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70s Disco Dress

1970s Black and Silver Sequined Geometric Jersey Vintage 70s Disco Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Disco chic 1970s black and silver jersey maxi dress! Features silver sequins at the bust in
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1970s Maxi 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 Cocktail Dresses

Joy Stevens 1970s Pink Mauve Dusty Rose Long Sleeve Disco Vintage 70s Dress
By Joy Stevens
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1970s JOY STEVENS pink / mauve long sleeve jersey dress! Perfectly cut v-neck reveals just the
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1970s American Cocktail Dresses

Amazing 1970s Black Disco Fringe Handkerchief Hem Flapper Style Vintage Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible 70s black disco fringe dress! Features a flirty handkerchief hem, with a tailored bodice
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1970s American Cocktail Dresses

Donald Brooks Ivory White Jersey Dress, Circa 1970s
By Donald Brooks
Located in Brooklyn, NY
back waist. A beautiful & elegant Disco Era 70's dress by an Iconic American Designer! Circa Early
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1970s American Day Dresses

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70s Silk Lamé Polka-Dot Chiffon Backless Dress
Located in Gresham, OR
A daring 70s disco dress made of silk chiffon with gold lamé polka-dots. Elastic waist, deep cut
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1970s American Evening Gowns

Nina Ricci Silk Jersey Disco Dress
Located in Geneva, CH
Reveal your inner Studio 54 spirit with this Nina Ricci piece, epitome of the 70’s disco dress
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1970s French Casual Dresses

1960/70s Pierre Cardin Space Age Disco Dress
By Pierre Cardin
Located in New York, NY
Pierre Cardin was well into his fame when he designed this dress. The design maintains an overall
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1960s French Cocktail Dresses

70s Gold and Black Disco Maxi in Chevron Pattern with Shawl
Located in Gresham, OR
Gorgeous soft and sexy Lurex knit maxi with fitted bodice and spaghetti straps Comes with triangular fringe accessory
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1970s American Evening Gowns

CHANEL Vintage Long Sleeve Abstract Retro Psychedelic Print Zip Front Silk Dres
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Morongo Valley, CA
60's/70's disco vibe. The dress zips in front at the chest so the neckline can be slightly adjusted
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Early 2000s French Informal Dresses

Vintage Lillie Rubin Green + Silver Sequins Sexy 1970s 70s Disco Dress
By Lillie Rubin
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy vintage Lillie Rubin sequin dress!!! Green and silver sequins in vertical stripes throughout
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1970s American Evening Gowns

Amazing 1970s Samir Rainbow Metallic Slinky Pleated Vintage 70s Disco Dress
By SAMIR
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing 1970s SAMIR rainbow metallic pleated slinky sleeveless disco dress! Features a rainbow of
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1970s American Cocktail Dresses

1970s Samir Rainbow Metallic Asymmetrical Lace Hem Vintage 70s Disco Dress
By SAMIR
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing late 1970s SAMIR Studio 54 rainbow metallic disco dress! Features flattering ruched detail
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1970s American Cocktail Dresses

Samir 1970s Electric Metallic Blue One Shoulder Sexy Vintage 70s Disco Dress
By SAMIR
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy 1970s SAMIR electric blue metallic bodycon one shoulder disco dress! These dresses are so rare
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1970s American Cocktail Dresses

1970s Ellen Warren Bronze Sequined Vintage Knit 70s Disco Dress w/ Plunging Back
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy vintage ELLEN WARREN for DAVID HOWARD 70s bronze knit sequin dress! Channel your inner disco
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1970s American Cocktail Dresses

1970s Samir Black + Bronze Gold Sexy Ruched Studio 54 Vintage 70s Disco Dress
By SAMIR
Located in San Diego, CA
attention to detail. Great Studio 54 disco party dress, or the perfect cocktail dress. In great condition
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1970s American Cocktail Dresses

1970s Samir Sexy Electric Blue Metallic Cut - Out Slinky Vintage 70s Disco Dress
By SAMIR
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy 1970s SAMIR electric blue metallic slinky cut-out dress! Features an intricately cut-out
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1970s American Cocktail Dresses

Sexy 1970s 70s Metallic Bronze Pleated Vintage Disco Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy 70s disco dress!!! Striking bronze color, with accordion pleats throughout, which make for a
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1970s Cocktail Dresses

1970s Lilli Diamond Hot Pink Raspberry Sexy Vintage 70s Disco Jersey Dress
By Lilli Diamond
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy vintage 70s LILLI DIAMOND shocking hot pink raspberry jersey dress! Flattering ruching detail
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1970s American Maxi Dresses

Moschino Cheap & Chic 90s Does 70s disco studio 54 Dress sexy
By Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in New York, NY
Moschino Cheap & Chic 90s Does 70s disco studio 54 Dress sexy
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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

AMAZING 1970s Samir Rainbow Metallic Sexy Pleated Vintage Disco 70s Dress
By SAMIR
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy 1970s SAMIR rainbow metallic pleated dress! Super flattering fit, with a fitted pleated bodice
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1970s American Cocktail Dresses

Vintage Samir 1970s Sexy Robin Egg Blue Cut Out Disco 70s Halter Dress Studio 54
By SAMIR
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy vintage 70s SAMIR robins egg blue cut-out dress! So much detail on this stretch jersey beauty
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1970s American Cocktail Dresses

Sexy 1970s Joseph Magnin Vintage 70s Disco Studio 54 Dress w/ Rhinestones
By Joseph Magnin Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy 1970s Joseph Magnin disco dress!!!! Rich burgundy wine color, with rhinestones encrusted on
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1970s American Cocktail Dresses

Amazing 1970s Gold Bronze Slinky Pleated Vintage 70s Disco Studio 54 Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing 1970s slinky gold / bronze pleated Studio 54 disco dress! Features flattering accordian
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1970s American Cocktail Dresses

1970s Sexy Pink + Red Metallic Ruched Vintage 70s Studio 54 Disco Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy late 1970s pink and red metallic ruched disco dress! Flattering ruching throughout looks
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1970s American Cocktail Dresses

Vintage New Leaf Samir 1970s 70s Sexy Blue Metallic Pleated Disco Dress
By SAMIR
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexiest vintage Samir 1970s disco dress! Blue metallic color, with intricate pleating throughout
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1970s American Cocktail Dresses

Amazing 1970s Metallic Disco Studio 54 Pleated Slinky Colorful Vintage 70s Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing 1970s disco Studio 54 pleated multi color metallic cocktail dress! Literally features every
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1970s American Cocktail Dresses

1970s Vintage Royal Blue Disco Rhinestone Jersey Long Sleeve 70s Slinky Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy, yet sophisticated vintage late 1970s vibrant royal blue jersey disco dress! Ruched waist and
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1970s American Cocktail Dresses

1970s Samir Vintage Disco 70s Black Pink Sequin One Shoulder Color Block Dress
By SAMIR
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible 1970s disco Studio 54 vintage SAMIR sequined one shoulder dress! Allover black and pink
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1970s American Cocktail Dresses

1970s Royal Blue Sequin Sexy Cut - Out Studio 54 Vintage 70s Disco Gown / Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy vintage 1970s royal blue fully sequined silk dress! Features multiple cut-outs above the bust
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1970s Evening Gowns

1970s Vintage Samir Sexy Gold Bronze Studio 54 Pleated Metallic Disco 70s Dress
By SAMIR
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy vintage SAMIR 1970s golden / bronze disco dress! Features flattering accordian pleated
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1970s American Cocktail Dresses

1970s Samir Sexy Golden Bronze Pleated Disco Studio 54 Slinky Vintage 70s Dress
By SAMIR
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy 1970s SAMIR gold / bronze metallic pleated slinky disco dress! I just love these dressed, and
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1970s American Cocktail Dresses

1970s Samir Metallic Blue Pleated Disco Vintage 70s Studio 54 Sexy Slinky Dress
By SAMIR
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing 1970s SAMIR vibrant blue metallic sexy sleeveless disco dress! Flattering pleating detail
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1970s Unknown Cocktail Dresses

Vintage Samir 1970s Sexy Blue Metallic Vibrant Blue Disco One Shoulder 70s Dress
By SAMIR
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy vintage SAMIR late 1970s STUDIO 54 metallic blue ruched one shoulder body hugging dress! Super
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1970s American Cocktail Dresses

SAMIR Vintage Blue Metallic 1970s Pleated 70s Disco Slinky Sexy Dress Size XS S
By SAMIR
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy vintage 1970s SAMIR electric blue metallic pleated disco dress! Features a wonderful fitted
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1970s American Cocktail Dresses

BILL TICE 70s Disco Dress w/ Plunging Neckline
By Bill Tice
Located in Brooklyn, NY
BILL TICE 70s Disco Dress w/ Plunging Neckline Gole tie belt, elastic on bust so
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1970s Maxi Dress

Oleg Cassini 70's silver sequin disco dress
By Oleg Cassini
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Oleg Cassini 70's silver sequin disco dress
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1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Oleg Cassini 70's Disco Era Sequin Knot Dress
By Oleg Cassini
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Oleg Cassini 70's Disco Era Sequin Knot Dress
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1970s American Cocktail Dresses

Oleg Cassini 70's disco era sexy low cut silver sequin dress
By Oleg Cassini
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Oleg Cassini 70's disco era sexy low cut silver sequin dress No size tag, I would estimate sz 6
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1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

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Incredible Vintage Lillie Rubin 1990s Hot Pink Fully Sequined 90s Mini Dress
By Lillie Rubin
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy vintage LILLIE RUBIN 1990s schocking hot pink fully sequined and beaded mini dress! Features thousands of hand-sewn sequin throughout. Pink seed beads line the sleeves and plung...
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1990s American Cocktail Dresses

Kent 1960s Silk Gown
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful silk gown from Kent Originals made in 1960s British Hong Kong. The fabric consists of vertical panels of golden orange scrolls and geometric pattern against a sheer off w...
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1960s Hong Kong Evening Dresses and Gowns

Luca Luca 1990s Terra Cotta Tan Sz 8 / 10 Virgin Wool Italian Vintage 90s Dress
By LUCA LUCA
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic and classic never worn 1990s LUCA LUCA terra-cotta virgin wool sleeveless sheath dress! The perfect alternative to the little black dress, this gem offers so much versatility. F...
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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Christian Dior by John Galliano Lace Camisole and Skirt Set
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous 2 piece set in white lace from Christian Dior. It consists of a scoop neck camisole tank style top and straight midi length skirt in alternating lines of lace and sheer. ...
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Early 2000s French Day Dresses

Celine Wrap Bodycon Dress
By Celine
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous red jersey dress from Celine. It has a wide V neckline, 3/4 length sleeves and a wrapped ruched bodice. The dress is semi fitted through to the hips then falls straight ...
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Early 2000s French Day Dresses

1970s Louis Feraud Couture Tan Lace Floral Embroidered Dress
By Louis Feraud
Located in San Francisco, CA
Louis Feraud 1970s haute couture light brown lace dress in a 1920s style drop waist silhouette. Amazing embroidered lace and hand finished seam allowances. Small buttons conceal a ba...
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1970s French Cocktail Dresses

1990s Bob Mackie Size 10 Black Crepe Sexy 90s Vintage High Slit Evening Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy, yet sophisticated 1990s BOB MACKIE black crepe bodycon evening dress! Features an elegant sweetheart neckline, with satin trim. Figure flattering silhouette that hugs the body ...
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1990s Evening Gowns

1970s Hiroko Salmon / Coral Color Blocked Slinky Vintage 70s Bias Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Slinky 1970s HIROKO salmon and coral color blocked jersey bias cut maxi dress! This beauty simply slips over the head and stretches to fit. Slimming diagonal stripes on the front and...
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1970s American Maxi 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 / jacket ! Features a soft jersey fabric that offers plenty of stretch. Sleeveless maxi d...
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1970s American Dress and Coat Ensembles

1970s Jay Morley for Fern Viollete Vintage Rose Print Pink + White Maxi Dress
By Fern Violette, Jay Morley
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage 70s JAY MORLEY FOR FERN VIOLLETE pink and white rosette cotton voile maxi dress! Features allover mini roses, with embroidered rosette waistband. Sizable bow should...
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1970s American Maxi Dress

Guy Laroche Bodycon Cut out Gown S/S 2005
By Guy Laroche, Herve Léger
Located in Water Mill, NY
A stunning burgundy fine silk jersey gown from Guy Laroche. It has panels from the side waist crossing the bust, wrapping around the neck leaving a cut out midriff and cut in shoulde...
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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage Azzedine Alaia 1980s Black + Nude Viscose 80s Mini Sweater Dress Tunic
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy vintage 1980s AZZEDINE ALAIA black and nude viscose micro mini sweater dress / tunic! Features the most luxurious soft viscose rayon that drapes the body so beautifully. Dolman ...
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1980s Italian Mini Dress

S/S 1996 Donna Karan Runway Light Brown Plunging Bodycon Dress
By Donna Karan
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From the Spring/Summer 1996 Donna Karan collection, this light brown stretch dress debuted on the season's runway on Georgina Grenville. This form-fitting dress features long sleeves...
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1990s American Day Dresses

Halston 1970s Lipstick Red Silk Chiffon Fully Sequin Vintage 70s Sleeveless Top
By Halston, Roy Halston Frowick
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful late 1970s HALSTON lipstick / candy apple red silk chiffon sleeveless top ! This beauty comes from the Halston Sportswear line. Thousands of hand-sewn red sequins on top of...
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1970s Indian Camisoles and Shell Tops

Alaia Vionnet-Inspired Grecian Goddess Dress Gown. New
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Throughout the decades Azzedine Alaia was always considered an innovative and inspirational fashion designer. With his recent passing, the gown being offered is from one of his fina...
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2010s Maxi Dress

Alexander McQueen New Khaki Pants with Hip Lacing S/S 2002
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
Fabulous khaki cotton pants from Alexander McQueen. They have full straight legs with curved panels over the back hips with a fan of laces meeting and buttoning on the front sides at...
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70s Disco Dress For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the vintage or contemporary 70s disco dress you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Many people prefer Black, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find Blue, Gray and more options on these pages. Finding an appealing accessory such as this — no matter the origin — is easy, but SAMIR, Oleg Cassini and Donald Brooks each produced a popular version that is worth a look.

How Much is a 70s Disco Dress?

The price for a 70s disco dress starts at $180 and tops out at $3,200, and on average, selling for $675.

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Questions About 70s Disco 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 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 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 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 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 ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Which clothing style was most popular in the discos in the 1970s is open to debate. Some of the trends of the discotheque scene included sleeveless, sequined tops paired with bell bottoms and knee-length halter dresses topped off with tall go-go boots. For men, jumpsuits and leisure suits were the favorite looks. Both men and women often wore shoes with chunky heels and thick platforms. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of 1970s vintage clothing and accessories.
  • 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 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 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 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 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 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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