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20s Burgundy Velvet Déshabillé w/ Dramatic Sleeve Detail
Located in Gresham, OR
20s Bugundy velvet déshabillé coat with dramatic sleeve detail.
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Jackets

1875 Dramatic Sleeve & Watteau Back Robe Déshabillé In Victorian Floral Print
Located in Gresham, OR
This garment from 1875 features dramatic sleeve and Watteau-back robe déshabillé with train in a
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1870s Unknown Robes

Chloe Black Blazer with Dramatic Sleeves
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black blazer top. Front button closure. Collared. Front pockets. Puffed sleeves. Lined. Silk, wool
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1990s Blazers

Alexander McQueen Dress SS 2021 Dramatic Sleeve White
By Alexander McQueen, Alexander McQueen for Givenchy Haute Couture
Located in Berlin, BE
A stunning Alexander Mcqueen creation! Gathered sleeves, a defined waist, an asymmetrical skirt and
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2010s Italian Day Dresses

Thierry Mugler Couture Fabulous Silk Blazer Jacket Dramatic Sleeves SS2001
By Thierry Mugler Couture
Located in Berlin, BE
Mugler Couture Blazer/Jacket Spring Summer Collection 2001. Dramatic silk blazer with amazing surreal
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Early 2000s French Blazers

1960s Werle Glamorous Black Glittered Silk Chiffon Gown w/ Dramatic Sleeves
By WERLE of Beverly Hills, Werle Beverly Hills
Located in Gresham, OR
and dramatic Dolman draped sheer silk chiffon sleeves. Wide neckline. Completely lined body. Size 8.
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1960s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

A Vintage 1980s dramatic sleeve black cocktail dress by Gina Fratini
By Gina Fratini
Located in London, GB
A great 1980s party dress by Gina Fratini. The dress has a v neckline, and long sleaves in black velvet. It has wonderful frills on the shoulder and a central back zip.
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1970s British Cocktail Dresses

Karl Lagerfeld Dramatic Red Wool Dolman Sleeve Semi Full Skirt Coat 10 1980s
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Karl Lagerfeld dramatic red wool dolman sleeve, yoke waist, full skirt maxi coat marked size 10
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1980s French Dolman Sleeve Coats

Gianfranco Ferre Black Polka dot Silk Blouse
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Gianfranco Ferre Sheer Black polkadot Silk blouse with dramatic sleeves Size: small Bust: 34 inches
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Early 2000s Day Dresses

Stunning Pure Silk Dream Blouse Balloon Sleeves Poet Ivory - White
By Sportmax
Located in Berlin, BE
This is a dream come true. It’s so hard to find a minimal silk blouse with big dramatic sleeves
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1990s Blouses and Tops

1960s Japanese Silk Floral Print Kimono With Front Tie Closure
Located in Gresham, OR
pattern throughout . Traditional kimono-cut style with dramatic sleeves and front tie closure. Wonderful
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1960s Japanese Loungewear

Givenchy Matte Jersey Gold Soutache Gown
By Givenchy
Located in New York, NY
sleeves and gold braid forming round epaulettes. Slim tubular cut with dramatic sleeves and ornamentation
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1970s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

COMME DES GARCONS Floral and Batik Print Blouse with Open Back Size SS
By Comme des Garçons
Located in Los Angeles, CA
. There is an eyelet trim and an open back style. Features dramatic sleeves with pleating throughout. In
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Blouses

Jean Muir Dress Documented 1971 Rare
By Jean Muir
Located in Boca Raton, FL
, dramatic sleeves, along with all of her signature top stitching. The condition is excellent. Documented
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1970s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage 1997 Black Tuxedo Suit with Twisted Billowing Sleeves
By Jean Paul Gaultier, Jean Paul Gaultier Classique
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
iconic 90s era, in pristine condition. The tailored black jacket features bold, dramatic sleeves lined
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1990s Italian Suits, Outfits and Ensembles

Leonard Paris Angel Sleeve Caftan Dress, 1970s
By Leonard
Located in Boca Raton, FL
cascades over the shoulder into a divine, billowing angel sleeve. The dramatic sleeve detail is
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1970s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

BILL BLASS Black Silk Dress With Faille Sleeves & Sash, C.1980
By Bill Blass
Located in Atlanta, GA
black silk dress with dramatic sleeves and a cummerbund style sash. This dress is loaded with a chic
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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN rose pink dramatic puff sleeve cotton tshirt IT38 XS
By Sarah Burton, Alexander McQueen
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN rose pink dramatic puff sleeve cotton tshirt IT38 XS Reference: AAWC/A00797 Brand
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2010s Italian Blouses and Tops

Edwardian Black Silk Taffeta Dramatic Ruffled Puff Sleeve Blouse Some Shatteri
Located in New York, NY
Edwardian Black Silk Taffeta Dramatic Ruffled Puff Sleeve Blouse Some Shattering But Wearable
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Early 1800s Blouses and Tops

Thierry Mugler FW 1997 Black Jacket with Dramatic Red Velvet Sleeves
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
, fitted waist and exaggerated hips. Spectacular dramatic red velvet sleeves. Typical hyper feminine Mugler
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1990s French Jackets

A Pierre Cardin Organza Blouse With Dramatic Batwing Sleeves Circa 1970/1980
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Toulon, FR
from the 1970s / 1980s. Boat neckline blouse buttoned in front and dramatic raging sleeves ending in
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1970s French Blouses

1980s Leopard Kaftan Dress
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
drama unfolds with its bold leopard print and dramatic sleeves, embodying the epitome of 80s style
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1980s Kaftans

1980s Medici Duck Egg Blue Knitted Skirt Suit
Located in London, GB
-zagging stitch that follows the line of the buttons. The dramatic sleeves bring a hint of 1980s styling
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1980s Italian Skirt Suits

BILL BLASS c.1980's Black Crepe Dramatic Puff Sleeve Peplum Skirt Party Dress
By Bill Blass
Located in Thiensville, WI
BILL BLASS c.1980's Black Crepe Dramatic Puffed Sleeve Peplum Skirt Party Dress Circa: 1980’s
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1980s Evening Dresses and Gowns

1960s Jean Varon Black Lace Maxi Dress
By Jean Varon
Located in London, GB
A very striking Jean Varon black lace maxi dress which dates from the late 1960s with a dramatic
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1960s British Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Yves Saint Laurent Leather and Fox Fur Coat 1980s
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
coat is typical of the period and has a boxy fit with 2 pockets and dramatic sleeves with shoulder pads
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20th Century French Fur Puffer Coats

Dramatic Vintage Designer Hand Painted Silk Opera Coat Jacket
Located in San Diego, CA
Insanely gorgeous vintage hand-painted silk opera coat! Dramatic ballon sleeves, with a single
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1990s Opera Coats

Sensational Vintage Bob Mackie Black and Silver 80s Heavily Beaded Dramatic Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in San Diego, CA
evening dress! Features thousands of hand-sewn sequins and beads throughout the bodice. Features dramatic
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1980s American Evening Gowns

Versace Resort 2017 Black Tulle Sleeve Dress
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in London, GB
Super sexy and dramatic Versace tulle sleeve dress – from the Resort 2017 collection. Bought for
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2010s Unknown Cocktail Dresses

Michael Kors Collection Red Angel Sleeve Dress
By Michael Kors
Located in Boca Raton, FL
and dramatic silk chiffon angel sleeves that cascade past the wrists. The exposed seam detail at the
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2010s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Robert Cavalli Camicia Ruffle Top with Balloon Sleeves
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Avant Garde Just Cavalli Camicia Ruffle Top. Buttons up the front. Dramatic flared sleeves with
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Early 2000s Italian Blouses

Vintage Malcom Starr Pink Chiffon Bell Sleeve Dress
By Malcolm Starr
Located in Los Angeles, CA
. The dress features dramatic bell sleeves that lend an air of romance to your attire. They flutter with
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1990s Maxi Dresses

1970s David Silverman Peacock Print Angel Sleeve Dress
Located in London, GB
kaftan-style top with fluttering, rather dramatic angel sleeves and a ruffle-trimmed skirt. A hidden zip
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1970s Maxi Dress

MARCHESA Plunging Flower Puff-Sleeve Ball Gown US 10
By Marchesa
Located in Brossard, QC
neckline, sculpted puff sleeves, and a dramatic high-low hemline that reveals just the right amount of leg
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21st Century and Contemporary American Evening Dresses

BOB MACKIE Beaded Gown 1970's Dolman Sleeve
By Bob Mackie
Located in Wallkill, NY
with hook-and-eye and finished with dramatic batwing sleeves with zippered cuffs, one needs to be
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1970s American Evening Dresses

Vintage Gina Fratini 1970's Angel Sleeve Silk Dress
By Gina Fratini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bow Tie at Neck, Floral Printed Crepe Fabric, Dramatic Angel Sleeves with Multiple Styling
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1970s Maxi Dress

Yves Saint Laurent, 2003, Tom Ford Era Bell Sleeve Top
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH
Ford’s creative direction. It features a deep V-neckline and dramatic bell sleeves, embodying Ford’s
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Early 2000s Shirts

KHAITE Joanne black cotton balloon sleeved midi dress US0 XS
Located in Hong Kong, NT
cotton Joanne dress. It’s shaped with voluminous balloon sleeves, a dramatic plunging sweetheart
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Casual Dresses

2010s Dolce & Gabbana Alta Moda Navy Dress with Flared Sleeves
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in London, GB
-length and has a small slit in the back for ease of movement. The sleeves are cut into an angel-sleeve
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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Saint Laurent 1980s Glamour Purple Puff Sleeve Coat With Black Collar
By Yves Saint Laurent, Saint Laurent
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
dramatic puffy sleeves—a signature element of 80s fashion. This coat is not just an item of clothing; it's
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1980s French Swing Coats

SHUSHU TONG Tiered Volume black wool blend puff sleeve kawaii dress XS
Located in Hong Kong, NT
dress has a unique silhouette that showcases the brand's playful style. It boasts dramatic puff sleeves
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Mini Dress

Annacat Black Satin Gown with Sheer Bell Sleeves Circa 1960's
By AnnaCat
Located in Toronto, Ontario
front with exquisite covered velvet dome buttons. Velvet mandarin collar with dramatic sheer bell
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1960s British Maxi Dress

Yves Saint Laurent Tom Ford Runway Dress Rose Flower Bat Bell Sleeves
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Berlin, BE
gorgeous - dramatic bell sleeves/bat sleeves - and a silky fabric rose as highlight on the front bodice. V
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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses

1970s Leonard Paris Silk Chiffon Angel Sleeve Caftan Maxi Dress Documented
By Leonard
Located in Boca Raton, FL
A flurry of mini white polka dots tumbles down onto dramatic black angel sleeves in this wonderful
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1970s French Maxi Dress

1980s Victor Costa Black Crushed Velvet Suit Set w/ Embroidered Flower Sleeves
By Victor Costa
Located in San Francisco, CA
adorn the front of this jacket, matching the floral embroidery on the dramatic bell sleeves. Matching
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1980s Skirt Suits

6267 Purple Aubergine Silk and Cotton Cap Sleeve Futuristic Stretch Runway Dress
By 6267 Aquilano and Rimondi
Located in San Diego, CA
sleeves, with a dramatic cut. Asymmetrical neckline. Hidden zipper up the side with hook-and-eye closure
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Early 2000s Cocktail Dresses

1980s James Galanos Olive Green Lace Minidress w Sheer Lame Lace Balloon Sleeves
By James Galanos
Located in Gresham, OR
dramatic lame lace balloon sleeves with wide snap-closure cuffs. Long back zipper. Fits a modern US 4-6.
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1980s American Mini Dress

Black Silk Velvet Opera Clutch Swing Coat with Balloon Raglan Sleeve – S, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
. Dramatic balloon sleeves and luxe silk velvet make this a subtle showstopper, while the draping shawl
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1950s Unknown Swing Coats

NOIR KEI NINOMIYA Size M Black Cotton Blend Balloon Sleeves Crew Neck Dress Top
By noir kei ninomiya
Located in San Francisco, CA
NOI KEI NINOMIYA dress top in a black cotton blend fabric featuring a t-shirt style with dramatic
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21st Century and Contemporary Day Dresses

1950s Vintage Surf and Shore Hawaiian Silk Screen Print Dress with Bell Sleeves
Located in Sparks, NV
screen printed fabric in orange, white and metallic gold. Dramatic flared bell sleeves and plunging
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1950s American Kaftans

Vintage Alexander McQueen Bat Wing Knit Top
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL
dramatic butterfly sleeves would add a sense of freedom and fluidity to your look, while the black-and
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Late 20th Century Blouses

S/S 2000 Fendi by Karl Lagerfeld Runway Sheer Royal Blue Silk Chiffon Top
By Fendi, Karl Lagerfeld for Fendi
Located in West Hollywood, CA
royal blue blouse is crafted from sheer silk chiffon. It features dramatic billowed sleeves, a ruffled
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Early 2000s Italian Shirts

F/W 1983 Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Runway Black Velvet Bow Midi Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in West Hollywood, CA
sleeves and a dramatic black velvet bow accenting the waist. Approximate measurements: Size - custom Bust
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1980s French Mini Dress

GUCCI by Tom Ford 2004 Cruise Paisley Print Cover Up Micro Dress Top Tunic
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
Discreetly signed "GUCCI" all over A fantastic piece Deep V Neck Dramatic batwing sleeves Easy fit, simply
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Early 2000s Italian Tunics

Vintage Prada Fil-A-Fil Feather Cuff Blazer
By Prada
Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL
, and this blazer is no exception. The gray feather sleeves add a dramatic touch to the otherwise
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Late 20th Century Blazers

F/W 1993 Thierry Mugler Black Velvet Mesh Cutout Gown
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Concord, NC
framed by black velvet, creating a dramatic focal point. The sleeves are made of sheer mesh fabric
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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

A/W 2006 ALEXANDER McQUEEN The Widows of Culloden Knit Convertible Cardigan Coat
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Montgomery, TX
% Wool, Color - Charcoal gray, Leather buttons, Long sleeved. Dramatic shawl collar; features a “fold
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Coats

Tom Ford Black Nylon Puffer Coat 2011
By Tom Ford
Located in London, GB
Tom Ford - Black nylon Puffer coat and fur trim with belt - Dramatic buckle detailing on the
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2010s Fur Puffer Coats

JIL SANDER Size 4 Black Polyester Silk Open Front Coat
By Jil Sander
Located in San Francisco, CA
JIL SANDER coat in a black polyester silk blend fabric featuring a large dramatic lapel, long
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21st Century and Contemporary Coats

Emilio Pucci Embellished Kaftan Sz: 36
By Emilio Pucci
Located in West Hartford, CT
silhouette is elevated with dramatic batwing sleeves and a deep V-neckline richly embellished with golden
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2010s Italian Kaftans

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Dramatic Sleeves For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our collection of dramatic sleeves. For dramatic sleeves, Black is a pretty popular color, but we also have Red, Beige, Brown and more in stock now. 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 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century, all of which have proven very popular over the years. Dramatic sleeves such as these have likely been a part of the legacy of many fashion designers, but those produced by Cardinali, Gina Fratini and Yves Saint Laurent are consistently popular. Finding accessories for sale for women should be easy, but there are 2 pieces available to browse for men as well as unisex, too.

How Much are Dramatic Sleeves?

The prices for dramatic sleeves start at $288 and top out at $8,000 with these items, on average, selling for $863.

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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. 

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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. 

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