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Peach Glass Beaded Drop waist Dress, 1920s
Located in San Francisco, CA
1920's Peach Glass Beaded Drop-waist Dress. Peach Drop-waist dress with multicolored glass beading
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1920s Day Dresses

Alaïa 1980s Drop Waist Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Piece Description: Vintage Alaïa white drop-waist dress from the 1980s. This mid-length piece
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1990s Day Dresses

Roberto Cavalli Floral Drop Waist Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the stunning Roberto Cavalli Floral Drop Waist Dress, a playful and elegant piece that
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2010s Italian Day Dresses

20s Velvet Floral Printed Drop Waist Dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
20s velvet floral printed drop waist dress with beaded embellishment along bust line. Chiffon trim
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1920s Sac Dresses

Chanel Fall 2002 Tan Silk Dropped Waist Dress
By Chanel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Experience luxury and sophistication with the Chanel Fall 2002 Silk Dropped Waist Dress. Made with
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Early 2000s Cocktail Dresses

1920s Silk Georgette Drop Waist Dress with Embroidered Flounce
Located in San Francisco, CA
1920s Silk Georgette Drop Waist Dress with Embroidered Flounce. Black Silk chiffon dress with drop
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1920s Evening Dresses and Gowns

1920S Silk Chiffon Long Sleeve Tropical Floral Drop Waist Dress
Located in New York, NY
1920S Silk Chiffon Long Sleeve Tropical Floral Drop Waist Dress
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1920s Casual Dresses

Silk Flapper Black Beaded Drop Waist Dress 1920s
Located in Wallkill, NY
Stunning 1920's beaded drop waist dress. Flapper era. Snaps closure up the side and along the
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Evening Dresses

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN red silk GEORGETTE FLORAL DROP WAIST Dress 42 M
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Zürich, CH
Alexander McQueen floral-print drop-waist dress in red silk georgette (100%). Has a mandarine
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Cocktail Dresses

1960s Rose Printed Drop-Waist Dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
1960s drop waist floral printed cotton day dress with layered gathered ruched bust along the v
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1960s Day Dresses

Missoni Brown Label Drop Waist Dress
By Missoni Brown label, Missoni
Located in London, GB
A chic and easy to wear dress by Missoni, brown label/main line. The dress is in a wonderful colour
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1990s Italian Day Dresses

Alexander McQueen 2008 Black Drop Waist Dress with Pink Silk Band Detail
By Alexander McQueen
Located in San Francisco, CA
Alexander McQueen black sleeveless drop waist dress with deep v back and black and pink silk bands
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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Black French Lace Drop Waist Dress
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This dress is composed of a black French lace and features a drop waist design. A great piece
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20th Century Unknown Evening Dresses and Gowns

MARKUS LUPFER 2016 Runway green pink floral check drop waist dress S
Located in Hong Kong, NT
MARKUS LUPFER 2016 Runway green pink floral check drop waist dress S Reference: WECN/A00063 Brand
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Casual Dresses

1970s Pierre Cardin Orange Drop Waist dress
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Pierre cardin orange silk dress. Size: 6 Shoulder: 14inches; Bust: 36 inches/ waist: 36" Hip
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1970s French Cocktail Dresses

PIERRE CARDIN c.1960’s Mod Space Age Black Drop Waist Dress Accordion Pleating
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Thiensville, WI
PIERRE CARDIN c.1960’s Mod Space Age Black Drop Waist Dress Accordion Pleating Circa: 1960’s Label
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1960s American Casual Dresses

Oscar de la Renta 1960s Black + Burgundy Red Iridescent Sequin Drop Waist Dress
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 60s vintage OSCAR DE LA RENTA black and burgundy red long sleeve drop waist dress! Features a
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1960s American Cocktail Dresses

1980s Krizia Blue Silk Printed Drop Waist Dress
By Krizia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
blue plastic hidden buttons down the centre front seam. Loose through the body with a drop waist and a
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1980s Italian Day Dresses

Azzedine Alaia Paris, Dove Grey Drop Waist Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
A pretty and chic dress by Alaia , Paris . In a silk mix the dress has a drop waist, round
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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

1970s Swiss Dot and Chantilly Lace Dropped Waist Dress
Located in London, GB
drop waist design. The 1920s revival began in 1974 with the film The Great Gatsby and sparked a
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1970s British Wedding Dresses

20s Black Velvet Drop Waist Dress with Floral Beadwork
Located in San Francisco, CA
20s Black Velvet Dress with Floral Beadwork. Cutout strips along top of shoulders/arms. Snap
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1920s Cocktail Dresses

1920s Floral Printed Chiffon Drop-waist Dress with Lace Accents
Located in San Francisco, CA
1920s custom-made Floral printed chiffon evening dress with applied drop waist, black lace and
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1920s Evening Dresses and Gowns

CACHAREL Size 14 Black Nylon Blend Sleeveless Drop Waist Dress
By Cacharel
Located in San Francisco, CA
details, drop waist, two pockets, and side zipper closure.Very Good Pre-Owned Condition. Mark at hem
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21st Century and Contemporary Day Dresses

CHANEL blue cotton 2015 CORD EMBELLISHED DROP WAIST Dress 38 S
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel 2015 drop waist knit dress in navy cotton (100%). Features a cord embellished
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2010s Casual Dresses

Vintage Norma Walters Size 8 Black + White + Yellow Abstract Drop Waist Dress
By Norma Walters
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible vintage 1980s NORMA WALTERS black, white and yellow abstract drop waist silk maxi dress
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1980s Hong Kong Maxi Dress

Jean-Louis Scherrer Couture Black Organza Drop Waist Dress with Floral Applique
By Jean-Louis Scherrer
Located in London, GB
. The dress also features a drop waist, where the sheer skirt is sewn under the applique in small pleats
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20th Century French Day Dresses

VICTORIA BECKHMA black & navy wool SEQUIN DROP WAIST Dress 10 S
By Victoria Victoria Beckham, Victoria Beckham
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Victoria Victoria Beckham sleeveless dress in navy blue wool and nylon. Features
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2010s Cocktail Dresses

Yves Saint Laurent Red Cotton Drop Waist Dress with Floral Motif Size 36
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Los Angeles, CA
. Measures (Approximately) Dress Length: 39.5" Sleeve: 19.5 Shoulder to shoulder: 15" Bust: 44" Waist
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1980s French Day Dresses

1980s Ungaro Black & Cream Rayon Drop Waist Dress W/ Velvet Collar & Heart Print
By Emanuel Ungaro
Located in Gresham, OR
A 1980s Ungaro black and cream "distressed heart" print rayon dress: Dropped-waist style with
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1980s French Informal Dresses

Vintage NIna Ricci Size 14 / 16 Red Black Flapper Style Flower Drop Waist Dress
By Nina Ricci
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage NINA RICCI 1980s red and black flower printed drop waist 1920s style flapper
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Late 20th Century French Cocktail Dresses

1980s Zandra Rhodes Abstract Motif Drop Waist Silk Dress
By Zandra Rhodes
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
drop waist dress features a cream and black pattern of flowers, swirls and tribal inspired designs at
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1980s English Evening Dresses

CHANEL beige cotton 2013 13P DROP WAIST KNIT Dress 36 XS
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel short sleeve knitted drop-waist dress in sand cotton (100%) with a round neck
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2010s Casual Dresses

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Red & Black Floral Print Drop Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Los Angeles, CA
drop waist dress with velvet detailing. The dress features an open neck, straight sleeves, and knee
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Late 20th Century French Day Dresses

Moschino Cheap n Chic Black Lace Dress
By Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in London, GB
A chic black drop waist dress by Mochino Cheap n Chic. The dress has a v neckline with ribbon
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2010s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

1980s Black Velvet and Tulle Dress
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Anonymous 1980s black velvet drop waist dress with tulle skirt. The bodice has black shoulder
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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

Louis Féraud Navy Silk Cocktail Dress With Bubble Skirt And Bow Detailing, 1980s
By Louis Feraud
Located in Munich, DE
This drop waist dress features a crinkled bodice and a taffeta bubble skirt with white edged bow
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1980s German Cocktail Dresses

Lillie Rubin 1980s Ivory Off White + Gold Lace Sequin Beaded Vintage 80s Dress
By Lillie Rubin
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful late 80s LILLIE RUBIN ivory and gold rayon lace drop waist dress ! Features an ivory lace
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1980s Indian Cocktail Dresses

Amazing Vintage Barboglio Cristina + Jan Green Orange Black Color Block Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
waist dress! Luxurious soft rayon and cotton blend, with two black velvet panels on the bodice. This
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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

Malo Made in Italy Black Crepe Placket Front Dress & Braided Leather Belt
By Malo
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Malo made in Italy black crepe placket button front, drop waist dress. Bracelet length sleeve dress
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Day Dresses

Vintage Matelassé White Cotton Ruffle Sun Dress 1960s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
, princess seam dress in lightweight quilt texture white cotton. Drop waist dress with a bow tie at the hip
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1960s American Princess Cut Dresses

James Galanos Vintage Canary Yellow Silk + Velvet Burn Out Dress and Blouse
By James Galanos, Galanos
Located in San Diego, CA
burn out throughout. Drop waist dress, with a fitted bodice, and two layers of Ruffles at the hem. Long
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1980s American Dress and Coat Ensembles

Romeo Gigli 1980s Black Drop Waist Maxi Dress
By Romeo Gigli
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Elevate your wardrobe with the Romeo Gigli 1980s Black Drop Waist Maxi Dress, a timeless piece that
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1980s European Day Dresses

1960s Avocado Green Floral Printed Drop-Waist Day Dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
. The skirt of the dress is full at the drop-waist. This dress is fully lined, sleeveless, and has a
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1960s Day Dresses

1950s Du-Rite Floral Cotton Dress With Dropped Waist
Located in London, GB
pink, blue, green and grey is a lovely piece for summer. It features a dropped waist with piping and V
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1950s Canadian Day Dresses

Vintage Missoni Drop Waist Striped Knit Sleeveless Dress
By Missoni
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Step into summer style with this Vintage Missoni Drop Waist Striped Knit Sleeveless Dress
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Early 2000s Italian Aesthetic Day Dresses

1920's Drop Waist Decorated Edwardian Linen Dress
Located in New York, NY
1920's Drop Waist Decorated Linen Dress hand embroidered with floral panels, faggoting and irish
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1920s American Shift Dresses

1920S Brown Silk Burnout Velvet Devoré Drop Waist Flapper Dress
Located in New York, NY
1920S Brown Silk Burnout Velvet Devoré Drop Waist Flapper Dress
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1920s Day Dresses

Erdem Floral Print Silk Drop-Waist Mini Dress Size S
By Erdem
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Very good. Minimal wear to dress is evident. Minimal marks visible along underarm
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21st Century and Contemporary British Day Dresses

Black Velvet Bonwit Teller Modesty Ladies' Maid Art Deco Day Dress - S, 1930s
By Bonwit Teller
Located in Tucson, AZ
cuffs and sash waist elevate the style even further. Crisp, clean and masterfully made. Drop waist
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1930s American Shift Cocktail Dresses

SADIE NEMSER c.1920’s Art Deco Silk Beaded Cubist Flapper Couture Dress
By SADIE NEMSER
Located in Thiensville, WI
Label(s): Nemser Original Model Style: Drop waist dress Color(s): Shades of navy blue, dark pink and
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1920s Shift Cocktail Dresses

Vintage Brown Velvet Party Dress with Drop Waist
Located in London, GB
A fun vintage party dress in an attractive brown velvet. The dress has a drop waist, and frill
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1980s British Evening Dresses and Gowns

1920S Navy Blue Silk & Velvet Pintucked Drop Waist Day Dress
Located in New York, NY
1920S Navy Blue Silk & Velvet Pintucked Drop Waist Day Dress
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1920s Casual Dresses

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN red wool blend DROP WAIST SCUBA Dress M
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Alexander McQueen drop-waist short sleeve dress in red wool (52%), polyamide (37
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2010s Casual Dresses

1920S Pink Floral Silk Mousseline Chiffon Drop Waist Pullover Dress With Bias F
Located in New York, NY
1920S Pink Floral Silk Mousseline Chiffon Drop Waist Pullover Dress With Bias Flouncy Skirt
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1920s American Day Dresses

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN asymmetric ruffle sleeve drop waist flared dress IT36 XXS
By Sarah Burton, Alexander McQueen
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN white asymmetric ruffle sleeve drop waist flared dress IT36 XXS Reference: AAWC
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2010s Italian Casual Dresses

1920S Ecru Silk Chiffon & Lace Drop-Waist Flapper Era Day Dress
Located in New York, NY
1920S Ecru Silk Chiffon & Lace Drop-Waist Flapper Era Day Dress
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1920s Casual Dresses

1920s Ivory ' Candy Stripe ' Silk Drop Waist Vintage 20s Day Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredibly chic 1920s 20s silk vintage dress! Classic drop waist style with a side bow at the waist
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1920s Cocktail Dresses

CHANEL raspberry cashmere 2016 16K DROP WAIST KNIT Dress 36 XS
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
(19%). Features zipped sides, a drop waist and a pink 'CC' emblem at the front. Semi-lined in
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2010s Casual Dresses

1950S Sepia & Purple Silk Abstract Floral Dress With Petaled Drop-Waist Skirt
Located in New York, NY
1950S Sepia & Purple Silk Abstract Floral Dress With Petaled Drop-Waist Skirt
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1950s Unknown Cocktail Dresses

Chic 1920s Ivory ' Candy Stripe ' Silk Drop Waist Vintage 20s Day Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredibly chic 1920s 20s silk vintage dress! Classic drop waist style with a side bow at the waist
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1920s Cocktail Dresses

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Drop Waist Dress For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate vintage or contemporary drop waist dress for your needs in our varied inventory. Black is a pretty popular color, but we also have Beige, Gray, Red and more in stock now. You’re likely to find the perfect drop waist dress among the distinctive accessories we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Making an accessory such as this has likely been a part of the legacy of many fashion designers, but those produced by Chanel, Alexander McQueen and Emilio Pucci are consistently popular. 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 Drop Waist Dress?

Prices for a drop waist dress can differ depending upon size, designer and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $105 and can go as high as $14,800, while, on average they fetch $688.

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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. 

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. 

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Questions About Drop Waist Dress
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A high-waisted dress is also known as an empire-waist dress. The dress is characterized by its fitted bodice, which ends just below the bust where it gives way to a flowing skirt. On 1stDibs, shop vintage and designer empire-waist dresses and gowns from top fashion boutiques around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A drop-waist top is a garment worn on the top half of the body. It features a waist seam positioned below the natural waist area and creates the illusion that the wearer has a longer torso. On 1stDibs, find a variety of vintage and designer tops.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A drop-waist dress is also called a flapper dress. It is characterized by a low waistband, which falls at the hips, and gives the illusion of lengthening the body. On 1stDibs, shop vintage and designer flapper dresses and gowns from top fashion boutiques around the world.

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