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1940s White Satin Wedding Dress with Train
Located in London, GB
over the finger, or held by the bridal procession to elevate the fabric. This dress presents very
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1940s British Vintage Bridal Gowns

Vintage 1940s Day Dress
Located in London, GB
A pretty vintage day dress from the 1940s. The dress is in a mixture of grey, cream and red and has
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1940s Unknown Day Dresses

Vintage Blue 1940s Day Dress
Located in London, GB
A pretty blue crepe dress with embroidery detail on the bust area and waist. The fabric is a pretty
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1940s Unknown Day Dresses

Vintage 1940s Linen Print Day Dress
Located in London, GB
A pretty vintage day dress from the 1940s. The dress has a white background, with crimson, blue
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1940s Unknown Day Dresses

Vintage 1940's Apricot Silk Day Dress Size 2 4
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This dress is composed of an apricot hue silk. Features sheer lace inserts, front pockets, and
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1940s American Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1940's Burgundy Corduroy Dress UK 8 US 4
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This wonderful 1940's dress rendered in a deep shade of Bordeaux corduroy, is just the piece to
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1940s Day Dresses

Vintage 1940's Magenta Knitted Dress UK 10-12 US 6-8
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This incredible 1940's magenta knitted dress, rendered in a multitude of different knitted stitches
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1940s Day 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

Vintage Brown 1940s Dress
Located in London, GB
A pretty dress from the 1940s. The dress has a shawl collar, side zip opening, gathering at the
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1940s Unknown Day Dresses

Vintage 1940s Dress and Bolero
Located in London, GB
A pretty vintage dress from the 1940s. In a floral print of brown , yellow, green and beige, the
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1940s Unknown Day Dresses

Vintage 1940s Apple Print Dress
Located in London, GB
A pretty Summer dress from the 1940s. The dress has an interesting double collar and button detail
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1940s Unknown Day Dresses

Vintage 1940's violet blue crepe silk beaded dress 1940s silk dress UK 8 US 4
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This truly enchanting 1940's violet blue crepe silk dress, embellished with royal blue glass bugle
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1940s Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1940's Yellow Silk Dress with Lace Inserts Size 2
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This dress is composed of a yellow hue silk. Features sheer lace inserts, front pockets, and center
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1940s American Cocktail Dresses

1940s Vintage Heart Print Tea Dress
Located in London, GB
A pretty and easy to wear vintage tea dress from the 1940s. The dress has a button front with elbow
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1940s Unknown Day Dresses

Vintage Cotton Dress and Bolero Jacket
Located in London, GB
A pretty summer outfit, a long vintage cotton dress and matching bolero. The dress is in a pretty
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1940s Unknown Day Dresses

Green and Black Vintage Summer Dress
Located in London, GB
A great vintage sundress in a bright emerald green fabric with black and white stripes, and white
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1940s Unknown Day Dresses

Vintage 1940's Navy blue crepe silk pleated dress buttons back UK 10 US 6
Located in Cheltenham, GB
Rendered in the most delightful shade of navy blue crepe silk, this original 1940's dress, accented
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1940s Casual Dresses

Vintage 1940's Violet Crepe Silk Original 1940s Silk Scalloped Dress UK 16 US 12
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This wonderfully vibrant 1940's violet crepe silk dress, with burgundy toned buttons, is the
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1940s Casual Dresses

Vintage 1940's Black Silk Cream Collar Dress Button down Lace collar UK 8 US 4
Located in Cheltenham, GB
his darling 1940's black crepe silk dress, accented by a cream floral lace collar, is just the
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1940s Casual Dresses

VINTAGE 1940s BIAS-CUT VELVET FUR-TRIMMED DRESS
Located in New York, NY
This vintage 1940s bias-cut velvet dress is the black velvet dress your wardrobe is missing— it is
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1940s Maxi Dresses

VINTAGE 1940s BIAS-CUT VELVET FUR-TRIMMED DRESS
VINTAGE 1940s BIAS-CUT VELVET FUR-TRIMMED DRESS
Size: see description for sizing
1940s Novelty Print Colouful Rayon Patchwork Dress
Located in London, GB
length sleeves are ruched and gathered by hand. This dress is in excellent vintage condition. Due to
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1940s British Day Dresses

Vintage 1940s Velvet Two-Piece Dress with Rose Appliqué
Located in New York, NY
the time, as store-bought dresses at all were not all that readily available. It's made of black
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1940s Aesthetic Day Dresses

Vintage 1940s Velvet Two-Piece Dress with Rose Appliqué
Vintage 1940s Velvet Two-Piece Dress with Rose Appliqué
Size: XS Small Medium, see item detail
Vintage 1940s Black & White Stripe Tea Dress
Located in London, GB
A fun and easy to wear black and white stripe dress from the late 1940s or early 1950s. The dress
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1940s Tea Gowns

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

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 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

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

1940s Haute Couture Black Silk Dress
Located in London, GB
this period. The dress is in remarkable vintage condition, especially for a garment of its age and
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1940s French Formal Wear

1940s Novelty Ship Print Pastel Coloured Rayon Dress
Located in London, GB
This charming 1940s pastel toned shirt dress is in beautiful vintage condition and has a feminine
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1940s American Formal Wear

1940s Pale Blue Rayon Dress With Navy And White Pebble Print
Located in London, GB
its simplicity and is in beautiful vintage condition. A tidy shift cut, this dress features a gentle
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1940s American Day Dresses

Debbie Harry Vintage Collection 40's Day Dress
Located in Topanga, CA
Navy blue 40's day dress with small white and hot pink flower motif. Debbie Harry
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1940s American Day Dresses

Debbie Harry Vintage Collection Cotton Eyelet Dress
Located in Topanga, CA
Beautiful pink and purple eyelet cotton 40's day dress. Easy fit, hits below the knee.
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1940s American Day Dresses

Debbie Harry Vintage Collection 40's Floral Dress
Located in Topanga, CA
!940's floral print dress with lightly layered gathering at the waist and ties at back. Hits just
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1940s American Day Dresses

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

Late 1940s Red Print Dress
Located in New York, NY
Vintage late 40s early 50s French red print dress. Decorative silver buttons, adorable print
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1940s Unknown Day Dresses

Norman Hartnell floral dress, circa 1949
By Norman Hartnell
Located in London, GB
A wonderful example of the finest British haute couture by Norman Hartnell, this beautiful dress is
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1940s British Day Dresses

Vintage 1940's Cerulean Blue lace Dress 1940's tea dress day dress UK 10 US 6
Located in Cheltenham, GB
original 1940's dress is a rare piece to behold. The V shaped neckline, is framed by a simple shoulder
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1940s Tea Gowns

Vintage 1940's red soutache embellished dress original 1940's red dress UK 10
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This eye-catching 1940's rouge red dress, rendered in a rayon crepe and embellished with decorative
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1940s Cocktail 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

Vintage 1940's Autumn Leaf Print Crepe Silk Dress 1940's Silk Dress UK 12 US 8
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This truly enchanting 1940's crepe silk dress, rendered in a soft crepe silk with a pattern of
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1940s Casual 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

A vintage 1940s black peplum rayon day dress with embossed detail
Located in London, GB
A vintage 1940s black peplum rayon day dress with embossed detail across the bodice with a
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1940s Casual Dresses

Vintage 1940's pumpkin crepe silk bronze beaded peplum dress cocktail dress UK 8
Located in Cheltenham, GB
bronze coloured glass bugle beads, this original 1940's dress is just the piece to add to your seasonal
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1940s Cocktail Dresses

A vintage 1930s -1940s navy blue floral sheer lace / mesh day dress.
Located in London, GB
A vintage 1930s -1940s navy floral sheer lace day dress. unlined but goes easily over a slip
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1940s British Informal Dresses

Vintage 1940's Silk CC41 Hand-Painted Dress UK 8 US 4
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This truly breathtaking 1940's black crepe silk CC41 dress, with a hand painted and printed
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1940s Casual Dresses

Vintage 1940s CC41 Dress with Contrasting Panels
Located in London, GB
A lovely CC41 dress from the 1940s. The dress has short sleaves, and a round collar with a popper
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1940s British Day Dresses

Vintage 1940's rose peach silk chiffon pleated bodice delphos dress UK 6 US 2
Located in Cheltenham, GB
late 1940's dress is a rare piece to behold and the perfect piece to add to your vintage collection
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1940s Ballerina Day Dresses

Vintage 1940s Velvet Dress
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 1940s Velvet Dress, Size Small: This is the black velvet dress your wardrobe is missing
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1940s Maxi Dresses

1940s White Smocked Sheer Maxi Dress
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
. Don't miss the chance to own a piece of vintage charm with this exceptional dress. Order yours today and
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1940s Day Dresses

1940s Black Striped Hostess Dress Coat
Located in London, GB
Lovely vintage 1940s black silk taffeta hostess dress coat with woven multi-coloured stripes. This
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1940s Day Dresses

VINTAGE c.1940’s Ivory Tan Cotton Lace Beaded Applique Vent V-Neck Midi Dress
Located in Thiensville, WI
VINTAGE c.1940’s Ivory Tan Cotton Lace Beaded Applique Vent V-Neck Midi Dress Circa: 1940’s
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1940s Tea Gowns

1940s Navy Blue and White Embroidered Daisy Print Silk 40s Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage 1940s Navy Blue Crepe dress with embroidered in white embroidered daisies. Pleated skirt
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1940s American Day Dresses

A vintage 1940s red and black ribbon work knit dress
Located in London, GB
A vintage 1940s red with black speckle effect ribbon work dress Measurements taken flat in inches
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1940s Unknown Casual Dresses

Vintage 1940s Navy Blue Crepe Dress with White Small Polkadots
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Chic 1940s blue and white small polkadots crepe dress with amazing sleeve and interesting origami
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1940s American Wedding Dresses

Vintage 1940s 40s Heavy Satin Custom Strapless Gown/ Dress with Cord Detailing
Located in Sparks, NV
Stunning heavy satin 1940s gown with hand stitched cord detailing at the bodice and an extra full sweep. Side metal zip and hook closure. Unlined with custom detailing and hand-stitc...
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1940s American Wedding 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

Rare 1940s Ballerina Novelty Print Rayon Tea Dress with Chiffon Neckline
Located in London, GB
This beautiful vintage 1940s tea dress has a rare and unusual ballerina novelty print. The
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1940s American Day Dresses

Claire McCardell by Townley Vintage African Print Day Dress
By Claire McCardell Clothes by Townley, Claire McCardell
Located in US
Rare Iconic Vintage Claire McCardell by Townley African Print (Book Print) Pleated Tie Waist Hook
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1940s American Day Dresses

1940s Terry Rogers Vintage Mustard Yellow + Brown Print Day Dress + Leather Belt
Located in Sparks, NV
We absolutely adore this vintage 1940s print! This day dress by Terry Rogers from the 1940s is over
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1940s American Day Dresses

Vintage 1940s Dress
Located in London, GB
A super stylish vintage dress from the 1940s. In a light brown colour the dress has a v neckline
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1940s Unknown Day Dresses

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Vintage Day Dresses 1940 For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the vintage or contemporary vintage day dresses 1940 you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Black is a pretty popular color, but we also have Gray, Beige, Brown and more in stock now. If you’re looking for a vintage day dresses 1940 from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of this accessory over the years, but those made by Claire McCardell, Stefney and Adele Simpson are often thought to be among the most stylish. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking these accessories, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Vintage Day Dresses 1940?

Prices for a vintage day dresses 1940 can differ depending upon size, designer and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $212 and can go as high as $1,500, while, on average they fetch $395.

Finding the Right Clothing for You

Start building your collection of covetable and iconic vintage clothing today — no matter where you roam, there is a curated selection of designer dresses and gowns, sweaters, shirts, dazzling shoes and more on 1stDibs that will keep you covered in the hottest styles from head to toe.

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. 

For fashion lovers, the 1990s have become associated with styles adopted by today’s supermodels and influencers — think John Galliano and Roberto Cavalli — but maybe ‘80s accessories are among your (guilty?) pleasures. 

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. 

The future — and glamorous past — of fashion is yours for the wearing. Find vintage clothing and accessories for sale on 1stDibs, including designs by Balenciaga, Valentino, Celine, Loewe and more.

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