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Halter Jersey Dresses

Hermes Silk Jersey Halter Dress
Hermes Silk Jersey Halter Dress

Hermes Silk Jersey Halter Dress

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

Hermes signature scarf print dress in vibrant silk jersey. Halter neck wrap dress with border

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1970s French Day Dresses

1970s Yellow Jersey Halter Wrap Dress and Turban Set
1970s Yellow Jersey Halter Wrap Dress and Turban Set

1970s Yellow Jersey Halter Wrap Dress and Turban Set

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Capture the essence of the 1970s with this yellow jersey halter wrap dress and matching turban set

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1970s Toga Dresses

Vicky Tiel Black Jersey Halter Neck Bodycon Cocktail Dress, 1980s
Vicky Tiel Black Jersey Halter Neck Bodycon Cocktail Dress, 1980s

Vicky Tiel Black Jersey Halter Neck Bodycon Cocktail Dress, 1980s

By Vicky Tiel

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is the dress version of a Jackie Collins novel circa mid 1980s by Vicky Tiel. Black jersey in

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20th Century Cocktail Dresses

1990s Hall Ludlow Red Jersey Vintage Halter Dress with Shawl
1990s Hall Ludlow Red Jersey Vintage Halter Dress with Shawl

1990s Hall Ludlow Red Jersey Vintage Halter Dress with Shawl

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Vintage Hall Ludlow Red Jersey Halter Dress with large bow. Scoop low back. Dress comes with shawl

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1980s Australian Evening Dresses

MONSE black jersey white logo back sportif bungee strap halter mini dress XS
MONSE black jersey white logo back sportif bungee strap halter mini dress XS

MONSE black jersey white logo back sportif bungee strap halter mini dress XS

By Monse

Located in Hong Kong, NT

MONSE black jersey white logo back sportif bungee strap halter mini dress XS Reference: LNKO/A02276

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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Casual Dresses

1970s Geoffrey Beene Navy Blue Metallic Halter Dress
1970s Geoffrey Beene Navy Blue Metallic Halter Dress

1970s Geoffrey Beene Navy Blue Metallic Halter Dress

By Geoffrey Beene, Geoffrey Been Boutique

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Sexy and timeless 1970s Geoffrey Beene navy blue metallic jersey halter dress with bare back. Size

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1970s American Evening Dresses

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SCOTT BARRIE White Silk Jersey Halter Dress
SCOTT BARRIE White Silk Jersey Halter Dress

SCOTT BARRIE White Silk Jersey Halter Dress

By Scott Barrie

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Here is the perfect summer dress by Scott Barrie. * It ties at the neck & the back above a small

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1970s American Day Dresses

Green Twin Print Silk Jersey Mini Halter Dress
Green Twin Print Silk Jersey Mini Halter Dress

Green Twin Print Silk Jersey Mini Halter Dress

By Flora Kung

Located in Boston, MA

Twin print halter tie at neck. Dress only. Donna Karan gold pendant necklace is listed

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2010s American Mini Dresses

Max Mara Midnight Blue Silk Jersey Halter Neck Dress M
Max Mara Midnight Blue Silk Jersey Halter Neck Dress M

Max Mara Midnight Blue Silk Jersey Halter Neck Dress M

By Max Mara

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Elegant draping is combined with a flowy silhouette to bring elegance to this stunning halter dress

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21st Century and Contemporary Day Dresses

Yellow twin print mini halter silk jersey dress - NWT Flora Kung
Yellow twin print mini halter silk jersey dress - NWT Flora Kung

Yellow twin print mini halter silk jersey dress - NWT Flora Kung

By Flora Kung

Located in Boston, MA

Elastic back and self-tie halter for a perfect fit. Cool, easy dress great for travel and going out

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2010s American Casual Dresses

Aqua Sand Geo Print Flora Kung Silk Halter Dress with Pockets NWT
Aqua Sand Geo Print Flora Kung Silk Halter Dress with Pockets NWT

Aqua Sand Geo Print Flora Kung Silk Halter Dress with Pockets NWT

By Flora Kung

Located in Boston, MA

Pockets!! Cool comfy aqua sand color silk jersey mini halter dress with pockets. Relaxed fit

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2010s American Casual Dresses

Flora Kung Aqua Sand Print Mini Silk Halter Dress with Pockets NWT
Flora Kung Aqua Sand Print Mini Silk Halter Dress with Pockets NWT

Flora Kung Aqua Sand Print Mini Silk Halter Dress with Pockets NWT

By Flora Kung

Located in Boston, MA

Pockets!! Cool comfy aqua sand color silk jersey mini halter dress with pockets. Relaxed fit

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2010s American Casual Dresses

Maxi Boho Pink Brown Flora Kung Silk Jersey Dress NWT
Maxi Boho Pink Brown Flora Kung Silk Jersey Dress NWT

Maxi Boho Pink Brown Flora Kung Silk Jersey Dress NWT

By Flora Kung

Located in Boston, MA

Rich chocolate brown and pink print silk jersey maxi halter dress with a generous, comfortable easy

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2010s American Informal Dresses

Flora Kung Maxi Boho Pink Brown Silk Jersey Dress NWT
Flora Kung Maxi Boho Pink Brown Silk Jersey Dress NWT

Flora Kung Maxi Boho Pink Brown Silk Jersey Dress NWT

By Flora Kung

Located in Boston, MA

Rich chocolate brown and pink print silk jersey maxi halter dress with a generous, comfortable easy

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2010s American Informal Dresses

Flora Kung Maxi Boho Pink Brown Silk Jersey Dress NWT
Flora Kung Maxi Boho Pink Brown Silk Jersey Dress NWT

Flora Kung Maxi Boho Pink Brown Silk Jersey Dress NWT

By Flora Kung

Located in Boston, MA

Rich chocolate brown and pink print silk jersey maxi halter dress with a generous, comfortable easy

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2010s American Informal Dresses

Flora Kung Wave Print Mini Silk Dress with Pockets NWT
Flora Kung Wave Print Mini Silk Dress with Pockets NWT

Flora Kung Wave Print Mini Silk Dress with Pockets NWT

By Flora Kung

Located in Boston, MA

Pockets!! How cool is this black and dark gray wave print silk jersey mini halter dress with

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2010s American Casual Dresses

1970s Oscar De La Renta floral print halter jersey dress
1970s Oscar De La Renta floral print halter jersey dress

1970s Oscar De La Renta floral print halter jersey dress

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

1970s Oscar De La Renta floral print halter jersey dress. Perfect dress for summer cocktail dress

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1960s American Cocktail Dresses

1970s OSCAR DE LA RENTA navy blue floral print halter jersey dress
1970s OSCAR DE LA RENTA navy blue floral print halter jersey dress

1970s OSCAR DE LA RENTA navy blue floral print halter jersey dress

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

What a fun summer jersey halter dress from vintage Oscar De La Renta. Navy blue color with

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1970s American Summer Dresses

1970s Bill Tice Halter Black Jersey Dress
1970s Bill Tice Halter Black Jersey Dress

1970s Bill Tice Halter Black Jersey Dress

By Bill Tice

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Vintage Black Bill Tice jersey halter dress with plunging neckline and bare back. Dress has gold

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1970s American Maxi Dress

Leonard Silk Jersey Halter Neck Maxi Dress
Leonard Silk Jersey Halter Neck Maxi Dress

Leonard Silk Jersey Halter Neck Maxi Dress

By Leonard

Located in Geneva, CH

1970’s silk jersey backless long dress with a deep V neckline. Orchid and palm leaf print on the

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1970s French Maxi Dresses

Norma Kamali Cream Jersey Halter Disco Dress, 1970s
Norma Kamali Cream Jersey Halter Disco Dress, 1970s

Norma Kamali Cream Jersey Halter Disco Dress, 1970s

By Norma Kamali

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Sexy and sweet little disco dress from Norma Kamali. A fabulous dress that encapsulates a

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20th Century Casual Dresses

Adele Simpson 1970s Black Peekaboo Halter Jersey Maxi Dress
Adele Simpson 1970s Black Peekaboo Halter Jersey Maxi Dress

Adele Simpson 1970s Black Peekaboo Halter Jersey Maxi Dress

By Adele Simpson

Located in San Francisco, CA

Adele Simpson vintage 70's jersey knit halter dress with a peekaboo keyhole. Halter straps create

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1970s American Maxi Dresses

Yves Saint Laurent Jersey Halter Gown
Yves Saint Laurent Jersey Halter Gown

Yves Saint Laurent Jersey Halter Gown

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Geneva, CH

Burnt orange long jersey halter gown dating from the seventies. Non detachable long silk-fringed

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1970s French Day Dresses

Bill Tice Jersey Halter Gown
Bill Tice Jersey Halter Gown

Bill Tice Jersey Halter Gown

By Bill Tice

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Bill Tice light brown silk jersey halter gown with quilted gold sash.

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1970s American Aesthetic Day Dresses

Stephen Burrows black jersey halter neck tulip hem dress 1970s
Stephen Burrows black jersey halter neck tulip hem dress 1970s

Stephen Burrows black jersey halter neck tulip hem dress 1970s

By Stephen Burrows

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Stephen Burrows black jersey halter neck tulip hem dress 1970s...Silky rayon jersey with Burrows

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1970s American Informal Dresses

Marc Jacobs Runway 2002 Floral Jersey Halter Neck Tiered Skirt Dress
Marc Jacobs Runway 2002 Floral Jersey Halter Neck Tiered Skirt Dress

Marc Jacobs Runway 2002 Floral Jersey Halter Neck Tiered Skirt Dress

By Marc Jacobs

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Marc Jacobs Runway 2002, worn by Debra Messing see photo. Purple mini floral jersey halter neck

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21st Century and Contemporary American Casual Dresses

90s Moschino black jersey halter dress with acrylic beads applique
90s Moschino black jersey halter dress with acrylic beads applique

90s Moschino black jersey halter dress with acrylic beads applique

By Moschino

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Sexy and fun 90s Moschino black jersey halter dress with acrylic beads applique in green, pink

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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Norma Kamali Ruched Halter Dress 1980s
Norma Kamali Ruched Halter Dress 1980s

Norma Kamali Ruched Halter Dress 1980s

By Norma Kamali

Located in Water Mill, NY

A great black jersey halter dress by Norma Kamali. It has a ruched plunging halter neck and a

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1980s American Day Dresses

Norma Kamali Omo Olive Plunge Halter Dress 1980s
Norma Kamali Omo Olive Plunge Halter Dress 1980s

Norma Kamali Omo Olive Plunge Halter Dress 1980s

By Norma Kamali, OMO Norma Kamali

Located in Water Mill, NY

A great olive green jersey halter dress by Norma Kamali. It has a plunging neckline with a

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1980s American Day Dresses

60s Swinging Jack Hartley Kelly Green Halter Dress w/ Rings
60s Swinging Jack Hartley Kelly Green Halter Dress w/ Rings

60s Swinging Jack Hartley Kelly Green Halter Dress w/ Rings

Located in Gresham, OR

A fun, swinging Jack Hartley Inc. kelly green 60s jersey halter maxi-dress with mod ring detail

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1960s American Informal Dresses

1970s Adele Simpson Black Cut-Out Jersey Maxi Dress
1970s Adele Simpson Black Cut-Out Jersey Maxi Dress

1970s Adele Simpson Black Cut-Out Jersey Maxi Dress

By Adele Simpson

Located in San Francisco, CA

Surprisingly risque for an Adele Simpson, this black backless 70's jersey knit halter dress with a

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1970s American Maxi Dresses

Hermès Black and White Stripe Maxi Dress
Hermès Black and White Stripe Maxi Dress

Hermès Black and White Stripe Maxi Dress

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

Hermès, black and white, graphic stripe, jersey, halter style, maxi dress, having a deep V

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Early 2000s French Maxi Dresses

Gianni Versace Day Dresser in Black and White Fabric
Gianni Versace Day Dresser in Black and White Fabric

Gianni Versace Day Dresser in Black and White Fabric

By Gianni Versace

Located in Milano, IT

GIANNI VERSACE early 90's black and white abstract textured print jersey halter dress! Featuring a

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1980s Italian Casual Dresses

Versace Silk Jersey Plunge Halter Dress
Versace Silk Jersey Plunge Halter Dress

Versace Silk Jersey Plunge Halter Dress

By Versace

Located in Water Mill, NY

A beautiful bright turquoise silk jersey low cut halter dress from Versace. The bodice is ruched

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Day Dresses

Pucci tropical print silky rayon jersey halter wrap dress
Pucci tropical print silky rayon jersey halter wrap dress

Pucci tropical print silky rayon jersey halter wrap dress

By Emilio Pucci

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Pucci tropical print silky rayon jersey halter wrap dress in blue, lavender, green, powder blue and

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Day Dresses

1980s Scherrer Ruched Black Cotton Jersey Halter Dress
1980s Scherrer Ruched Black Cotton Jersey Halter Dress

1980s Scherrer Ruched Black Cotton Jersey Halter Dress

By Jean-Louis Scherrer

Located in Gresham, OR

A sexy 1980s Scherrer ruched-side black cotton jersey halter dress.

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1980s French Informal Dresses

Victor Costa 1970s Black Jersey Draped Halter Maxi Dress
Victor Costa 1970s Black Jersey Draped Halter Maxi Dress

Victor Costa 1970s Black Jersey Draped Halter Maxi Dress

By Victor Costa

Located in San Francisco, CA

Victor Costa vintage 70's black jersey column maxi dress with beautiful draping detail. Very

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1970s Unknown Maxi Dresses

Alexander McQueen Choker Halter Dress
Alexander McQueen Choker Halter Dress

Alexander McQueen Choker Halter Dress

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Water Mill, NY

A simple elegant black fine jersey halter dress from Alexander McQueen. The dress drapes in the

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Early 2000s English Day Dresses

Unworn Prada Deadstock Tan Jersey Knit Open Back Halter Dress
Unworn Prada Deadstock Tan Jersey Knit Open Back Halter Dress

Unworn Prada Deadstock Tan Jersey Knit Open Back Halter Dress

By Prada

Located in Sparks, NV

Unworn with the original tags still attached! Deadstock jersey knit halter dress by Prada

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Late 20th Century Italian Cocktail Dresses

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By Tom Ford, Gucci

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21st Century and Contemporary Dress and Coat Ensembles

1986 AZZEDINE ALAIA charcoal wool gabardine RUNWAY coat with seamed back
1986 AZZEDINE ALAIA charcoal wool gabardine RUNWAY coat with seamed back

1986 AZZEDINE ALAIA charcoal wool gabardine RUNWAY coat with seamed back

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in San Fransisco, CA

This is a sharply structured Azzedine Alaïa runway jacket from 1986, cut in charcoal wool gabardine. It has a long, double-breasted silhouette with a strong, sculpted shoulder line a...

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1980s French Coats and Outerwear

Gucci Alligator and Leather Boots Rare Fall Winter 2005 Sz 8
Gucci Alligator and Leather Boots Rare Fall Winter 2005 Sz 8

Gucci Alligator and Leather Boots Rare Fall Winter 2005 Sz 8

By Gucci

Located in Conroe, TX

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1990s Thierry Mugler White Handkerchief Hem Asymmetrical Vintage 90s Maxi Skirt

1990s Thierry Mugler White Handkerchief Hem Asymmetrical Vintage 90s Maxi Skirt

By Thierry Mugler

Located in San Diego, CA

Striking vintage early 90s THIERRY MUGLER white handkerchief hem maxi skirt! Features an asymmetrical hem that looks fantastic with movement! Hidden zipper up the back with signature...

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1990s Italian Dip Hem Skirts

Stella McCartney Silk Chiffon LayeredEmpireWaist BeadedDrawstring Blouse 2002
Stella McCartney Silk Chiffon LayeredEmpireWaist BeadedDrawstring Blouse 2002

Stella McCartney Silk Chiffon LayeredEmpireWaist BeadedDrawstring Blouse 2002

By Stella McCartney

Located in Chicago, IL

British Stella McCartney for her eponymous brand's second collection for Fall/Winter 2002 designed this airy layered silk-chiffon empire-waist cap-sleeve rose-color pullover blouse, ...

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Early 2000s English Blouses

1983 AZZEDINE ALAIA suede wrap RUNWAY top
1983 AZZEDINE ALAIA suede wrap RUNWAY top

1983 AZZEDINE ALAIA suede wrap RUNWAY top

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Extremely rare Azzedine Alaïa wrap top from the Fall/Winter 1983 runway collection. Designed in a rich salmon-red, persimmon-toned suede, the piece highlights Alaïa’s sculptural appr...

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1980s Italian Bustiers

John Galliano for Christian Dior S/S 2009 Silk Halter Dress
John Galliano for Christian Dior S/S 2009 Silk Halter Dress

John Galliano for Christian Dior S/S 2009 Silk Halter Dress

By Christian Dior, John Galliano

Located in Water Mill, NY

A gorgeous rich purple silk halter dress by John Galliano for Christian Dior. It is fitted through the bodice with a stunning intricately detailed ruffle trimmed plunge halter neckli...

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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Versace Silk Cut out Back Dress
Versace Silk Cut out Back Dress

Versace Silk Cut out Back Dress

By Versace

Located in Water Mill, NY

A beautiful pink silk dress from Versace. It is is a simple sleeveless sheath from the front. The back is exposed from the shoulders to low back with the exception of draping framin...

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By Chloé

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

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Late 1990s Dolce & Gabbana Black Satin Bustier Bodysuit Midi Cocktail Dress
Late 1990s Dolce & Gabbana Black Satin Bustier Bodysuit Midi Cocktail Dress

Late 1990s Dolce & Gabbana Black Satin Bustier Bodysuit Midi Cocktail Dress

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in West Hollywood, CA

From the late 1990s, this black satin Dolce & Gabbana slip dress is the ultimate little black dress. This chic dress falls below the knee and features a built-in bodysuit, interior c...

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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

1990s Giorgio Armani Size 6 / 8 Vintage Crimson Red Merlot 90s Silk Velvet Gown
1990s Giorgio Armani Size 6 / 8 Vintage Crimson Red Merlot 90s Silk Velvet Gown

1990s Giorgio Armani Size 6 / 8 Vintage Crimson Red Merlot 90s Silk Velvet Gown

By Giorgio Armani

Located in San Diego, CA

Insanely beautiful 1990s GIORGIO ARMANI COLLEZIONI crimson red silk velvet full length evening dress! Couture quality, with an amazing fit! Hidden interior weight on inner bust creat...

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1990s Italian Evening Gowns

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Museum Chanel Vintage F/W 1996 Gold Brocade Mughal Jeweled Gripoix 96A Jacket

Museum Chanel Vintage F/W 1996 Gold Brocade Mughal Jeweled Gripoix 96A Jacket

By Chanel

Located in Jersey City, NJ

This exceptional Chanel Fall/Winter 1996 gold jacket is a rare masterpiece inspired by Coco Chanel’s fascination with Orientalism in the 1930s. Featuring a structured Mandarin collar...

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By Peter Dundas, Emilio Pucci

Located in Switzerland, CH

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NWT's THE DANES Vintage Black Silk Extra Long Evening Gown Maxi Dress

Located in Leonardo, NJ

The Danes Vintage Black 100% silk Extra long Pullover Sheer mesh back Size USA 8 NWT's, Pristine Measurements in inches laying flat: length 66, pit to pit 16 to 18, smallest of waist...

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Sass & Bide Silk Crepe 3 Way Maxi Harness Bustier Dress AU 8 US 2

Sass & Bide Silk Crepe 3 Way Maxi Harness Bustier Dress AU 8 US 2

Located in PUTNEY, NSW

Dress made famous by Paris Hilton in the 2000s Crepe Embellished Contrasting trims Silk The hem can be adjusted, can be worn as maxi dress, or button up as short dress.

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Beautiful 1960s Extra Small XS Couture Black Silk Chiffon Vintage 60s Gown Dress
Beautiful 1960s Extra Small XS Couture Black Silk Chiffon Vintage 60s Gown Dress

Beautiful 1960s Extra Small XS Couture Black Silk Chiffon Vintage 60s Gown Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful 1960s demi couture black silk chiffon sequin evening gown! Features thousands of hand-sewn black sequins throughout the sleeves and skirt. Thin spaghetti strap underlay wit...

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1960s Evening Gowns

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Halter Jersey Dresses For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of halter jersey dresses for sale on 1stDibs. If you’re looking for black halter jersey dresses and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in gray, blue and more. The ideal items for you are waiting among the distinctive accessories we have available, which include versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many classic iterations of halter jersey dresses over the years, but those made by Michael Kors, Vicky Tiel and Alexander Wang are often thought to be among the most stylish.

How Much are Halter Jersey Dresses?

The prices for halter jersey dresses start at $180 and top out at $3,894 with these items, on average, selling for $1,217.

Finding the Right Day Dresses for You

Luxurious and versatile, designer day dresses are as well suited to tea at an upscale hotel as they are to your next garden or rooftop party.

Today’s featherlight unisex day dresses — as well as the vibrant vintage day dresses of the 1950s and ’60s — look quite different from the heavy, fabric-rich de rigueur garments of the Victorian era. In the late 19th century, a woman of a certain standing might have multiple dresses to wear throughout the day: specifically, one or two for the daytime and one for the evening. For example, a long-sleeve silk dress with a prominently flared back and a round collar of gold beaded lace that hugs the neck would be suitable for stepping out during the day, while a velvet gown trimmed in silk embroidery but overall comparatively informal in appearance would be worn for afternoon tea at home. At night, a silk velvet evening dress could feature natural world motifs such as butterflies (a characteristic of Art Nouveau design) and have short sleeves adorned with lace and ruffles and a scooped neckline — the perfect attire for the theater.

During the 1920s, after all the chores were done, a woman would change from her housework clothing into a more fashionable day dress to run her errands or socialize. Some 1920s day dresses were brightly colored and featured bold patterns — a cotton dress with a dazzling floral print, perhaps, or, in the case of the more venturesome Art Deco apparel sold in high-end couture fashion boutiques of the era, semi-sheer silk garments embellished with three-dimensional beadwork or rich metallic gold lamé.

Today, a closet full of casual vintage day dresses is a must-have. Whether you opt for black, crimson or beige, day dresses bring an element of glamour to your next appointment, and in the summer, who doesn’t love a wonderfully simple, lightweight day dress cut in cotton and linen?

Because different fashion designers of every decade have offered their own take on the widely loved day dress, you’ll be able to find a variety of vintage and designer day dresses on 1stDibs. Search by creator to find enduring designs by the likes of Emilio Pucci, Pierre Cardin, Yves Saint Laurent and Christian Dior, or browse by period to uncover a scintillating collection of cotton and satin patterned dresses of the 1950s and ’60s.

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