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Amazing 1970s Vintage One Shoulder Black Sequin Silk 70s Evening Dress Gown
Amazing 1970s Vintage One Shoulder Black Sequin Silk 70s Evening Dress Gown

Amazing 1970s Vintage One Shoulder Black Sequin Silk 70s Evening Dress Gown

By Mike Benet Formals, MIKE BENET

Located in San Diego, CA

Incredible vintage 1970s one shoulder black sequin silk Grecian inspired Toga evening dress!

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1970s American Vintage Sequin Dress

1990s Lillie Rubin Silk Chiffon Sequin Snakeskin Print Vintage Babydoll Dress
1990s Lillie Rubin Silk Chiffon Sequin Snakeskin Print Vintage Babydoll Dress

1990s Lillie Rubin Silk Chiffon Sequin Snakeskin Print Vintage Babydoll Dress

By Lillie Rubin

Located in San Diego, CA

Awesome 90s LILLIE RUBIN snake / reptile print silk chiffon baby doll dress! Features allover hand-sewn iridescent sequins on the front and back of the bodice. Two tiers on the skirt...

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1990s American Vintage Sequin Dress

Vintage Peter Keppler Couture 1980s Green Black Sequin Dress, Size 40
Vintage Peter Keppler Couture 1980s Green Black Sequin Dress, Size 40

Vintage Peter Keppler Couture 1980s Green Black Sequin Dress, Size 40

Located in Capri, IT

1980s Peter Keppler couture Tailor made Green black dress with black sequins all over Size: 40 italian size range Composition 100% reine seide

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1970s Italian Vintage Sequin Dress

Rare Vintage Oscar de la Renta Gold Sequin " Red Ribbon " Dress Gown
Rare Vintage Oscar de la Renta Gold Sequin " Red Ribbon " Dress Gown

Rare Vintage Oscar de la Renta Gold Sequin " Red Ribbon " Dress Gown

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in San Diego, CA

Amazing AND Rare Vintage Oscar de la Renta gold sequin dress! Embroidered with a "Red Ribbon" on the right breast.

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1970s American Vintage Sequin Dress

Donna Karan Vintage 1990s 90s Black Sequin High Rise Tapered Evening Dress Pants
Donna Karan Vintage 1990s 90s Black Sequin High Rise Tapered Evening Dress Pants

Donna Karan Vintage 1990s 90s Black Sequin High Rise Tapered Evening Dress Pants

By Donna Karan

Located in San Diego, CA

A rare pair of vintage Donna Karan black sequin trousers dating to the early-to-mid 1990s, reflecting the sleek evening minimalism that defined her most celebrated era.

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1990s American Vintage Sequin Dress

Missoni Vintage Runway S/S 1991 Silk Floral Sequin Mini Dress, Cardigan Jacket
Missoni Vintage Runway S/S 1991 Silk Floral Sequin Mini Dress, Cardigan Jacket

Missoni Vintage Runway S/S 1991 Silk Floral Sequin Mini Dress, Cardigan Jacket

By Missoni

Located in Woodland Hills, CA

Seen on the Missoni Spring/Summer 1991 runway and featured in Elle magazine that March, this vintage silk sequin-embellished piece is a standout from the collection.

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1990s Italian Vintage Sequin Dress

1960s Nat Kaplan Gold Sequin Rhinestone Encrusted Vintage 60s Evening Gown Dress
1960s Nat Kaplan Gold Sequin Rhinestone Encrusted Vintage 60s Evening Gown Dress

1960s Nat Kaplan Gold Sequin Rhinestone Encrusted Vintage 60s Evening Gown Dress

By Nat Kaplan

Located in San Diego, CA

Stunning early 1960s NAT KAPLAN gold sequin and rhinestone encrusted sleeveless evening gown ! Thousands of hand-sewn star shaped gold sequins throughout the bodice, with golden rhin...

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1960s American Vintage Sequin Dress

Vintage 1970s Lillie Rubin Blue Sequin Halter Disco Studio 54 Gown Maxi Dress 70
Vintage 1970s Lillie Rubin Blue Sequin Halter Disco Studio 54 Gown Maxi Dress 70

Vintage 1970s Lillie Rubin Blue Sequin Halter Disco Studio 54 Gown Maxi Dress 70

By Lillie Rubin

Located in San Diego, CA

SEO Keywords Vintage Lillie Rubin gown, 1970s disco dress, Studio 54 dress, blue sequin gown, paillette sequin dress, halter evening gown, open back gown, cowl neck dress, sapphire ...

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1970s American Vintage Sequin Dress

Vintage Betsey Johnson 1990s Black Sequin Mini Dress with PVC Panels and Straps
Vintage Betsey Johnson 1990s Black Sequin Mini Dress with PVC Panels and Straps

Vintage Betsey Johnson 1990s Black Sequin Mini Dress with PVC Panels and Straps

By Betsey Johnson

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Fashion History: By the 1990s, Betsey Johnson had established herself as one of American fashion's most influential designers, known for blending punk irreverence with ultra-feminine...

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1990s American Vintage Sequin Dress

1990s Jenny Packham Black and White Sequined Silk Vintage 90s Mini Dress
1990s Jenny Packham Black and White Sequined Silk Vintage 90s Mini Dress

1990s Jenny Packham Black and White Sequined Silk Vintage 90s Mini Dress

By Jenny Packham

Located in San Diego, CA

Sexy late 90s JENNY PACKHAM black and white sequined silk mini dress! Packham got her start in the 1980s, but really rose to fame after her designs were featured on Kim Catrall ( Sa...

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1990s British Vintage Sequin Dress

1970s Royal Blue Fully Sequin Dolman Sleeves Vintage 70s Evening Gown Dress
1970s Royal Blue Fully Sequin Dolman Sleeves Vintage 70s Evening Gown Dress

1970s Royal Blue Fully Sequin Dolman Sleeves Vintage 70s Evening Gown Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful 1970s royal blue fully sequined gown ! Features thousands of hand-sewn sequins throughout. Peek-a-boo back with hidden zipper and hook-and-eye closures. Rhinestone buttons ...

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1970s American Vintage Sequin Dress

Sexy 1990s Hot Pink Fully Sequined Fuchsia Bodycon Vintage 90s Mini Dress
Sexy 1990s Hot Pink Fully Sequined Fuchsia Bodycon Vintage 90s Mini Dress

Sexy 1990s Hot Pink Fully Sequined Fuchsia Bodycon Vintage 90s Mini Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Sexy 1990s hot pink fully sequined bodcon mini dress! Features thousands of hand-sewn sequins throughout. Hidden zipper up th eback with hook-and-eye closure. Strong shoulders, with ...

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1990s American Vintage Sequin Dress

1990s Miu Miu Black Virgin Wool Sequin Beaded Vintage 90s Mini Dress
1990s Miu Miu Black Virgin Wool Sequin Beaded Vintage 90s Mini Dress

1990s Miu Miu Black Virgin Wool Sequin Beaded Vintage 90s Mini Dress

By Miuccia Prada, Miu Miu

Located in San Diego, CA

Chic late 1990s MIU MIU black virgin wool sequined / beaded mini dress! Features hundreds of hand-sewn sequins and beads on each shoulder. Drop waist style is both flattering and com...

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1990s Italian Vintage Sequin Dress

1970s Black and Silver Sequined Geometric Jersey Vintage 70s Disco Maxi Dress
1970s Black and Silver Sequined Geometric Jersey Vintage 70s Disco Maxi 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 geometric shapes. Stretch jersey is lightweight and comfortable. Hidden zipper up th eback...

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1970s Vintage Sequin Dress

1980s Purple Silk Beaded Sequin Large Size Flapper Style Vintage 80s Dress
1980s Purple Silk Beaded Sequin Large Size Flapper Style Vintage 80s Dress

1980s Purple Silk Beaded Sequin Large Size Flapper Style Vintage 80s Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Amazing 1980s purple silk chiffon beaded and sequined flapper style cocktail dress ! Features thousands of hand-sewn sequins and beads throughout. Sheer chiffon bellow the neck. Hidd...

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1980s Vintage Sequin Dress

Late 1970s Bob Mackie Rare Sequin + Ribbons Vintage 70s Strapless Silk Dress
Late 1970s Bob Mackie Rare Sequin + Ribbons Vintage 70s Strapless Silk Dress

Late 1970s Bob Mackie Rare Sequin + Ribbons Vintage 70s Strapless Silk Dress

By Bob Mackie

Located in San Diego, CA

Fantastic rare late 1970s BOB MACKIE black silk strapless cocktail dress! Features hundreds of hand-sewn sequins throughout the front and back bodice. Abstract stripe prints. Chic si...

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1970s American Vintage Sequin Dress

1950s Demi Couture Black Silk Crepe Dramatic Sequin Neck Fringe Vintage Dress
1950s Demi Couture Black Silk Crepe Dramatic Sequin Neck Fringe Vintage Dress

1950s Demi Couture Black Silk Crepe Dramatic Sequin Neck Fringe Vintage Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Wonderful 50s black silk crepe dramatic neck sequin wiggle dress! Features a shawl like collar drenched with thousands of hand-sewn black sequins. Dipped low back reveals just the ri...

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1950s American Vintage Sequin Dress

Diane Freis 1980s Chiffon Beaded Sequin Abstract Animal Print Vintage Dress Sash
Diane Freis 1980s Chiffon Beaded Sequin Abstract Animal Print Vintage Dress Sash

Diane Freis 1980s Chiffon Beaded Sequin Abstract Animal Print Vintage Dress Sash

By Diane Freis

Located in San Diego, CA

Fabulous mid 1980s DIANE FREIS beaded and sequin abstract and animal print chiffon dress ! Features a blouson style bodice with vibrant colors of green, blue, purple, black, white, y...

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1980s Vintage Sequin Dress

1970s Sequined Black + Brown + Silver Vintage 70s Knit Sexy Evening Gown Dress
1970s Sequined Black + Brown + Silver Vintage 70s Knit Sexy Evening Gown Dress

1970s Sequined Black + Brown + Silver Vintage 70s Knit Sexy Evening Gown Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Sexy 1970s fully sequined sleeveless full length knit dress! Features thousands of hand sewn black, brown and silver sequins throughout. Flattering zig-zag pattern on the front and b...

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1970s American Vintage Sequin Dress

1980s Samir Royal Blue Jersey + Sequins Sexy Slinky Vintage 80s Disco Dress
1980s Samir Royal Blue Jersey + Sequins Sexy Slinky Vintage 80s Disco Dress

1980s Samir Royal Blue Jersey + Sequins Sexy Slinky Vintage 80s Disco Dress

By SAMIR

Located in San Diego, CA

Sexy early 1980s SAMIR royal blue jersey and sequined Studio 54 disco dress! Features a slinky jersey fabric with hundreds of hand-sewn sequins on the right side. Hidden zipper up th...

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1980s American Vintage Sequin Dress

1960s Black + Gold Velvet Sequined Vintage 60s Long Sleeve Shift Tunic Dress
1960s Black + Gold Velvet Sequined Vintage 60s Long Sleeve Shift Tunic Dress

1960s Black + Gold Velvet Sequined Vintage 60s Long Sleeve Shift Tunic Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Chic 1960s black velvet and gold sequined long sleeve tunic dress! Features soft cotton velvet, with gold embroidered panel down the front center. Hundreds of large hand-sewn gold se...

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1960s Indian Vintage Sequin Dress

Moschino Cheap & Chic 1990s Black Size 6 Chiffon Paillettes Sequin Vintage Dress
Moschino Cheap & Chic 1990s Black Size 6 Chiffon Paillettes Sequin Vintage Dress

Moschino Cheap & Chic 1990s Black Size 6 Chiffon Paillettes Sequin Vintage Dress

By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino

Located in San Diego, CA

Super stylish never worn late 1990s / 90s MOSCHINO Cheap and Chic black silk chiffon dress! This beauty is embellshed with thousands of hand-sewn black iridescent paillettes in a var...

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1990s Italian Vintage Sequin Dress

Beautiful Vintage 1950s Black and Silver Sequined Crepe 50s Wiggle Shift Dress
Beautiful Vintage 1950s Black and Silver Sequined Crepe 50s Wiggle Shift Dress

Beautiful Vintage 1950s Black and Silver Sequined Crepe 50s Wiggle Shift Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Sensational late 1950s black, silver and gunmetal sequined wiggle shift dress! Features allover hand-sewn sequins throughout the front and back of the bodice. Peek-a-boo at the top b...

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1950s American Vintage Sequin Dress

Incredible 1950s Vintage Black Sequin Beaded Wool 50s Wiggle Evening Dress Gown
Incredible 1950s Vintage Black Sequin Beaded Wool 50s Wiggle Evening Dress Gown

Incredible 1950s Vintage Black Sequin Beaded Wool 50s Wiggle Evening Dress Gown

By Miss Ruth, Boutique by Miss Ruth

Located in San Diego, CA

Breathtaking 1950s black wool knit couture fully sequined and paillete full length evening wiggle dress! This gem was made in Hong Kong, with the sought-after "Boutique by Miss Ruth"...

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1950s Hong Kong Vintage Sequin Dress

Vintage 1960's Black and Gold Sequin Maxi Dress Size M L
Vintage 1960's Black and Gold Sequin Maxi Dress Size M L

Vintage 1960's Black and Gold Sequin Maxi Dress Size M L

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This vintage 1960's maxi gown is composed of a black & gold sequin knit with a gorgeous neckline and long sleeves. The rayon lining can be removed or made larger to suit the buyers n...

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1960s American Vintage Sequin Dress

Gorgeous 1950s 50s Couture Pink Vintage Mermaid Dress w/ Chantilly Lace + Sequin
Gorgeous 1950s 50s Couture Pink Vintage Mermaid Dress w/ Chantilly Lace + Sequin

Gorgeous 1950s 50s Couture Pink Vintage Mermaid Dress w/ Chantilly Lace + Sequin

Located in San Diego, CA

What a dress!!! This gorgeous 1950s mermaid dress could have easily been on any of the 50s starlets! Pink Chantilly lace, intermixed with sequins throughout. Fitted throughout the bo...

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1950s Vintage Sequin Dress

Incredible Vintage Bill Blass Black Silk Chiffon Ruffled Sequin Boho 70s Dress
Incredible Vintage Bill Blass Black Silk Chiffon Ruffled Sequin Boho 70s Dress

Incredible Vintage Bill Blass Black Silk Chiffon Ruffled Sequin Boho 70s Dress

By Bill Blass

Located in San Diego, CA

Absolutely insanely gorgeous vintage 1970s BILL BLASS black silk chiffon long sleeve dress! Features intricately detailed silk lace ruffles down the front of the dress, sleeves and c...

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1970s American Vintage Sequin Dress

1960s Sydney North Size 6 Beige Khaki Tan Beaded Sequin Vintage 60s Dress
1960s Sydney North Size 6 Beige Khaki Tan Beaded Sequin Vintage 60s Dress

1960s Sydney North Size 6 Beige Khaki Tan Beaded Sequin Vintage 60s Dress

By SYDNEY NORTH

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful and extremely flattering 1960 SYDNEY NORTH beige / khaki beaded dress! Features a front high neck, with plunging back. Neckline is embellished with hundreds of hand-sewn be...

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1960s American Vintage Sequin Dress

1990s Mary McFadden Couture Size 2 / 4 Burgundy Sequin Pleated Vintage 90s Dress
1990s Mary McFadden Couture Size 2 / 4 Burgundy Sequin Pleated Vintage 90s Dress

1990s Mary McFadden Couture Size 2 / 4 Burgundy Sequin Pleated Vintage 90s Dress

By Mary McFadden

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful early 90s MARY MCFADDEN COUTURE burgundy / maroon and gold long sleeve cocktail dress ! Features signature fortune pleated bodice. Rhinestone, bead and sequin encrusted wai...

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1990s American Vintage Sequin Dress

1990s Royal Blue Silk Chiffon Beaded Sequin Open Back Vintage 90s Dress Gatsby
1990s Royal Blue Silk Chiffon Beaded Sequin Open Back Vintage 90s Dress Gatsby

1990s Royal Blue Silk Chiffon Beaded Sequin Open Back Vintage 90s Dress Gatsby

Located in San Diego, CA

Amazing early 90s royal blue silk chiffon beaded sequin long sleeve dress ! Thousands of hand-sewn beads throughout look phenomenal on, especially while dancing. Built in shoulder pa...

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1990s American Vintage Sequin Dress

Lillie Rubin 1980s Ivory Off White + Gold Lace Sequin Beaded Vintage 80s Dress
Lillie Rubin 1980s Ivory Off White + Gold Lace Sequin Beaded Vintage 80s Dress

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 with thousands of hand-sewn gold sequins and beads. Long sleeve cuffs and hem have...

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1980s Indian Vintage Sequin Dress

NWT 1970s Joy Stevens Size 10 / 12 Black Sequined Flapper Style Vintage Dress
NWT 1970s Joy Stevens Size 10 / 12 Black Sequined Flapper Style Vintage Dress

NWT 1970s Joy Stevens Size 10 / 12 Black Sequined Flapper Style Vintage Dress

By Joy Stevens

Located in San Diego, CA

New with tags 70s does 20s JOY STEVENS black sequined flapper style fringed dress! Features thousands of hand-sewn black sequins throughout. Fringe hem makes this dress perfect for d...

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1970s American Vintage Sequin Dress

Gorgeous 1960s Kiki Hart Navy Blue Gold Sequin Vintage 60s Gown Evening Dress
Gorgeous 1960s Kiki Hart Navy Blue Gold Sequin Vintage 60s Gown Evening Dress

Gorgeous 1960s Kiki Hart Navy Blue Gold Sequin Vintage 60s Gown Evening Dress

By Kiki Hart, Kiki Hart New York

Located in San Diego, CA

Gorgeous late 1960s KIKI HART navy blue and gold sequined chiffon long sleeve gown! Features a nude taffeta underlay that peaks through the bottom layer of the asymmetrical hem. Hund...

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1960s American Vintage Sequin Dress

Vintage Saks Fifth Avenue Sz 8 Black Pailletes Sequined Beaded 90s Bodycon Dress
Vintage Saks Fifth Avenue Sz 8 Black Pailletes Sequined Beaded 90s Bodycon Dress

Vintage Saks Fifth Avenue Sz 8 Black Pailletes Sequined Beaded 90s Bodycon Dress

By Saks Fifth Avenue

Located in San Diego, CA

Sexy 1990s 90s SAKS 5th AVE. fully sequined / pailletes and beaded bodcon little black dress! Features thousands of hand-sewn pailletes throughout, with seed beads along the neck and...

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1990s American Vintage Sequin Dress

1990s Sexy Black Beaded Sequin Nude Illusion Size 6 Vintage 90s Bodycon Dress
1990s Sexy Black Beaded Sequin Nude Illusion Size 6 Vintage 90s Bodycon Dress

1990s Sexy Black Beaded Sequin Nude Illusion Size 6 Vintage 90s Bodycon Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Sexy 1990s black beaded bodcon nude illusion mini dress! Features a fully beaded fitted corset bodice, with thousands of hand-sewn black beads throughout the front and back. Black sh...

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1990s Vintage Sequin Dress

1990s Black Sequin + Lace Sexy Strapless Hi - Lo Vintage 90s Mini Cocktail Dress
1990s Black Sequin + Lace Sexy Strapless Hi - Lo Vintage 90s Mini Cocktail Dress

1990s Black Sequin + Lace Sexy Strapless Hi - Lo Vintage 90s Mini Cocktail Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Sexy 90s black sequin hi-lo strapless bodycon dress! Features hundreds of hand-sewn black sequins throughout. Asymmetrical black French lace hem dips to a longer train in the back. H...

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1990s American Vintage Sequin Dress

Oleg Cassini Vintage Royal Blue 1990s Fully Sequined Long Sleeved 90s Mini Dress
Oleg Cassini Vintage Royal Blue 1990s Fully Sequined Long Sleeved 90s Mini Dress

Oleg Cassini Vintage Royal Blue 1990s Fully Sequined Long Sleeved 90s Mini Dress

By Black Tie by Oleg Cassini, Oleg Cassini

Located in San Diego, CA

Sexy 1990s OLEG CASSINI royal blue sequined mini dress! Features thousands of hand-sewn royal blue sequins on s stretch jersey fabric. Flattering ruching at center bodice. Hidden zip...

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1990s American Vintage Sequin Dress

1960s Ivory and Gold Lace + Sequins Mod Vintage A - Line 60s Babydoll Dress
1960s Ivory and Gold Lace + Sequins Mod Vintage A - Line 60s Babydoll Dress

1960s Ivory and Gold Lace + Sequins Mod Vintage A - Line 60s Babydoll Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Chic 1960s ivory and gold lace A-line dress! Features a fitted bodice, with a nice full flattering flared skirt. Gold embroidered waistband and sleeve cuffs are adorned with gold seq...

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1960s American Vintage Sequin Dress

1960s Chester Weinberg Chic Vintage Black Wool + Sequins 60s Shift Dress w/ Bow
1960s Chester Weinberg Chic Vintage Black Wool + Sequins 60s Shift Dress w/ Bow

1960s Chester Weinberg Chic Vintage Black Wool + Sequins 60s Shift Dress w/ Bow

By Chester Weinberg

Located in San Diego, CA

The ultimate little black dress, by CHESTER WEINBERG! Couture quality, with heavy attention to detail. Soft black wool, with three rows of black sequins above the hem, with a black s...

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Vintage Sequin Dress For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact vintage or contemporary vintage sequin dress you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Our collection includes a variety of colors, spanning Black, Brown, Beige and more. If you’re looking for a vintage sequin dress 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 20th Century. An accessory like this designed by Lillie Rubin, Bill Blass and Oleg Cassini — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured item — is worth considering. When shopping for these accessories, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men or unisex today than there are for women.

How Much is a Vintage Sequin Dress?

Prices for a vintage sequin dress can differ depending upon size, designer and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $128 and can go as high as $39,995, while, on average they fetch $848.

Finding the Right Evening-dresses for You

With entire museum exhibitions dedicated to examining fashion designers and their creations, we’re finally recognizing that costuming is art. Evening dresses over time have conveyed specific statements about social class, position and beliefs. Fashion is a powerful means of self-expression, and sophisticated vintage evening dresses and gowns by our favorite couturier play no small role in making us feel wonderful but, perhaps more importantly, making us feel like ourselves.

In the 16th century, dresses and gowns were so important that England's Queen Elizabeth I defined rules about what dresses women could wear — guidance included long skirts and fitted bodices. Forward-thinking designers have responded to this history.

Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel reimagined traditionally masculine garments for feminine shapes, and her elegant evening dresses and gowns promoted comfort and grace in women’s wear that had been dominated in the previous century by layers of fabric. Christian Dior's gowns celebrated luxury and femininity in the late 1940s — and gave to women the gift of glamour they’d lost in the miserable years of the war. French fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent introduced innovative and highly coveted dress designs in the 1960s while at the same time challenging sexist stereotypes about which members of society could wear tuxedos.

Works by unconventional British designer John Galliano — featured in houses like Givenchy and Dior — redefined limits that dressmakers faced in terms of material, construction and vision during the late 20th century. From his embroidered absinthe-green Oscars gown for actress Nicole Kidman to the iconic sleeveless Dior newspaper dress that Sex and the City’s Carrie Bradshaw made famous, Galliano’s intricate and multifaceted work is reliably collectible and newsworthy

Today’s designers target an increasingly broad audience with their boundary-crossing work, and their tendency to play off of each other’s ideas means that every walk down the runway is also a walk through an entire history of fashion design and dress craftsmanship.

Whether you gravitate toward backless maxi dresses or silk charmeuse gowns by Alexander McQueen or embellished, ruffled floral-print designs by Chloe or Versace, there is an extraordinary collection of vintage and designer evening dresses and gowns waiting for you on 1stDibs.

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