Sheer Indian Black Silk and Gold Bead Kaftan Coat - M-L, 1980s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Halfway between a kaftan and a maxi coat, this sheer topper makes up in glamour what it lacks in warmth. The repeating floral pattern consists of clear bugle beads that catch and ref...
Green Hooded Silk Sari Jellaba-Inspired Kaftan w Gold Thread, Morocco-M, 1970s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Hand-made in Morocco from an Indian silk sari, this kaftan was originally owned by the wife of a State Department ensign in the Nixon administration, and is rare for its hooded const...
1970s Indian Multi Color Embroidered Kaftan Ensemble
Located in Houston, TX
Three gorgeous stand alone pieces or one combined work of art! Wear is its individual pieces or become the artwork! Absolutely Beautiful and traditional Indian multi-color three ...
Custom Orange and Gold Indian Kaftan Size Small
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This custom vintage kaftan is composed of an orange knit and is trimmed with metallic gold. There are center front buttons, bell sleeves, and side slits. A very interesting garment i...
1970S Fuchia & White Cotton Blend Indian Paisley Kaftan With Drawstring Waist
Located in New York, NY
1970S Fuchia & White Cotton Blend Indian Paisley Kaftan With Drawstring Waist
MORPHEW COLLECTION Magenta & Beige Indian Sari Silk Butterfly Sleeve Kaftan Dre
Located in New York, NY
MORPHEW COLLECTION Magenta & Beige Indian Sari Silk Butterfly Sleeve Kaftan Dress With Gold Embroidery MORPHEW COLLECTION is made entirely by hand in our NYC Ateliér of rare antique ...
1970'S Orange & Blue Cotton Voile Indian Embroidered Tie Dye Kaftan Dress
Located in New York, NY
1970'S Orange & Blue Cotton Voile Indian Embroidered Tie Dye Kaftan Dress
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Size: Equivalent size 38 France
An Indian Painted Chintz Kaftan Dress From a Tree of Life Hanging Circa 1830
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1900 for the Cut Circa 1820/1850 for the fabric India for Fashion in the West Amazing kaftan dress made in a Palempore from the Indies in Painted cotton Chintz. Beautiful tre...
Indian Hand Block Print Cotton Kaftan with Leather Macrame and Wood Bead Trim
Located in Gresham, OR
This Indian cotton print Kaftan is ready for any Summer resort get-away.
Amazing 1970s Purple, Blue and Gold Raw Silk Indian Inspired 70s Kaftan Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible 1970s raw silk Indian inspired caftan maxi dress! Features the softest silk ever, with gold silk embroidery throughout.
1970s Vintage 100% Silk Hand Block Printed Indian Caftan Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Stunning vintage hand block printed caftan maxi dress in 100% silk. Gorgeous Indian print and bat wing sleeves. Free size will fit XS-XL. No closure, pulls on. Unlined.
1970s Vintage Sheer Cotton Gauze Indian Blue Block Print Hippie Boho Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Paper thin vintage 1970s cotton gauze dress in a blue floral Indian block print. Unlined with front tie closure. High low hem. The marked size is small. 100% cotton. The bust measure...
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Size: Small-Medium
Ritu Kumar for Judith Ann 1970s Vintage 100% Silk Indian Hand-Block Print Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Absolutely stunning Ritu Kumar for Judith Ann 1970s vintage Indian hand block printed 100% silk dress and sash. Unlined with front hook closure at neckline, button and snap closure a...
Vintage Metal Waist Belt Indian 70s Flower Floral Brass Copper 1970
Located in Berlin, BE
Perfect to wear with Indian dresses and Kaftans. Adjustable size, easy to wear and not heavy.
Vintage 1970 Zandra Rhodes Hand-Painted 'Indian Feathers' Sheer Silk Dress Set
By Dame Zandra Rhodes
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
As shown, a model wears the 'Indian feather sunspray' kaftan in this shoot for Japanese fashion magazine Anan in late 1971.
Vintage 1970s Indian Cotton Maxi Kaftan Dress with Pointed Angel Sleeves
Located in Doncaster, South Yorkshire
A beautiful vintage bohemian maxi caftan dress with a loose flowing fit from the 70s with a striking Indian floral block print throughout a medium weight cotton with pointed sleeves ...
Treacy Lowe Print Chiffon Silk 1970s Indian Caftan
By Treacy Lowe
Located in US
Treacy Lowe caftan featured in dusty rose and subtle multicolored print throughout a delicate silk chiffon. Caftan has short sleeves with a cape layered over the shoulders, back zipp...
1970's Vintage Sultana by Adini Printed Boho Indian Caftan Dress
By Sultana
Located in US
Sultana vintage Boho Indian caftan dress featured in a light blue and lavender with silver metallic threading, three buttons at the bust, and asymmetric cut sleeves. Dress is compose...
Vintage 1970s Indian Cotton Gauze Block Print Dress with Balloon Sleeves
Located in Doncaster, South Yorkshire
A stunning vintage and highly collectable vintage Indian dress from the 70s in a fine cotton gauze which is so floaty has a just the right amount of sheerness when the sun hits the s...
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Size: Fits like S-M
Phool Vintage Indian Cotton Smock Floral Block Print & Gold Paint Dress, 1970s
Located in Doncaster, South Yorkshire
Phool Vintage Indian Cotton Smock Floral Block Print & Gold Paint Dress, 1970s Estimated Size: Best fits a women's Small to Medium due to loose, smock fit. Bust - up to 40” / 1...
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Size: Fits like S-M
Phool Vintage Indian Cotton Smock Floral Block Print & Gold Paint Dress, 1970s
Located in Doncaster, South Yorkshire
Phool Vintage Indian Cotton Smock Floral Block Print & Gold Paint Dress, 1970s Estimated Size: Best fits a women's Small to Medium due to loose, smock fit. Bust - up to 40” / 1...
1980S MICHAEL NOVARESE Black Haute Couture Silk Taffeta Duster Covered In Excep
By Michael Novarese
Located in New York, NY
1980S MICHAEL NOVARESE Black Haute Couture Silk Taffeta Duster Covered In Exceptional Embroidery & Beaded Gold Work
Vintage Moroccan Kaftan Turquoise Gold Floral Gown, 1970s
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Elegant Moroccan caftan in turquoise and gold floral lame metallic and embroidered trim, circa 1970s. This long maxi dress kaftan is embroidered and embellished entirely by hand. It’...
Vintage Oscar de la Renta Black + Gold Tunic w/ Dolman Sleeves
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage Oscar de la Renta black and gold tunic! Features incredible dolman sleeves, with gold piping at bust folds, and at cuffs. Snaps up the front, with two vents at each...
Vintage Moroccan Kaftan Maxi Dress in Turquoise with Silver Embroidery
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Elegant Moroccan caftan in turquoise blue and silver metallic embroidered trim and front. This long maxi dress kaftan is embroidered and embellished entirely by hand. It’s crafted in...
Vintage Moroccan Kaftan Green Maxi Dress circa 1970 Size L
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Elegant vintage Moroccan green caftan, poly jersey embroidered with black and gold threads design all-over. You could wear this maxi dress kaftan closed or open like a coat. The ka...
1970s Vintage Moroccan Caftan Lime Green Gold Floral Brocade Gown
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Elegant Moroccan caftan lime green and silver and gold lame metallic floral brocade, circa 1970s. It’s crafted in Morocco and tailored for a relaxed fit with wide sleeves This long m...
1980 Schiaparelli Black & Gold Woodgrain Velvet Side Tie Opera Coat or Dress
By Schiaparelli
Located in Gresham, OR
A 1980s Schiaparelli label, black and gold lame "woodgrained" velvet opera coat-dress with a side faux bow tie closure at neckline. Unlined with interior bias tape finished seams. A ...
1970s Moroccan Black + Gold Metal Embroidered Vintage 70s Caftan Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing 1970s black crepe Moroccan long sleeve kaftan maxi dress! Features meticulously embrodiered gold metal throughout. Chic bell /angel sleeved have just the right amount of flar...
1960s Nat Kaplan 2-Piece Gold & Emerald Brocade A-Line Gown & Matching Coat
By Nat Kaplan
Located in Gresham, OR
1960s Nat Kaplan 2-Piece Gold & Emerald Brocade A-Line Gown & Matching Coat: Princess darting with jeweled buttons and lined in emerald for a dose of color. A long, lean silhouette ...
$1,950
Size: none; compare to size med-large
Black Silk Velvet Gold Bouillon Beaded Opera Coat w Blue Silk Lining-S-M, 1920s
Located in Tucson, AZ
A spectacle of a coat no matter the decade, this extraordinary piece is in such pristine condition and relevant style that it could have walked off this year’s runway. The masterful ...
Vintage Moroccan Caftan, Black and Gold Embroidered, ca. 1960s
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Amazing vintage Moroccan Caftan, black silk damask heavily with gold threads. Circa 1960's The black heavy damask kaftan was entirely made by hand, fully lined. One of a kind evening...
1960s Jean Louis Deep Moss Green Silk Gown W/ Hand Painted Caftan Sleeves
By Jean Louis
Located in Gresham, OR
1960s Jean Louis deep moss green silk gown with hand-painted chiffon kaftan overlay. Gathered, piped cuffs. Zippered black. Coordinating silk crepe lining.
$1,200Sale Price|20% Off
H 55 in W 18.5 in
Vintage Moroccan Bindalli Caftan in Emerald Green Velvet, 1970s
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage Moroccan Bindalli Caftan in Emerald Green Velvet with Ottoman Gold Embroidery and Beadwork, Circa 1970s–1980s An exceptional vintage Moroccan Bindalli-style caftan, handcraf...
$680Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Moroccan Turquoise Metallic Floral Brocade Caftan, circa 1970s
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
An opulent vintage Moroccan caftan, handcrafted in Morocco circa the 1970s from luminous turquoise-blue metallic brocade. The richly woven fabric displays oversized floral bouquets ...
1930s Black Silk Velvet Dressing Gown With Gold-Tone Stud Embellishment
Located in Gresham, OR
1930s Black Silk Velvet Dressing Gown w Gold-Tone Stud Embellishment : The ultimate in Hollywood boudoir style! Dramatic bishop sleeves in a super fluid silk velvet with 3 original e...
HAUTE COUTURE INT'L Gold and Black Beaded Gown with Opera Coat Size 6
By HAUTE COUTURE INT'L
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Haute Couture Int'l ensemble is composed of a beaded silk with floral motif in gold and black. The gown features a center back zipper and belt. The coat is a n open style with ...
$695
Size: none; comparable to size M
Yellow Crochet 2-Piece Sun Suit w Strapless Bustier and Circle Skirt - M, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Just the ticket for your summer in the South of France (along with espadrilles and a friend with a yacht). We love it with a cardigan slung over the shoulders, but try the skirt lay...
Silk Guipure Lace Exquisite 1930s Jacket Top
Located in Water Mill, NY
An intricate, stunning, vintage beige silk lace jacket, bolero, shrug, vest in varying stitches and patterns of flowers and petals- very elaborate. The shoulders are extended forming...
NWT 1990s Thomas Steinbruck Size 12 Black Gray Ombre Silk Vintage 90s Gown Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning brand new with original Bergdorf Goodman store tags still attached 1990s THOMAS STEINBRUCK black and grey silk evening gown! This rare find is so flattering on. Deep plungin...
Vintage Alexander McQueen Bat Wing Knit Top
By Alexander McQueen
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
The Vintage Alexander McQueen Bat Wing Knit Top would be an exciting addition to any wardrobe, especially for someone who enjoys pieces that combine boldness, sophistication, and art...
$1,036Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 10
1990s Bob Mackie Size 10 Black Crepe Sexy 90s Vintage High Slit Evening Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy, yet sophisticated 1990s BOB MACKIE black crepe bodycon evening dress! Features an elegant sweetheart neckline, with satin trim. Figure flattering silhouette that hugs the body ...
$2,250
Size: Small - Small Medium
1960s House of Bianchi Demi Couture Turquoise Blue Silk Brocade Vintage 60s Gown
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous early 60s HOUSE OF BIANCHI turquoise blue silk brocade short sleeve gown / dress ! Features a vibrant turquoise blue silk with lighter green / blue flower brocade throughout...
Thierry Mugler Silk Dress with Cut outs
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Water Mill, NY
A stunning brilliant yellow green silk bodycon dress from Thierry Mugler. It has short sleeves and is semi fitted through to the asymmetric hemline. The upper chest, upper back and ...
Rare Archival Thierry Mugler Goddess Gown 1979 Eveing Dress
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Stunning extremely rare Thierry Mugler Goddess Gown from one of his earliest Collections ca.1979. A masterful embodiment of ethereal elegance and avant-garde artistry. The dress cas...
$1,383Sale Price|25% Off
Size: 39.5
New Manolo Blahnik $2, 900 Size 39.5 Genuine Alligator Olive Green Heels Sandals
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in San Diego, CA
Brand new early 2000s Manolo Blahnik genuine alligator olive green high heel sandals ! Never worn (besides one photo shoot with tape on the soles), and retailed for $2,900 at Neiman ...
$2,795
Size: Small / Medium
Vintage Bob Mackie 1980s Plunge Low Back 80s Long Sleeve Evening Nightgown Dress
By Bob Mackie
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy vintage 1980s BOB MACKIE for SAKS 5th AVENUE black and white plunging low back evening nightgown or evening gown! Features a sheer black and white mesh bodice, back and sleeves....
$2,450
Size: 42 / US 6
1990s Dolce & Gabbana D&G Black Plunging Sexy Beaded Sleeveless Vintage 90s Gown
By D&G by DOLCE & GABBANA, Dolce & Gabbana
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy late 90s DOLCE & GABBANA D&G black rayon jersey plunging beaded / sequin evening gown ! Features multiple layers of soft stretch jersey. Iridescent sequins and beads hand-sewn a...
1980s UNGARO cobalt blue silk brocade mermaid gown
By Emanuel Ungaro
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Beautiful Ungaro mermaid gown in black and cobalt silk lamé. Inspired by the finest 1950's French tradition, it has a fully boned corset and layers of bias cut ruffles to the floor....
Vintage Nina Ricci Couture 1980s Avant Garde Polka Dot Silk Taffeta Evening Gown
By Nina Ricci
Located in San Diego, CA
Sensational vintage 1980s NINA RICCI Couture for NEIMAN MARCUS polka dot Avant Garde silk taffeta sleeveless evening gown! Features a black and white polka dot body, with lipstick re...
Gianni Versace Couture Floral \Dress 2002 Fit and flare
By Versace
Located in Wallkill, NY
Details, Details on this Fabulous Gianni Versace Dress. Each side features a slit with Brass buttons, some are faux and others are usable. The sleeves as well have the same detailing...
Alexander McQueen black low plunge evening dress, fw 1998
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
Alexander McQueen black evening maxi dress with draped low plunge neckline. Fall-Winter 1998
F/W 1989 Donna Karan Navy Blue Stretch Wool Slit Long Sleeve Midi Dress 10
By Donna Karan
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Donna Karan navy blue stretch wool midi dress debuted on the Fall/Winter 1989 runway. This elegant design showcases a body-skimming silhouette with long sleeves and a high side ...
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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