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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

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

1980s Helga Howie Op - Art Vintage Drop Waist ' Heart ' Print Colorful Dress
By Helga, Helga Howie
Located in San Diego, CA
drop waist, with knife pleats at the hem of the skirt. Full bishop sleeves. Hidden zipper up the back
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1980s American Sheath Dresses

RENEE HELGA HOWIE c.1980s Multicolor Floral Print Drop Waist Short Sleeve Dress
Located in Thiensville, WI
Brand / Manufacturer: Renee Helga Howie Circa: 1980s Style: Drop waist knee-length dress Color(s
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1980s American Casual 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

1980's Mila Schon Linen Day Dress
By Mila Schon
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1980s Mila Schon linen summer day dress. Black with bright multi colour vertical and horizontal
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1980s American Day 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

1980's MISSONI beach scene printed cotton dress
By Missoni
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Colorful, beach scene-printed, cotton-jersey dress from Missoni dating to the 1980's. Labeled an
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1980s Italian Day Dresses

vintage COMME DES GARCONS 1980's black velvet asymmetric dropped armhole dress S
By Comme des Garçons
Located in Hong Kong, NT
vintage COMME DES GARCONS 1980's black velvet asymmetric dropped armhole dress S Reference: CRTI
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1980s Cocktail Dresses

1970s Swiss Dot and Chantilly Lace Dropped Waist Dress
Located in London, GB
This dress is a great example of a 1970/1980s version of an early 1920s dress, with the classic
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1970s British Wedding Dresses

Diane Freis 1980s Dress
By Diane Freis
Located in New York, NY
1980s Diane Freis Drop Waist Tiered Printed Dress with Bishop Sleeves and Ruffled Neckline. Like
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1980s Day Dresses

1980s dress by Christina Strambolia
By Christina Strambolia
Located in London, GB
has a white background, with blue and black circles, drop waist, flared skirt and loose collar.
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1980s Unknown Day Dresses

1980s Tori Richard Floral Stripe Dress
By Tori Richard
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The most adorable 1980s dress from Honolulu designer Tori Richard! Made of a pink and white floral
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1980s American Day Dresses

Bob Mackie 1980s Vintage Black Lace & Sequins Illusion Dress w Paper Bag Waist
By Bob Mackie
Located in Portland, OR
This is a stunning Bob Mackie vintage black evening dress from the 1980's. The illusion lace bodice
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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

Early 1980s Yves Saint Laurent Silk Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Port Hope, ON
. The dress also features a dropped waist look and a ruffle. The sleeves have a zip at the cuffs and
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1980s French Day Dresses

1980s Karl Lagerfeld Tropical Abstract Print Dress
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Interesting Karl Lagerfeld abstract brush stroke, tropical print dress from the 1980s. Mix of
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1980s French Day Dresses

1980s Guy Laroche Black Wool and Silk Taffeta Dress
By Guy Laroche
Located in London, GB
the 1980s. Crafted from 100% fine, soft wool, the dress features a rounded neckline and long sleeves
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1980s French Mini Dress

Laura Ashley Floral Dress, 1980s
By Laura Ashley
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Laura Ashley Floral Dress: Collectors, take note: this 1980s floral dress is classic Laura
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1980s English Aesthetic Day Dresses

1980's Zandra Rhodes Pink Silk Chiffon Dress with Pearls
By Zandra Rhodes
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Stunning 1980's Zandra Rhodes light pink and cream hand painted silk chiffon dress. Sheer fabric on
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1980s British Cocktail Dresses

1980s Pink Lace Layered Slip & Long Sleeve Dress
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
-loving fashion of the '80s. The drop-waist design of the dress is a quintessential '80s style element
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1980s Day 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

Albert Nipon Navy Blue Silk Organza Evening Dress With Gold Bows, 1980's
By Albert Nipon
Located in Atlanta, GA
1980's Albert Nipon navy blue silk organza evening dress with bands of gold accented by bows. The
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1980s American Evening Dresses

vintage COMME DES GARCONS 1980's mock neck asymmetric peplum midi dress M
By Comme des Garçons
Located in Hong Kong, NT
vintage COMME DES GARCONS 1980's mock neck asymmetric peplum midi dress M Reference: CRTI/A00603
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1980s Cocktail Dresses

ROMEO GIGLI c.1980's Black Wool Knit Avant Garde Stalagmite Sheath Dress
By Romeo Gigli
Located in Thiensville, WI
Vintage Romeo Gigli c.1980's black wool knit sheath dress. Extra long sleeves. Drop shoulder. Built
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1980s Italian Sheath Dresses

Mignon Sequin and Tulle Dress 1980s
By Mignon
Located in Water Mill, NY
shoulders and a drop waist with points all covered in black sequins. The full skirt is comprised of
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1980s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1980s Norma Kamali Victorian Inspired Black Dress
By Norma Kamali
Located in Portland, OR
This is a sensational vintage 1980's Norma Kamali dress in a beautiful black satin taffeta. Norma
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1980s American Evening Dresses

Marimekko Vintage 1980s 80s Textile Print Color Block Avant Garde Batwing Dress
By Marimekko
Located in Sparks, NV
Colorful geometric screen printed avant garde dress by Finnish textile designer Marimekko. Drop
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1980s Day Dresses

Pauline Trigere 1980s Silk Chiffon Ruffle Dress
By Pauline Trigère
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
long sleeves and drop waist adorned with ruffles on both the hem and sleeves. The back features a
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1980s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Diane Fres Ruffled Butterfly Georgette Floral Pink dress 1980s
Located in Wallkill, NY
Lovely 1980s Diane Frès Butterfly Georgette Floral Dress. Drop elastic waist, pockets and tassels
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1980s Hong Kong Casual Dresses

Pierre Cardin Avant Garde Black Cut Out Cage Cold Shoulder Tunic Dress, 1980s
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Sparks, NV
Unique vintage black avant garde dress by Pierre Cardin from the 1980s. Unlined with no closure
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1980s French Day Dresses

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

Yves Saint Laurent 1980s Purple Pink Blue Wool Challis 2pc Dress Skirt & Blouse
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Portland, OR
Laurent used this fabric in many of his blouses and dresses and it is a perfect lightweight wool. This
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1980s European Day Dresses

1980s CSandra Gold Lamé Cocktail Dress
Located in Toronto, Ontario
The ultimate 1980s cocktail/party dress by CSandra. Spotted gold lamé sleeves, bust and skirt with
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1980s French Chinese Dresses

Leather Suede Sequin Black Dress 1980s
Located in Wallkill, NY
1980s Black Leather, lace and sequins. Drop waist-ed Dress. Hand-sewn beading and it zips up the
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1980s American Informal Dresses

COMME DES GARCONS Vintage 1980s acetate nylon draped handkerchief dress M
By Comme des Garçons
Located in Hong Kong, NT
COMME DES GARCONS Vintage 1980s acetate nylon draped handkerchief dress M Reference: CRTI/A00572
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21st Century and Contemporary Maxi Dresses

Strapless Zandra Rhodes Party Dress 1980s
By Zandra Rhodes
Located in London, GB
strapless with gathering and a v neckline with frill. The dress has a drop waist with a gathered skirt with
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1980s British Cocktail Dresses

1980s Caroline Charles Silk Velvet Polka Dot Dress
By Caroline Charles
Located in London, GB
finished with the same purple edge as the neckline. The dress has a slightly dropped waist (as was common
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1980s British Evening Dresses

1980s Victor Costa Black Stapless Lace and Tulle Dress
By Victor Costa
Located in San Francisco, CA
1980s Victor Costa Black Strapless Lace and Tulle Dress. Black strapless floral lace dress with
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1980s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vicky Tiel 1980s Silk Strapless High Low Bustier Dress
By Vicky Tiel
Located in Water Mill, NY
A great pink silk high low dress from Vicky Tiel. It has a drop waist horizontally ruched boned
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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

1980s Louis Feraud Orange Silk Crepe Dress
By Louis Feraud
Located in London, GB
This late 1980s Louis Feraud silk crepe creation is a fabulous statement dress and very elegant. It
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1980s German Cocktail Dresses

1980's Bill Blass Off the Shoulder Tri-Color Gown
By Bill Blass
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Sophisticated Bill Blass tri-color gown off the shoulder gown that dates from the 1980's. Upper
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1980s American Evening Gowns

Vintage Richilene Leopard and Zebra Print 1980s does 1920s Flapper Style Dress
By Richard and Ilene for Richilene, Richilene
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic vintage RICHILENE animal print silk drop waist 80s does 20s flapper style dress! Features
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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

Ted Lapidus Dress Boutique Haute Couture Paris Vintage -36 1980s XS-S
By Ted Lapidus Boutique
Located in Wallkill, NY
Lovely Wool blend Ted Lapidus Multi Colored (what feels like a wool / mohair blend) Dress. Has a
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1980s French Casual Dresses

Fabulous Vintage Galanos Polka Dot Silk Pleated Belted Dress, 1980s
By Galanos, James Galanos
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Albert Museum. From the 1980’s, this beautifully made dress is a fine example of Galanos’s work. Done in
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1980s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Betsey Johnson Punk Label Gray Jersey Mock-Neck Princess Midi Dress – M, 1980s
By Betsey Johnson
Located in Tucson, AZ
micro-stripe. Long-sleeved midi dress with mock turtleneck and dropped shoulders; dropped “U-line
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1980s American Informal 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

COMME DES GARCONS 1980s Vintage draped cut out detail scoop neck midi dress M
By Comme des Garçons
Located in Hong Kong, NT
COMME DES GARCONS 1980s Vintage draped cut out detail scoop neck midi dress M Reference: CRTI
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1980s Casual Dresses

Superb 1980s Vicky Tiel Couture Metallic Gold Lame Dress with Bolero (38)
By Vicky Tiel
Located in Port Hope, ON
Outstanding piece in excellent condition. The dress is boned to the waist and has a an inset bra
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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

1980s Capriccio Gold Sequin Embellished Dress, Shawl & Belt Set
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
, Shawl & Belt Set. The incredible drop-waist midi dress is the centerpiece of the ensemble. Its unique
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1980s Dress and Coat Ensembles

1980s Textured Gold Strapless Vintage Dress W Tulle underskirt & Ruched Bodice
Located in Portland, OR
This is a fun vintage textured gold lurex strapless cocktail or party dress from the 1980's. The
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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

1980 Arnold Scaasi Black Silk Satin Cocktail Dress W/ Rhinestone Decoration
By Arnold Scaasi
Located in Gresham, OR
1980s Arnold Scaasi black silk satin cocktail dress with delicate rhinestone line-traced
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1980s American Mini Dress

1980s Vicky Tiel "Sara" Couture Metallic Gold Lame Dress with Bolero (38) As New
By Vicky Tiel
Located in Port Hope, ON
Outstanding piece in excellent condition. The dress is boned to the waist and has a an inset bra
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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

1980s Angelo Tarlazzi Black and Ivory Wool Dolman Sleeve 80s Sweater Dress
By Angelo Tarlazzi
Located in San Diego, CA
and stretches to fit. Slouchy fit with a drop waist that you can pull up. The perfect little black
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1980s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Jean-Louis Scherrer Paris Boutique Silk Fauvist Floral Dress
By Jean-Louis Scherrer
Located in Sharon, CT
Offering a 1980's Scherrer floral printed silk dress, drawn in a loosely Dufy Fauvist manner
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1980s French Day Dresses

Victor Costa for Saks Fifth Avenue Strapless Cocktail Dress Abstract Print 1980s
By Victor Costa for Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
. This Victor Costa dress features a ruched bodice and a dropped waistline and a layered skirt. Would
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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

Louis Féraud 1980s Black Velvet And Wool Cocktail Dress With Rhinestone Buttons
By Louis Feraud
Located in Munich, DE
fixed at the waist line and closes on the left side with six rhinestone buttons. The dress is labeled
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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

1980s Oleg Cassini Size 14 / 16 Purple Beaded Silk Chiffon Vintage 80s Dress
By Oleg Cassini, Black Tie by Oleg Cassini
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage 80s OLEG CASSINI purple beaded silk chiffon drop waist handkerchief hem sequins
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1980s Cocktail Dresses

Vintage Jill Richards 1980s For Saks Fifth Avenue Red Avant Garde Silk Dress
By Saks Fifth Avenue, Jill Richards
Located in San Diego, CA
drop waist. Couture quality, with hand finished work. Looks absolutely amazing on!!! In great, unworn
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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

Victor Costa for Bergdorf Goodman Open Back Cocktail Dress with Tule Skirt 1980s
By Victor Costa
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Vintage Victor Costa for Bergdorf Goodman dress with an open back, dropped waist and full tule
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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

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1980s Drop Waist Dress For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate vintage or contemporary 1980s drop waist dress for your needs in our varied inventory. If you’re looking for an option in Black and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in Gray, Pink and more. Making an accessory such as this has likely been a part of the legacy of many fashion designers, but those produced by Chanel, Arnold Scaasi and Escada are consistently popular.

How Much is a 1980s Drop Waist Dress?

The price for a 1980s drop waist dress starts at $259 and tops out at $2,200, and on average, selling for $602.

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Questions About 1980s Drop Waist Dress
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    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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