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Semi Formal Dresses

1990S Black Semi-Sheer Silk Chiffon & Satin 1940S Style Gown
1990S Black Semi-Sheer Silk Chiffon & Satin 1940S Style Gown

1990S Black Semi-Sheer Silk Chiffon & Satin 1940S Style Gown

Located in New York, NY

This gown retains no label, however the amount of hand-finishing points to Haute Couture or custom made quality, fully lined in silk. 1990S Black Semi-Sheer Silk Chiffon & Satin 1940...

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1990s Formal Gowns

1990S Black Semi-Sheer Embroidered Lace Ball Gown With Slight Train
1990S Black Semi-Sheer Embroidered Lace Ball Gown With Slight Train

1990S Black Semi-Sheer Embroidered Lace Ball Gown With Slight Train

Located in New York, NY

This gown retains no label, however the amount of hand-finishing points to Haute Couture or custom made quality, fully lined in silk. 1990S Black Semi-Sheer Embroidered Lace Ball Gow...

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1990s Formal Gowns

1990S Black Semi-Sheer Silk Lace Low Back Gown With Train
1990S Black Semi-Sheer Silk Lace Low Back Gown With Train

1990S Black Semi-Sheer Silk Lace Low Back Gown With Train

Located in New York, NY

This gown retains no label, however the amount of hand-finishing points to Haute Couture or custom made quality, fully lined in silk. 1990S Black Semi-Sheer Silk Lace Low Back Gown W...

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1990s Formal Gowns

1990S Tomato Red Semi-Sheer Silk Chiffon Boat-Neck Sequined Gown
1990S Tomato Red Semi-Sheer Silk Chiffon Boat-Neck Sequined Gown

1990S Tomato Red Semi-Sheer Silk Chiffon Boat-Neck Sequined Gown

Located in New York, NY

This gown retains no label, however the amount of hand-finishing points to Haute Couture or custom made quality, fully lined in silk. 1990S Tomato Red Semi-Sheer Silk Chiffon Boat-Ne...

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1990s Formal Gowns

1990s Ann Demeulemeester Semi-Sheer Black Long Sleeve Draped Waist Gown 38
1990s Ann Demeulemeester Semi-Sheer Black Long Sleeve Draped Waist Gown 38

1990s Ann Demeulemeester Semi-Sheer Black Long Sleeve Draped Waist Gown 38

By Ann Demeulemeester

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This Ann Demeulemeester gown from the 1990s is cut in a floor-length, form-fitting silhouette in black knit. Very lightly sheer, it features long sleeves with subtle ruching at the h...

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1990s Belgian Formal Gowns

1980s Valentino Black Velvet & Ivory Satin Dress w Fab Rhinestone Feathers
1980s Valentino Black Velvet & Ivory Satin Dress w Fab Rhinestone Feathers

1980s Valentino Black Velvet & Ivory Satin Dress w Fab Rhinestone Feathers

By Valentino Garavani, Valentino

Located in Gresham, OR

1980s Valentino Black Velvet & Ivory Satin Dress w Fab Rhinestone Feathers: A stunning tuxedo-inspired silk velvet and Duchess Satin Semi-Formal dress that is perfect for the holiday...

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1980s Italian Cocktail Dresses

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1970s Orange Floral Bias Cut Semi Sheer Dress with Oversized Shawl
1970s Orange Floral Bias Cut Semi Sheer Dress with Oversized Shawl

1970s Orange Floral Bias Cut Semi Sheer Dress with Oversized Shawl

Located in Houston, TX

1970s does 1930s in this sheer floral dress! This beautiful slinky dress is maxi length, with long sleeves, buttoned cuffs, and a jewel neckline. The bias cut of the dress gives it a...

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1970s American Formal Wear

30 Bias Cut Pastel Floral Print Lawn Dress with Slip
30 Bias Cut Pastel Floral Print Lawn Dress with Slip

30 Bias Cut Pastel Floral Print Lawn Dress with Slip

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Structurally strong and very wearable. Great for summer semi-formal events. Please note: The dress is in excellent condition.

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1930s Evening Dresses

Late 1990s Giorgio Armani Semi Sheer Sequin Beaded Beige Sleeveless Gown
Late 1990s Giorgio Armani Semi Sheer Sequin Beaded Beige Sleeveless Gown

Late 1990s Giorgio Armani Semi Sheer Sequin Beaded Beige Sleeveless Gown

By Giorgio Armani

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This beige Giorgio Armani gown from the late 1990s is a beautiful piece adorned with a floral print that sparkles with thousands of meticulously hand-sewn sequins. Its slip-style des...

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1990s Italian Formal Gowns

Men's DRIES VAN NOTEN Size US 10 / EU 43 - White Leather & Canvas Lace Up Shoes
Men's DRIES VAN NOTEN Size US 10 / EU 43 - White Leather & Canvas Lace Up Shoes

Men's DRIES VAN NOTEN Size US 10 / EU 43 - White Leather & Canvas Lace Up Shoes

By Dries van Noten

Located in San Francisco, CA

DRIES VAN NOTEN semi formal dress shoes come in white leather with a canvas apron toe upper, leather lace up panel, and monochromatic white heeled sole.

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21st Century and Contemporary Shoes

Bvlgari Diva's Dream Diamond 18k Rose Gold Flower Pendant Necklace
Bvlgari Diva's Dream Diamond 18k Rose Gold Flower Pendant Necklace

Bvlgari Diva's Dream Diamond 18k Rose Gold Flower Pendant Necklace

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

This chain is secured with a lobster clasp closure. Wear it with a semi-formal, bodycon dress for your next social outing.

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2010s Italian Contemporary More Necklaces

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Diamond, Rose Gold

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Semi Formal Dresses For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our collection of semi formal dresses. Our collection of semi formal dresses includes a variety of colors, spanning brown, red, black and more. If you’re looking for accessories from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find some that date back to the 20th Century while other versions may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many classic iterations of semi formal dresses over the years, but those made by Chloé, Donatella Versace for Gianni Versace and Gianni Versace Couture are often thought to be among the most stylish.

How Much are Semi Formal Dresses?

The prices for semi formal dresses start at $271 and top out at $19,940 with these items, on average, selling for $2,200.

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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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