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What is the meaning of gown?

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What is the meaning of gown?
The meaning of gown is a long dress typically worn for formal occasions. A traditional gown usually has a fitted bodice and a full, flowing skirt. However, contemporary designers create gowns in a wide range of silhouettes. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of gowns from some of the world's top boutiques.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
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Resort 1982 Halston Rainbow Hand-Beaded Fringe High-Low Gown
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Resort 1982 Halston rainbow hand-beaded fringe high-low gown. Sleeveless 100% Silk high-low chiffon fringe hand-embellished fringe dress with spectacular movement throughout. Center ...
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1980s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Resort 2008 Christian Dior White Strapless Gown with Glass Embellished Bust
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Resort 2008 Christian Dior by John Galliano embroidered white strapless gown with glass beaded embellishments. Fitted strapless mermaid style gown with moderate train, featuring silv...
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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

vintage 1960s Lace Wedding dress
Located in COLLINGWOOD, AU
Gorgeous vintage 1960s guipure daisy lace Wedding dress in white. Features sheer chiffon panel and gathered sleeve with buttons and beauiful back train. Size small.
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1960s Australian Wedding Dresses

Christian Dior by John Galliano Floral Printed Bias-cut Silk Dress
Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH
This stunning full-on maxi dress by Christian Dior features a vibrant multi-color floral print on luxurious 100% silk. Designed with a high slit at the side, this dress is fully line...
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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

S/S 2005 Christian Dior by Galliano Ecru Geometric Embellished Bias Cut Gown
Located in North Hollywood, CA
S/S 2005 Christian Dior by John Galliano ecru geometric floral embellished bias cut gown. Sleeveless scoop neck gown with light silver-gray geometric f...
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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

F/W 2006 Runway Velvet Print Gown
Located in London, GB
Christian Dior Fall Winter 2006 gown, as seen on the runway. Features skinny straps, one sided mesh shoulder panel, ruffling detail running asymmetrically down the dress, velvet body...
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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

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