Vintage Dresses UK - 1940s Dresses

1940s Dresses for Sale | A Great Range of Size 12 Vintage Dresses | Vintage Day Dresses by Mail Order

The 1940s were a contrasting time in terms of fashion, and the 1940s dress is available in a wealth of styles. The world looked to the Hollywood for a fix of escapism, whilst war was raging in the rest of the world. The result is a pretty diverse range of couture, from 1940s dresses made from the finest silks and satin to homemade versions carefully constructed from materials sourced locally – even from parachutes!

When you buy a dress from the 1940s era, you not only get a timeless classic to add to your wardrobe. Each one of these dresses really is a snippet of history.

1940s dresses come in a wide range of styles and there are some wonderful examples available on the market today. From the 1940s day dress to ball gowns - even bridal wear, there really is something for everyone.

Dresses from the 1940s make a great investment. They are generally pretty affordable and, if cared for correctly, can only grow in value as they become scarcer and scarcer as the years go by.

Hemlines shortened dramatically in comparison with just ten years earlier and towards the end of the 1920s. 1940s dresses would have been considered very risqué indeed during that era, and probably raised an eyebrow or two with the old folk! When we think of the 1940s dress, we tend to think of the screen sirens drenched in satins and plush velvets. There are, however, an incredible range on the market. The penchant for floor length evening gowns has never gone out of fashion over the decades and there are some wonderful examples from this era. We are delighted to present a fantastic range of dresses from the 1940s available on eBay today. Just scroll down to take a look.