Vintage 1980s Emerald Sequin Peplum Dress
Para | 1980s Teal Sequin Peplum Dress
Drenched in shimmering teal sequins from neckline to hem, this breathtaking vintage Para dress was made for grand entrances and unforgettable exits. The color shifts beautifully between deep teal and emerald as it catches the light, giving the entire dress a luminous, almost liquid appearance.
The silhouette is pure 1980s glamour: structured shoulders, elegant dolman sleeves, a sculpted peplum waist and a sleek midi-length skirt that creates a dramatic hourglass shape. Despite all that sparkle, the stretch construction keeps it surprisingly wearable.
Even more impressive, this piece appears to have been carefully tucked away for decades. With no missing sequins noted and exceptional condition throughout, it presents as though it may have seen little to no wear.
Why We Love It
Because this is exactly what great 1980s eveningwear should be—bold, glamorous and completely unapologetic. The architectural shoulders and peplum give the dress extraordinary shape, while the dense teal sequins make it impossible to disappear into a room. It needs very little styling: heels, a great earring and confidence.
Details
- Designer: Para
- Era: Circa 1980s
- Vintage size: 4
- Teal/emerald iridescent sequins
- Fully sequined construction
- Structured shoulder pads
- Dolman sleeves
- Sculpted peplum waist
- Midi-length skirt
- Stretch fabric for comfort and fit
- No missing sequins noted
Measurements
- Shoulders: Approx. 16"
- Pit to pit: 15"
- Waist: 14"
- Hips: 17"
- Length: 42"
Measurements are taken flat and are approximate.
Condition - Excellent Vintage Condition
No missing sequins noted. The dress appears remarkably well preserved and may have seen very little wear.
Collector’s Notes
The 1980s embraced evening dressing as spectacle, and sequins became one of the decade’s defining materials. But what makes this dress especially compelling is not simply the sparkle—it is the construction beneath it. The exaggerated shoulder line, tightly defined waist and peplum create the powerful, sculptural silhouette that made 1980s fashion so instantly recognizable.