1980s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Bodice can be worn separately from gown. Exceptional construction and hand finishing, fully lined in silk taffeta. 1980 VALENTINO Black Silk Tulle Couture Quality Gown With Lace And ...

Yves Saint Laurent 1980s Black Off-the-Shoulder Lace Bustier Dress Circa 1980s Rive Gauche line Black/Brown Sweetheart neckline Off-the-shoulder sheer balloon sleeves Bustier with l...

For a formal special event, this 1980s maxi dress sleeveless gown by American designer Victor Costa features glamorous glossy red satin that is gathered, ruched and topstitched in bo...

This exuberant 1980s to early 1990s evening dress is by Arnold Scaasi and is made to couture standards. It is from his most exclusive range which was only available in his New York ...

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent silk dress with a checkered belt Fastens with a zipper on the back Period – 1980s Size – FR38 / S, refer ...

Illuminate the Night with the 1980s Black Metallic Gold Velvet Lace Dress! The dress is crafted from a unique black velvet lace fabric, adding a to...

1980S BOB MACKIE Black Beaded Silk Chiffon Long Sleeve Gown With Fringe

Circa 1985 France Jeanne Lanvin summer dress in cream satin prints with patterns of roses in shades of pink, purple, coral and khaki. Straight collar, ruffle sleeve and removable cu...

This vintage 1980s floral party dress is pure feminine fun. The black background on this floral print is my preferred way to wear florals in the cold-weather months. Classic 1980s pu...

This timeless quintessential corseted, shirred, ruched and topstitched "little black dress" produced by Victor Costa in the 1980s was made for the high standards of New York's trendsetting Bergdorf Goodman when it was the first U.S. luxury department store to order exclusive special-occasion dresses from this Texas designer and subsequently to give him a namesake in-store boutique. He soon became associated with the feminine glamorous gowns worn by "PYT" (Costa-speak for pretty young things) on the Dallas-based television-series "Dynasty", which idealized a status-conscious Texas woman mostly via fashion. With a strapless curvaceous sweetheart neckline (spared from '80s shoulder pads!), narrow sinuous folds of crepe silk-blend jersey cross diagonally below the decollete, while contrasting vertical ruching defines the seven bones of the invisible corset structure that is fully lined on the interior. Under the bust in front below the empire-like peaked high waist, the fitted tucked underlay of the cocktail dress wraps around the back to end as an overlay in front, where the opening on the left side extends to the bodice like a discreet slit. The freely hanging bias-cut overlay in front is gathered underneath each breast for a forgiving central drape that adds additional curves to make the wearer's torso underneath appear in sleek condition despite a potentially less than ideal figure. The dress closes with a concealed zipper in the center of the back, with exterior hook-and-eye fastening to narrow the waist. There is a second concealed hook-and-eye fastener at the top of the zipper. Although the only remaining tag is the Costa/Bergdorf label, it is a contemporary U.S.-size 8, which will also suit a large-busted size 6 or a svelte size 10. Now 88 years old, Victor Costa (b.1935) became widely known by the 1980s in The States for perfecting affordable luxurious gowns that could be mistaken for one-of-a-kind flamboyant designs by foreign couturiers Christian Lacroix, Arnold Scaasi, Oscar de la Renta or Valentino Garavani. Early on, the avid female sketcher...

Trapeze dress by André Courrèges! White logo on the front. Square neck. Iconic Courrèges look! 2 huge front pockets. There is a matching jakcet, the jacket is sold separatly! VERY G...

▪ Archival Jean Paul Gaultier Copper Evening Dress and Jacket Ensemble ▪ Spring-Summer 1987 ▪ Sold by One of a Kind Archive ▪ Museum Grade ▪ Figu...

Very rare, black sequined dress from Stephen Sprouse dating to spring of 1988. Labeled a US size 8 however this fits a smaller size (US 4-6 however please look a the measurements). ...

Museum-Worthy 1980s Jean Paul Gaultier Pour Equator Maxi black Dress in lycra, with silk bow, knitted sleeves and tulle skirt. Size 44 IT. Condition: Overall...

Scaasi Dotted Silk Print Bow Dress. This piece combines classic charm with a touch of 80s flair. It features a silhouette accentuating the legs to add a yout...

Yellow draped bustier dress in silk taffetas with bow and black flower. Zip and hook&eye on the middle back. Underwired bra ( 90 cm) Boned on the side. Draped shoulder scarf ( lenght...

Blue silk chiffon cocktail dress with peacock embroideries. Button covered with fabric on the the left side of the waist + one on each cuff and one ...

Valentino - (Made in Italy) Set composed of a semi-transparent skirt with flounces in black Swiss dot tulle and a bustier top with thin straps in black velvet and Swiss dot tulle. No...

By the French designer Isabelle Allard, this 80's evening dress is sure to get you in the mood to party ! Made from metallic silver lace that's ruched throughout to emphasise the clo...

Elegant vintage Céline evening dress, sheath, halter and plunging V-neckline. Wool and nylon blend, black with dark blue highlights. Secret back zipper ...

Azzaro - Long dress with puffy sleeves, composed of velvet and tulle. No composition or size tag, it fits a size 36FR. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensi...

Balmain - (Made in France) Maxi robe Haute Couture avec traine en organza entièrement soutaché de raphia. Applications de fleurs en soie jaune à feuilles baleinée vertes. Etiquette d...

Mob Wife dress if there ever was one! 1980s Escada evening dress which is full glam. The top half is draped silk done in a wrap top effect. On the crepe silk of multiple layers th...

Bill Blass Hot Pink Silk taffeta strapless gown with attached shawl. Vintage from the 1980s. Features back zipper, pleated waist, full skirt and structured strapless bodice with a wr...

A truly sensational and highly coveted Bob Mackie couture ruby-red beaded silk high-low waterfall hem mini dress dating back to his iconic 1984 fall/winter documented collection. As shown, this well documented runway micro-mini was also the choice look for Lee Remick in Stephen Sondheim's Follies! Bob Mackie will definitely go down in history as one of the great American designers. He began his career as a Hollywood costuming sketch...

Jean-Louis Scherrer - Summer set comprised of a calf-length skirt, a blouse, and a wrap halter top. Indicated sizes: Blouse: 40FR //Top 42FR, but the set fits a size 38FR. Additiona...

This dress is quite fabulous! A Louis Feraud from the 1980s, it’s asymmetrically heavily embellished in an abstract mosaic of multiple bead types and saturated jewel tones. Sequins, ...

Black evening dress with beadwork. No fabric tag composition but seems to be crêpe. Zip in the middle back and hook&eye. Cut-work. Split in the middle back, lenght= 6 cm SIZE S/ M

Beautiful vintage 80s wedding dress. Wide short sleeves with applied red flowers embellished with beads. Swarovski applications on the chest and len...

Make an unforgettable entrance wearing this stunning Lillie Rubin sheer black ballgown. The gown has beautiful details. Embellished with a play of textures: gorgeous floral black lace at the bodice, sheer sleeves & neckline and an ethereal black-on-black polka dot, soft tulle floor-length full skirt. This designer evening gown...

Black and purple jacquard silk draped and pleated. No fabric composition tag but main fabric probably silk jacquard and acetate or rayon lining. Shoulder pad. Boned. Draped on the w...

Murray Arbeid Early 1990’s Black Tulle with blue and silver metallic detail through the Gown - Size 8 This late 1980’s or Early 1990’s gown is made of multi layers of tulle and a Bla...

Embrace the epitome of timeless femininity and chic elegance with the Pauline Trigere 1980s Silk Chiffon Ruffle Dress. This black sheer silk...

Amazing vintage one sleeved black asymmetric dress by New York designer Alfred Bosand, circa 1980s. Full skirt with a single puffed sleeve. Very avant-garde in style, even for today! Rhinestones set in prongs create a fun bow design at bust. Dress is beautifully hand finished. Alfred studied at Pratt and The Fashion Academy and designed for several other designers before opening his 57th avenue workshop and showroom, which he maintained through his retirement in 1986. His gowns retailed at Saks Fifth Avenue, Neiman Marcus and other high end boutiques. He dressed many celebrities and created the wardrobes for a decade of Miss Americas through the 1960s. Fabric unknown, feels like a mid-weight silk satin. Skirt lined in a light organza-like fabric to hold shape. Made in USA. Shown on a size 2 dress...

Black sequin cocktail dress. Sequin are stitched on a rayon jersey base. No lining. Zip and hook&eye in the middle back. SIZE M

This Cheongsam-inspired silk wiggle dress is such a beautiful statement. Made in the 1980s by a New York-based label, it features a high mandarin-collar mockneck, and such a svelte s...

Presenting a fabulous chartreuse Oscar de la Renta strapless gown. From the Fall/Winter 1989 collection, this dazzling gown debuted o...

A veritable museum piece, this 1988 Loris Azzaro gown was worn by supermodel Amber Valletta to the ‘Gilded Glamour’ themed 2022 Met Gala where she was fêted as best dressed at the ev...

Fine and rare 1986 'bird dress' by legendary British designer Antony Price who created some of the most exclusive and glamourous evening wear of the 1970s and 1980s. The fabric is a ...

Black sleeveless cocktail dress with beads and sequins embroideries. No fabric tag composition but main fabric is probably crêpe rayon and lining silk chiffon. Zip in the middle bac...

1980s Azzedine Alaia green buttoned-up knitted minidress featuring a fitted silhouette, a short length, front button placket, body yokes. 86%wool, 10% poliamide, 4%elastane In good...

Bellville Sassoon Late 1980’s Black and White Point D’Esprit Gown - Size 8 This late 80’s early 90’s vintage gown is made of a black point d’esprit that is trimmed in white lace. Th...

Indulge in Timeless Elegance with the Yves Saint Laurent 1980s Black Backless Evening Dress! Introducing a sophisticated and chic piece from the 1980s, the Yves Saint Laurent Black B...

A stunning vintage gown by Victor Costa. In a wonderful combination of red satin and black velvet , the gown has a square neckline with some boning in the body, a drop waist with wo...

1980s Victor Costa Watercolor Floral Strapless Dress with Ruffled Skirt A beautiful floral dress with a structured bodice with boning and stuff tulle lined ruffles.

Genny by Versace Draped Lurex Velvet Cocktail Dress from the 1980's. Oversized shoulders and deep plunge accented with a gold lame textile rose. Dress...

Very rare jet black silk velvet gown with sheer black and silver accented lace panels from Jacqueline de Ribes dating to the 1980's. Gown is entirely hand finished. The attention to ...

Dating to the S/S 1988 collection, a longer version of this dress appeared on the Chanel runway. Made of layers of black silk chiffon, it features a ruffled strapless neckline & skir...

This rich, deep green vintage Richilene evening gown is covered in finely embroidered beads and sparkling sequins and it comes with a matching silk beaded shawl...

Dramatic, jet-black textured dress with satin ruffled trim and large bow designed by Yves Saint Laurent dating to the 1980's. Fully internal corset with boning at bodice. Labeled a F...

Black velvet and lace cocktail dress. See-through lace collar and lace on the side with black jersey lining. Zip in the middle back. SIZE S/ M

Presenting this absolutely breathtaking light pink crêpe cady silk Valentino Garavani strapless gown with a daring back décolleté. From the Spring/Summer 1985 Haute Couture collectio...

This is a truly stunning vintage haute couture evening gown from Christian Dior's Spring-Summer 1987 collection, in a daring magent...

Circa 1985-1990 Paris Haute Couture Beautiful long evening dress in black silk crepe by Emanuel Ungaro Haute Couture numbered 295-5-85 ar...

Medieval style dress with black velvet top, trimmed with trimmings, brocade sleeves and bottom and tulle underskirt. Size indicated 12UK, it corresponds to a 40FR. Additional inform...

1980s Bernard Perris Red Satin Bustier off shoulder tulle mini dress or can be worn as a top. Dress/ Top has three layers of tulle. Lace up at the...

1980s Murray Arbeid - London Black Velvet Gown w Gold Sequin Leaves & Crinoline: Deep V-back with puffed shoulders and tapered, zip-closure sleeves. Full skirt ball gown with heavy g...

Beautiful black dress with sheer net neckline and skirting from Karl Lagerfeld dating to the late 1980's. Labeled a French size 40. Approximate measurements are as follows: Bust 36",...