20th Century Evening Dresses and Gowns

An iconic and truly timeless Thierry Mugler 1996 spring-summer collection strapless mini dress. This legendary French fashion designer is known for bold fa...

Presenting presents: a gorgeous black Bob Mackie halter neck gown. From the Spring/Summer 1997 collection, this classic and sexy gown debuted on the season’s...

Fall Winter 1981-1982 Collection France Amazing evening dress in embroidered silk chiffon by Louis Féraud Haute Couture from the 1981-1982 collection. Loose blousante dress with pu...

Circa 1918 - 1922 France Beautiful seaside resort dress for the seaside or the spa in Vichy ! Superb work of broderies anglaise on chiffon silk or ecru s...

Presenting the most incredible golden Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche dress, designed by Yves Saint Laurent. From the Fall/Winter 1992 collection, this dress debuted on the season’s runway modeled by Beverley Peele, and was also highlighted in the season’s ad campaign captured by Helmut Newton and modeled by Karen Mulder. This truly fabulous single shoulder gowns covered in a cheetah print that glistens with every movement. Effortlessly chic, this rare dress...

This runway documented Yves Saint Laurent coat dress is from his spring / summer 1992 collection. With 'headlight' crystal buttons and matching belt it is exceptional quality and in ...

Circa 1930/1935 France Haute Couture Heavy and long Anonymous Haute Couture coat in micro beads "Sablé de perles" embroidered in the style of Paul Poiret around 1928/1930. Exception...

Stunning rare Thierry Mugler dress, 'African Summer' Spring Summer Collection 1988. A fabulous example of his iconic style, which often played with structure and form to create strik...

Museum worthy collectors piece. The extremey rare Thierry Mugler Flower Petal dress, light grey and neon orange colours. An iconic example of the famous d...

Circa 1990 France Iconic blouse dress in printed silk satin from the Variation line by Yves Saint Laurent and dating from the 1990s. Beautiful silk ...

Suspended by delicate spaghetti straps, this 90's Roberto Cavalli evening dress is cut on the bias - a technique that creates a beautiful figure-skimming silhouette. Made from “devor...

Jean Paul Gaultier S1999 RTW “Graffiti Goddess” Sculpture Runway Venus Trompe L'oeil Graffiti Optical Illusion Maxi Dress A holy grail of Gaultier, the famous “Graffiti Goddess” dress...

1980S MICHAEL NOVARESE Black Haute Couture Silk Taffeta Duster Covered In Exceptional Embroidery & Beaded Gold Work

Sexy early 1990s COSTUME NATIONAL jersey keyhole gray dress! Features matching detachable belt and keyhole neckline that can also be left open. Intricat...

Dolce & Gabbana Vintage 1990's Sheer Open Knit Crochet Fishnet Black Maxi Dress M/L Dolce & Gabbana vintage dress featuring V-neck, button...

This 1970's vintage Albert Nipon Victorian renaissance evening dress is really amazing. This beautiful satin faced black velvet dress has a built in satin and tulle slip underneath. The bodice, collar and cuffs are trimmed in a lovely black lace and the dress is perfect for the holidays! Ruffles are very much on trend right now and even if they weren't, we think this dress is timeless and beautiful! There is a side metal zipper and I love the ruffled lace that makes the collar look so elegant. I would estimate this dress to be a modern day size 12, but please use the measurements as a guide. We are passionate about purchasing sustainable fashion and we believe that vintage and used fashion...

This is an absolutely showstopping 1999 vintage rare Thierry Mugler gold leather strapless corset style top and layered tulle skirt evening outfit. Th...

A good 1970s black slip dress by British heritage brand Frank Usher, perfect for a black tie or cocktail event. It has spaghetti straps, and a fitted bodice with a V neck front. The ...

Beautiful 1960s CHARMONT MODEL by BURKEMAN & PASSES royal blue silk chiffon sequined gown! Features a tailored bodice, with a straight skirt and overlay. Hundreds of hand-sewn sequin...

1988 Stephen Sprouse sequin gown with off center racing back. Has stretch. Orange, pink and yellow color Condition: Excellent Size 6

This is an absolutely incredible 1980's Jean-Louis Scherrer numbered vintage 2 piece outfit! This ensemble includes a top that is similar to a bandeau t...

Fashioned from vibrant sapphire blue mid weight silk-organza, this 1950's Beaumelle creation has everything a woman wants. The bodice has a gorgeous ruched asymmetric one-shoulder shelf bust design. I adore the sparkling metallic threaded lace detail which is so playful and elegant at the same time. The alluring full pleated circle-skirt finishes this beauty off with a perfect Christian Dior New Look...

An alluring, yet fully-covered gown for those brides who seek modesty without looking mousy, this wedding gown was custom-made for a 1951 bride who valued discretion and beauty in equal measure. Though this gown pre-dates Kelly's, it is strikingly similar to the Helen Rose gown Grace Kelly wore to her wedding to Prince Ranier in 1956. Ivory lace wedding dress with high neckline and narrow Peter Pan collar with 33 working covered buttons from navel to throat; illusion sleeves, upper back and upper chest with interior attached ivory camisole beneath. Pointed sleeves with 8 working covered buttons at each forearm; lightly puffed shoulders with petite interior shoulder pads. V-shaped front and rear waist seam with gentle gathers in back; free-hanging lace overlay skirt with cathedral train. Skirt fully lined in free-hanging ivory acetate with additional rear tulle lining for fullness. Matching Juliet cap...

S H O W S T O P P E R! Iconic extremely rare Thierry Mugler Haute Couture Evening Gown, Museum worthy Collectors Piece. DRAMA PURE! The most...

Museum worthy collectors piece. Absolutely gorgeous documented Thierry Mugler dress, Spring Summer 1999 Collection. Documented on the runway as well as on the iconic portrait of Man...

This Monique Lhuillier gown is composed of a white bias cut silk and features a rhinestone applique at the empire waistline. There is a center back zipper closure, and train. In ex...

Gorgeous Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld grey blue gown with dark navy train from Spring Summer 1998 collection as seen on the runway that season. Size on tag is 40, make sure to report t...

▪ Archival Christian Dior Runway Evening Dress ▪ Creative Director: John Galliano ▪ Fall-Winter 1998 ▪ Sold by One of a Kind Archive ▪ Museum Grade ▪ Crafted from a metallic antique...

Circa 1985/1990 France Ted Lapidus dress in thick printed silk satin. Artistic graphic of black lines on a white background, imitating thin and large brush strokes. Closes with fiv...

Breathtaking Thierry Mugler Couture Goddess Evening Gown Assuming Fall Winter 1999 Collection The most stunning Thierry Mugler evening gown. Vi...

In this gorgeous early 1950's Bergdorf Goodman ivory-white gown, the detailed construction and meticulous attention to detail are comparable to what you will find in modern haute-cou...

A/W 1999 Thierry Mugler 'Vie en Rose' Collection black and pink gown. Sleeveless sheath gown with fitted waist and asymmetrical peak at bust, with pink contrast stripe panel draped a...

A totally breathtaking and highly coveted Christian Dior midnight navy blue silk bias-cut slip gown dating back to John Galliano's epic spring/summer 1998 collection. These early exa...

Black, asymmetrical one shoulder dress with wrap around pleated skirt designed by Rei Kawakubo for Comme Des Garcons dating to 1989. Size 'M'. Approximate measurement at interior of ...

1920S Hot Pink Burnout Silk Velvet Drop Waist Flapper Cocktail Dress With Crystal Buckle

Chic 1990s ALESSANDRO DELL'ACQUA tan / caramel wool beaded dress! Features a 'sunburst' pattern of amber brown beads on the left side. Hidden zipper up the back with hook-and-eye clo...

A breathtaking Nolan Miller Couture unworn with tags embroidered silk organza sculpted bridal gown dating back to the early 1990's. Nolan Miller was an acclaimed costume designer best known for his work on the long-running series Dynasty. Miller was nominated six times for an Emmy Award, winning 'Outstanding Costumes' in 1984 for the Dynasty series, which also set a fashion trend for glamorous high society gowns. This stunning Nolan Miller creation from his exclusive couture line is the perfect solo in the spotlight 'Barbie Doll' bridal look. This showstopper has serious allure with that hourglass mermaid silhouette. The fabric itself is a masterpiece; the highest quality large-scale ivory floral cutwork embroidered silk organza with a matching ivory silk underlay. I adore the fully corset boned satin trimmed sweetheart plunge strapless with adorable back-bow. A curved nipped waist with fitted mermaid slightly trained skirting creates the perfect amount of drama to this timeless garment. It is impeccably seamed and on the level of modern day haute couture. This would make an epic red carpet or wedding moment. Measurements Bust: 32-33 inches Waist: 25-26 inches Hips: 35 inches Length top to waist: 11 inches Length waist to hem: 41 inches This 1990's Nolan Miller Couture designer gown...

This incredibly chic haute couture 1960s pale cream dress would make a fabulous entrance at a wedding or red carpet event, where it could be paired with striking accessories and glov...

This 1960s column dress is deceptively simple and the epitome of elegance for formal or bridal wear. It is crafted from white brocade silk with a subtle sheen and detailed from head...

This rare vintage 1940's evening dress is really the stuff dresses are made of! A superbly gorgeous design, the dress is very figure flattering and made from rich inky Black, liquid satin that falls and flows so elegantly. It is a sleeveless dress with thin straps, a straight lace trimmed neckline and a full bust, there is ruched detailing at the bust and two bows on either side, this leads on to the fitted nipped in waistline, the skirts are bias cut and fall full from the waist. This is such a gorgeous vintage bombshell dress...

Balenciaga 1967 Haute Couture Black Chantilly Lace Pantalettes Dress Vintage; 1967 haute couture by Balenciaga Eisa label Black/Pink Strapless necklin...

Bob Mackie for Elizabeth Arden- Vintage Black Silk Evening gown with puff sleeves and gold beaded tassels 1990. Red version of this gown pictured - The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston ...

1998 Gucci by Tom Ford Black One Shoulder Crystal G Gown Dress Condition: Very Good. No holes or stains, no missing crystals. Rayon & Spandex Made in Italy Bust: 32"- 40", Waist: 30"...

Exotic oyster silk embroidered gown from India for Bonwit Teller c 1970 The elegant vintage silk gown is embellished with elaborate floral embroidery that circles the hemline The intricate embroidered flowers are accented with small glass beading & sequins. The hand loomed silk gown has three delicate ribbons that dangle from the waist with colors that echo the floral embroidered hemline The short sleeves have pleated detail that runs down the bodice. The pleated bodice is designed with 12 matching silk covered decorative stationary buttons The elegant silk gown zippers up the back & is lined with white satin acetate. Labeled Bonwit Teller Sabina of India...

An incredibly gorgeous, unbelievably rare Jeanne Lanvin haute couture sculpted liquid silk-satin hourglass archival gown dating back to fall-winter 1949. Lanvin was recognized for he...

This vintage 1980's Isabelle Allard evening gown is a good example of why we love the 1980's. You just can't find the details and quality anymore and this gorgeous purple dress is st...

Giorgio di Sant' Angelo, celebrated for his trailblazing designs, created wrap tops that featured on one of Vogue's most memorable covers. These tops were showcased in the January 19...

Rare Jean Paul Gaultier mesh Hiva Oa Tropical Palm tree Japan Red Dress Elegant and unique collector's dress (Jean Paul Gaultier 'Hiva Oa' Line) composed of a tight-fitting, short-s...

1960s Magenta sequin column gown design for "Neiman Marcus". The entirety of the dress if covered with matching magenta sequin. The fitted bodice features a boat neckline, sequin boa...

1950s Red taffeta party dress featuring a ruffled and paneled bubble hem. The bodice is adorned with folded and gathered details, interior boning for structure, and a pipped waist. ...

1950s "Mignon" Cream colored silk sheath dress featuring a boat neckline, short cap sleeves, a fitted bodice. The bust-line down is constructed of matching in-set strips of silk The ...

1950s black nude illusion strapless party dress featuring pleated ribbon sous-tache in a whimsical curl pattern through out the entirety of the dress. The sous-tache is applied to a ...

ellville Sassoon by Lorcan Mullany Dress (pinned to mannequin) Semi sheer turquoise blue with white polka dot crinkle silk chiffon fabric V neckline Lace up bodice detail with nude f...

Chanel runway tweed sequins dress from Chanel spring 2013 runway dress adorned with Cc logo buttons and faux pearl.

Chanel Byzance from Chanel Fall 2011 runway collection. it is adorned with Chanel CC logo buttons. Fabric is 80% wool, 14% nylon, and 6% polyester.

A headturning vintage evening dress . The dress is made of a brown and gold assuit fabric dating from the 1920s. It simply pops over the head and ties with a belt at the waist . In v...

This is a black sequin mini dress designed by Karl Lagerfeld. Part of the Spring/Summer 1987 collection, it made its debut on that season's runway. The dress has a fully beaded and s...

From Dolce & Gabbana's Spring/Summer 1999 collection, this black wet-look coat dress debuted on the season's runway as look 32, modeled by Audrey Marnay. This chic black piece can be...