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Evening Dresses and Gowns For Sale
S/S 2000 Christian Dior by John Galliano Red Bias Cut Gown with Jeweled Belt
Located in North Hollywood, CA
S/S 2000 Christian Dior by John Galliano red bias cut sleeveless gown with jeweled belt. Cowl neck bias cut slip gown. Gunmetal metallic geometric straps and waist belt with red rhin...
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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

S/S 2003 Alexander McQueen 'Irere' Collection Red Silk Chiffon Gown with Sash
Located in North Hollywood, CA
S/S 2003 Alexander McQueen by Lee Alexander McQueen 'Irere' Collection red silk chiffon gown with sash. Sleeveless one-shoulder handkerchief flutter hem gown with boned corset upper....
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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

S/S 1999 Atelier Versace Haute Couture Black Embellished Off-Shoulder Gown
Located in North Hollywood, CA
S/S 1999 Atelier Versace Haute Couture black mesh scallop embellished off-shoulder gown. Trained off-shoulder gown with fitted waist and heavily embellished 'scallop' upper with semi...
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1990s Evening Dresses and Gowns

c. 1991 Nina Ricci Embellished Copper Strapless Gown with Stole
Located in North Hollywood, CA
c. 1991 Nina Ricci embellished copper-brown strapless gown with stole. Upper features embellished, embroidered floral detailing with faux pearls at center of flowers. Built-in corset...
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1990s Evening Dresses and Gowns

A/W 1973 Halston Oil Slick Geometric Point Long Sleeve Sequin Gradient Gown
Located in North Hollywood, CA
A/W 1973 Halston Oil slick pointed pattern long sleeve sequin gown. Long sleeve scoop neck gown with extremely rare full sequin throughout. Ecru iridescent upper with dark purple-blu...
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1970s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Draped cocktail dress in silk with animal print Fontana Couture Circa 1980's
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Draped cocktail dress with animal print . 100 % silk. No lining. Shoulder pads. Wrapped on the bust. Zip middle back + hook&eye . SIZE 48 (It) 44 (Fr) 14 (Us)
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1980s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Sleeveless jersey cocktail dress with gold and black studs Versace Collection
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Sleeveless jersey cocktail dress covered with gold and black studs. Jersey composition: 92% rayon, 8% elastane. Metal studs. SIZE 42 (It) 38 (Fr) M
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2010s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Oscar de la Renta FW 2014 Runway Museum Red Carpet Black Gold Gown Dress L / XL
Located in Montgomery, TX
Oscar de la Renta Runway, Museum, Red Carpet Black Gold Ball Gown Dress F/W 2014 Runway Collection Size approx. L/XL ( made-to-order ) please check mea...
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2010s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Derek Lam Early 2000s Size 6 / 8 Black Silk Rayon Belted Shirt Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic early 2000s DEREK LAM black silk and rayon blend belted shirt dress ! Features mock buttons up the front. Detachable belt at the waist. POCKETS at each side of the waist. The p...
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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage Tomasz Starzewski Cocktail Dress
Located in London, GB
A chic cocktail dress by Tomasz Starzewski in a colourful raw silk. The upper part is in this seasons orange colour and the lower skirt is blue with bead detail. The dress is fully l...
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1980s British Evening Dresses and Gowns

Mignon Strapless Bustier Dress with Large Flower
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous bustier dress from Mignon in grey and pink silk. It has a boned, ruched front crossing sweetheart cut strapless neckline piped on the edge in 2 shades of light grey. A f...
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Early 2000s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Scaasi Boutique Feather Bead Accent Dress 1980s
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous black silk and lace dress by Arnold Scassi. It has a nude lined black flower lace bodice which is highlighted with black glass carnival beads and sequins plus a smatterin...
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1980s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1990s Liyiz Vintage Early 90s Black Crepe Colorful Sequin Babydoll Empire Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic vintage early 1990s LIYIZ black crepe and sequin babydoll empire dress! Flattering high empire waist is very forgiving. Thousands of hand-sewn colorful sequins on the bodice in ...
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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

TED HEYMAN Red Silk Cocktail Dress with Lace Trim Size 8
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Ted Heyman 'Zang Tou' design is composed of a red silk with scalloped lace trim. There is a center back zipper closure. In excellent vintage condition, hardly worn. **Please ...
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20th Century American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Rare 1920s B Altman Haute Couture Ivory Hand Beaded Cotton Voile Vintage Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible, and rare 20s B. ALTMAN Haute Couture dress! Completely hand sewn, and hand embroidered/beaded. This beauty is nothing short of exceptional! Lightweight semi sheer cotton voile looks great alone, or with a slip under. Attached beaded 'necktie' at bodice. White seed beads in a gridlock pattern scattered throughout the dress, with colorful seed beads in floral designs intertwined. Honestly, this piece belongs in a museum, but is still totally wearable, with only one small repair to one sleeve, which is unnoticeable. The possibilities are endless with this exceptionally rare roaring 20s dress...
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1920s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Rappi Knit Cocktail Dress with Nude Underlay Size Small
By Rappi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Rappi cocktail dress is composed of a black knit and features a velvet ribbon accent. There is a zipper closure. This garment is in great vintage condition, excellent for design...
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20th Century American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Marberl 1950s Silk Skirt Draped Dress
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous black silk dress from Marberl. It has long sleeves with fine metal zippers at the wrists, a princess seamed bodice for a great fit and a deep V cut...
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1950s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Carolyn Roehm Balc Cocktail With Full Chiffon Sleeve Dress
Located in New York, NY
Carolyn Roehm black silk crepe cocktail dress is fully lined with black silk. The silk chiffon sleeves has a suggestion of gathering detailing along the shoulders. The chiffon sleeve...
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Late 20th Century American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Kent 1960s Silk Gown
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful silk gown from Kent Originals made in 1960s British Hong Kong. The fabric consists of vertical panels of golden orange scrolls and geometric pattern against a sheer off ...
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1960s Hong Kong Evening Dresses and Gowns

1960s Hattie Carnegie Silver Sequined Open Back Mod Vintage 60s Mini Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1960s HATTIE CARNEGIE silver fully sequined vintage open back mini dress! Features thousands of hand-sewn silver sequins throughout on a soft stretch knit. Simply slips over th...
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1960s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Dolce & Gabbana Flower Applique Pants and Fringe Trim Top
Located in Water Mill, NY
A stunning black pant and top/vest set from Dolce & Gabbana covered in silk flowers of different varieties and colors. The V neck top is midriff length wi...
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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

1960s Ivory and Gold Lace + Sequins Mod Vintage A - Line 60s Babydoll Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1960s ivory and gold lace A-line dress! Features a fitted bodice, with a nice full flattering flared skirt. Gold embroidered waistband and sleeve cuffs are adorned with gold seq...
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1960s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Norman Young 1950s Vintage Pink Jacquard Evening Gown
Located in Portland, OR
This lovely 1950s floor length vintage dress is by Norman Young, a London designer who designed special occasion and evening wear for high end boutiques.. The gorgeous jacquard print...
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1950s British Evening Dresses and Gowns

Moschino Couture! Cruise Me Baby Elegant Navy Blue Silk Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Details: Unlined Side Zip Closure Marked Size: US 4 Estimated Size: XS-S Color: Deep Navy Blue Fabric: 100% Silk Label: Moschino Couture/ Cruise Me Baby...
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Late 20th Century Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Beautiful 1990s Vintage Donna Karan Canary Yellow Beaded Sequin Silk Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning vintage Donna Karan canary yellow beaded silk dress! Thin spaghetti straps, with a figure flattering shape! Beads and sequins throughout front and back. Looks great alone, o...
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1990s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Loris Azzaro 1970s Silk Jersey Vintage Pink Empire Dress Gown
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning vintage 1970s Loris Azzaro pink silk jersey gown! Beautiful bodice, with a draped, Grecian/Empire feel to the body. Zipper works great, just could not fit the dress form. In...
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1970s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage Christian Dior Haute Couture Dress Numbered in Navy Blue Silk Chiffon XS
Located in Portland, OR
This is an exquisite vintage 2 piece 100% silk chiffon navy blue haute couture evening dress from Christian Dior Paris. This incredible ensemble includes a tunic style blouse and a b...
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20th Century French Evening Dresses and Gowns

1960s 60s Psychedelic Flowers + Paisley Colorful Print Mod Retro A - Line Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible 60s psychedelic long sleeve vintage dress! Vibrant bright colors, with paisley and flowers throughout. Slim long sleeves, with a flattering ...
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1960s Evening Dresses and Gowns

1990s Bill Blass Vintage Salmon Pink Dress Silk Draped Sleeveless Evening Gown
Located in Portland, OR
This is such an elegant vintage 1990's Bill Blass salmon pink silk column evening dress. Bill Blass dressed some of the most sophisticated, high profile women in the world and his at...
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1990s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Early Alexander McQueen Joan of Arc Cape 1998 AW98 Runway Collar Dress Suit
Located in PARIS, FR
Alexander McQueen "Joan Of Arc " dress from the iconic fall winter 1998 collection! Jacket + collar + skirt! Runway piece! Cape can be removed and jacket can be worn without it. Line...
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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vicky Tiel Paris 1980's Gold Lizard Silk Lame Evening Gown
Located in New York, NY
Stunning Vicky Tiel 1980's gold silk lame evening gown, size FR 42. The glamorous gown features draped dolman sleeves, removable shoulder pads with s...
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Late 20th Century French Evening Dresses and Gowns

c. 1997 Vivienne Westwood Deep Blue Lace Bodycon Gown
Located in North Hollywood, CA
c. 1997 Vivienne Westwood deep blue lace bodycon gown with gathered black tulle mesh neckline. Fitted maxi wiggle dress with short sleeves and cobalt blue lining underneath stretch w...
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1990s Evening Dresses and Gowns

2000's Stephen Burrows (1970's Re-Issue) Red Halter Wrap Gown
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Early 2000's Stephen Burrows' World red halter wrap gown with lettuce ruffle layered trim - re-issue of original 1970's design. Features wrap ties at high waist and signature Stephen...
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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

1980 Pauline Trigere Red Silk Taffeta & Black Lace Overlay Cocktail Dress
Located in Gresham, OR
A beautiful and dramatic 1980s Pauline Trigere red silk taffeta cocktail dress with gorgeous black lace overlay: Puff-sleeved with a black velvet belt tied at center front, this bold...
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1980s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

A/W 1998 Gianni Versace Lilac Strapless One-Shoulder 'Barbed Wire' Gown
Located in North Hollywood, CA
A/W 1998 Gianni Versace lilac strapless one-shoulder 'barbed wire' gown. Strapless gown with one right side semi-sheer sleeve. Gathered pleated bust with tiered embellished details f...
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1990s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Bob Mackie Black Sequin Embroidered Lace Bow Shoulder Nude Lined Evening dress
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Bob Mackie black sequin embroidered lace evening gown with black silk shoulder ribbon bows, nude lining from the 1980s. Gorgeous evening dress with a low V neckline at the front & ba...
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1980s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1960s Emilio Pucci Silk Jersey Pastel Print Maxi Dress w Fitted Hip & Blouson
Located in Gresham, OR
1960s Emilio Pucci Silk Jersey Pastel Print Maxi Dress w Fitted Hip & Blouson Waist: Classic Pucci print in pastel purple, lavender, dove gray and pistachio feather fans. Wide concen...
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1960s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

A/W 1973 Halston Sleeveless Geometric Point Sequin Gradient Gown
Located in North Hollywood, CA
A/W 1973 Halston Oil Slick sleeveless geometric point sequin gradient gown. Sleeveless scoop neck gown with extremely rare full subtly iridescent sequin throughout. Yellow-green uppe...
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1970s Evening Dresses and Gowns

A/W 2004 Gucci by Tom Ford Blue Cutout Sequin Gown
Located in North Hollywood, CA
A/W 2004 Gucci by Tom Ford blue cutout sequin gown. Halter neck fully sequined gown with hook-and-eye closures at neck and snap closures at waist; can be styled with or without waist...
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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Giambattista Valli Runway Splash Print "Pretty in Purple" Silk Dress
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Giambattista Valli lovely feminine dress as seen on the runway. Fashioned of silk chiffon in a subtle purple and lavender splash print. Fully pleated throughout. Featuring narrow...
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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses and Gowns

S/S 1996 John Galliano Black and White Sculptural Sleeve Gown with Train
Located in North Hollywood, CA
S/S 1996 John Galliano black and white sculptural sleeve gown with train. Off-shoulder gown with long, full train. Black and white geometric sleeve and bust asymmetrical detail, with...
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1990s Evening Dresses and Gowns

A/W 1988 John Galliano 'Hairclips' Collection Deep Burgundy Bias Cut Gown
Located in North Hollywood, CA
A/W 1988 John Galliano 'Hairclips' Collection deep burgundy bias cut slip gown. Sleeveless v-neck fitted gown with full high-low skirt and deep, open back. Pointed paneling at hips a...
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1980s Evening Dresses and Gowns

2008 John Galliano Pale Pink Semi-Sheer Silk Chiffon Draped Ruffle Bias-Cut Gown
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An incredibly chic and highly coveted John Galliano ballerina slipper pink silk chiffon bias-cut gown dating back to his 2008 fall/winter collection. These early examples of his work...
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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

A/W 1956 Jeanne Lanvin Haute Couture Black and Gold Embroidered Velvet Dress
Located in North Hollywood, CA
A/W 1956 Jeanne Lanvin by Antonio Castillo Haute Couture black and gold embroidered velvet dress. Sleeveless below-knee ballgown-style dress with fitted bodice and full flared skirt,...
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1950s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Dress and Kimono Autumn Winter 1978
Located in Toulon, FR
Autumn Winter 1978 France Precious evening ensemble, dress and Kimono jacket by Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche dating from the 1978 ready-to-wear collection. Straight, minimalist, ...
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1970s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

1980S MICHAEL NOVARESE Black Haute Couture Silk Taffeta Duster Covered In Excep
Located in New York, NY
1980S MICHAEL NOVARESE Black Haute Couture Silk Taffeta Duster Covered In Exceptional Embroidery & Beaded Gold Work
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1980s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

F/W 1997 Halston by Randolph Duke Runway Black Cowl Neck Beaded Dress
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Shimmer and shine in this incredible Halston by Randolph Duke Fall/Winter 1997 runway dress. This ultra-chic knee-length dress features a plunging cowl neckline and is amped up with ...
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1990s European Evening Dresses and Gowns

Christian Dior batwings evening sequin dress. circa 1980s
Located in London, GB
In the 1980s, Christian Dior experienced a resurgence in popularity and influence under the creative direction of designer Marc Bohan, who helmed the fashion house from 1960 to 1989....
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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Black & Off White Organza & Slub Silk Strapless Cocktail Dress 1960s S.H. Hirsh
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Black & Off White slub silk & silk organza strapless cocktail dress from the 1960s by S.Howard Hirsh California. 100% slub silk strapless cocktail dress from the 1960s that is still ...
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1960s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Dolce & Gabbana 1990s Burgundy Merlot Sexy Lace Bodycon Cut Out Vintage Dress 38
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy late 90s D&G by Dolce & Gabbana burgundy / merlot burgundy lace cut-out bodycon dress! Features allover lace, with cut-out below the bust and upper back. Spectacular body huggin...
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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

John Galliano Vintage Deco Inspired Bias Cut Dress
Located in Los Angeles, CA
John Galliano vintage 2003 bias cut gown adorned with a shower of hand sewn pale gold circular paillettes and tiny sequins in an inverted diamond pattern. Scoop neck bodice. Feature...
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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Dolce & Gabbana Black Silk Floral Evening Dress 2000s
Located in Brindisi, Bt
Dolce & Gabbana elegant 2000s floral dress. Short dress, sleeveless, halter neckline, flared skirt. Black background color with pink, beige and red floral pattern. Zip closure on the...
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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Valentino Transparent Black Lace Dress
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Valentino- Transparent black dress ornamented with lace. No size indicated, it fits a 36FR/38FR. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Shoulder width: 3...
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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Hermes by Jean Paul Gaultier Fall 2007 Metallic Dress
Located in Hertfordshire, GB
Hermés  by Jean Paul Gaultier Fall 2007 - same dress seen on the runway in another fabric & same fabric seen in another style  Metallic gunmetal grey dress High cowl neckline  Midi ...
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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Dolce + Gabbana Black Stretch Silk Corset Lace Up Bustier Dress Gold 2019
Located in Denver, CO
Gorgeous 2019 Dolce + Gabbana corset style dress (shown pinned to mannequin) Black silk + elastane fabric Bustier bra style bust with fitted + padded bust cups Wide adjustable should...
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2010s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Gucci Fall 2006 Runway Gold Beaded Halter Gown Dress
Located in Hertfordshire, GB
Vintage Gucci Fall 2006 - seen on the runway, and on Keira Knightley Gold halter neck full length beaded gown  Cowl neckline Low back Size IT 40 / UK 8 / US 4 Measurements -  Waist...
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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

F/W 1993 Thierry Mugler Runway Plunging Black Velvet Trim Standing Collar Dress
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This fabulous black long sleeve ankle length dress was designed by Manfred Mugler for his Fall/Winter 1993 collection. A piece of Mugler's runway history, this ultra chic ankle lengt...
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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Sexy 1990s Vintage Emilio Pucci Bright Orange Silk Jersey Side Print Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy 1990s Emilio Pucci silk jersey dress in a vibrant bright orange hue! Wonderful signature print on the side, and around front collar. Extremely slimming. Looks great alone, or wi...
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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage and Designer Evening Dresses and Gowns for Sale on 1stDibs

With entire museum exhibitions dedicated to examining fashion designers and their creations, we’re finally recognizing that costuming is art. Fashion is a powerful means of self-expression, and sophisticated vintage evening dresses and gowns by our favorite couturier play no small role in making us feel wonderful but, perhaps more importantly, making us feel like ourselves.

Evening dresses over time have conveyed specific statements about social class, position and beliefs. In the 16th century, dresses and gowns were so important that England's Queen Elizabeth I defined rules about what dresses women could wear — guidance included long skirts and fitted bodices. Forward-thinking designers have responded to this history.

Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel reimagined traditionally masculine garments for feminine shapes, and her elegant evening dresses and gowns promoted comfort and grace in women’s wear that had been dominated in the previous century by layers of fabric. French fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent introduced innovative and highly coveted dress designs in the 1960s while at the same time challenging sexist stereotypes about which members of society could wear tuxedos. Works by unconventional British designer John Galliano — featured in houses like Givenchy and Dior — redefined limits that dressmakers faced in terms of material, construction and vision during the late 20th century.

Today’s designers target an increasingly broad audience with their boundary-crossing work, and their tendency to play off of each other’s ideas means that every walk down the runway is also a walk through an entire history of fashion design and dress craftsmanship.

Whether you gravitate toward backless maxi dresses or silk charmeuse gowns by Alexander McQueen or embellished, ruffled floral-print designs by Chloe or Versace, there is an extraordinary collection of vintage and designer evening dresses and gowns waiting for you on 1stDibs.

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