Julia's Dressing Evening Dresses and Gowns

Rare 70's Philippe Venet haute couture marigold silk dress. Fully lined in a refined matching silk, the dress features an internal belt and closes with a zip, hook and eye at the bac...

A wonderful example of early 60’s couture, this halterneck steel blue dress will fit perfectly for a wedding or any party event ! Constructed both in silk and satin silk, this piece features a bustier bodice which is covered with two softly ruched silk chiffon strips. The bustier underdress, with its sweetheart neckline, conceals a large modern internal elasticated belt for extra support to the boned structure. As light as air, a fully gathered chiffon skirt provides a very feminine silhouette. This airy dress...

This couture royal blue zip-front tailored bandage dress (c. 1998) is a signature from the designer Hervé Leger. Each strip is hand-stitched for a form-fitting/figure-hugging finish. Here the model is too thin but this dress is made to mold and shape the body to perfection. The Hervé Leger brand is still existing in a similar design sensibility. However, the quality and the make of the pieces are far away from the genuine designed Hervé Leger dress… A couture vintage Hervé Leger dress...

A wonderful chic cocktail option, this unlabelled haute couture dress is made of a refined shade of pastel green silk crepe. The flattering 60’s shift silhouette is enhanced with a b...

Extraordinary evening gown, empire-line, with ecru lace feathers covering the bodice with a satin sash above a deep turquoise skirt made of fine pleated silk chiffon. Fits approx....

Re-interpretation of his iconic Fall-Winter 1970-1971 lace back dress, this late 80's - early 90's YSL cocktail dress is a timeless evening piece. C...

A 70's silk chiffon summer ensemble in a Madras print by Gucci. The top features an elastic waist with an all-around ruffle. The skirt is lined and has a “gros grain” purple belt. ...

From the SS2000 Emanuel Ungaro collection, this wrap dress features a large ruffle on the cleavage. Punchy shades of pink and bright magenta leopard print. Her purple-colored twin was the look 45 of the runway show (see picture 3). This dress closes with a long silk band on the right side. Like a “second skin” see-trough (tiny rectangular holes) light silk. Unlined, the dress runs a little bit small to size. Fits approx. : US 4-6 / FR 36-38 Measurements (taken flat) : Width (shoulder to shoulder) approx. 40 cm (15.7 inches) Width (armpit to armpit) approx. 42 cm (16.5 inches) Arm length approx. 64 cm (25.2 inches) Length (shoulder to hem) approx. 104 cm (40.9 inches) Total length approx. 105 cm (41.3 inches) This item has been professionally cleaned, pressed & carefully inspected by a couture-trained seamstress before being sold. Credit photos : Picture n° 2 -> Kirsten Owen by Mario Sorrenti for Emanuel Ungaro SS2000 ADV campaign Picture n° 3 -> unknown model by JB Villareal / Shoot Digital via Vogue Runway / Condé Nast Archive in the Emanuel...

This 80’s Torrente two-piece ensemble is the perfect balance between being playful and sophisticated. Constructed in refined cherry-red “Calais” lace, this mini dress features a slim...

Outstanding 70's Azzaro two pieces ensemble, consisting of a red and silver crochet top and a black poly/rayon jersey long skirt. The crop top, with its sexy rectangular "décolleté" ...

Wonderful 70's silhouette with this Givenchy maxi dress. Made of airy silk chiffon featuring a red and white graphic print, the dress has a deep plunging neckline at the front and re...

Stunning 70's labelled and numbered 12945 Lanvin party dress. Inspired by the fitted, waisted and flounced couture of the late 1950's, it is made of an exquisite bronze blistered sil...

Fantastic Christian Dior skater dress from the 2012 fall-winter collection. Constructed in light beige wool and cashmere, the dress features a beautiful black guipure lace over the f...

A rare example of 50’s Egyptian haute couture, at the time Egypt was a constitutional monarchy, this feminine “Miss Egypt” dress is crafted in a flowery ta...

This refined Raffaella ensemble would be perfect for any evening event or would make a fantastic wedding dress. Constructed in an ethereal cream silk chiffon, the top is embellished with glass beads ornating a large waistband with "boteh" (paisley) and lines pattern. Matching beadwork is found at the end of the long sheer sleeves. Fabric is doubled on the bust, single layered on the arms. The maxi skirt is made of two layers of silk chiffon and fully lined in cream silk, closing with a hook and six tiny press studs. The top closes with tree hooks...

This wrap dress in emerald green moss crepe, is a flattering and glamorous low-cut plunge maxi-length silhouette. Typical of the 70’s Ossie Clark design, wi...

Outstanding piece of haute couture which is a perfect example of Yvonne Dudel & Jean Cazaubon work at Chanel in the early 80's. Crafted in a refined tulle "point d'esprit" guipure lace, with a petticoat, the gown features a plunging v-neckline together with a flattering deep v-neckline at the back, with ruffle collar all around. Removable flower brooch and optional large silk satin belt...

Constructed in silk and silk chiffon, this rare fairy like Chanel haute couture gown would make an exquisite choice for an evening party or a...

End of fifties-early sixties organza floral print dress attributed to Hubert de Givenchy. Train-cape in the back, matching bow belt and refined draped bustier. The dress fastens at t...

From one of the best Balenciaga collections to date, this runway black wool dress is a highly collectible example of Nicolas Ghesquière’s aesthetic. Cut for a close fit, the dress i...

Runway Chanel black ribbed stretch mini dress (look 38 -> see picture 11) with white pleated knit and black tulle. Three-quarter length tiered ruffle raglan sleeves. The unlined dres...