Mid-20th Century Evening Dresses and Gowns

One of a kind Balmain dress encrusted with silver-colored beads and sequins, boat neckline, knee length ,100% silk lining. Founded in post-war Paris, Pierre Alexandre Claudius Balma...

This simply breathtaking early 1960's evening gown, rendered in a gold rose pattern brocade, with lurex thread accents, set against a silk creamy gold faille, and embellished with cl...

Extremely elegant, evening gown designed by Cecil Beaton. This new/old stock gown retains its original tag from the famous "28 Shop" in Chicago's flagship Marshall Field store. It re...

1950s Red Lace Cocktail Dress B 30 W 26 H 40 L 45

Very rare, rust-brown sequined demi-couture dress trimmed in velvet designed by Pierre Cardin dating to the 1960's. Dress best fits a US 2 or 4 and possibly a slim hipped size 6. Mea...

Yellow chiffon and beads cocktail dress . Zip middle back and hook& eye . Bust and skirt are made of 2 lays attached together, one in rayon, one in chiffon. Boned waist band with ho...

Gene Shelly 1960s evening dress in mocha bouclé accented with metallic wine-colored seed beads and faux pearls! The seed beads form a jeweled collar and ...

This gorgeous bias cut peach silk lace vintage 1930's dress has beautiful floral appliqués. This long gown has an empire waist, short butterfly flutter sleeves and it has a very flat...

This sensational 1960s structured silk gown in deep coral pink is by celebrated ready to wear designer Frank Usher. This elegant piece features a show-stopping full length train at t...

1960s GUY LAROCHE Couture lipstick red virgin wool A-Line mini dress! The perfect alternative to a little black dress, this red gem is sure to stan...

Jet-black wool, haute couture dress with pleated bodice, embellished shoulder detail and peplum waist designed by the House of Worth dating to the 1940's. Best fits a US 4-6. Approxi...

Circa 1950-1960 France Unlabelled dress very good manufacturing, high-quality garment, chiffon flowers on green background. Short sleeves. Scarf neck can be tied. Fine pleated skir...

Chic AND Rare vintage Celine dress from the mid 1960s. Celine began in 1945 as a high end shoemaker for children. In 1960, the transitioned to leather goods, shoes, and ready to wear...

A pretty vintage evening gown , in pink with shades of gold. The dress has an attractive v backlline with a central back zip. It is sleaveless and fully lined. Measurements: Bust up ...

This arresting Fred Perlberg late 1940s or early 1950s black chiffon evening dress with matching gloves is designed to turn heads on the dance floor. Part of its 'creator's lovingly titled range of party and dance dresses "Dance Originals", the emphasis on movement and show stopping glamour is evident in this piece. Thin spaghetti straps support a dramatic horizontal neckline , which is softened by chiffon arranged attractively over the bust line in a cross-over fashion. The bodice is corseted to accentuate the fairytale waistline, which details a simple piped seam before falling away dramatically into the floor sweeping skirt. The high-waisted skirt is fully lined, with a full-circle chiffon overlay. The fabric features a panel of gold sequin embellishment that comes into play just above the knee and runs parallel to the hem. There is a concealed zip fastening to the left of the bodice with a hook and eye closure. The sheer chiffon gloves...

A pretty pale pink/peach vintage dress great for parties or even a wedding. The dress has wonderful detail on the front and cuffs, a round neckline...

Black crêpe with beadwork sleeveless cocktail dress. Rayon or acetate lining. Zip and hook&eye in the middle back. SIZE L

1960s Anita Modes Chocolate Chiffon and Crepe Dress w Turkey Feather Trim: Fashioned for tall girls, lined décolletage with a full flourished bow at front waist. Flirty chocolate bro...

Stunning 60s DYNASTY light yellow beaded and rhinestone raw silk full length evening dress! Features hundreds of hand-sewn sequins, rhinestones and beads o...

Unique champagne and black satin evening dress by George Halley featuring hand dyed ombre ribbon stripes, long sleeves and a high neckline. Fully lined with rear zip and hook closure...

Iconic "Trompe l'oeil" long wool jersey dress. Size 44 (It) but fit more likely S Camerino won a Neiman Marcus Fashion Award in 1956 in recognition of the success and influence of ...

This is a simply perfect hot pink classic late 1960’s vintage sleeveless tweed dress with a beautiful double hemline. This Lanz Original dress has pretty fringe, a 20” back zipper an...

1960S MR BLACKWELL Black Silk Faille Bias Beaded Fringe Mod Cocktail Dress

Sarmi 1960's Vintage Cellophane Encrusted Black Lace Cocktail Dress - Size 4. This early 1960's Sarmi creation is sleeveless, with a round neckline, fitted in the top to the waist an...

Chic 60s vintage MADEMOISELLE canary yellow silk brocade A-Line dress and coat ensemble! Dress features a fitted bodice with a bell shaped skirt. Gold metallic embroidery detail at w...

Simply gorgeous 1950's Ceil Chapman black velvet off-the-shoulder gown! Ceil Chapman was one of Marilyn Monroe's favorite designers (last image depicts Marilyn dressed in an off-shou...

Very rare, haute couture, silk velvet dress with rhinestones from Pierre Balmain dating to the 1960's. Fabric is a cut silk velvet with an interesting diamond shaped pattern througho...

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...

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...

Vintage 1960s profils du monde Yellow silk chiffon gown adorned with red , silver sequins and pearls. Timeless and chic old hollywood glamour style. F...

Rare and extraordinary Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Beaded Mini, 1969. Early extraordinary survival. Early YSL mini with extraordinarily layered embroider...

Carven - (Made in France) Green silk crepe dress embroidered with costume pearls and sequins. No size indicated, it fits a 36FR. Additional information: Condition: Very good conditi...

A true beauty to behold. This original 1950's duchess satin dress, rendered in a soft shade of sweet pink and accented by the most divine pleat wor...

Such a fun cocktail dress! This vintage late 1960s designer Bob Bugnand dress is an explosion of color, with a multi-colored Indian paisley print fabric completely covered in transpa...

Orange lace evening dress mermaid gown with belt. Zip closure on the left side.Belt with snap closure.Silk lining inside the top and skirt lining for the bottom. Stiff fabric in the ...

A charming silk dress in a pink/black check from Geoffrey Beene. It has a black Peter pan collar, side seam pockets, black button cuffs on long sleeves and round black decorative but...

An eye-catching piece to behold this original 1960's dress, rendered in a blue floral lace which is in turn embellished with blue pearlescent beads, small pale blue glass bead and si...

1950s Royal blue taffeta ball gown featuring a sweetheart neckline layered on a pleated tulle modesty panel and adorned with rhinestone flowers appliqués. The full length skirt is hi...

A magnificent Bonwit Teller & Co couture black lace bias-cut gown from the 1930's 'Old Hollywood' era of glamour. The fabric itself is a masterpiece; French floral motif black scalloped lace that has been draped to perfection. We added many pictures of the lace so you can see how beautiful it is. Definitely looks like a dress that inspired John Galliano while he was at Christian Dior. The bodice has the prettiest velvet floral appliqué straps and built-in sash waist. The bias-cut skirting is added in pointed inset seamed pieces typical of the time period and insanely hard to do with sheer lace. This figure flattering garment accentuates the bust, skims the hip and falls to the floor effortlessly. It is impeccably seamed and on the level of modern day couture. Here is a gown with attitude and elegance. Measurements Bust: 30-32 inches Waist: 24-26 inches Hips: up to 36 inches Total Length: 60 inches This rare 1930's Bonwit Teller Couture lace gown...

1960s George Halley Black Wool Crepe Column Gown w Stunning Beaded Fan Corset: Remarkable Victorian inspired fuchsia and black sequin and beaded strapless fan-shaped, fully corseted...

A stunning vintage couture gown and jacket by the famous Italian designer Irene Galitzine. The gown is strapless in a vibrant green colour with bo...

Elegant Mr. Blackwell 50s Floral Column w/ Structured Peplum and Matching Stole: A fantastic example of Mr. Blackwell's 1950s style with a fitted column silhouette and beautiful str...

When wartime rationing abbreviated garment lengths, brides used intricate seams and sharp tailoring to create interest in favor of volume. This shimmering example incorporates a scalloped waist seam and military shoulders to create a simple but striking gown emblematic of its time. Ivory wedding...

A stunning vintage evening gown by British firm Marshall and Snelgrove. The dress is in a royal blue satin and with a silk v insert at the front...

Circa 1968 France Milleraie wool cocktail mini-dress with silver lurex circles by Marc Vaughan, dating from the designer's heyday. Chasuble cut, crew neck and long sleeves with not...

A fabulous 1960s Marie McCarthy for Larry Aldrich black rayon crepe cocktail mini dress: banded neckline, sleeve gathered into cuff, darted with back zipper. Fully lined. Complete...

Vintage 1960s floral brocade cocktail dress with a drop waist by Richilene. Unlined with rear metal zip and hook closure. Fits like a modern siz...

Beige sleeveless cocktail dress with 3 colors rhinestone. Silk lining. Zip in the middle back + hook& eye Size L Pauline Trigère (November 4, 1908 – February 13, 2002) was a Franco...

Vibrant fuchsia pink cocktail dress from the 1950s. Full sweep and scalloped edges. Details: Partially Lined Side Metal Zip and Hook Closure Marked Size: Not Marked Estimated Size:...

A perfect vintage dress for the festive /party season, and very easy to pack. The dress, by Wenjilli, is in a gold knit with attractive crochet detail. The dress is unlined and in ex...

Bombshell 1950s emerald green silk shantung full length dress! Fabulous flattering wiggle fit, with couture qualities. Flattering ruching detail at the waist. Avant Garde oversized h...

A beautiful vintage c1970s evening dress by Emma Domb. This dress has such a princess feel to it, it is a long length with a vibrant blue silk chiffon. Overlay and a modesty panel t...

Charming, whimsical, lovely! This playful gown in 100% luxurious silk charmeuse was shown in the Barbara Tfank 2012 Collection, the designer’s Tribute to Elizabeth Taylor. It is roll...

An ultra chic André Courrèges Paris vibrant black minimalist gown dating back to the late 1960's. Andre Courreges launched his unique space-age collection in 1964. The shapes of his ...

An absolutely sensational Emma Domb red roses floral tulle full-skirt party dress dating back to the mid 1950's. This figure flattering silhouette was inspired by Christian Dior's 'n...

1940s Marge Riley Hand Embroidered Western Suit

A circa 1967 Pierre Cardin haute couture green sequined silk crêpe cocktail dress that features a keyhole opening at the back. The main draw of this slinky silk cocktail dress are t...

1950s Ivory Sequin Halterneck Gown. Gathered sweetheart neckline, nips in at natural waist. Full length flared skirt serves ultimate glamour, the entir...