Mid-20th Century Evening Dresses and Gowns

This charming 1950s silk chiffon evening dress in cobalt blue has been beautifully constructed to haute couture standard and is in pristine vintage condition. The chiffon overlay is ...

Vintage 1950s gold and yellow cocktail dress by Arnold Scaasi. Fully lined with rear zip and hook closure. Fits like a modern XS. The bust measures 37", waist 23", hips 50" and the t...

A slinky and easty to wear vintage slip dress in a pretty ivory colour. The dress has a net bodice and side opening. Measurements Bust 33'', waist 2...

An important and truly breathtaking one-of-a-kind dress ensemble custom made for Yma Sumac, dating back to the mid 1950's. Yma Sumac (1922–2008) was a noted Peruvian soprano and the ...

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...

Jet-black, moss crepe, maxi dress with cut-out shoulders keyhole neckline, ruffles and red satin trim designed by Ossie Clark for Radley dating to 1968. Dress size is not marked, alt...

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...

Winter 1943 Collection Paris Kimono evening coat in satin, fully overstitched, by Jeanne Lanvin Haute Couture, Winter 1943 collection. Powder pink coat called Rose Polignac in homa...

An absolutely magnificent and ultra rare Emilio Schuberth custom couture black and ivory heavily embroidered tiered ballerina-length satin dress datin...

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...

This princess worthy white silk chiffon evening dress is truly magical with its beaded bodice and flowing full skirt. This 1960's dress has a v neckline and shimmering silver beads a...

Chanel cream colour light velvet wedding dress, c late 60s This magnificent structured wedding dress is constructed from a light off-white velvet material. The bell-shape design ins...

Chic 1960s GEOFFREY BEENE black and white silk polka dot long sleeve dress ! Features a tailored bodice wit mock buttons up the front, with an ascot like attached scarf. Hidden metal...

An absolutely stunning and ultra rare Ceil Chapman designer vibrant pink silk-chiffon floral appliqué dress dating back to the late 1950's. Tot...

A great black dress by Jane Andre in a cotton linen blend. It has cap sleeves, a drop waist and full skirt. There is fine band around the crew neckline and ...

1960s Mod gold sequin lattice gown with a very high Empire waist and wide bands of iridescent prong-set rhinestones at waist and around neckline. Fully lined. Spectacular! From Dayt...

Rendered in the most delightful shades of lilac set against a dove grey background, this original 1950's floral water silk dress is just the piece to add to ...

Original late 1930s or early 1940s purple satin and chiffon gown with matching waist sash. This beautiful unlabelled haute couture dress is of superb quality and construction and is ...

Circa 1955 - 1960 United States of America Beautiful American ball gown in powder pink satin embroidered with sequins and rhinestones, by Harvey Berin, designed by Karen Stark dating from the 1950s. Whalebone bustier highlighted with pleated satin on the plunging bosom with large bare back neckline closed by zip. Wide cup skirt with pink tulle petticoat. Large sinuous stems loaded with flowers in sequin embroidery, iridescent pearls, daisies and rhinestone cabochons. Hand-stitched finish and bustier lining in faille à la couleur. Skirt lining in white tarlatan. To note three tiny rings...

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...

Iconic silk jersey draped and pleated handmade evening dress. The pleats and drapes are hand-made stitch on a jersey base lining ( from the shoulders until the hips) Longer in the ba...

A fabulous Bernetti 1960s 2 piece evening ensemble: Citrine silk opera coat and column dress with extravagant hand-sewn beadwork and rhinestone embroi...

This beautiful 1950s Lancel haute couture dress has a beaded waist and is made in a luxurious wool. The dress doesn't have a lining, as it was common to wear a separate lingerie dre...

Late 1930s to early 1940s White Cotton embroidered summer wedding dress. Dress has horse hair crinoline to give fullness. Size: 4 - Small Bust: 36” / Waist: 26” / Hip 40” / Dress l...

Jacket and evening dress in flowers printed crêpe. Piping in the same fabric on all the edge of the jacket and on the bottom of the dress. Gather sleeve head and piping. Hook & eye c...

A great bold cocktail dress from the 1960s. In a stunning, eye-catching bright green slub silk with wonderful beadwork to the front and cuffs. The bib detail has a lovely bow at the top that is also embellished in beadwork. The colouring of the dress is a little uneven due to the origional...

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...

Stunning 1950s vintage lipstick red DEMI COUTURE silk brocade dress! Floral brocade throughout with a wonderful chiffon overlay skirt. Mostly hand sewn. ...

1950s Ivory Jacquard Dress w/ Beaded Bodice. Draped bust detail with rhinestones and pearls. Fitted waist, full circle skirt. Dress is photographed over ...

Yellow silk and lurex jacquard evening dress with embellished belt with silver lurex small balls ( apparently blueberries) embellishements. Snap and hook and eye on both side. Top p...

A beauty to behold, this original 1930's satin dress rendered in the most sumptuous shade of amber satin, is the perfect statement piece for your special occasion wardrobe. The rou...

Jean Patou Haute Couture dress in guipure, satin and tulle. No label of composition or size, it fits a size 36FR. Haute Couture Collection Spr...

The French fashion house which dates back to the 1940s, has been providing customers all over the world with some of the most beautiful garments, whether it's a ready-to-wear dress f...

A most gorgeous vintage early 1960s cocktail dress by Kitty Copeland. Made from a heavy copper / gold satin fabric and fully lined with the original lining. It is a sleeveless dres...

This iconic 1950's dress, rendered in layers of pink tulle, with delicate circular satin details, is just the piece for that special occasion. The strapless cut of the dress, featu...

Andre Courreges Couture Pop Maxi Gown of vibrant orange wool with sheer floral inserts at neckline with sequin centers. Clean lined silhouette with slight A lined flare at hem. Desig...

A wonderful black lace evening dress , dating from the 1930s. The dress would be ideal for a party or dancing. It has black ribbon straps. Measurements; Bust up to 38''. length 36''

Burgundy satin and tulle evening gown with cut-work. Biais. Tulle edge on the neckline and armpit. SIZE L

Vintage 1960s I. Magnin & Co. by Dynasty orange, brown and black floral print A-line quilted velvet maxi dress. Psychedelic floral and geometric pattern. Short sleeves and cheongsam ...

Pierre Balmain Haute Couture (N°132-027) Dress composed of silk chiffon, embroidered with beads and sequins. Back zip closure. Additional information: Dimensions: Bust: 36 cm (14....

A headturning lady in red, vintage gown by Kati, Laura Phillips. The dress has a v neckline, short angel sleaves and a central back zip. It is fully lined. Old size 12. Measurement...

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...

Circa 1935-1942 France or Europe Long evening dress in cream salmon Caudry lace dating from the late 1930s or early 1940s. Loose, straight cut, V-neck, gathered at the shoulders and...

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...

Vintage Brocade Coat or Coat Dress by James Galanos for Amelia Gray Boutique Beverly Hills, likely made in the late 60s. Made from an Incredible tapestry brocade in shades of pale ...

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...

This exceptional 1950s Mollie Parnis black wool evening dress with pleated ribbon inserts is a superb example of the glamorous lines and exquisite design features synonymous with its designer. An iconic favourite for a number of figurative members of American society during the 50s, 60s and 70s, Parnis famously dressed First Ladies namely Mrs.Eisenhower, Lady Bird Johnson, Pat Nixon, Betty Ford and Rosalynn Carter...

Beautiful 1950s House of Nine demi couture black silk chiffon bombshell halter dress ! Tailored bodice with three strands of rhinestones under the bust that leads into the back. Full...

A jewel of Art Deco design in an unheard-of larger size, this beautiful dress exudes machine-age minimalism and geometry. Its richly-adorned notched V neckline is outlined with a starburst of seed beads, dimensional bead clusters and rhinestones for an anything-but-basic little black dress. Midi-length cocktail dress with dolman bodice and padded shoulder cap sleeves; notched V neckline outlined at front with Art Deco starburst motif seed beads, pearls and rhinestones. Left side metal zipper closure; string belt...

50s Magenta Rose Jacquard Gown. Metal back zip. Skirt lined in tulle.

Circa 1938-1942 France Wedding dress with long train in champagne-coloured Duchesse satin. Fluid cut with a strapless blouse with a folded collar, ...

Printed cocktail dress in silver and gold brocade with pearl button and lurex passementerie in the middle front. Silk lining. SIZE 38/40 (Fr) M/L

This timeless 1950s New Look style Haute Couture two piece by Pierre Balmain is in impeccable condition with exceptional line and form. The soft cream jacquard fabric is embossed wit...

Balenciaga 1960s Black Chiffon and Lace Babydoll Dress Description Chiffon and Lace Babydoll Dress by Cristobal Balenciaga 1960s Haute Couture original; vintage Black/Nude Spanis...

Truly a unique dress by the ever so talented Pierre Cardin. Dating back to the 1960s, this piece is thoughtfully designed with a beautiful black velvet bodice accompanied by a black ...

Donald Brooks, paisley pattern, copper lurex, dress and harem pant ensemble. Dress has a high neckline, with long sleeves and a gathered self belted waist. Oversize copper paillettes...

Beautiful early 60s AN ORIGINAL BY CONSTANTINO white beaded, sequin, pearl long sleeve silk lace wedding dress ! Couture quality, with so much attention to details. Silk taffeta with...

Circa 1965-1969 Magnificent evening gown and cape in yellow Guipure lace, model named Alizée by Jacques Heim Haute Couture. High-waisted sheath dress with large plunging neckline an...