1930s White Floral Tulle and Lace Chiffon Midi Dress with Jacket
Located in London, GB
This 1930s wedding dress and matching jacket is tailored from delicate cobweb rayon tulle and has a sleeveless silhouette with a curved neckline.
1930s White Floral Tulle and Lace Chiffon Midi Dress with Jacket
Located in London, GB
This 1930s wedding dress and matching jacket is tailored from delicate cobweb rayon tulle and has a sleeveless silhouette with a curved neckline.
1930s Lace Trimmed Peach Slip Dress with Scalloped Hem
Located in London, GB
This slip is crafted from pale peachy pink silk and trimmed at the bust and around to the rear with coordinating tonal lace finished with faded blue/grey embroidery. The tiny scallop...
Buccellati Diamond Tulle Brooch in Platinum, circa 1920s–1930s
By Buccellati
Located in Roma, RM
This exquisite vintage brooch by Buccellati dates to the 1920s–1930s, a period during which the Maison perfected its legendary tulle technique, elevating metalwork to an art form com...
Diamond, Platinum
Unavailable
1930s Lilac Lace Gown with Matching Jacket
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Lovely evening ensemble consisting of very sturdy lace bias cut gown trimmed in velvet with coordinating leg o mutton sleeve jacket.
1930s Incredible Silk Lace Gown and Jacket with Lining
Located in Gresham, OR
1930s beautiful silk lace and tulle gown in jet black with crepe lining, tulle and lace gown and jacket. Gown is low cut in back with thin straps and jacket has long sleeves. Approx...
1930s 2-Piece Baby Blue Metallic Lace Gown w/ Fox Trimmed Jacket
Located in Gresham, OR
A gorgeous 1930s baby blue silk and metallic lace gown with extremely low back and train, with a waist length jacket trimmed in fox! Bias cut silk slip liner. Size 4-6.
1970s Janice Wainwright Metallic Embroidered Lace Jacket and Maxi Slip Dress Set
By Janice Wainwright
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Slit pockets are hidden within the dresses side seams. A narrow band of lace also completes the dresses hem.
1970s Janice Wainwright Metallic Embroidered Lace Jacket and Maxi Slip Dress Set
By Janice Wainwright
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Slit pockets are hidden within the dresses side seams. A narrow band of lace also completes the dresses hem.
1920s Art Deco Diamond Jabot Pin
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
This particular pin can today be worn by both, man or woman likewise, due to its universal design, diamond setting and long length, which makes it ideal for a dinner jacket or dress.
Diamond, Platinum
1930s Black lace dress with cardigan jacket and belt ensemble
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Simple 1930s black lace cocktail dress with lace cardigan jacket.
Vintage 1930s 30s Sheer Lace Wedding Maxi Dress with Matching Bolero Jacket
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage 1930's ivory lace maxi dress with a matching bolero jacket and side snap closure.
Ivory Lace 1930s Wedding Ensemble
Located in Alford, MA
A rare find, this wedding dress and jacket from the 1930s is made of ivory lace and is in excellent condition.
Art Deco Lace and Velvet Gown and Jacket
Located in Alford, MA
1930s black lace gown and bolero jacket, the long dress having an open neckline and cap sleeves and featuring a deep panel of black silk velvet extending from the bust through the hi...
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Size: none; comparable to size M
Nude Hollywood Regency Charmeuse and Lace Peignoir Dressing Gown - Medium, 1930s
Located in Tucson, AZ
To be nude without being naked takes practice. If you lack Lady Godiva’s tresses for cover, try this exquisite bed set: in slick silk charmeuse, it barely touches the outline of you...
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Size: comparable to size S-M
Powder Blue Printed Chiffon Regency Peignoir Dressing Gown, Italy - S-M, 1930s
Located in Tucson, AZ
To find a matching nightgown and bed jacket of such featherweight chiffon in perfect condition is unheard of, yet here is proof. In soft cornflower blue, the body-skimming set balanc...
Chanel Dramatic Lace Ruffle and Sequin Evening Skirt
By Chanel Boutique
Located in New York, NY
Lagerfeld appropriates a Chanel 1930's evening dress design and cuts it in half to form an incredible skirt.
Vintage 1930's Ivory Lace Bias Cut Dress with Jacket
Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI
vintage 1930's dress * sheer ivory cotton lace * attached tie belt * side snap closure * matching scallop edge jacket * shown over a nude slip - not included condition | ex...
1930s Tan Peach Stretch Lace Dress With Bows and Matching Jacket
Located in Portland, OR
This is a 1930's vintage stretch lace dress in a peach / tan color with a matching open front jacket.
1930's Silk Chiffon Floral Ensemble with Lace Inserts
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dainty dress and jacket ensemble dates to the 1930's and is made of silk chiffon with a floral print.
1930's Ivory Spiderweb Novelty Lace Belted Jacket & Matching Silk Bias-Cut Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A seductive and sweet 1930's ivory spiderweb lace ensemble from the "Old Hollywood" era of glamour.
1930's Golden Floral-Lace & Chiffon Bias-Cut Deco Hourglass Gown & Jacket
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The breathtaking metallic golden-yellow and bronze colors used in this 1930's lace gown has a fresh innocence that I find irresistible.
Vintage 1930's Couture Ivory Lace Nude Illusion Backless Bias-Cut Gown & Jacket
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Measurements (varies a bit due to bias-cut) Bust:32-34 inches Waist:24-26 inches Hips:up to 36 inches Total Dress Length:58 inches Total Jacket Length:18 inches This antique 1930's ...
Vintage 1930's Green Black Floral Sheer Lace & Chiffon Bias-Cut Gown w/ Jacket
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The breathtaking large-scale green black floral garden deco print used on this 1930's lace and silk-chiffon gown ensemble has a timeless allure that I find irresistible.
Chanel Black "Chanel " lace and chiffon dress and jacket A98
By Chanel
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Remarkable dress with matching jacket, created of lace , with"Chanel" all over.From A '98 The dress is a sleeveless 1930's style sheath dress in Black chiffon, over the "Chanel" Lac...
Vintage 1999 Christian Dior by Galliano Suede Lace Bias-Cut Slip Gown and Jacket
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
I love the high quality light brown laser-cut suede mixed with the delicate ivory white chantily-lace. Such a chic nod to 1930's design. The seductive low-cut plunge bodice has a lin...
Vintage 2003 Christian Dior by Galliano Haute Couture Beaded Lace Bias-Cut Gown
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior Haute Couture
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A breathtaking and highly desirable Christian Dior haute couture beaded lace bias-cut trained wedding gown with matching cropped bolero jacket. This incredibly rare numbered Christia...
Vintage 2002 Christian Dior by Galliano Novelty Candy Print Silk Bias-Cut Gown
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
His bias-cut silk and lace dresses, embroidered jackets and sheer tops will work better than ever in this season of unbridled romanticism."
Vintage 2002 Christian Dior by Galliano Beaded Pale Pink Chiffon Bias-Cut Gown
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vogue stated about the collection, "His bias-cut silk and lace dresses, embroidered jackets and sheer tops will work better than ever in this season of unbridled romanticism!"
$4,066
Size: 38 (Fr) 6/8 US
Night blue taffetas evening dress attributed to Christian Dior F.W 1957/58
By Christian Dior
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Night blue taffetas evening dress. Draped on the bust and waist. 2 taffetas bow on the back with a drag in the same fabric. Snap, hook&eye and snap ( covered with fabric) to close th...
Gucci 2003 Wedding Ivory Corset Gown
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Gucci 2003 Wedding Corset Dress by Tom Ford. Crafted from luxurious silk, this trained evening gown features exquisite appliquéd ribbons on the bodice, a central hook closure, and fo...
$1,490
Size: please refer to measurements
CLAIRE PETTIBONE 2015 Sample Golden Bridal Gown Backless Wedding Maxi Dress
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Claire Pettibone Romantique Collection Sample Wedding Dress White and Golden Yellow Very Shimmery Deep low back Size 10 but see measurements below fits smaller Pristine Measurements ...
Vintage A. Tillander Diamond Platinum Tiara
Located in London, GB
An A. Tillander diamond platinum tiara, circa 1910. This exceptional diamond tiara by A. Tillander is beautifully handcrafted in platinum. The tiara is composed of intertwining, sc...
Diamond, Platinum
NWT's CARMEN MARC VALVO 1996 Vintage Runway Skirt Set Bridal Wedding
By Carmen Marc Valvo
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Carmen Marc Valvo Vintage Runway SS96 2 piece skirt set Opalescent multi layered ballgown skirt Opalescent embellished top Size USA 2 NWT's, no flaws Measurements in inches laying fl...
Stunning Thierry Mugler Archival FW 1986 Evening Gown Crystal Black Dress
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Gorgeous extremely rare Iconic Thierry Mugler Evening Dress, FW 1986 Collection "Les Voleuses" Museum worthy Collectors Piece The most dramatic evening gown with amazing crystal rhi...
$1,687Sale Price|25% Off
Size: 39
New Fendi Karl Lagerfeld Ad Runway Fur and Suede Platform Boots Booties Sz 39
By Fendi
Located in Conroe, TX
Fendi Fur Boots by Karl Lagerfeld Brand New * Euro: 39 * Stunning Beaver Fur Lines the Front and the Inside of the Boots * Soft Taupe Nubuck Leather * Zips up the Back * 1.25" Front ...
Art Deco Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Greenwich, CT
Tour de force. With an original platinum Art Deco mounting and 7.53 carat emerald cut diamond, this spectacular engagement ring is all about strength of style. Circa 1920. Diamond...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA 17.91 Carat Old Cushion Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring in Platinum
Located in La Jolla, CA
GIA certified 17.91 carat Old Cushion Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring in Platinum Old Cushion Diamond Ring features a Center Cushion Brilliant Cut Diamond with beautiful vintage carving ...
Diamond, Platinum
Buccellati Pearl Diamond Silver Gold Brooch
By Buccellati
Located in New York, NY
Magnificent Buccellati 18t patinated Yellow Gold & Silver Brooch with a Large Pearl with Rose Diamond Petals. JUST VERY SUMPTUOUS. Ca. 1940-50.-m and oh so elegant. Signed Buc...
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
$261,449
H 9.06 in W 11.82 in D 6.3 in
Hermès Birkin 30 Himalaya Crocodile Niloticus Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Berlin, DE
Hermès Birkin 30 Himalaya in crocodile niloticus leather with palladium hardware. The bag is unworn and comes as full set including the receipt and Cites. Stamp Y (2020)
Vintage Silk Cocktail Dress
Located in London, GB
A chic vintage cocktail dress in a pretty yellow/gold colour . The dress has a scoop neckline, front and back with small gathering at the waist. It is fully lined with a central back...
MONIQUE LHUILLIER 2007 Vintage Runway Flower Motif Bridal Gown Wedding Dress
By Monique Lhuillier
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Monique Lhuillier Vintage Runway Bridal Collection FW07 Warm Ivory color, not white, can also look less warm depending on the lighting 100% silk Silver crystals + sequins at flower m...
Emerald Cut Diamond Eternity Band GIA Certified 18.51 Carat
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
An EXCEPTIONAL piece, only found in the worlds highest jewelry houses. Important emerald cut diamond eternity band featuring 12 Emerald Cut diamonds each with its own GIA certific...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
1950s French Haute Couture Cream Lace Bustier Dress
Located in London, GB
This French haute couture 1950s cream lace bustier dress hugs the female silhouette to perfection. The lace is incredibly intricate and has a lovely thickness to it - a testament t...
Christian Dior By John Galliano S/S 1998 In A Boudoir Mood White Pearl Gown
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Jersey City, NJ
A true collector’s piece from John Galliano’s most theatrical and romantic era at Dior. This gown comes from the iconic Spring/Summer 1998 collection, “In a Boudoir Mood,” where ling...
With entire museum exhibitions dedicated to examining fashion designers and their creations, we’re finally recognizing that costuming is art. Evening dresses over time have conveyed specific statements about social class, position and beliefs. 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.
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. Christian Dior's gowns celebrated luxury and femininity in the late 1940s — and gave to women the gift of glamour they’d lost in the miserable years of the war. 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. From his embroidered absinthe-green Oscars gown for actress Nicole Kidman to the iconic sleeveless Dior newspaper dress that Sex and the City’s Carrie Bradshaw made famous, Galliano’s intricate and multifaceted work is reliably collectible and newsworthy
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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