1940s Cocktail Dresses

This is a charming and delightful 1940's vintage, brown crepe sequined dress with short sleeves, a fitted waist line, a straight skirt, a side zipper for closure, an attached hood tr...

Lovely 1940’s inspired Valentino cocktail dress is made from a vibrant sapphire blue silk jersey.

Featured is a slinky black vintage party dress from the 1980s. The front bodice is lace and completely sewn with flat sequins, ribbon, and braid. This embellishment continues down th...

This is a gorgeous and RARE strapless copper taffeta cocktail dress. The bust is soutache, bugle beads and faux pearls with ruche blush modesty panel and boning . It has an interest...

➳ vintage 1940s dress * black, red, pink taffeta * acetate lining * layered bodice * bodice stays * awesome back tail * metal back zipper * by Fred Perlberg condition | e...

Putty pink crepe dress. Gold leather with beading metallic thread appliquéd around front bodice and back shoulders. Swag around skirt gathered at center front and center rear low bac...

➳ vintage 1940s dress * black & gold striped taffeta * bodice stays * back tails * metal back zipper * incredible design * by Dorothy O'Hara condition | excellent fits ...

➳ vintage 1950s dress * black rayon crepe * nude nylon lining * black floral lace accents * detachable belt * illusion bodice * metal back zipper * by Peggy Hunt conditio...

➳ vintage 1950s dress * red chiffon * acetate lining * gathered bodice * side zipper * by Emma Domb condition | excellent fits like m/l length 61" bodice 17.5" bu...

We LOVE this 1940s black silk skirt and blouse ensemble. The blouse is incredible; composed of slinky black silk, the blouse fits comfortably on the wearer. The structured shoulders ...

This fabulous cocktail dress from iconic Hollywood designer Adrian is done in black crepe and features gorgeous pleated taffeta statement sleeves. Measurements-- Bust: 36 inches Wai...

A perfect blush, this 40s dress is the epitome of sophistication. Fitted throughout the chest and waist and down through the pencil length skirt. The gathered, wide straps at the sho...

Incredible 1980s - does - 1940s Fabrice black silk cocktail dress! The dress is knee length, with long sleeves and a jewel neckline.

Stunning textured metallic 1940's cocktail dress with portrait collar, nipped, belted waist and a row of oversize Bakelite buttons.

This chic 1950's short evening dress has beautiful beadwork at the neckline, the sleeves, and the faux wrap skirt. The beadwork is done in red, gold, and green sequins alternating wi...

Museum quality 1940s Dorothy O'Hara black crepe cocktail dress with a lace bodice and pleated origami fan detailing at the bust.

Vintage Couture c.1940's black floral chantilly lace illusion top cocktail dress.

1940's black single shoulder crepe cocktail dress w/front slit and silver studs across bodice and at waist.

Rendered in the most figure flattering silhouette, this original vintage 1940's black crepe silk dress, accented by rhinestone bow details, is the perfect statement piece for your co...

Gorgeous! 1940s white linen dress with purple flower embroidery. Bust: 36" Waist : 27" Hip: 43" Length from shoulder to hem: 45"

Chic black crepe 1940's dress with hand embroidered and beaded flowers across the bust and right shoulder. Lined skirt. Back and side metal zip closure. Matching waist tie included. ...

An exaggerated silhouette on this 1940's simple but chic black sheath dress. The pointed side pockets put a unique spin on this below-the-knee classic cut and emphasize the tiny nipp...

This elegant black crepe dress from the 1940's has a V shaped neckline, short sleeves and a natural waist with self tie. The bodice and peplum are horizontally pleated and these plea...

Vintage Couture c.1940's black floral eyelet cocktail dress. Black floral eyelet cutout fabric overlaid black rayon lining.

This iconic silk jersey dress by Madame Gres from the 1940’s is draped and heavily pleated with a Greco-Roman influence. Entirely pleated and sewn by hand this dress would have ta...

A chic dress with pockets from the 1940s. The dress has a v neckline with decorative buttons, and gathering on the shoulders. It has short sleaves, a side zip opening and two pocket...

Original Paramount Junior Chicago 1940s chartreuse & black crepe dress with rhinestone bodice. The bodice of this amazing dress is sprinkled with small prong set rhinestones, it has ...

A gorgeous 1940s silver bugle-bead and rhinestone studded rayon crepe cocktail dress in ivory.

Beautiful 1940s crepe with multi color floral sequin ( green, pink, purple, blue, and yellow) sequin is all over the front, back and sleeve V Neck Belt attached Size : 8 B: 3...

Beautiful vintage 1940s Burgundy velvet cocktail dress with creme dots.

This early Adele Simpson design is the epitome of a fun party dress. The cherry red satin fabric is accented with navy blue flowers and provides the right amount of stiff structure ...

This 1940's black crepe evening or cocktail dress has a striking design of embroidered, beaded and lace trimmed fans on the front and back of the dress.

Rendered in a truly iconic silhouette this original 1940's black crepe silk dress, embellished with rose gold tone metal studs, is just the piece to add to your cocktail collection.

Gold braid, pearls and rhinestones are used for the decorative fan shaped elements emerging from the pockets of this larger size black crepe dress designed by Maurice Rentner. The dr...

Beautiful 1940s Crepe dress with embroidered bodice. Dress comes with sash/belt. Bust : 33 Waist: 30 Hip :36 Fit best for US 2 or 4

A fantastic and hard-to-find iconic 1940s Eisenberg and Sons gold and white floral print lightweight silk crepe dress: fitted shoulders with blouson bodice and sleeves with gathered ...

Fantastic Dorothy O'Hara 1940s draped rayon crepe cocktail dress with dramatic hip draping and cape style back.

1940S Black Rayon Impressionist Floral Print Dress With Asymmetrical Peplum

Rare to see the dress with matching wrap together. The floral motif and style of this runway piece strongly suggests the iconic dresses of Christian Dior in the 1940's-early 50's. ...

Here's your chance to own a piece of classic Hollywood design! An iconic 1940s Adrian Original dress: The man who made Joan Crawford's shoulders famous designed this stunning silk ...

Yves Saint Laurent, Rive Gauche, black Satin back crepe, 1940's inspired cocktail dress, having a V neckline and a ruched bodice.

Cocktail dress in black crêpe and black lace appliqué on a tulle base. Black sequin embroidered on the edge of the lace on the bust on the front and back. Draped on the waist and hip...

A gorgeous, vampy, sexy 1940s cocktail dress of rayon or silk crepe and tulle.

A beauty to behold. This original 1940's dress, rendered in a cream crepe silk, with a pattern of blooming hibiscus flowers in sunsets shades of reds, oranges and yellows, with green...

Rare 1940s MARTHA GALE chocolate brown velvet dress! Features soft brown velvet, with a pocket on the right side hip with hand embroidered bright flowers. Keyhole detail above the bu...

Spectacular 1940s Film Noir Gold/Black Checked Sateen Cocktail Dress w Hip Drapes: A Barbara Stanwyck-worthy cocktail dress in high 1940s style, completely covered yet supremely sexy...

1940s Black Rayon Crepe Cocktail Dress w Keyhole Cutout & Waist Tie & Pink Trim: Bellard - Exclusively at Lipman, Wolfe & Company.

Late 1940's Hattie Carnegie crepe dress with pom pom and jet black velvet details at the waist and mock turtleneck neckline. 3/4 length dolman sleeves with gathered and softly pleate...

Beautiful JOHN GALLIANO for CHRISTIAN DIOR leopard print 40s style silk dress! Classic animal print on a luxurious silk that flows with the body like fluid!Chic ties at each exterior...

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 sta...

A truly rare piece to behold, this original late 1940's grey silk Pauline Trigère dress, fully embellished with silver claw set rhinestones, is the perfect statement piece to add to ...

1940s silk dress in pink, black grey and purple silk dress. Soft padded shoulder and button in front. sash belt. some stains see image attached Bust: 36 inches / Waist: 27 inches / D...

Coral Background with hand sewn beading with a Matching Shawl Scarf. Detachable matching belt. Slit Pockets in the dress with a wonderful Low back. Bust: 34 Waist: up to 26 Length: ...

Product Details: 1940s Vintage Wiggle Dress - Charles Warner Original - Mesh Panel + Bow Detailing / Front Dress - Zipper Fasten / Side Dress - Hand Stitched - Inverted Box Pleat / H...

Lovely vintage 1940s dress in the most beautiful, vibrant Royal blue textured silk! Dramatic neck, with starlet memories! Fantastic full skirt on a dress that would be perfect for an...

Classic 1940s vintage dress in brown and black taffeta. Unlined with front metal zip closure. The bust measures up to 36", waist 27", hips up to 44", and the total len...

Floral voile 1930s day dress in pastel colors. Sleeveless bodice has capelet effect with ruffle border and ties that fit through tab. Paneled skirt flares at sides. Slips over the he...

Les Habitudes / Eavis & Brown Couture created, entirely hand-made in a London atelier Wedding gown with matching shawl Vintage 1990's Photographs a little "whiter" than it looks ...

Lovely Art Deco Hand Embroidered Silk Chiffon and Crepe Slip Dress from the 1930's. Sheer chiffon bodice with double ruffle collar and wonderful hand embroidered florals throughout. ...

Early 1940s Custom made, old Hollywood silky black Jersey gown with shoulder drape. Couture quality, this gown is sleek & modern the fabric is a weighty matte jersey that drapes bea...

This is a magnificent example of a 1930s cut-out work, organza dress in really pristine vintage condition. It is an archetypal 1930s shirt-waister design that reaches ankle length an...

Lovely 1930's Chiffon Art Deco Bias Celadon Gown with 2 toned self flowers and self sashes. Sheer silk chiffon gown slips over head like a bias slip, then sashes tie in back. Matchin...

Wearable with a halter or strapless neckline, this romantic sundress would be the perfect ensemble for a breezy garden party or summer wedding. Ideal for larger busts, the ample shel...

This is a fine vintage evening dress made by Ceil Chapman. It has an empire waist with a heavily beaded bodice at the bust. The jersey body of the dress has a sheath silhouette and a...

1940S Baby Pink Silk Hand Embroidered Negligee Slip Dress With Adjustable Waist Ties

Chanel late 80s early 90s canvas and leather quilted duffle bag. Gold tone hardware. Handle drop 6.5". Detachable strap measures 44". Small glue residue on top, interior smell due to...

Beautiful MANOLO BLAHNIK raspberry pink patent leather strappy high heels in hard to find Size 41 / US 11 ! Features three adjustable straps with silver / nickel hardware. Leather so...

Absolutely incredible unworn vintage Donald Brooks dress in hand-painted hand-embroidered tulle that just glows with different layered colors. Stunning design and colors! One of the ...