1940s Black Knit Puff-Sleeve Belted Midi Dress
Located in London, GB
Very much in a tea dress style, it has a classic nipped-in waist and mid-calf, flared silhouette. The sleeves have puff-shoulders which give way to a slimmer cut through the arm and ...
Peach Lace Gown with Blue Buttons 1940s Vintage with Puff Sleeves - Size 00/0
Located in Kingston, NY
Perfect for collectors, bridal occasions, or those who embrace vintage refinement, this dress blends historic charm with modern-day wearability. Features: Era: 1940s original vinta...
1940S Blush Pink Bias Cut Silk Charmeuse Slip Dress With Puff Sleeves & Lace
Located in New York, NY
1940S Blush Pink Bias Cut Silk Charmeuse Slip Dress With Puff Sleeves & Lace
1970s Yves Saint Laurent Daisy Print Skirt Suit
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
The 1940's style peplum top has a button fastening at the front with 1940s style puff sleeves.
Ossie Clark for Radley moss crepe cream wrap dress, c. 1970s
By Radley, Ossie Clark
Located in London, GB
The dress is full length and features an empire waist with a wrap fastening, short pleated puff sleeves, structured 1940s style shoulders and ruffled trim.
1940s Polished Cotton Floral Print Short Puff Sleeve Maxi Dress
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This is a beautiful full length maxi dress from the 1940's. The fabric is a polished cotton which has a soft touch and a beautiful sheen. Featuring a square neckline and dainty pouf ...
1940s Vintage Black Dress with Celery Green Sash
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage 1940s dress with darling puff sleeves and a celery green sash.
Black Velvet Puff Sleeve Jacket, 1940s
Located in San Francisco, CA
1940s Black Velvet Puff Sleeve Jacket. Adorable puff sleeves and a pointed back peplum are the starring features of this jacket.
1940's Caribbean Novelty Print Linen Halter Playsuit Romper & Puff-Sleeve Jacket
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
My favorite part is the matching puff-sleeve jacket which completes the set perfectly or can be paired with another pant for a versatile look.
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1940s Black Velvet Vintage Evening Jacket W Swing Back & Gathered Puff Sleeves
By Lord & Taylor
Located in Portland, OR
This is one of the most incredible evening jackets we've ever seen! The luxurious black velvet fabric is gathered and there is topstitching to add dimension. The jacket is longer in ...
Vintage Mandell Modell London Apricot Lace Dress and Bolero.
Located in London, GB
A pretty vintage dress in apricot colour lace with a matching bolero. The dress is strapless with boning in the bodice and a side zip. It has a wide ribbon belt and a lace drape. Me...
Vintage Linz Line Black Cocktail /Dinner Dress
Located in London, GB
A chic vintage cocktail/ dinner dress by Linz Line. The dress has a scalloped off the shoulder neckline and is fully lined. There is gathering at the waist, a self fabric belt and ce...
1920S Blush Pink Silk Mousseline & Hand-Made Ecru Filliet Lace Dress
Located in New York, NY
1920S Blush Pink Silk Mousseline & Hand-Made Ecru Filliet Lace Dress
1940s Vintage Black Velvet Cocktail Dress with Collar + 3/4 Cropped Sleeves
Located in Sparks, NV
Flattering vintage 1940s cocktail dress in black velvet with a draped collar and 3/4 length sleeves. Unlined with side metal zip closure. Fits like a modern size small. The bust meas...
1940s Peach Ruffle Necked Slip Style Evening Gown
Located in London, GB
A stunning soft peach silk gown in exceptional condition from the 1940s. The dress has thin straps, with two layers of frills on the front and back of the neck. It opens with poppers...
Incredible 1950s French Lace Bombshell Chantilly Lace Wiggle Dress + Cape
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing vintage 1950s Demi Couture French Lace dress and caplet! Wonderful beige/nude/brown color lace, with matching caplet. Impeccable construction, with the majority of the workma...
1950s Vintage Black Silk Cocktail Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage 1950s black raw silk cocktail dress with origami flower detail at the waist. Classic 1950s hourglass silhouette! Details: Partially Lined Metal Back Zip with Hook Estimate...
1930s Vintage Peach Silk Crepe Lace Evening Gown, Excellent Condition
Located in Kingston, NY
A luminous 1930s evening gown by Viola Gowns rendered in a soft, warm peach tone. This floor-length dress is an exquisite example of early American couture, crafted from whisper-weig...
Vintage 1950's pink silk taupe lace night gown slip dress XS-S
Located in Milano, Lombardia
LOVE LALI VINTAGE The most beautiful vintage night gown from the 1950's - this could most definitely be worn today as an evening dress or even dressed down in the daytime. The dress...
Pale pink rayon nightgown with lace inset Circa 1930's
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Pale pink rayon nightgown with lace inset . Biais. SIZE 40 (Fr) L
1950's Christian Dior London Demi Couture Black Wool Dress
By Christian Dior Haute Couture
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1950's Christian Dior London Demi Couture black wool dress in pristine condition. Made by Christian London, sold at Holt Renfrew Toronto. Demi couture construction including waist co...
$1,693
Size: 6-8 US 2-4
Vintage 1930's Coral Lace & Lamé Evening Gown and mantle ensemble UK 6-8 US 2-4
Located in Nashville, TN
Rendered in the most sumptuous shade of coral, this original 1930's geometric lace dress and matching mantle, accented by gunmetal silver lamé threads, is a rare set to behold. The...
Vintage 1930s taupe floral lace & speech silk gown lingerie UK 8-10 US 4-6
Located in Nashville, TN
This sumptuous vintage 1930's peach Champagne coloured silk gown, accented by the most exquisite taupe floral lace details, is a rare piece to behold and to add to your glamorous lou...
1940's Terracotta Crochet Tea Length Knit Dress Size 2 4
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This gown is composed of a terracotta hue knit. Features a draped neckline and tea length. In excellent condition. **Please cross-reference measurements for personal accuracy. Siz...
Vintage 1940s Orange Tangerine Lace Cocktail Dress with Tulle Overlay
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1940s orange tangerine lace V neck flutter sleeves lace dress over tulle fabric. Fitted on the waist . Old Hollywood Glamour. Fit size Medium Dress lined in acetate. Measurement Bus...
1930S Peach Bias Cut Silk Crepe De Chine Slip Dress With Sleeves & Belt
Located in New York, NY
1930S Peach Bias Cut Silk Crepe De Chine Slip Dress With Sleeves & Belt
PAULINE TRIGERE 1970's Black Sequin Applique Full Length Dress Size 12
By Pauline Trigère
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Pauline Trigere gown is composed of a crepe silk with patterned sequin applique. Features full sheer sleeves and zippered cuffs. There is a center back zipper closure. In excell...
$395
Size: Best fits 2/4, see measurements
Geoffrey Beene 1990s Textured Silk Apricot Beige Strapless Evening Gown
By Geoffrey Beene
Located in San Francisco, CA
Geoffrey Beene textured silk strapless empire waist long evening dress. Amazing warm apricot color, and beautiful texturing of the silk. Back center slit. Built in boned structuring ...
Vintage Oscar de la Renta Sheer Size 10 / 12 Black Silk Chantilly Lace Gown
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in San Diego, CA
Exquisite 1990s vintage OSCAR DE LA RENTA for SAKS 5th AVE Couture black silk chiffon and chattily lace sheer evening gown ! This beautiful dress has so much attention to details. Mu...
Eve Stillman vintage silk pink ivory lace slit night gown slip wedding dress
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Eve Stillman Couture vintage lace night gown in silk. I would guess this to be from the 1970's. It would work just beautifully for a wedding or summers evening The ivory version phot...
Iconic Roberto Cavalli FW 2006 Silk Evening Gown Showstopper
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Berlin, BE
A Roberto Cavalli Masterpiece from 2006 Drenched in the opulence of gilded romance, this Roberto Cavalli silk evening gown is a red-carpet reverie. A symphony of delicate florals, li...
2006 Valentino Haute Couture Ruffle White and Silver Gown
By Valentino
Located in London, GB
One of the most exceptional, one of a kind, evening dresses we have ever had at Circa Vintage. Couture crafted in the Valentino atelier in Rome and designed by Valentino Garavani him...
1930s Gold Floral Lame Dress with Green Lame Fluted Sleeves
Located in London, GB
This outstanding 1930s lamé evening dress is cut to a classic bias-cut silhouette and has a gentle V-neck and full skirt that swirls around the ankles. The fabric is mesmerising, a b...
NEW Missoni Crystal Gold Metallic Lurex Crochet Knit Evening Gown Maxi Dress 42
By Missoni
Located in Switzerland, CH
A fantastic Missoni Crochet Knit Evening Gown Elegant kaftan-style With belt for a perfect fit Sparkling crystal embroidery on neckline Full length Beautiful golden metallic crochet ...
1930s Gold Floral Lame Dress with Organza Capelet
Located in London, GB
1930s gold and floral lame dress with contemporary custom-made capelet. Of an ankle skimming length, this piece is crafted from the most incredible fabric; a glittering golden lamé ...
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