Elegant Retro Satin Glamour Gown
Located in New York, NY
Quintessential Timeless Retro Satin Glamour Gown from the 1940's. Of Silk Satin with twist detail at waist which extends onto hips with horsehair supported bands. Strong shoulders wi...
Elegant Retro Satin Glamour Gown
Located in New York, NY
Quintessential Timeless Retro Satin Glamour Gown from the 1940's. Of Silk Satin with twist detail at waist which extends onto hips with horsehair supported bands. Strong shoulders wi...
1940S Purple Embroidered Antique Lace Gown
Located in New York, NY
1940S Purple Embroidered Antique Lace Gown
A Couture Evening dress by Maison Paquin/Antonio Del Castillo - France C. 1949
By Jeanne Paquin
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1949. France Haute Couture evening dress in chocolate brown stretch silk jersey by the famous Maison Jeanne Paquin, 3 Rue de la Paix, Paris, directed by Antonio Del Castillo a...
Emma Domb Rose 1940s Gown
By Emma Domb
Located in Alford, MA
Emma Domb was a California designer known for her cocktail, evening, and wedding attire created first under the Party Lines label and then under the label Emma Domb. This long dress ...
Dramatic Silk Satin Embroidered Dressing Gown
Located in New York, NY
Dramatic Retro Silk Satin Embroidered Dressing Gown from the 1940's. Shirtwaist style in slinky black silk satin with Art Deco style soutache embroidery in yellow and gold tinsel on ...
Vintage 1940s Lace Gown with Shoulder Draping
Located in New York, NY
This stunning vintage late 1940s/early 1950s lace gown is defined by the most romantic off-the-shoulder draped swag, which can be worn a number of ways, or removed entirely— it can s...
1940s Golden Marigold Beaded Gown with Asymmetrical Drape
Located in Kingston, NY
1940s golden marigold crepe dress featuring intricate metallic bugle beadwork in an architectural Art Deco–inspired motif across both the front and back bodice. The fitted waist tran...
1940S Green & Purple Floral Plaid Rayon Taffeta Summer Gown
Located in New York, NY
1940S Green & Purple Floral Plaid Rayon Taffeta Summer Gown
1940's Printed Draped Silk One Shoulder Gown
Located in New York, NY
Elegant 1940's Draped Silk Crepe One Shoulder Gown with ruffled scarf. Draped bodice extends into shoulder with bralette stitched inside for support. Full skirt with panels at each s...
Black Crepe and Gold Kid Leather Deco Gown
Located in New York, NY
Black Rayon Crepe and Gold Kid Leather One Piece Deco Gown from the late 1930's, early 1940's. Pleated faux wrap design with large exaggerated collar and amazing gold kid applique De...
1940s Black Velvet Evening Gown with Ecru Lace and Rhinestones
Located in Kingston, NY
1940s black velvet evening gown featuring an elegant lace capelet overlay adorned with hand-set rhinestones. The fitted velvet bodice is suspended from narrow straps and transitions ...
Nettie Rosenstein Silk Taffeta Cocktail Gown
By Nettie Rosenstein
Located in Sharon, CT
Deep reds floral/abstract overall patterned silk, 'architecturally' draped and constructed on the mannequin A good example of her unique 'hands on' method of construction.
1940s Pink Rayon Crepe Gown With Fantastic Silver Beadwork Waist Details
Located in Gresham, OR
1940s Pink Rayon Crepe Gown With Fantastic Silver Beadwork Waist Details: Full length, classic vintage dusty rose color mid-weight rayon crepe gown with a strong structured shoulders...
1940's Beaded Crepe and Bias Rope Trimmed Gown
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Beaded Crepe and Self Fabric Bias Rope Trimmed Gown from the 1940's. Beautiful and Unusual design with yards of crepe bias rope used as self trim. A cascade of these ropes tr...
1940S Red Rayon Blend Crepe Back Satin Classic Hollywood Gown
Located in New York, NY
1940S Red Rayon Blend Crepe Back Satin Classic Hollywood Gown
1940s Haute Couture Blue Moiré Silk Halter-Neck Maxi Gown
Located in London, GB
This incredible couture made gown was designed in the 1940s but alas, the dress has lost its labels. Tailored from the most beautiful thick moiré silk in indigo blue, it is cut to a ...
Rare 1948 Jacques Fath Beaded Chantilly Lace Dress Gown
By Jacques Fath
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French designer, Jacques Fath has been called the "Couturier's Couturier" and was considered one of the greatest couturiers of the 1950's. He was known for his outstanding opulent hi...
1940S Black & Gold Silk Satin Damask French Demi-Couture Gown
Located in New York, NY
Has no label but bought in Paris. Beautiful French construction and is entirely hand finished. 1940S Black & Gold Silk Satin Damask French Demi-Couture Gown
$416Sale Price|20% Off
1940s Black Taffeta Evening Gown with Scalloped Lace Hem by Irving
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Authentic, preowned vintage evening dress or gown, likely dating to the late 1940s or early 1950s, bearing the coveted IRVING DETROIT boutique label. Crafted in crisp black taffeta, ...
1940S Nave Blue & White Cotton Voile Embroidered Gown With Sheer Jacket
Located in New York, NY
1940S Nave Blue & White Cotton Voile Embroidered Gown With Sheer Jacket
1940's Black and Beige Ribbon Faille and Lace Overlay Evening Gown
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1940's gown with deep film noir vibes. A beige flesh toned underlay gives a nude illusion neckline. Black lace and faille petersham ribbon overlay. Illusion off the shoulder. Classic...
Vintage 1940's Silk Tiered Wildflower Print Gown UK 12 US 8
Located in Nashville, TN
Rendered in the darkest shade of black crepe silk, with a brightly coloured watercolour style floral pattern of wild flowers and tulips, this original 1940's tiered gown, is sure to ...
Vintage 1940 Blush Pink Duchess Satin Evening Gown Attributed Charles James US 4
By Charles James
Located in Nashville, TN
Made in the most exquisite Duchess satin in the softest shade of blush pink, this truly incredible 1940's evening gown, attributed to Charles James, is a rare piece to behold. The s...
1940S Champagne Rayon & Silk Silver Lamé Jacquard Quilted Gown With Appliqué B
Located in New York, NY
1940S Champagne Rayon & Silk Silver Lamé Jacquard Quilted Gown With Appliqué Bodice
$600Sale Price|20% Off
1940s Couture Old Hollywood Silky Black Jersey Shoulder drape Evening Gown
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
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...
1940S Black Silk Rayon Blend Faille Asymmetrical Wrap Bodice Gown With Bows &
Located in New York, NY
1940S Black Silk Rayon Blend Faille Asymmetrical Wrap Bodice Gown With Bows & Shirring
1940S OMAR KIAM Dove Grey Cotton Elaborately Embroidered Summer Gown With Shoul
Located in New York, NY
1940S OMAR KIAM Dove Grey Cotton Elaborately Embroidered Summer Gown With Shoulder & Waist Ties
1940S Black Net Strapless Gown With Green & Pink Striped Taffeta Bodice Shawl
Located in New York, NY
1940S Black Net Strapless Gown With Green & Pink Striped Taffeta Bodice Shawl
1940'S Burgundy & Black Acetate Plaid Full Ballroom Skirt Gown With Victorian R
Located in New York, NY
1940'S Burgundy & Black Acetate Plaid Full Ballroom Skirt Gown With Victorian Revival Bustle
1940s New York Creation Mint & Black Striped Bodice Gown w Structured Shoulder
By New York Creation
Located in Gresham, OR
1940s New York Creation Mint Green Grosgrain & Black Velvet Striped Bodice Gown w Structured Shoulder: A film-inspired look in black and mint.. Wide bands of mint grosgrain are tai...
Christian Dior Haute Couture Milieu de Siecle Dinner Dress Fall/Winter 1949-1950
By Christian Dior Haute Couture, John Galliano
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dior was known for his feminine silhouettes however, he did adapt menswear fashion styles to his designs. Shown is this example of an evening wear ensemble fashioned in wool and enh...
COUTURE c.1940's Purple Gold Belted Sequin Embellished Evening Dress Gown
Located in Thiensville, WI
Vintage Couture c.1940's purple button front floor length evening gown. Extended shoulders. High v-neckline. Eight center front covered dome button closures. Gold sequin polka dot em...
1940S NICHOLAS UNGAR Dusty Rose Rayon Blend Satin Plissé Stripe Gown With Train
By Nicholas Ungar
Located in New York, NY
1940S NICHOLAS UNGAR Dusty Rose Rayon Blend Satin Plissé Stripe Gown With Train
1940S Black, White & Red Silk Organza Sheer Buffalo Check Gown Couture From Par
Located in New York, NY
Haute Couture Quality from Paris no label, many holes & tears but NOT dry rot. Sold as is 1940S Black, White & Red Silk Organza Sheer Buffalo Check Gown Couture From Paris
1940'S Black Silk & Rayon Chiffon Rare One Shoulder Gown With Asymmetrical Drap
Located in New York, NY
1940'S Black Silk & Rayon Chiffon Rare One Shoulder Gown With Asymmetrical Draped Floral Print
1940S Salmon Pink Rayon Crepe Gown With Micro Sequin Ostrich Plums In Gold
Located in New York, NY
1940S Salmon Pink Rayon Crepe Gown With Micro Sequin Ostrich Plums In Gold
1940s Demi Couture Navy Blue + Pale Pink Short Sleeve 40s Vintage Gown / Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage 1940s demi couture navy blue and light pink short sleeve crepe gown! Features a gathered sweetheart neckline with pale pink lace above the bust. Pale pink ruffle al...
1940's Blue Hawaiian Print Rayon Hostess Gown
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Bold periwinkle blue, black and white rayon 1940's hostess gown printed with Hawaiian ethnographic motifs. Mandarin collar with interesting Asian influenced knotted closure and keyho...
1940S Red & Navy Silk Striped Organza Gown With Full Ballroom Swing Skirt Drape
Located in New York, NY
1940S Red & Navy Silk Striped Organza Gown With Full Ballroom Swing Skirt Draped Bodice
Ceil Chapman Long Pink Silk Floral Print Drape Waist Gown , Circa 1940's
By Ceil Chapman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a vintage multi-colored silk floral print gown by Ceil Chapman, from 1940s. The gown has a square neckline, short sleeves, self belted waist, an off-center bow at the bust, d...
Vintage 1940s Red Crepe Silk Floral Beaded Evening Gown 1940s Dress US 6 UK 10
Located in Nashville, TN
This truly enchanting 1940's crepe silk gown, rendered in the most vibrant shade of vermilion red and embellished with gold lamé soutache embroidery surrounding floral beadwork in sh...
$16,800Sale Price|40% Off
Jeanne Lanvin Haute Couture Ivory Silk Crepe Wedding Gown, France, circa 1943
By Jeanne Lanvin
Located in Kingston, NY
A Jeanne Lanvin haute couture evening gown in ivory silk crepe, made in Paris circa 1943 and documented in period American press. Bias-cut and entirely hand-finished, the gown is a r...
Party Lines by Domb 1940s Brown Plaid Taffeta Drop-Waist Party Gown
By Emma Domb
Located in Morongo Valley, CA
Party gown in brown plaid taffeta, c. 1940s, by Party Lines by Domb — the early California label of Emma Domb. - Brown taffeta with plaid windowpane pattern; warm brown base with cr...
$660Sale Price|20% Off
1940s Periwinkle Colorblock Evening Gown with Zip Cuffs, Unisex
Located in Kingston, NY
This elegant 1940s evening gown exemplifies the quiet innovation of wartime and immediate postwar design, where restraint in silhouette met subtle technical experimentation. Cut in ...
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...
Peach Lace Gown with Blue Buttons 1940s Vintage with Puff Sleeves - Size 00/0
Located in Kingston, NY
Step into timeless elegance with this exquisite 1940s vintage ivory lace wrap dress, a rare archival treasure in excellent condition. Designed with delicate craftsmanship, this XS pi...
Vintage 1940's Coral Pink Sequin Embellished Gown Peplum Cut Cocktail US 6 UK 10
Located in Nashville, TN
Rendered in the most sumptuous shade of coral pink rayon paired with black crepe silk and embellished with black sequins and black bugle beads, this original 1940's gown is just the...
Biki Milano Late 1940s Purple and Black Silk Halter Dress with Full Skirt
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage late 1940s (c. 1949) Biki Milano purple and black abstract patterned silk dress in the fitted bodice and full/circle skirted style that became so popular during the 1950s. ...
Fred Perlberg 1940s Black and Gold Evening Dress with Matching Gloves
By Fred Perlberg
Located in London, GB
This arresting Fred Perlberg 1940s black chiffon evening dress with matching gloves is designed to turn heads on the dance floor. Part of it's creator's lovingly titled range of part...
1940's IRENE LENTZ black dress with blouson silk chiffon overlay
By Irene Lentz
Located in San Fransisco, CA
A stunning and hard-to-find piece from the late 1940's created by Irene Lentz. This black gown really channels classic 'film noir' Hollywood glamour from this era. The dress has a...
Dorothy O'Hara Vintage Black Lace Cocktail Dress, 1940s
By Dorothy O'Hara
Located in Sparks, NV
Extremely rare vintage 1940s Dorothy O'Hara cocktail dress in unworn condition with the original tags still attached! Nude illusion lace bustline and draped front. Details: Par...
Rare 1940s Taffetas Silk Dress
Located in Paris, FR
Gorgeous 1940s peach pink silk dress featuring maxi length, fixed flounces on front bust & goes on back sleeves, bias cut with many tailoring details, maxi length. In good vinta...
Kiviette 1940s Black Dress with Elaborate Skirt, Silk Inlay Collar, Frog Closure
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful 1940s little black dress from famed Broadway designer Kiviette. It has long sleeves with zippers at the wrists, a fitted waist and a small silk inlaid collar with an ela...
A French Evening Dress in Artificial silk fibrane - Early 1940s
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1940. France Evening dress in pink purple and yellow gold artificial silk fibrane from the 1940s. Heavy and very fine fabric with an excellent "drop", slightly stretchy and ele...
A French Powder Pink Crepe Satin Ceremonial Dress Circa 1940
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1940. France A Collectible Long dress for evening or ceremony in Fibrane, a reversible matte and satin crepe in artificial fibre, in a subtle powder pink colour, dating from th...
1940s Haute Couture Purple Satin Chiffon Dress
Located in London, GB
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 ...
1940's 'Jewel' Colored Floral Silk Dress
Located in Sharon, CT
'Jewel Colored' print, silk crepe long -nearly floor length evening dress. V yoke in front. Dress appears to be custom hand sewn and pieced in 'couture' manner. Very slim bodice t...
Vintage 1940s Black Velvet Dress
Located in London, GB
A stunning vintage black velvet gown. The dress has a sweetheart neckline, with gathering at the bust and by the side seam. It has cap sleaves and a side zip.
Burgundy silk chiffon draped evening dress Circa 1930
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Burgundy silk chiffon draped evening dress. Zip closure on the middle back. Silk satin slip dress lining. SIZE: XXS
Art Deco Sonia Delaunay Style Black Voided Velvet Evening Dress, Levine & Smith
Located in Sharon, CT
In the manner of Sonia Delaunay. e xciting voided Deco pattern throughout Velvet edging at the neckline and sleeve ends. Tied velvet belt with loops. Zipper in back and two pocket...
1940's Floral Printed Chiffon Gown
Located in Oradell, NJ
This is a lovely 1940's, short sleeved evening gown with a scooped neckline, side zipper for closure, and a flared skirt in a repeated blue, yellow, and red floral design pattern. T...
Exquisite & Fanciful Black Gown with Embroidered Carnations
Located in Oradell, NJ
This is an exquisite and fanciful very fine, black silk tulle gown which has been embellished with embroidered pink carnations throughout the design. The gown probably dates from t...
1940's Black Crepe & Gold Sequined Gown
Located in Oradell, NJ
This striking black crepe gown with its square, wide shoulders, fitted defined waist, long narrow skirt with draping details, and large bow at the hip epitomizes the 1940's silhouett...
40s Strapless Black Chiffon White Bird Gown
Located in San Francisco, CA
40s Strapless Black Chiffon White Bird Gown. This dress is made of black taffeta with a black silk chiffon overlay. The white waffle cotton scalloped trim is embellished with rhinest...
Circa 1947 Adrian Midnight Blue Silk Gown
By Adrian
Located in New York, NY
Adrian designed Katharine Hepburn's wardrobe in The Philadelphia Story, the dazzling and sometimes amusing costumes in The Women and he pretty much defined Joan Crawford's look. He ...
Early 1940's Floral Printed Floor Length Gown
Located in Oradell, NJ
This is a very early 1940's vintage, floral printed lightweight crepe gown with a sweetheart neckline, long sleeves, and a back zipper for closure. The large floral sprays of coral, ...
Exceptionally Gorgeous Gold Satin Evening Gown with Wrap
Located in Oradell, NJ
This is an exceptionally gorgeous gold satin evening gown, ingeniously designed with a detachable wrap, of the late 1930's-early 1940's vintage. The gown may be worn with or without ...
Early 1940's White Satin Gown with Interesting Details
Located in Oradell, NJ
Offered for sale is this exquisitely plain white satin gown with slightly capped sleeves and interesting detailing including modified pleating techniques and the use of yokes. The g...
Late 1940's Jacques Griffe Haute Couture Gown
By Jacques Griffe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant gown from Jacques Griffe dates to the late 1940's. It features a ruched bodice that radiates diagonally from the hip. Shoulder swag is attached at the right shoulder, drape...
VINTAGE 1940s IVORY TAFFETA GOWN w PETAL PEPLUM
By Emma Domb
Located in San Francisco, CA
Featured is an elegant vintage gown by Emma Domb from the late 1940s. Crisp ivory taffeta with asymmetrical pleating and draping, accented with iridescent sequinsa and gilt wire in a...
1940's Black Charmeuse Gown with Gold Leather Details
Located in Oradell, NJ
This is a dramatically striking and glamorous, 1940's vintage, floor length, black charmeuse gown with a wide cummerbund-type of belt which has been embellished with gold leather app...
Pink Glass Beaded 40's Cap Sleeve Gown
Located in Topanga, CA
Stunning short sleeve gown, encrusted in small pink glass bugle beads throughout. Backed on light pink silk crepe, padded shoulders and a gathered drop waist. Kept in pristine condit...
Fabulous Forties Black Crepe Gown with Gold Braided Belt
Located in Oradell, NJ
This is a fabulously sleek and sensual 1940's black crepe floor length gown with an attached gold braided striped belt which has been tied around the back of the gown and is terminat...
Early 1940's, Striking Black & Magenta Taffeta Striped Gown
Located in Oradell, NJ
Offered for sale is this early 1940's, dramatically stunning black and magenta taffeta striped gown, beautifully constructed to flatter the figure. The gown has a very becoming sweet...
1940's Cabbage Rose Printed Gown on Black Background
Located in Oradell, NJ
This is a wonderful early 1940's gown with large pink and yellow cabbage roses on a black background, accentuated with black velvet ribbon. The gown has ten buttons at the back for c...
1940's Cerise Red Sleeveless Gown with Bolero Jacket
Located in Oradell, NJ
This is an early 1940's vintage, cerise red sleeveless gown with a matching bolero jacket which has been embellished with silver metallic lace appliques and rhinestones. The gown has...
Jeanne Lanvin haute couture silver gown, Spring/Summer 1948
By Jeanne Lanvin
Located in London, GB
This stunning strapless gown is a rare example of haute couture by Lanvin herself. Perfect for a formal event or a wedding dress, the gown is constructed in pure silk with an abstrac...
1940s Black Crepe Evening Gown with Sequin Applique
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic 1940s look. Lightweight black rayon crepe with self tie belt and lace peek a boo back. 3-D sequin floral applique. Simple yet elegant.
Superb, 1940's Vintage, Pink and Black Flocked Ball Gown
Located in Oradell, NJ
Offered for sale is this superb, 1940's vintage, pink and black flocked ball gown with black silk velvet detailing. The crinoline is a stiff fabric probably made of horsehair and cot...
1940s Black Rayon Crepe + Lace Insert Panel Evening Gown
Located in Yucca Valley, CA
Beautiful 1940's black rayon crepe evening dress with lace inserts. Such a gorgeous piece! Dress features a wide scoop neck with short lace sleeves and full skirt. Daring sheer la...
1940's Exquisitely Designed White Charmeuse Wedding Gown
Located in Oradell, NJ
Offered for sale is this exquisitely designed, 1940's vintage, white charmeuse wedding gown with a long and full train, embellished with ecru embroidered lace insertions and trim....
1940s 50's FULL LENGTH BLACK JET HEAVILY BEADED GOWN W/SASH
Located in San Francisco, CA
Featured is a magnificent black evening gown, entirely covered in black bead work. The elegant silhouette is highlighted with an attached sash, also heavily beaded, which ties over t...
Belgian 1950's Ruched Silk Jersey Gown
Located in Topanga, CA
This mermaid forrest green dress is ruched throughout. It has been manufactured by hand with precise detailing. It features clear lucite teardrop beads sewn down the body and a net b...
FINAL SALE Vintage Embroidered Hand-Made 1940's Black Gown with Long Train
Located in Amsterdam, NL
This vintage gown is a rare and beautiful piece. It is made from an embroidered fabric with small holes. It does not have any labels but the fabric feels like a kind of rayon. Fits l...
Important 1940s Madame Grès Grecian Goddess Silk Knit Gown in Black and Red
By Madame Gres
Located in Houston, TX
Historically important Grecian goddess gown by the legendary Madame Grès. This lavish yet austere, floor length, one shoulder gown features countless hand-stitched chiffon pleats fr...
1940s Black Silk Gown w/ Illusion Lace, Howard Greer Attribution
By Howard Greer
Located in Bozeman, MT
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Be sure to visit our website, kakkoiimono.com, where you will discover almost 1,000 vintage finds. We'll be celebrating our ...
1940's Iridescent Ivory Gold Beaded Sequin Silk Draped Goddess Couture Gown
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Sparkling gowns from the early 1940's era are perennial favorites and this French couture showstopper is breathtaking. The garment's simple fluid structure is so modern; the fine fan...
Vintage 1940's Saks Fifth Avenue Creme Beaded Chiffon One-Shoulder Bridal Gown
By Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Ethereal late 1940's Saks Fifth Avenue creme goddess gown from the Old Hollywood era of glamour. This stunning silk-chiffon garment has so much couture detail, you can tell it was ma...
1940's Marcelle Dormoy French Couture Black Silk Cut-Outs Low Back Evening Gown
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A breathtaking and incredibly rare early 1940's full-length gown by French couturier Marcelle Dormoy. She started out as a model for Paul Poiret, which she credited with helping her ...
SPECIAL HOLIDAY PRICE: 1940s Vintage evening black dress
Located in Milano, IT
SPECIAL HOLIDAY PRICE: Vintage matelasse silk dress, with straps, draped on the back skirt. Size IT: 42/44 Size USA: 8/10 Waist: 72 cm Length: 147 cm Bust: 94 cm Returns are not a...
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1940s black Chantilly lace evening dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage 1940s black Chantilly lace long evening gown. Petticoat is not included. Black silk taffeta side panels. Back center zipper. Excellent condition, I can find only one tiny bre...
40s Beaded Peplum Evening Dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
40s Beaded Peplum Evening Dress. Glass beads on heavy crepe. Side zip closure. Has pockets!
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1938 French long sequined black lace dress
Located in Newark, DE
This beautiful long black lace dress is adorned with a wide peacock blue sequined band at the V neck front and back and along the ample skirt, long sleeves with pleated shoulders. ...
1940s Black Silk Evening Dress with Lace Overlay
Located in Houston, TX
Wonderful black silk sleeveless evening dress with sweetheart neckline. No label but clearly custom made. The dress features a black lace/net overlay on bodice, with the lace creat...
Balenciaga haute couture black dress, circa 1940
By Balenciaga
Located in London, GB
This stunning Balenciaga little black dress will make a fantastic addition to a modern wardrobe. Constructed in black wool crepe, the dress features a deep v-neckline and capped slee...
1940s Silk Crepe Cocktail Dress
Located in New York, NY
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...
1940 50s STRAPLESS DAISY LACE FULL SKIRT PARTY DRESS & BOLERO
Located in San Francisco, CA
This is a fun strapless lace dress with a matching bolero cut lace long sleeve top. It has a full skirt that can be emphasized with a fluffy big crinoline. It has a sweetheart neckli...
OLD HOLLYWODD GLAM LONG FLOWING CHIFFON RHNESTNE EYELET DRESS
Located in San Francisco, CA
FABULOUS OLD HOLLYWOOD MUTED SOFT BLUE FLOWING CHIFFON. RHINESTONE EYELET BODICE WITH ATTACHED SHAWL ,TRAIN. Bust 34" Waist 29" Length 50.5" Please e-mail or call us with q...
Fabulous Forties Fishtail Black Crepe Sequined Dress with Peplum
Located in Oradell, NJ
This is a fabulous forties black crepe sequined dress with a peplum, gathered onto the bodice, which drapes ever so beautifully into a fishtail at the back of the dress. The bodice h...
JUEL PARK JP-047-1
By Juel Park
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brilliant pink georgette Grecian asymmetrical chiffon gown with cape and white lace detail at bodice and hem.
40s Miss New Yorker Ruby Red Sexy Bias Cut Satin Slip
Located in Miami Beach, FL
The Best Solid-Dyed Slips Start With The BEST Vintage Slips . . . So For Our Collection, We've Made Sure Each Slip Is A Blue Ribbon Winner--As Pretty As Can Be--The Highest Level In ...
40S MISS NEW YORKER CAMO GREEN SEXY BIAS CUT SATIN SLIP
Located in Miami Beach, FL
The Best Solid-Dyed Slips Start With The BEST Vintage Slips . . . So For Our Collection, We've Made Sure Each Slip Is A Blue Ribbon Winner--As Pretty As Can Be--The Highest Level In ...
Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Blue chiffon gown with blue floral embroidery at bodice and pleated bust.
Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pink chiffon gown with pleated bust and silk leaf appliqué at bust.
Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cream silk satin gown with soft gather detailing at bust and finished with lace accents.
Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Soft peach satin robe and gown set. Robe has off white marabou feathers at collar and cuff. The gown has soft gathers at bust with a rosebud applique at center.
Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ballet pink chiffon 2pc robe and gown. Robe has self sash waist belt and thin soft blue satin tie at neck. The gown has a delicate soft blue rosebud embroidery at bust.
Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Peach chiffon gown with lace at hem and bust.
Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Turquoise crepe gown with cream lace at bust and neck.
Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Emerald green satin gown with soft gathering detail at bust.
Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sheer red chiffon long gown with embroidery detailing and lace trim.
Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Long peach silk satin gown with ivory lace panels through out.
Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White chiffon gown with delicate ivory lace bust and single rose appliqué.
Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White chiffon with ivory lace bust gown and rose applique at center.
Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fire red silk satin gown with delicate beige lace at hem and bust.
Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gold silk gown with lace appliques and delicate lace hem. Long watteau shoulder train.
Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pink chiffon short sleeve gown with delicate lace embroidery along the sleeves, neck, and bodice.
Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Lavender floral gown with princess sleeve, delicate silk embroidery throughout bodice, and white lace hem.
Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ivory double layer silk chiffon gown with adorable gather detail at bust and cap sleeves.
Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Blue silk crepe gown with periwinkle lace bodice and white faux fur appliqué on bust.
Betty Carol 1950s Sculptural Dress
By Mamselle, Betty Carol
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous dress from Betty Carol in light weight black wool and silk taffeta. It has a V neckline front and back with fabulous princess seaming creating a fitted silhouette through...
$1,375
Size: Equivalent to French size 34-35
Evening gown in tulle and organza in the style of Madeleine Vionnet, circa 1940
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1940. France A nice haute couture evening gown in black silk tulle and organza, in the style of Madeleine Vionnet or Paquin, dating from the 1940s. A sleeveless gown with an ov...
Vintage 1950s Cinch Cocktail Dress
Located in London, GB
A chic vintage cocktail dress with shawl collar with fringe detail . The dress has wonderful tailoring and opens with a side zip, and is fully lined.
Monique Lhuillier Purple Lace Long Sleeve Gown - 10
By Monique Lhuillier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Monique Lhuillier Purple Lace Long Sleeve Gown - 10. This Monique Lhuillier gown is long sleeved and covered in lace. It is various shades of purple and is fitted through the bodice ...
1930S Russet Brown Bias Cut Rayon Blend Crepe Plissé Gown Slight As-Is
Located in New York, NY
1930S Russet Brown Bias Cut Rayon Blend Crepe Plissé Gown Slight As-Is
$7,450
Size: Equivalent size 35/36 France
A Pierre Balmain Ottoman Silk Faille Couture Ball-Gown N° 83213 Paris Circa 1958
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1958 France A yellow banana ottoman silk faille ball-gown or ceremonial long dress. Boned bodice with large plunge neckline and cream oblique pleated shape faille on the ches...
Mignon Paris Draped Silk Dress 1950s
By Mignon
Located in Water Mill, NY
A stunning black silk dress from Mignon Paris. It is sleeveless with a draped portrait collar, fitted waist and a full skirt- a feat of draping and ruching. The dress has a back pai...
1950s Grecian Style Gathered Dress
Located in London, GB
A white cocktail dress with gathiering and folds, a possible wedding dress? The dress has a sweetheart neckline, foldover skirt, central back zip and is fully lined.
John Anthony Black Silk Chiffon Evening Dress
By John Anthony
Located in New Hope, PA
A classic black silk chiffon evening dress from Coty Award winner and couture quality designer John Anthony. This 1970's dress is a perfect backdrop for your best jewels. It comes wi...
John Galliano Rare Deco Inspired High Style Gown
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Circa f/w 2008 John Galliano mauve silk charmeuse dress adorned with deco inspired faux pearl and crystal beadwork. Features kimono sleeves. Draped neckline held securely with sing...
Valentino Fall/Winter 1996 Runway Finale Dress
By Valentino Garavani, Valentino
Located in Norwich, GB
This gown from Valentino’s Fall 1996 ready-to-wear collection is crafted in the house’s signature red, a hallmark shade closely associated with the brand’s identity. Made from lightw...
Art Deco French Couture 1920's Flapper Dress
Located in New York, NY
Unusual 1920s French Art Deco flapper evening dress of Couture Quality. Luminiscent black laquered silk organza-chiffon, hand applied with paillette embroidery of abstract poppy flo...
Vintage Susan Small Cotton Summer Gown
By Susan Small
Located in London, GB
A fun vintage gown by Susan Small.The dress is in a colourful patchwork print, and has a v neckline, cap sleeves, a self fabric tie belt, frill at the hem, and a central back zip.
Vintage 1970s Victoria Royal Purple Sequin 70s Silk Chiffon Maxi Dress Gown
By Victoria Royal, Lillie Rubin
Located in San Diego, CA
Approximately Size Medium Model in video is US Size 6 and 5’8 feet tall Measurements Bust: 36 to 38 inches Waist: 28 to 30 inches Hips: up to 42 inches Length (top back shoulder se...
Jean Patou Haute Couture Dress Spring-Summer, 1955
By Jean Patou
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Jean Patou Haute Couture dress in guipure, satin and tulle. No label of composition or size, it fits a size 36FR. Haute Couture Collection Spring-Summer 1955. To note, presences of ...
Givenchy Haute Couture Gown 1995 Spectacular Silk Evening Dress
By Givenchy
Located in Berlin, BE
GIVENCHY HAUTE COUTURE 1995 gown, numbered archival piece This breathtaking evening gown is a testament to timeless elegance infused with modern sensibility. The dress features a st...
Loris Azzaro 1970s Silk Jersey Vintage Pink Empire Dress Gown
By Loris Azzaro
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning vintage 1970s Loris Azzaro pink silk jersey gown! Beautiful bodice, with a draped, Grecian/Empire feel to the body. Zipper works great, just could not fit the dress form. In...
Zac Posen Early 2000s Navy Blue Size 2 / 4 Bodycon Cap Sleeve Dress
By Zac Posen
Located in San Diego, CA
Flattering early 2000s ZAC POSEN navy blue bodcon dress! Signature stitching hides any 'problem' areas. Stretch virgin wool blend, and fully lined in silk. Tulip hem in th eback. Hid...
John Galliano for Christian Dior Pink Silk Flower Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful blush pink silk dress with green and bright pink flowers by John Galliano for Christian Dior. It has ruched straps forming a front V, the skirt falls in gentle folds to ...
The NWT Alexander McQueen 2007 Velvet Beaded Flame Gown Entrance Maker!
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Highly coveted and now part of permanent museum collections is Alexander McQueen's 2007 sumptuous velvet flame gown. This is the final one in my inventory offered brand new and unwo...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 2002 "Supercalifragilistic" Leather Harness Skirt Suit Set
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
DESCRIPTION: ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 2002 "Supercalifragilistic" 2 Piece Black Skirt Suit Set - Look #15 Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: Autumn/Winter 2002 Design...
$1,850
Size: none; comparable to size XS
Will Steinman New Look Pink Blue Strapless Back Bow Ballerina Dress - XS, 1950s
By Will Steinman
Located in Tucson, AZ
Pure spun-sugar perfection, right down to the cotton candy colors. Visible beneath the silver lattice-embroidered top skirt, the ruffled attached petticoat provides volume enough to ...
1930s Grey and Gold Lame Dress with Sequin Appliques
Located in London, GB
This 1930s eye-catching gown is crafted from lamé in a slate grey blue with the glittering silver and gold metallic weave revealing a scrolling, botanical and floral theme. The ankle...
Bill Blass Cross Back Dress 1980s
By Bill Blass
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black jersey dress from Bill Blass. It is semi fitted with a full gathered skirt. The back is bare to just below the waist with the exception of straps which meet at a me...
1980's Brown Mink Lightweight Reversible Coat
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Chic 1980's unmarked Canadian brown mink reversible long coat. One side is brown leather patchwork pattern with a fur collar and cuffs. The textured pattern is created by piecing the...
ALBERTA FERRETTI 1997 Vintage Ivory Silk Wedding Dress Bridal Gown w. Flower
By Alberta Ferretti
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Alberta Ferretti Vintage Previous seller purchased in 1997 Warm toned ivory Silk blend Sheer pullover silk slip (can be worn with or without) all pictures are taken with slip underne...
1950s Turquoise Layered Tulle Net Halterneck Dress
Located in London, GB
This original 1950s turquoise and net prom dress is a real show-stopping, fairy tale piece. It reminds us of the Disney Princess dress worn by Cinderella at the ball. There are thr...
Revillon Frères Vintage Women's Sumptuous Sable Fur Coat, Late 20th Century
By Revillon Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is an absolutely sumptuous natural brown Sable fur coat, by Revillon for Saks Fifth Avenue. This coat has a large notched collar, two front slit pockets, an open front and is ...
Valentino S/S 2005 Vintage RUNWAY Sequin Embellished Top Tank Cami
By Valentino
Located in Melbourne, VIC
Prémode presents Valentino S/S 2005 Runway Sequin Top Condition: Good vintage condition. Minor signs of wear Size: Please note, the size and material tag are missing. Best fit for...
Gucci by Tom Ford Black Knit fitted Spaghetti Strap Dress
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
2000s Gucci Black Knit fitted dress with thin strap. Size 0/2 ***small flaws ( see last pic attached)
$490
Size: Medium - Large
Rozae Nichols Charcoal Gray Ombre Sequins A - Line Silk Trapeze Top / Blouse
By Rozae Nichols
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic Rozae Nichols charcoal gray ombre trapeze top! 100% silk, with hundreds of sequins encrusted throughout the entire blouse. Adjustable straps, so you can make shorter or longer. ...
Art Deco Faux Pearl Tiara
Located in New York, NY
Unusual Art Deco Faux Pearl and paste tiara from the 1920's. Paste elements with pearls are attached to a rhodium band and is hinged so that it can expand with wearer. Interior band ...
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.
Costumer to the stars Ray Aghayan brought the famed painting to life with his spectacular design.
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Jeriana San Juan explains how she undertook the intimidating project of designing costumes for the new Netflix series about the New York fashion legend. (Hint: She found vintage Halston on 1stDibs!)
Once considered a controversial item of clothing, fashion designer Sonja de Lennart's creation is now a bona fide classic.
The classic tweed garment has been a wardrobe staple of chic women around the world since the 1950s.
Amanda Benchley and Bridget Moynahan teamed up to explore the relationship between powerful women and their most significant footwear.
This year's Costume Institute exhibition is all about embracing the eccentric.
Ballrooms, Bar Suits and British royals — in a sweeping exhibition, the London museum looks back on 70 years of the French fashion house, as well as its illustrious founder and his fondness for the United Kingdom.