Vintage 1950's Black Velvet Fit and Flare Dress Full Circle Dress UK 8 US 4
Located in Nashville, TN
rhinestone buttons, this original 1950's dress is sure to be a favourite in your seasonal collection. The
Vintage 1950's Black Velvet Fit and Flare Dress Full Circle Dress UK 8 US 4
Located in Nashville, TN
rhinestone buttons, this original 1950's dress is sure to be a favourite in your seasonal collection. The
Vintage 1950's Silk Velvet and Satin pink floral dress satin dress UK 8 US 4
Located in Nashville, TN
A gem to behold, this original 1950's satin dress, in shades of pink and red accented by silk
Vintage 1950's Black Velvet Cocktail Dress Silver Rhinestone Dress UK 8 US 4
Located in Nashville, TN
, this original 1950's dress, is just the piece to add to your cocktail wardrobe. The rounded neckline
Vintage 1950's Black and Pink Silk Velvet Floral Dress & Jacket UK 10 US 6
Located in Nashville, TN
original 1950's dress and matching jacket is the perfect ensemble for that special occasion . The bold
A French Couture Beaded Chocolate Velvet Dress Circa 1940-1950
Located in Toulon, FR
. Unlined dress but Couture hand-finishes. Very light patina of the velvet but without apparent damage. Some
1950S Black Rayon Blend Velvet Sequin Beaded Cocktail Dress
Located in New York, NY
1950S Black Rayon Blend Velvet Sequin Beaded Cocktail Dress
$700Sale Price|20% Off
Suzanne Talbot Velvet Halter Dress
Located in Alford, MA
. Crafted of black velvet, the dress features a halter/scarf of black silk that buttons onto the bodice
1950s Frank Usher Black Panne Silk Velvet Dress
By Frank Usher
Located in London, GB
An original vintage 1950s evening dress from renowned British occasion wear designer Frank Usher
1950s Rose Print Cotton Dress With Black Velvet Bow
By Adore Adorn
Located in London, GB
of the straps. The bodice features a velvet sash which continues around the back of the dress and
1950S Black Strapless Silk Taffeta Dress Pleated With Velvet Ribbon Latticework
Located in New York, NY
1950S Black Strapless Silk Taffeta Dress Pleated With Velvet Ribbon Latticework
Black Quilted Provençal Hostess Dress w Green Velvet Portrait Collar – XS, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
At once girlish and sophisticated, this beautifully crafted hostess dress screams mid-century
Charles James Brown Satin Black Velvet Cocktail Dress
By Charles James
Located in New York, NY
A rare very find, rare Charles James Brown Satin Black Velvet Cocktail Dress. Dating from the 1950
1960s John Cavanagh Black Lace and Velvet Couture Cocktail Dress
By John Cavanagh
Located in London, GB
This incredible 1960s black lace and velvet cocktail dress is couture from British designer John
1950s Jacques Heim Demi Couture Black Velvet Applique Dress
By Jacques Heim
Located in London, GB
Late 1950s to 1960s Jacques Heim demi couture cocktail dress with a lovely and unusual velvet trim
Green Velvet Bindali Caftan Maxi Dress Kaftan Size Large
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
were long dresses, worn with matching slippers. Elegant Moroccan Ottoman style caftan, velvet
Ceil Chapman Off Shoulder Silk Velvet Vintage Gown Black Dress Circa 1950s SM
By Ceil Chapman
Located in North Attleboro, MA
Simply gorgeous 1950's Ceil Chapman black velvet off-the-shoulder gown! Ceil Chapman was one of
Black satin boléro and bustier dress with velvet flowers Christian Dior
By Christian Dior
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black satin boléro and bustier dress cocktail ensemble with black velvet flowers on the bust. Silk
1950s Black & White Striped A line Dress with Velvet Bows & matching belt
Located in New York, NY
1950s A-line Cotton Dress with velvet bows and Matching belt Bust - 36 Waist - 26 Hip - FR
$716Sale Price|20% Off
1950s Edith Flagg Large Size Black Silk Velvet Vintage 50s Wiggle Dress
By Edith Flagg
Located in San Diego, CA
Bombshell early 50s EDITH FLAGG black silk velvet larger size wiggle dress! Edith Flagg was a
New 1950s Suzy Perette Vintage 50s Black Velvet ' Wet Look ' Cocktail Dress
By Suzy Perette
Located in San Diego, CA
BRAND NEW (Never Worn) VINTAGE!!! Chic 1950s Suzy Perrette black silk velvet cocktail dress
1960s Adele Simpson Navy Midnight Blue Velvet Vintage 60s Wrap Shirt Dress
By Adele Simpson
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic mid to late 60s ADELE SIMPSON navy midnight blue long sleeve wrap shirt dress! Features a
1950s Black + Hot Pink Velvet Silk Fit n' Flare Vintage 50s Couture Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous 1950s demi couture black velvet and hot pink silk fit n' flare dress ! Features a tailored
$450Sale Price|62% Off
Fuchsia Satin Portrait Bodice with Black Velvet Embellished Full Skirt
By Barbara Tfank
Located in Los Angeles, CA
iridescent silk taffeta that brings out the beauty of the embellished French black velvet sparkly overlay
$1,265Sale Price|24% Off
Sensational 1950s Demi Couture Crimson Red Crushed Velvet Vintage Mermaid Gown
Located in San Diego, CA
Sensational 50s demi couture crimson red crushed velvet full length mermaid evening dress! Features
1950S FONTANA COUTURE Black & White Silk Dupioni Tiered Skirt Gown With Velvet
Located in New York, NY
in good condition however the bodice shows pin holes where the dress was taken in and then let back
Black Silk Velvet Imperialist Chandelier Bead and Passementerie Gown–XS-S, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
, this regal dress literally drips with understated glamour. Eye-catching thanks to its dangling faceted
1950s Philip Hulitar Ivory and Black Velvet Pearl Encrusted Beaded Gown
By Philip Hulitar
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage Phillip Hulitar 1950s, ivory silk chiffon and black velvet cocktail dress is the
Dior, Vermeer Velvet Dress, 1954
By Mark Shaw
Located in New York, NY
. She is wearing a beige dress and matching coat. Her coat has fur cuffs and fur collar. She is standing
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Dior, Vermeer Velvet Dress, 1954
By Mark Shaw
Located in New York, NY
. She is wearing a beige dress and matching coat. Her coat has fur cuffs and fur collar. She is standing
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Dior, Vermeer Velvet Dress, 1954
By Mark Shaw
Located in New York, NY
Dior. She is wearing a beige dress and matching coat. Her coat has fur cuffs and fur collar. She is
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Dior Curacao Cream Velvet Dress, close up, 1954
By Mark Shaw
Located in New York, NY
Dior Curacao Cream Velvet Dress, close up, 1954 Image size is 22" x 32" (for 24" x 36" paper size
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Dior Curacao Cream Velvet Dress, close up, 1954
By Mark Shaw
Located in New York, NY
Dior Curacao Cream Velvet Dress, close up, 1954 Image size is 13.75" x 20" (for 17" x 22" paper
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Dior Curacao Cream Velvet Dress, close up, 1954
By Mark Shaw
Located in New York, NY
Dior Curacao Cream Velvet Dress, close up, 1954 Image size is 10" x 15" (for 11" x 17" paper size
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Chanel Red Velvet Dinner Dress in Cour de Rohan, 1955
By Mark Shaw
Located in New York, NY
Courtyard Chanel Red Velvet Dinner Dress, Cour de Rohan, 1955 -- A velvet dinner dress by Chanel
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Chanel Red Velvet Dinner Dress in Cour de Rohan, 1955
By Mark Shaw
Located in New York, NY
Courtyard Chanel Red Velvet Dinner Dress, Cour de Rohan, 1955 -- A velvet dinner dress by Chanel
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Chanel Red Velvet Dinner Dress in Cour de Rohan, 1955
By Mark Shaw
Located in New York, NY
Courtyard Chanel Red Velvet Dinner Dress, Cour de Rohan, 1955 -- A velvet dinner dress by Chanel
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Chanel Red Velvet Dinner Dress in Cour de Rohan, 1955
By Mark Shaw
Located in New York, NY
Courtyard Chanel Red Velvet Dinner Dress, Cour de Rohan, 1955 -- A velvet dinner dress by Chanel
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Chanel Red Velvet Dinner Dress in Cour de Rohan, 1955
By Mark Shaw
Located in New York, NY
Courtyard Chanel Red Velvet Dinner Dress, Cour de Rohan, 1955 -- A velvet dinner dress by Chanel
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The Gidding Co. Cincinnati Navy Blue Lace & Silk Velvet Dress, Circa: 1950's
Located in Cincinnati, OH
The Gidding Co. Cincinnati, circa: 1950's navy blue lace dress with diagonal navy blue silk velvet
Unavailable|$299
1950s Velvet Tulle Party Dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
1950s velvet/purple tulle party dress featuring a strapless fitted and boned bodice that has a
Vintage 1950's Calabri Italian Couture Black Velvet & Scalloped Lace Party Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
the most alluring and flattering "little black dress" I have ever seen. Fashioned from silk-velvet
Unavailable|$975
1950's Violet Tulle & Velvet Ball Gown
Located in Oradell, NJ
This is a gorgeous and striking, 1950's vintage, violet tulle and velvet ball gown. The gown has a
Unavailable|$399
1950s Caselton Green Velvet Party Dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
1950s custom made tea-length caselton green cotton velvet sleeveless party dress with a modified
Unavailable|$358
1950s Silk Velvet & Twill Brocade Hattie Carnegie Dress
By Hattie Carnegie
Located in Dallas, TX
Wonderful little 1950s day or dinner dress in a silver velvet & twill brocade. The sheath dress is
Jean Louis Vintage 1960's Beaded Baroque Pattern Gold Panne Velvet Sheath Dress
By Jean Louis
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Jean Louis Vintage 1960's Beaded Baroque Pattern Panne Velvet Sheath Dress. Gold panne velvet in
Unavailable|$235
Black Velvet Eyelet Cocktail Dress, 1950s
Located in San Francisco, CA
1950s Black Velvet Eyelet Cocktail Dress.
Unavailable|$5,360
Pierre Balmain Couture Black Velvet Dress, Circa 1955
By Pierre Balmain
Located in London, GB
A gorgeous piece of couture, this black velvet dress is a fantastic choice for a special occasion
Unavailable|$625
1950's Elegant Muted Pink & Black Velvet Gown with Bolero Jacket
Located in Oradell, NJ
This is simple and elegant, 1950's vintage, muted pink strapless gown with a matching black velvet
Unavailable|$3,500
Givenchy 1950s Strapless Printed Silk Devoré Velvet Dress + Stole
By Givenchy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Strapless printed silk paisley devoré velvet cocktail dress, silk chiffon trim on bust with folded
Unavailable|$425
Minx Modes-Champagne Silk & Black Velvet Cocktail Dress
Located in Oradell, NJ
This is a strikingly dramatic 1950's cocktail dress, beautifully tailored of the finest quality
Unavailable|$943
1959 Christian Dior Black Cocktail Dress with Velvet Trim
By Christian Dior
Located in London, UK
Lovely 1959 Yves Saint-Laurent for Christian Dior black cocktail dress with velvet trim. It was
Important 1950s Christian Dior Couture Blue & Black Silk & Velvet New Look Dress
By Christian Dior
Located in Houston, TX
Rare and amazing... 1950s Christian Dior "New Look" cocktail evening dress. The dress is exemplary
Unavailable|$475
1950s Black Satin Party Dress with Velvet Trim and Floral Detail
Located in Houston, TX
1950's black satin cocktail dress with velvet trim and excellent velvet floral detail. The dress is
1950s Draped Cowl Back & Front Shoulder Bows Velvet Cocktail Party Dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
Amazing dress with Satin front cowl and low back draped cowl with shoulder bows. The dress is a
Unavailable|$9,500
Givency Couture 1950s Printed Devoré Silk Velvet Gown
By Givenchy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This gown has spectacular architectural details beginning with the plissé detail under the right arm to the dramatic 11 angle of the back shoulder. The draping on the skirt cowls t...
Unavailable|$2,250
50s Giovannelli Sciarra Couture Green Velvet Evening Jumpsuit Ensemble
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Drop dead gorgeous jumpsuit in rich emerald green velvet with matching swing jacket. By spectacular
Unavailable|$325
Vintage 1950s Suzy Perette Dress
By Suzy Perette
Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI
➳ vintage 1950's dress * black velvet bodice * black taffeta skirt * acetate & pellon lining
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.
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