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 velvet flocking details, in a pattern of wild daisies, is just the perfect piece for you...
Vintage 1950's Black Velvet Cocktail Dress Silver Rhinestone Dress UK 8 US 4
Located in Nashville, TN
Rendered in the deepest shade of black velvet and embellished with silver claw set rhinestones, this original 1950's dress, is just the piece to add to your cocktail wardrobe.
Vintage 1950's Black and Pink Silk Velvet Floral Dress & Jacket UK 10 US 6
Located in Nashville, TN
Rendered in the most sumptuous black and floral satin with silk velvet flocking accents, this original 1950's dress and matching jacket is the perfect ensemble for that special occas...
A French Couture Beaded Chocolate Velvet Dress Circa 1940-1950
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1940. France A cocktail dress, probably Haute Couture, dating from the 1940s. Dress in chocolate velvet panne with puffed three-quarter sleeves adorned with embroidery in sablé...
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
J. Suzanne Talbot was a celebrated designer during the 1920s and onward in France, known particularly for her hat designs. This dress from the 1950s, bearing her label, shows the hal...
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. This dress dates from the early part of the decade and is made from a fabulous quali...
Vintage 1950s Autumnal Floral Print Dress Velvet Ribbon US 4 UK 8
Located in Nashville, TN
The wonderful flowing line of the skirt, is accented by gathered pleats that radiate from beneath the velvet ribbon band, completing this dress in an iconic late 1950's silhouette.
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
1950's Light Blue Silk Satin and Cut Velvet Evening Gown
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This late 1950's pale aqua blue evening gown gives us visions of Grace Kelly elegance. The gown is composed of a luxurious satin with just the right amount of shine to catch someone'...
1950s Rose Print Cotton Dress With Black Velvet Bow
By Adore Adorn
Located in London, GB
This charming 1950s cotton dress with rose print in an assortment of pastel shades - pink, lilac, yellow, jade green and white over a black and gold daisy print. The dress has a boat...
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 entertaining. The quilted fabric is puffy enough to be soft but stiff enough to stand on...
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's this design is well recognized as his in other fabrications.
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 design. It has a wide boatneck and short sleeves, which feature a black velvet pane...
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 Cavanagh, who was renowned for his understated, elegant designs and often created pie...
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!
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 organza lining. Snap closure on the jacket and on the dress as well in the middle f...
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 Length - 41 Size Us - S
$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 Romanian-born fashion designer who started her own label in 1950.
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! Brand New deadstock vintage dress! Skirt features soft black silk velvet, with built i...
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 flattering fitted bodice with a forgiving full skirt. Wrap style buttons on the interio...
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 bodice with a full skirt. Hot pink bow detail at left side. Matching pink fabric a...
$450Sale Price|62% Off
Fuchsia Satin Portrait Bodice with Black Velvet Embellished Full Skirt
By Barbara Tfank
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Make a gorgeous entrance in spectacular tea-length gown. Fuchsia satin bodice made of Taroni double faced satin featuring a v-neck off-the-shoulder portrait neckline. Built into th...
$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 luxurious crushed silk velvet, with a form fitting bodice and skirt. Dramatic flar...
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 out with a new zipper. 1950S FONTANA COUTURE Black & White Silk Dupioni Tiered Ski...
Black Silk Velvet Imperialist Chandelier Bead and Passementerie Gown–XS-S, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
A gown that would be right at home sledding through the steppes or attending the Mariinsky Theater, this regal dress literally drips with understated glamour. Eye-catching thanks to ...
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 perfect party dress or great for wedding. Gown has intricate black velvet, ivory silk ch...
Dior, Vermeer Velvet Dress, 1954 - Mark Shaw Editioned Giclée Print
By Mark Shaw
Located in New York, NY
A model wearing Dior photographed by Mark Shaw in the mid 1950s. Recently published in the book Dior, Glamour, Mark Shaw. Rizzoli, 2013. Image size is 22" x 32" (for 24" x 36" pap...
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Dior, Vermeer Velvet Dress, 1954 - Mark Shaw Editioned Giclée Print
By Mark Shaw
Located in New York, NY
A model wearing Dior photographed by Mark Shaw in the mid 1950s. Recently published in the book Dior, Glamour, Mark Shaw. Rizzoli, 2013. Image size is 10" x 15" (for 11" x 17" pap...
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Dior, Vermeer Velvet Dress, 1954 - Mark Shaw Editioned Giclée Print
By Mark Shaw
Located in New York, NY
A model wearing Dior photographed by Mark Shaw in the mid 1950s. Recently published in the book Dior, Glamour, Mark Shaw. Rizzoli, 2013. Image size is 13.75" x 20" (for 17" x 22" ...
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Dior Curacao Cream Velvet Dress, Close Up, 1954 - Mark Shaw Editioned Print
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). All Mark Shaw prints are made to order in limited editions on Hahnemuhle photo rag...
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Dior Curacao Cream Velvet Dress, Close Up, 1954 - Mark Shaw Editioned Print
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 size). All Mark Shaw prints are made to order in limited editions on Hahnemuhle photo ...
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Dior Curacao Cream Velvet Dress, Close Up, 1954 - Mark Shaw Editioned Print
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). All Mark Shaw prints are made to order in limited editions on Hahnemuhle photo rag...
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Chanel Red Velvet Dinner Dress in Cour de Rohan, 1955 - Mark Shaw Edition
By Mark Shaw
Located in New York, NY
Courtyard Chanel Red Velvet Dinner Dress, Cour de Rohan, 1955 -- A velvet dinner dress by Chanel, is photographed in the vine hung Paris courtyard, Cour de Rohan, in 1955. THE 24” x ...
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Chanel Red Velvet Dinner Dress in Cour de Rohan, 1955 - Mark Shaw Edition
By Mark Shaw
Located in New York, NY
Courtyard Chanel Red Velvet Dinner Dress, Cour de Rohan, 1955 -- A velvet dinner dress by Chanel, is photographed in the vine hung Paris courtyard, Cour de Rohan, in 1955. THE 24” x ...
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Chanel Red Velvet Dinner Dress in Cour de Rohan, 1955 - Mark Shaw Edition
By Mark Shaw
Located in New York, NY
Courtyard Chanel Red Velvet Dinner Dress, Cour de Rohan, 1955 -- A velvet dinner dress by Chanel, is photographed in the vine hung Paris courtyard, Cour de Rohan, in 1955. THE 24” x ...
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Chanel Red Velvet Dinner Dress in Cour de Rohan, 1955 - Mark Shaw Edition
By Mark Shaw
Located in New York, NY
Courtyard Chanel Red Velvet Dinner Dress, Cour de Rohan, 1955 -- A velvet dinner dress by Chanel, is photographed in the vine hung Paris courtyard, Cour de Rohan, in 1955. THE 24” x ...
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Chanel Red Velvet Dinner Dress in Cour de Rohan, 1955 - Mark Shaw Edition
By Mark Shaw
Located in New York, NY
Courtyard Chanel Red Velvet Dinner Dress, Cour de Rohan, 1955 -- A velvet dinner dress by Chanel, is photographed in the vine hung Paris courtyard, Cour de Rohan, in 1955. THE 24” x ...
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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, V-Neck, side zip and fully lined.
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 sweetheart neckline adorned with ruffled tulle. The full skirt has multiple tiers of ru...
Vintage 1950's Calabri Italian Couture Black Velvet & Scalloped Lace Party Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A stunning Calabri couture Florence, Italy beauty dating back to the mid 1950's. This is perhaps the most alluring and flattering "little black dress" I have ever seen.
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 taffeta underslip, layers of tulle, a boned bodice, and a side zipper for closure. ...
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 neckline decorated with a panel of pleated tulle. Attached at the neckline is a paste...
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 princess seamed through the bust with pleats opening from the waistline seam into t...
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 scroll baroque pattern with black glass bugle beads. Stunning. Please use the zoom fe...
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Black Velvet Eyelet Cocktail Dress, 1950s
Located in San Francisco, CA
1950s Black Velvet Eyelet Cocktail Dress.
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. The dress features exquisite ribbon work, which runs in bands around the skirt, wit...
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 bolero jacket. The fabric is quite wonderful and resembles a raw textured silk wit...
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 drop bow. Matching fabric shawl with silk chiffon. SHAWL MEASUREMENTS Length -...
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 fabrics and designed for Minx Modes.
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 part of Yves Saint-Laurent's second and final collection for Christian Dior and ha...
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Size: French 36,US2/4 See Measurements
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 of Dior's new look - it includes a pleated full skirt ending at the calves, a cinch...
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.
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 sumptuous black velvet. Lined and metal side zipper Sexy Mad Men! Bust: 36" Wai...
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 to...
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 Italian couturier Giovannelli Sciarra. Catsuit style - super sexy with plunging ne...
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 * beautiful ruched full skirt * metal back zipper * by Suzy Perette condition ...
1950's Pierre Balmain Couture Black Velvet Dress
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Toronto, ON
Vintage Pierre Balmain early 1950's couture dress. Black velvet bodice, striped pleated satin ribbon and velvet ribbon on tulle skirt.
Vintage 1950's Two Tone Silk + Velvet Party Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Stunning two tone 1950's party dress with a full skirt and bow detailing in the back.
Vintage 1950's Black Velvet Fit and Flare Dress Full Circle Dress UK 8 US 4
Located in Nashville, TN
Rendered in a lustrous black velvet and accented by a cream cotton décolletage and statement silver rhinestone buttons, this original 1950's dress is sure to be a favourite in your s...
Vintage 1950's Black Organza Burn Out Velvet Party Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Chic 1950's black velvet and black burnout sheer organza party dress with a huge sweep, and built in crinoline.
Vintage Suzy Perette 1950's Black Velvet + Silk Cocktail Dress
By Suzy Perette
Located in Sparks, NV
The 1950's silhouette to the extreme! This dress takes the hourglass shape to the next level with its avant garde giant bow shelf bust.
1950's House of Worth Tiger Patterned Voided Velvet Dress & Jacket
By House of Worth, Worth
Located in New Hope, PA
Designed by the descendants of Charles Fredrick Worth, The Father of French Couture, this dress and jacket from the 1950's have a very contemporary look. has a The sleeveless dress h...
Vintage 1950's silk pleated velvet halter neck cocktail dress LBD 50s UK 8 US 4
Located in Nashville, TN
A marvel to behold. This original 1950's silk pleated dress with velvet and tulle accents, is the perfect piece for that special occasion.
SUZY PERETTE PURPLE VELVET DRESS
By Suzy Perette
Located in Alford, MA
Suzy Perette was known for the cocktail dresses it produced during the 1950s and '60s. This example is made of lush purple velvet and features a fitted bodice with a separate front p...
A French Couture Beaded Chocolate Velvet Dress Circa 1940-1950
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1940 France A cocktail dress, probably Haute Couture, dating from the 1940s. Dress in chocolate velvet panne with puffed three-quarter sleeves adorned with embroidery in sablé ...
1950s White Velvet Embossed Floral Print Dress
Located in London, GB
This late 1950s to early 1960s dress has a most unusual embossed floral print overlaid into the white crushed velvet fabric. The tone is a burnished gold with pastel coloured florals...
1950s Pink Silk and Velvet Dress
Located in London, GB
Lovely American vintage classic 1950s dress in fuchsia pink silk with wide pink velvet band at the hem. This pretty dress has capped sleeves, a rounded boat neckline, princess seams,...
Princess Irene Galitzine Metallic Velvet Evening Dress
Located in New Hope, PA
Irene Galitzine, a Russian born Princess, became a world class designer in her adopted home of Italy. She was so stylish that she was elected to The International Best Dressed List i...
1950S Chocolate Brown Silk Chiffon & Velvet Swing Skirt Party Dress
Located in New York, NY
1950S Chocolate Brown Silk Chiffon & Velvet Swing Skirt Party Dress
1950S Black Satin & Velvet Strapless Cocktail Dress With Pink Embroidered Roses
Located in New York, NY
1950S Black Satin & Velvet Strapless Cocktail Dress With Pink Embroidered Roses
1950S Black & White Striped Cotton A Line Dress With Velvet Bows Matching Belt
Located in New York, NY
1950S Black & White Striped Cotton A Line Dress With Velvet Bows Matching Belt
1950s Suzy Perette Leopard Print Velvet Swing Cocktail Dress W/ Red Crinoline
By Suzy Perette
Located in Gresham, OR
A fantastic Dior-inspired 1950s Suzy Perette leopard print velveteen cocktail dress with very fitted bodice and full skirt. Three quarter sleeves and ballet neckline. Entire skirt is...
Long evening velvet dress asymmetrical with rhinestone and black tulle
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Long evening velvet dress asymmetrical with rhinestone, black tulle and bow in the back
1950s Black Velvet Cocktail Dress with Tulip Embroidery
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Beautiful 1950s Black velvet cocktail dress embroidered in purple, Pink and green tulip. sweet heart neckline and the waist has a cummerbund type waist . Size: Small (2-4) Bust : 3...
Ginger Rogers Couture 50s Silk Taffeta & Velvet Cocktail Dress
Located in Gresham, OR
From the couture wardrobe of the famed dancer Ginger Rogers comes this spectacular 1950s cocktail dress in pure silk taffeta flocked in velvet florals with a broad ballet neckline an...
1950's Dior Inspired Charcoal Grey Silk Satin Gown Black Velvet Floral Motif
Located in New Hope, PA
This elegant evening gown is the perfect jewelry dress, so classic it is just waiting for your most glamorous gems. It is made from charcoal grey silk satin with black velvet floral ...
1950s Suzy Perette Black Velvet Cocktail Dress with Bow Detail
By Suzy Perette
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Black velvet and satin 1950’s Suzy Perette cocktail dress.
1950s Suzy Perette Velvet and Taffeta Cocktail Dress w/ "Bib" Front
By Suzy Perette
Located in Gresham, OR
A super-cute 1950 Suzy Perette "Bib" front cocktail dress: full skirt and fitted bodice in velvet and taffeta.
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Size: 38 (Fr) 6/8 US
Iconic "Sonatine" cocktail dress in black velvet and tulle Christian Dior 1957
By Christian Dior
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
"Sonatine" cocktail dress in black velvet , plumetis tulle and black velvet bow. Boned bustier in tulle inside the dress close in the middle back with hook&eye. The white plumetis t...
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Vintage 1950s Red Lace and Velvet Fit and Flare Dress with Off-the-Shoulder Neck
Located in New York, NY
This vintage 1950s red lace fit and flare dress is so romantic— it reminds me of something Audrey Hepburn would have worn in the 1950s! It is such a chic option for a holiday party d...
Vintage Norman Norell Blue and Grey Floral Print Silk Velvet Cocktail Dress
By Norman Norell
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Early 60s Fabulous Norman Norell blue, gray and white floral print drop waist cocktail silk dress. Size: Small Bust: 34 inches/ Waist: 31 inches / Dress length: 43”
Incredible 50s Mr. Blackwell Velvet Gown w/ Glittering Medallion
By Mr. Blackwell
Located in Gresham, OR
An incredible 1950s Mr. Blackwell Custom designed gown: Black velvet column with thin straps, back slit, and white silk satin lined back panels. The gorgeous finishing touch is a mi...
Dorothy O'Hara 50s Swallowtail Strapless Lace and Velvet Column
Located in Gresham, OR
Dorothy O'Hara is best known for her 40s crepe dresses with artful draping. This is a fine example of her early 50s work. A boned and structured strapless column gown of over-embro...
50s Black Velvet and White Satin Strapless Gown w/ Rhinestones
Located in Gresham, OR
A classic 1950s strapless gown: black velvet structured bodice with peaked decolletage, scattered rhinestones, fitted hip and a pleated flared white satin skirt!
1950S NINA RICCI Ivory Silk & Brown Velvet Gown With Evening Cape
By Nina Ricci
Located in New York, NY
1950S NINA RICCI Ivory Silk & Brown Velvet Gown With Evening Cape
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Size: Equivalent French Size 36
A Jean Allen Evening Taffeta and Velvet Gown - London Circa 1955/1960
By Jean Allen
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1955/1960 London England Evening dress in taffeta and flocked velvet from the Jean Allen designer House in London from the late 1950s. The Pierre Balmain designer House in Pari...
Vintage 1950s French Couture Flocked Silk Velvet Top + Skirt Ensemble
Located in Sparks, NV
Gorgeous heavy weight flocked silk velvet skirt and matching velvet top with hand-stitched couture detailing. Inverted pleats, fringe trim and a huge sweep. The skirt is fully lined ...
Madame Gres 1954 Personally Owned Black Velvet Grey Silk Draped Pleated Gown
By Madam Gres
Located in Jersey City, NJ
This is a historically significant haute couture gown personally owned by the legendary French designer Madame Grès. Created in 1954, the gown showcases her iconic mastery of draping...
A Worth French Couture Velvet Dress and Bolero Circa 1950
By Worth
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1950 France Haute Couture evening set consisting of a dress and a bolero in black silk velvet by Maurice or Roger Worth from the early 1950s.
COUTURE c.1950’s Black Ivory Velvet Floral Pearl Beaded Belted Party Dress
Located in Thiensville, WI
COUTURE c.1950’s Black Ivory Velvet Floral Pearl Beaded Belted Party Dress Circa: 1950’s Label(s): “Nu Stur Belt Co” Style: Fit n Flare party dress Color(s): Shades of black and iv...
Velvet Dress For Cinema Sonia Delaunay Style
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1970 France Red patchwork velvet dress with pieces of fabric in green, yellow, blue, orange in the shape of hald circles typical of Art Deco. Large multicolored acetate butto...
Young Modes CLAUDIA YOUNG c.1950's Black Velvet Mink Fur Cuff Cocktail Dress
Located in Thiensville, WI
DESCRIPTION: Young Modes CLAUDIA YOUNG c.1950's Black Velvet Mink Fur Cuff Cocktail Dress Circa: c.1950’s Label(s): Young Modes by Claudia Young Designer: Claudia Young Style: Cock...
Vintage 1950s 50s Black Velvet Cocktail Dress with Floral Embroidery
Located in Sparks, NV
Early 1950s black velvet cocktail dress with colorful floral embroidery. Full sweep. Details: Fully Lined Back Metal Zip Snap and Hook Closure Estimated Size: Small Color: B...
1950s Red Velvet and Swiss Dot Tulle Dress
Located in London, GB
An exceptional red velvet and tulle evening dress in a classic 1950s silhouette. The main bodice is made from a deep crimson red velvet, with a gathered bust which has internal bonin...
Vintage 1950s Sheer Burnout Velvet Organza Scalloped Party Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
The 1950's at their best!-- Stunning nude, black and white full circle party dress in sheer burnout velvet organza.
1950S Mint Green Silk & Rayon Chantilly Lace Cocktail Dress With Velvet Ribbon
Located in New York, NY
1950S Mint Green Silk & Rayon Chantilly Lace Cocktail Dress With Velvet Ribbon And Bows
1950s Vintage Flocked Velvet + Glitter Nude Illusion Cocktail Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Gorgeous vintage cocktail dress with flocked velvet nude illusion fabric and a full sweep. Multicolor glitter accents. Details: Fully Lined Back Metal Zip and Hook Closure Ma...
Vintage Albert Nipon 1990s Black Silk Floral Print Dress US Size 10
By Albert Nipon
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Authentic, preowned vintage Albert Nipon for Nipon Boutique silk dress, likely dating to the 1990s. Rendered in black silk with a vivid floral print throughout, this elegant dress ha...
$1,100
Size: none; comparable to size large
Regency Burgundy Silk Velvet Jeweled Cutout Back Bias Gown with Train – L, 1930s
Located in Tucson, AZ
While the rich color, poured-on bias draping and jewel button sleeves will elicit gasps, the real star of this gown is the back: two diamond cutouts linked by pave jeweled hoops make...
1950s Magenta Jacquard Print Floral Evening Dress
Located in London, GB
A superb and magnificent magenta coloured floral print satin evening dress from the mid-1950s. Formal wear from this era is becoming increasingly difficult to source and this is a b...
1960's SAKS 5TH AVE Pink Floral Brocade Hand Beaded Cocktail Dress Sz 4
By Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This vintage cocktail dress is composed of a pink floral brocade fabric embellished with sequins and beading. There is a center back zipper closure. In excellent vintage condition. ...
Vintage Black Velvet Floral Embroidered Floral Evening Coat UK Size UK 10 US 6
Located in Maghera, GB
A striking vintage Sub Rang Collection evening coat, crafted in sumptuous deep black velvet and lavishly decorated with elaborate floral embroidery. The coat features an elegant lon...
Vintage 1950's Pink Satin Embroidered Scalloped Tiered Tulle Dress UK 6-8 US 2-4
Located in Nashville, TN
This truly spectacular 1950's dress, rendered in a blush pink satin which is embroidered with pink lurex and cream threads in a swirling floral design, set against layers of matching...
1980s Travilla Size 10 Black Matte Silk Jersey Rhinestone Vintage 80s Gown Dress
By Travilla
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and timeless WILLIAM TRAVILLA black matte silk jersey rhinestone encrusted long sleeve evening gown ! Features flattering ruching throughout the bodice. Interior shoulder p...
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...
$1,475
Size: Large / XL
Stunning 1950s Bullock's Wilshire Large Size Black Silk Sequined 50s Midi Dress
By Bullock Wilshire
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning vintage 50s Bullock's Wilshire demi couture black silk sequined tea length midi dress! Features thousands of hand-sewn black sequins throughout the entire dress. Pocket at t...
BARBARA TFANK Vintage style Black, Jade, Rose Gold Floral Maxi Coat
By Barbara Tfank
Located in Los Angeles, CA
BARBARA TFANK French lux jacquard textile in Black, jade and rose Gold Embellished Floral Motif shawl collar maxi A line coat. Cinched flatteringly at at the waist with a jet black ...
1960s Samuel Winston 2-Piece Dress and Jacket Ensemble in Floral Matte Faille
By Samuel Winston
Located in Gresham, OR
1960s Samuel Winston 2-Piece Dress and Jacket Ensemble in Floral Matte Silk Faille : A charming cocktail dress and jacket with hot pink floral print, brown branches and a mottled sla...
$700Sale Price|30% Off
Size: Small
Oscar de la Renta Vintage Black velvet embroidered and beaded shift dress, 1960s
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Oscar de le Renta Black velvet shift dress wi beading on sleeves- size small- circa early 60's. This garment is in excellent pre-owned condition.
1960s Silk Floral Print Cocktail Dress with Detachable Skirt
Located in Sparks, NV
Two for the price of one! Elegant 1960s floral print silk sheath dress with sheer silk organza detachable skirt layer that snaps on and off. The burgundy red and black silk fabric on...
1970s Nolan Miller Couture Chocolate Brown Silk Chiffon Vintage 70s Midi Dress
By Nolan Miller
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1970s NOLAN MILLER COUTURE chocolate brown silk chiffon long sleeve midi dress ! Miller, who was the famed designer for all the wardrobe on "Dynasty" in the 80s, started hi...
$796Sale Price|20% Off
Size: Small
1950s Dynasty I Magnin Raspberry Red Gold Flowers Silk Satin Vintage 50s Dress
By Dynasty
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning mid/late 1950s DYNASTY for I. MAGNIN raspberry red and gold silk satin sleeveless demi couture dress! Not quite red, and not quite pink, this beautiful gem features gold emb...
$933Sale Price|25% Off
Size: XS
1950s Demi Couture House of Nine Black Silk Chiffon Vintage 50s Rhinestone Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1950s House of Nine demi couture black silk chiffon bombshell halter dress ! Tailored bodice with three strands of rhinestones under the bust that leads into the back. Full...
Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Silk Pants Suit
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Sharon, CT
White silk 'summer' floral ensemble. Blouse with padded shoulders, no buttons and slits on the sides, ties with a 92x4"matching belt. Length of blouse is 29". Matching paints waist 2...
$716Sale Price|20% Off
Size: Medium
1970s Hiroko Salmon / Coral Color Blocked Slinky Vintage 70s Bias Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Slinky 1970s HIROKO salmon and coral color blocked jersey bias cut maxi dress! This beauty simply slips over the head and stretches to fit. Slimming diagonal stripes on the front and...
$840Sale Price|20% Off
Size: Medium
Vintage Mollie Parnis 1970s Blue and White Novelty 70s Linen + Cotton Dress
By Mollie Parnis
Located in San Diego, CA
From the queen of dressing First Ladies, comes this wonderfully chic 1970s vintage MOLLIE PARNIS blue and white nautical linen/cotton dress ! Features the perfect linen/cotton blend ...
Gorgeous 1970s Hand-Beaded Silk Evening Dress Bohemian Gown
Located in Berlin, BE
Gorgeous 1970s gown in the spirit of the 1920s, cut in breathtaking pure silk and entirely hand-embellished. The construction is deceptively simple: a loose, drop-waisted silhouette ...
1990s Michael Casey Silk Ombre Botanical-Patterned Strapless Gown W/ Train
By Michael Casey
Located in Gresham, OR
A lovely 1990s Michael Casey silk ombre botanical-patterned silk chiffon strapless gown with ruching and gathering at bodice. Asymmetrical delicate bronze toned bamboo leaf beaded g...
$2,495
Size: 44 / US 10 - 12
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Sz 44 Black Corset / Bustier Dress YSL
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Drop dead gorgeous vintage Yves Saint Laurent 'Rive Gauche' YSL black dress! Quite possibly the most flattering dress I have ever seen! This rare beauty does wonders for the body! Co...
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
Red Ruffled Dress Flamenco Dancer Party 1950s -60s
Located in Wallkill, NY
Spectacular! I look at this dress and think Flamingo Dancer with a Full Layered Ruffled skirt. Very tiny Polka Dot motif. Lined and the dress fabric is backed. Summer fun in this dre...
$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 ...
1970 Adolfo Sailor Stripe Navy & Cream Knit Maxi Dress W/ Button Front
By Adolfo
Located in Gresham, OR
1970s Adolfo body-conscious rayon knit sailor striped navy and cream maxi dress with front button placket closure. Gives a modern Gaultier vibe. Size 6-8.
1920s Silver Cobweb Lame Flapper Culottes Dress
Located in London, GB
Tailored to a classic 1920s drop-waist silhouette, this is a rare surviving culottes dress from the earlier part of the flapper era and our oldest ever jumpsuit design! This antique ...
Pink Silk Dress Hand Beaded "Gatsby" Flapper Dress 1920s
Located in Wallkill, NY
They are getting harder to find, and even harder to find in wearable condition. This silk pink dream is all hand beaded. Stunning T back. Bugle beading around the neckline and arms. ...
Saint Laurent Star Print Deep V Neck One Piece Halter Swimsuit Black White Red
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Francisco, CA
Yves Saint Laurent black one piece halter swimming suit with red and white star print throughout. Flattering high cut legs and low cut back. Small metal YSL logo at hip. 82% polyam...
$395Sale Price|33% Off
Size: Medium - Large
Chic 1960s Black and White Gingham Long Sleeve A - Line Vintage 60s Wool Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic late 1960s black and white large houndstooth long sleeve A-line dress! Features a fitted bodice with a full skirt. Oversized collar, and bell sleeves that cuff at the hem. Featu...
UNWORN Emilio Pucci Peter Dundas 2011 Crochet Knit Maxi Dress Bridal Wedding 42
By Peter Dundas, Emilio Pucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
ABSOLUTELY INSANE EMILIO PUCCI CROCHET KNIT CUTOUT GOWN A real gem - inspired by icon Jane Birkin's dress One of the most famous Pucci by Peter Dundas dresses ever! Worn by celebriti...
UNWORN Emilio Pucci by Peter Dundas 2011 Navy Crochet Knit Maxi Dress Gown 42
By Peter Dundas, Emilio Pucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
ABSOLUTELY INSANE EMILIO PUCCI MIDNIGHT BLUE CROCHET KNIT CUTOUT GOWN DESIGNED BY PETER DUNDAS SOLD OUT IMMEDIATELY WORN BY TOPMODELS AS CLAUDIA SCHIFFER, MIRANDA KERR AND MANY OT...
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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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.
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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.