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1950’s Ceil Chapman Black Crepe Crossover Dress
1950’s Ceil Chapman Black Crepe Crossover Dress

1950’s Ceil Chapman Black Crepe Crossover Dress

By Ceil Chapman

Located in London, GB

A beautifully cut mid 1950s little black dress by celebrated American designer Ceil Chapman, known

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1950s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1950s Helen Rose Black Dress
1950s Helen Rose Black Dress

1950s Helen Rose Black Dress

By Helen Rose

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Beautifully constructed, this simple silk Helen Rose from the 1950's is the most classic LBD. The U

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1950s American Day Dresses

1950's Lanvin Brown Evening Dress
1950's Lanvin Brown Evening Dress

1950's Lanvin Brown Evening Dress

By Jeanne Lanvin, Lanvin Paris

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Lanvin brown evening gown from the 1950's. The empire waist dress features spaghetti straps and a

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1950s French Evening Gowns

Ceil Chapman 1950's Black Cocktail Draped Cocktail Dress Size S
Ceil Chapman 1950's Black Cocktail Draped Cocktail Dress Size S

Ceil Chapman 1950's Black Cocktail Draped Cocktail Dress Size S

By Ceil Chapman

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Ceil Chapman cocktail dress is composed of a black silk. The dress features draping at the

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

Beautiful 1950's Dorothy O'Hara Black Cocktail Dress
Beautiful 1950's Dorothy O'Hara Black Cocktail Dress

Beautiful 1950's Dorothy O'Hara Black Cocktail Dress

By Dorothy O'Hara

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a beautiful Dorothy O'Hara design. It is a wonderful 3/4 length dress with a gorgeous

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1950's Black Silk Beaded Cocktail Dress Size 6
Vintage 1950's Black Silk Beaded Cocktail Dress Size 6

Vintage 1950's Black Silk Beaded Cocktail Dress Size 6

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This 1950's cocktail dress is composed of beaded applique silk chiffon. Features a center back

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

1950s Vintage Black Silk Cocktail Dress
1950s Vintage Black Silk Cocktail Dress

1950s Vintage Black Silk Cocktail Dress

Located in Sparks, NV

Vintage 1950s black raw silk cocktail dress with origami flower detail at the waist. Classic 1950s

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1950s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1950s Cage Back Dress
1950s Cage Back Dress

1950s Cage Back Dress

Located in Water Mill, NY

A great black dress with a bateau neckline, short sleeves and small vertical straps draping in the

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1950s American Day Dresses

1950S Black & Sapphire Blue  Rayon Lace Cocktail Dress
1950S Black & Sapphire Blue  Rayon Lace Cocktail Dress

1950S Black & Sapphire Blue Rayon Lace Cocktail Dress

By Francise of Nassau

Located in New York, NY

1950S Black & Sapphire Blue Rayon Lace Cocktail Dress

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1950s American Day Dresses

Black Vintage 1950s Cocktail Dress
Black Vintage 1950s Cocktail Dress

Black Vintage 1950s Cocktail Dress

Located in London, GB

A chic black vintage cocktail dress from the 1950s., The dress is strapless, but straps could

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1950s Unknown Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1950s Black Cocktail Dress
Vintage 1950s Black Cocktail Dress

Vintage 1950s Black Cocktail Dress

Located in London, GB

A chic vintage cocktail dress for the festive season. The dress has a boat neckline, with cap

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1950s Unknown Cocktail Dresses

Betty Carol 1950s Sculptural Dress
Betty Carol 1950s Sculptural Dress

Betty Carol 1950s Sculptural Dress

By Betty Carol

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous light weight black wool and silk dress by Betty Carol. It has princess seaming for a

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1950s American Day Dresses

1950s Ben Reig Black Silk Ribbon Dress
1950s Ben Reig Black Silk Ribbon Dress

1950s Ben Reig Black Silk Ribbon Dress

By Ben Reig

Located in London, GB

This beautiful early 1950s black silk dress is likely to be by Omar Kiam for designer Ben Reig, a

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1950s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1950's Marabou Feather and Chiffon Cocktail Dress
1950's Marabou Feather and Chiffon Cocktail Dress

1950's Marabou Feather and Chiffon Cocktail Dress

Located in US

1950's Marabou Feather and Chiffon Cocktail Dress Excellent Condition Metal Zipper Snap at shoulder

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1950s Unknown Cocktail Dresses

1950s Black Strapless Silk Tafetta Cocktail Dress
1950s Black Strapless Silk Tafetta Cocktail Dress

1950s Black Strapless Silk Tafetta Cocktail Dress

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

1950s Black silk taffeta strapless cocktail dress with white graffiti print. Perfect for wedding or

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1950s American Evening Gowns

Oleg Cassini 1950s Cage Bodice Dress
Oleg Cassini 1950s Cage Bodice Dress

Oleg Cassini 1950s Cage Bodice Dress

By Oleg Cassini

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous little black dress from Oleg Cassini. A semi fitted dress with an over bodice comprised

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1950s American Day Dresses

1950s Frank Usher Black Panne Silk Velvet Dress
1950s Frank Usher Black Panne Silk Velvet Dress

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

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1950s British Evening Dresses

Helen Rose Black Chiffon Gown, Circa 1950's
Helen Rose Black Chiffon Gown, Circa 1950's

Helen Rose Black Chiffon Gown, Circa 1950's

By Helen Rose

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a gorgeous vintage long black chiffon gown by Helen Rose, from the 1950's. The gown has

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1950s Evening Gowns

Mignon 1950's Silk Taffeta and Lace Cocktail Dress
Mignon 1950's Silk Taffeta and Lace Cocktail Dress

Mignon 1950's Silk Taffeta and Lace Cocktail Dress

By Mignon

Located in New York, NY

Mignon Silk Taffeta and Lace Cocktail Dress from the 1950's. Silk taffeta is tucked through the

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

1950s Blanes Black Taffeta Rose Applique Dress
1950s Blanes Black Taffeta Rose Applique Dress

1950s Blanes Black Taffeta Rose Applique Dress

Located in London, GB

This 1950s black taffeta ball dress by quality British brand Blanes, is perfect for a black or

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1950s British Ball Gowns

Werle 1950s Silk Dress with Full Skirt
Werle 1950s Silk Dress with Full Skirt

Werle 1950s Silk Dress with Full Skirt

By Werle Beverly Hills

Located in Water Mill, NY

An incredible 1950s silk dress from Werle of Beverly Hills with a black bodice and black on white

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1950s American Day Dresses

1950s Ceil Chapman Black Silk Taffeta Full Circle Dress
1950s Ceil Chapman Black Silk Taffeta Full Circle Dress

1950s Ceil Chapman Black Silk Taffeta Full Circle Dress

By Ceil Chapman

Located in London, GB

black taffeta silk design is exquisite. Its the first thing you notice about this dress which has the

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1950s American Evening Dresses

Viola Silk Dress with Elaborate Skirt 1950s
Viola Silk Dress with Elaborate Skirt 1950s

Viola Silk Dress with Elaborate Skirt 1950s

Located in Water Mill, NY

A stunning little black silk dress from Viola with a square neckline and a fitted princess seam

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1950s American Day Dresses

Louis Estevez Silk Bodycon Backless Dress 1950s
Louis Estevez Silk Bodycon Backless Dress 1950s

Louis Estevez Silk Bodycon Backless Dress 1950s

By Louis Estevez

Located in Water Mill, NY

A stunning black silk dress from Estevez. The neckline has 2 fringe edged overlapping panels at

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1950s American Day Dresses

1950s Black Textured Jacquard Dress with Peplum
1950s Black Textured Jacquard Dress with Peplum

1950s Black Textured Jacquard Dress with Peplum

Located in London, GB

A timeless 1950s shape, this short-sleeve little black dress has a pencil skirt and a cinched waist

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

Black fishtail Dress 1950s Vintage Ben Reig
Black fishtail Dress 1950s Vintage Ben Reig

Black fishtail Dress 1950s Vintage Ben Reig

By Ben Reig

Located in Wallkill, NY

Exquisite detailing on this 1950s black fishtail dress. Left side zipper. 3 buttons black closure

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

1950s Black and Turquoise Flame Stitch Brocade Evening Dress
1950s Black and Turquoise Flame Stitch Brocade Evening Dress

1950s Black and Turquoise Flame Stitch Brocade Evening Dress

Located in London, GB

1950's evening dress made from a flame stitch brocade featuring shades of turquoise on a black base

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20th Century Evening Dresses

Lanvin Designer Antonio Castillo 1950s Geometric Skirt Dress
Lanvin Designer Antonio Castillo 1950s Geometric Skirt Dress

Lanvin Designer Antonio Castillo 1950s Geometric Skirt Dress

Located in Water Mill, NY

joined the house of Lanvin in 1950. This is a stunning black fine wool dress with couture detailing. It

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1950s French Day Dresses

1950s Norman Hartnell Haute Couture Black Lace and Sequin Dress
1950s Norman Hartnell Haute Couture Black Lace and Sequin Dress

1950s Norman Hartnell Haute Couture Black Lace and Sequin Dress

By Norman Hartnell

Located in London, GB

This very fine 1950s evening dress is by the British couturier Norman Hartnell and made to the same

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1950s British Evening Dresses

Vintage 1950's Black Floral Beaded Gown Size 8
Vintage 1950's Black Floral Beaded Gown Size 8

Vintage 1950's Black Floral Beaded Gown Size 8

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This gown features a floral beaded pattern a top a mesh fabric and sleeveless design. There is a center back zipper closure. Excellent vintage condition. **Please cross-referen...

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20th Century American Evening Gowns

Vintage 1950's Custom Lace Cocktail Dress Size 2-4
Vintage 1950's Custom Lace Cocktail Dress Size 2-4

Vintage 1950's Custom Lace Cocktail Dress Size 2-4

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This cocktail dress is composed of black lace with silk. The bodice features scalloped edges with

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

1950s Black Jersey and Twisted Tassel Wiggle Dress
1950s Black Jersey and Twisted Tassel Wiggle Dress

1950s Black Jersey and Twisted Tassel Wiggle Dress

Located in London, GB

This 1950s black wiggle dress is a fantastic example of early rayon jersey. It is of superb

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1940s American Cocktail Dresses

1950's Mollie Parnis Black Gown with Illusion Beaded Sleeve
1950's Mollie Parnis Black Gown with Illusion Beaded Sleeve

1950's Mollie Parnis Black Gown with Illusion Beaded Sleeve

By Mollie Parnis

Located in Toronto, Ontario

1950's Mollie Parnis black rayon and chiffon long sleeve gown with unique asymmetrical shear

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1950s American Evening Gowns

1950s Suzy Perette Satin Black and Red Rose Print Dress
1950s Suzy Perette Satin Black and Red Rose Print Dress

1950s Suzy Perette Satin Black and Red Rose Print Dress

By Suzy Perette

Located in London, GB

in the 1950s, this elegant dress has many of the hallmarks of the “New Look” with its fitted waist

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1950s American Evening Gowns

1950s Ceil Chapman Black Taffeta and Ruched Silk Jersey Dress
1950s Ceil Chapman Black Taffeta and Ruched Silk Jersey Dress

1950s Ceil Chapman Black Taffeta and Ruched Silk Jersey Dress

By Ceil Chapman

Located in London, GB

This early 1950s Ceil Chapman taffeta and silk dress is a timeless and elegant party dress. It has

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1950s American Evening Dresses

1950s Martha Boutique Black and Turquoise Beaded Tassel Dress
1950s Martha Boutique Black and Turquoise Beaded Tassel Dress

1950s Martha Boutique Black and Turquoise Beaded Tassel Dress

By Martha Palm Beach

Located in London, GB

This luxurious and weighty 1950s black, brown and turquoise evening dress is from the famous Martha

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

1950s Bramel Model Lace and Beaded Black Sheath Dress
1950s Bramel Model Lace and Beaded Black Sheath Dress

1950s Bramel Model Lace and Beaded Black Sheath Dress

Located in London, GB

British high-end label Bramel designed this dress in the 1950s or very early 1960s. A graceful V

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1960s British Cocktail Dresses

Betty Carol 1950s Sculptural Dress
Betty Carol 1950s Sculptural Dress

Betty Carol 1950s Sculptural Dress

By Betty Carol, Mamselle

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous dress from Betty Carol in light weight black wool and silk taffeta. It has a V neckline

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1950s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

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1950s Black Dress with Flounced Hem
1950s Black Dress with Flounced Hem

1950s Black Dress with Flounced Hem

Located in New York, NY

Fitted black '50s dress with flounce and bow in contrasting fabric at hem. Wool crepe body with

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

1950's MAINBOCHER Draped black silk cocktail dress
1950's MAINBOCHER Draped black silk cocktail dress

1950's MAINBOCHER Draped black silk cocktail dress

By Mainbocher

Located in Newport Beach, CA

Great condition, 1950's MAINBOCHER, draped, and pleated, black silk cocktail dress. Gorgeous

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

1950's Black Embroidered Organza Strapless Dress
1950's Black Embroidered Organza Strapless Dress

1950's Black Embroidered Organza Strapless Dress

Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI

➳ vintage 1950s dress * black organza * acetate lining * white floral embroidery * satin

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

1950's Black Strapless Beaded Cocktial Dress
1950's Black Strapless Beaded Cocktial Dress

1950's Black Strapless Beaded Cocktial Dress

Located in Oradell, NJ

This is a strikingly beautiful black satin strapless cocktail dress with a straight, tightly fitted

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1950s Unknown Cocktail Dresses

1950's Black Cocktail Dress with Ruching & Black Lace Skirt
1950's Black Cocktail Dress with Ruching & Black Lace Skirt

1950's Black Cocktail Dress with Ruching & Black Lace Skirt

Located in Oradell, NJ

This is a fabulous 1950's vintage, black cocktail dress with an asymmetrical and fitted black

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1950's Black Sequins Cocktail Dress with Belt
Vintage 1950's Black Sequins Cocktail Dress with Belt

Vintage 1950's Black Sequins Cocktail Dress with Belt

Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI

vintage 1950's dress * black mesh covered in shiny black sequins * tiered layers * metal back

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

1950's Maxwell Shieff Appliqued Cocktail Dress
1950's Maxwell Shieff Appliqued Cocktail Dress

1950's Maxwell Shieff Appliqued Cocktail Dress

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Absolutely lovely cocktail dress from Beverly Hills boutique Maxwell Shieff is made out of black

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1950s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Black Sheer Organza Dress, 1950s
Black Sheer Organza Dress, 1950s

Black Sheer Organza Dress, 1950s

Located in Long Island City, NY

1950s Black Sheer Organza Over abstract print design. Flattering fit. Fitted top with pleated full

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1950s Evening Dresses

1950's black sequin and taffeta  tea length evening dress
1950's black sequin and taffeta  tea length evening dress

1950's black sequin and taffeta tea length evening dress

Located in San Francisco, CA

Featured is a black sequin and taffeta evening dress. It is sleeveless, with a black sequin shelf

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1950s Unknown Evening Dresses and Gowns

Black Sequin Sheer Dress, 1950s
Black Sequin Sheer Dress, 1950s

Black Sequin Sheer Dress, 1950s

Located in Long Island City, NY

Stunning Late 1950s early 1960s Fitted Sequin Dress. Sheer at shoulder and sleeves. Formal or

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1950s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1950s Rouched Black Evening Dress
1950s Rouched Black Evening Dress

1950s Rouched Black Evening Dress

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Please contact dealer prior to purchase for White Glove shipping options. 1950s Ruched Black

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

Rare 1950's Pierre Cardin Wool & Ermine Fur Dress
Rare 1950's Pierre Cardin Wool & Ermine Fur Dress

Rare 1950's Pierre Cardin Wool & Ermine Fur Dress

By Pierre Cardin

Located in Yucca Valley, CA

Bustown Modern is so pleased to offer this exceedingly rare 1950's Pierre Cardin dress. 1950s

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1950s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

1950's Anonymous couture hand-beaded cocktail dress
1950's Anonymous couture hand-beaded cocktail dress

1950's Anonymous couture hand-beaded cocktail dress

Located in Newport Beach, CA

Great condition, 1950's, anonymous couture, hand-beaded cocktail dress. Absolutely stunning

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1950s Unknown Cocktail Dresses

Silk 1950s Little Black Dress Size 4.
Silk 1950s Little Black Dress Size 4.

Silk 1950s Little Black Dress Size 4.

Located in Atlanta, GA

1950s obscure silk little black evening dress is a vintage size 9 but fits like a modern day USA

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1950s American Evening Dresses

Black Velvet Eyelet Cocktail Dress, 1950s
Black Velvet Eyelet Cocktail Dress, 1950s

Black Velvet Eyelet Cocktail Dress, 1950s

Located in San Francisco, CA

1950s Black Velvet Eyelet Cocktail Dress.

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

Nettie Rosenstein 1950s  Black Strapless  Dress
Nettie Rosenstein 1950s  Black Strapless  Dress

Nettie Rosenstein 1950s Black Strapless Dress

By Nettie Rosenstein

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Strapless black silk taffeta cocktail dress by 1950s stellar designer Nettie Rosenstein

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1950's Dorothy O'Hara Dress
Vintage 1950's Dorothy O'Hara Dress

Vintage 1950's Dorothy O'Hara Dress

By Dorothy O'Hara

Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI

➳ vintage 1950s dress * black rayon crepe * lace bodice * acetate lining * wiggle fit

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

1950s Adele Simpson Black Draped Back Cocktail Dress
1950s Adele Simpson Black Draped Back Cocktail Dress

1950s Adele Simpson Black Draped Back Cocktail Dress

By Adele Simpson

Located in San Francisco, CA

1950s Adele Simpson Black Draped Back Cocktail Dress. Amazingly constructed cocktail dress with

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1950s Evening Dresses and Gowns

1950s Hattie Carnegie Navy Blue Dress
1950s Hattie Carnegie Navy Blue Dress

1950s Hattie Carnegie Navy Blue Dress

By Hattie Carnegie

Located in New York, NY

On sale! Originally $895 Beautiful navy blue silk taffeta dress with rhinestone swirl buttons at

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1950s American Day Dresses

Suzy Perette 1950s Little Black Dress Size 4.
Suzy Perette 1950s Little Black Dress Size 4.

Suzy Perette 1950s Little Black Dress Size 4.

By Suzy Perette

Located in Atlanta, GA

Suzy Perette 1950s original little black evening dress is a size 4. The waist on this LBD is 28

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1950s American Evening Dresses

Black Full Length Dress with Lace Paneling, 1950s
Black Full Length Dress with Lace Paneling, 1950s

Black Full Length Dress with Lace Paneling, 1950s

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Black full length dress with T-shape collar and bodice over lace paneling at bust. Three non

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1950s Unknown Evening Dresses

1950s Pink And Black Lace Cocktail Dress
1950s Pink And Black Lace Cocktail Dress

1950s Pink And Black Lace Cocktail Dress

Located in San Francisco, CA

1950s Pink And Black Lace Cocktail Dress Stunning 1950s cocktail dress, predominantly light pink

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

1950s Dorothy O'hara Gathered Black Dress
1950s Dorothy O'hara Gathered Black Dress

1950s Dorothy O'hara Gathered Black Dress

By Dorothy O'Hara

Located in San Francisco, CA

1950s Dorothy O'hara Gathered Black Dress. V-neck dress with asymmetrical draping. Zips up back.

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1950's Suzy Perette Metallic Halter Dress
Vintage 1950's Suzy Perette Metallic Halter Dress

Vintage 1950's Suzy Perette Metallic Halter Dress

By Suzy Perette

Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI

➳ vintage 1950s dress * black taffeta * metallic floral stitching * halter neck * boning in

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

Mainbocher Classic Little Black Cocktail Dress, 1950s
Mainbocher Classic Little Black Cocktail Dress, 1950s

Mainbocher Classic Little Black Cocktail Dress, 1950s

By Mainbocher

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Silk black dress. Open V to mid back. Criss-cross detail across front with square neckline. Fitted

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

1950s Black Taffeta Rhinestone Cocktail Dress
1950s Black Taffeta Rhinestone Cocktail Dress

1950s Black Taffeta Rhinestone Cocktail Dress

Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI

➳ vintage 1950s dress * black rayon crepe/taffeta * acetate lining * rhinestone/pearl studded

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

1950s Black Wool Beaded Evening Dress Size 6 / 8.
1950s Black Wool Beaded Evening Dress Size 6 / 8.

1950s Black Wool Beaded Evening Dress Size 6 / 8.

Located in Atlanta, GA

Unknown 1950s black wool beaded evening dress with belt tie will fit a size 6 / 8. The waist on

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1950s Unknown Evening Dresses

Vintage 1950s Black Floral Embroidered Dress
Vintage 1950s Black Floral Embroidered Dress

Vintage 1950s Black Floral Embroidered Dress

Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI

➳ vintage 1950s dress * black acetate with muslin lining * colorful floral embroidery

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

1950s Mr. Blackwell Black Wool Dress
1950s Mr. Blackwell Black Wool Dress

1950s Mr. Blackwell Black Wool Dress

By Mr. Blackwell

Located in Houston, TX

Stunning 1950’s Mr. Blackwell Design can be worn as a formal evening dress or cocktail dress. Black

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

1950s Black Tulle Strapless Dress with Sheer Capelet
1950s Black Tulle Strapless Dress with Sheer Capelet

1950s Black Tulle Strapless Dress with Sheer Capelet

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Please contact dealer prior to purchase for White Glove shipping options. 1950s Black Tulle

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

A-Line Red and Black Novelty Dress, 1950s
A-Line Red and Black Novelty Dress, 1950s

A-Line Red and Black Novelty Dress, 1950s

Located in San Francisco, CA

1950s A-Line Red & Black Novelty Dress. Full red felt skirt with adorable felt multicolored circles

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1950s Evening Dresses and Gowns

1950's French vampish black crepe sheath
1950's French vampish black crepe sheath

1950's French vampish black crepe sheath

Located in Newark, DE

waistband ,Raglan 3/4 sleeves, unlined, France 1950's. Approx. US size 4, EU 36 DELIVERY INCLUDED IN

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1950s French Cocktail Dresses

Rare 1950s Traina-Norell Black Halter Day Dress
Rare 1950s Traina-Norell Black Halter Day Dress

Rare 1950s Traina-Norell Black Halter Day Dress

By Traina-Norell

Located in Houston, TX

dress is made of black taffeta and boasts a sheer overlay halter attached to a circle skirt. Fine leno

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1950s Unknown Day Dresses

Vintage 1950s Emma Domb Black Taffeta Dress
Vintage 1950s Emma Domb Black Taffeta Dress

Vintage 1950s Emma Domb Black Taffeta Dress

By Emma Domb

Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI

➳ vintage 1950's dress * black taffeta * peylon lined skirt * shirred bodice * double

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

Irene 1950s Black Lace and Satin Cocktail Dress
Irene 1950s Black Lace and Satin Cocktail Dress

Irene 1950s Black Lace and Satin Cocktail Dress

By Irene Lentz

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Fabulous cocktail dress from legendary costume designer, Irene, features a bodice of black

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

1950s BLACK SILK TAFFETA & LACE COCKTAIL PARTY DRESS
1950s BLACK SILK TAFFETA & LACE COCKTAIL PARTY DRESS

1950s BLACK SILK TAFFETA & LACE COCKTAIL PARTY DRESS

Located in San Francisco, CA

Featured is a party dress from the early 1960s. Crisp black taffeta portrait collar with notched

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1950s Evening Dresses

Vintage 1950s Black Caged Top Cocktail Dress
Vintage 1950s Black Caged Top Cocktail Dress

Vintage 1950s Black Caged Top Cocktail Dress

Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI

➳ vintage 1950's wiggle dress * black nylon blend * acetate lined skirt * caged top * bows at

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

Ben Reig 1950s Black Silk Chiffon Dress Gown
Ben Reig 1950s Black Silk Chiffon Dress Gown

Ben Reig 1950s Black Silk Chiffon Dress Gown

Located in New York, NY

Ben Reig 1950s Black Silk Chiffon fit and flare gown. Boning at bodice. Beautifully constructed

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1950s American Evening Gowns

Vintage 1950s Black Embroidered Organza Party Dress
Vintage 1950s Black Embroidered Organza Party Dress

Vintage 1950s Black Embroidered Organza Party Dress

Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI

➳ vintage 1950s dress * black organza * acetate lining * amazing floral embroidery * gathered

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

1950s Black and Fuchsia Floral Silk Taffeta Cocktail Dress
1950s Black and Fuchsia Floral Silk Taffeta Cocktail Dress

1950s Black and Fuchsia Floral Silk Taffeta Cocktail Dress

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This fit and flare, 1950’s cocktail dress, made from black silk taffeta is woven with bold, fuchsia

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

Vintage Ceil Chapman 1950s Purple & Green Floral Dress W Ruching
Vintage Ceil Chapman 1950s Purple & Green Floral Dress W Ruching

Vintage Ceil Chapman 1950s Purple & Green Floral Dress W Ruching

By Ceil Chapman

Located in Portland, OR

was a signature of most of Chapman's 1950's dresses, and the green and purple floral printed cotton is

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1950s American Day Dresses

Vintage 1950s Black Silk Velvet Multi Color Floral Print Midi Dress
Vintage 1950s Black Silk Velvet Multi Color Floral Print Midi Dress

Vintage 1950s Black Silk Velvet Multi Color Floral Print Midi Dress

Located in Portland, OR

black velvet midi dress has an intricate painted floral design in shades of teal, blue, white, and

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Mid-20th Century Evening Dresses

1950s Black Side Sash Wiggle Sheath Cocktail  Dress -Sexy!
1950s Black Side Sash Wiggle Sheath Cocktail  Dress -Sexy!

1950s Black Side Sash Wiggle Sheath Cocktail Dress -Sexy!

Located in San Francisco, CA

Wonderful black dress with side sash, fully lined with swanky side sash. The fabric is silk or silk

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1950s Unknown Evening Dresses and Gowns

Mollie Parnis early 1950s black silk dress 44 bust
Mollie Parnis early 1950s black silk dress 44 bust

Mollie Parnis early 1950s black silk dress 44 bust

By Mollie Parnis

Located in San Francisco, CA

Early 50s silk dress by Mollie Parnis. Excellent condition. Label is missing but matching belt is

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1950s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage 1950s Black Embroidered Silk Crepe Illusion Dress
Vintage 1950s Black Embroidered Silk Crepe Illusion Dress

Vintage 1950s Black Embroidered Silk Crepe Illusion Dress

Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI

➳ vintage 1950s dress * black silk crepe illusion bodice * acetate lining * heavy floral

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

1950s Black Pink Flocked Ruffle Trim Cocktail Dress
1950s Black Pink Flocked Ruffle Trim Cocktail Dress

1950s Black Pink Flocked Ruffle Trim Cocktail Dress

Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI

➳ vintage 1950s dress * black acetate flocked floral skirt * tulle lining * pink chiffon

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1950s Clifton Wilhite Black Silk Taffeta Dress
Vintage 1950s Clifton Wilhite Black Silk Taffeta Dress

Vintage 1950s Clifton Wilhite Black Silk Taffeta Dress

Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI

➳ vintage 1950s dress * black silk taffeta * dramatic side peplums * bodice stays * gathered

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

1950s/1960s Suzy Perette Black and Gold Metallic Cocktail Dress
1950s/1960s Suzy Perette Black and Gold Metallic Cocktail Dress

1950s/1960s Suzy Perette Black and Gold Metallic Cocktail Dress

By Suzy Perette

Located in San Francisco, CA

Late 1950s to early 1960s Suzy Perette cocktail dress featuring a black satin brocade detailed with

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

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1990s French Coats and Outerwear

Yves Saint Laurent Tom Ford Black White Plunging Cleavage Cut Out Gown Dress
Yves Saint Laurent Tom Ford Black White Plunging Cleavage Cut Out Gown Dress

Yves Saint Laurent Tom Ford Black White Plunging Cleavage Cut Out Gown Dress

By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche

Located in San Diego, CA

Sexy and highly collectible museum quality vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT YSL by TOM FORD black and white plunging runway cut-out gown ! Features a soft crepe blend fabric that hugs the ...

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Early 2000s French Evening Gowns

Herbert Levine Red Stilettos
Herbert Levine Red Stilettos

Herbert Levine Red Stilettos

By Herbert Levine

Located in New York, NY

Glamorous Herbert Levine Red Calf Stilettos decorated with a black "berry" and red ties. Retailed at Bonwit Teller, 1950's USA. 6.5AA, 2.75" widest across front. Very narrow.

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1950s American Shoes

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Sz 44 Black Corset / Bustier Dress YSL
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Sz 44 Black Corset / Bustier Dress YSL

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...

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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

1980s Escada Vintage Black + White Polka Dot Striped Print Strapless Dress
1980s Escada Vintage Black + White Polka Dot Striped Print Strapless Dress

1980s Escada Vintage Black + White Polka Dot Striped Print Strapless Dress

By Amen Wardy, Escada Margaretha Ley

Located in Sparks, NV

Vintage 1980s black and white strapless tube dress by Margaretha Ley for Escada with a polka dot and stripe print. Fully lined with rear zip closure. The marked size is 34, and the d...

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1980s German Cocktail Dresses

GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Ruby Red Wool Button Front Dress
GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Ruby Red Wool Button Front Dress

GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Ruby Red Wool Button Front Dress

By Alexander McQueen, Givenchy

Located in Thiensville, WI

GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Ruby Red Wool Knit Fitted Button Front Dress Circa: 1998 Label(s): Givenchy / Couture / Made In France / Paris / 8HG 8520152830 Desig...

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1990s French Informal Dresses

Alexander McQueen New S/S 2002 Three Piece Skirt Suit with Intricate Embroidery
Alexander McQueen New S/S 2002 Three Piece Skirt Suit with Intricate Embroidery

Alexander McQueen New S/S 2002 Three Piece Skirt Suit with Intricate Embroidery

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous silk/linen black skirt suit from Alexander McQueen including an additional matching white skirt. The jacket has peak lapels, a breast pocket, small shoulder padding, side...

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Early 2000s Italian Skirt Suits

Azzedine Alaia F/W 1986 Jacket Skirt and Pants Suit
Azzedine Alaia F/W 1986 Jacket Skirt and Pants Suit

Azzedine Alaia F/W 1986 Jacket Skirt and Pants Suit

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in Water Mill, NY

An amazing iconic fine black wool 3 piece skirt, pant and jacket suit from Azzedine Alaia as displayed in SCAD Fashion Museum in Atlanta. The spectacular front wrapping jacket is a...

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1980s French Trouser Pant Suits

1950s Worth Haute Couture Pink and White Tulle Dress With Organza Bud Appliqués
1950s Worth Haute Couture Pink and White Tulle Dress With Organza Bud Appliqués

1950s Worth Haute Couture Pink and White Tulle Dress With Organza Bud Appliqués

By Charles Worth

Located in London, GB

This enchanting 1950s couture dress in pink and white net tulle is by the extolled French fashion house Worth and retailed at their London boutique on Grosvenor Street. The quality a...

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1950s British Ball Gowns

HERMES Fauve brown Barenia leather 2011 Blazer Jacket 38 S
HERMES Fauve brown Barenia leather 2011 Blazer Jacket 38 S

HERMES Fauve brown Barenia leather 2011 Blazer Jacket 38 S

By Hermès

Located in Zürich, CH

This 100% authentic Hermès by Jean Paul Gaultier jacket is crafted in rich Fauve (cognac brown) Barenia calfskin leather with signature contrasting white saddle stitching. Designed i...

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2010s Italian Jackets

1960's Jean Patou Bordeau Suede Coat Full Mink Lining
1960's Jean Patou Bordeau Suede Coat Full Mink Lining

1960's Jean Patou Bordeau Suede Coat Full Mink Lining

By Jean Patou

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Unusual Jean Patou bordeau suede whip stitched swing coat lined in honey colored mink from the 1960s. So cozy and stylish, this swing coat is perfect over anything to keep you warm i...

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1960s French Swing Coats

Moschino Wrap Car Wash Hem Maxi Dress
Moschino Wrap Car Wash Hem Maxi Dress

Moschino Wrap Car Wash Hem Maxi Dress

By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino

Located in Water Mill, NY

A black dress in a fine silky knit from Moschino. It is maxi length with a wrapped bodice, ruched band at the hips and fabulous skirt with a car wash hem comprised of 6 panels open t...

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1990s Italian Day Dresses

Yves Saint Laurent New Suede Gauntlet Gloves
Yves Saint Laurent New Suede Gauntlet Gloves

Yves Saint Laurent New Suede Gauntlet Gloves

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Geneva, CH

Beautiful never worn 80’s YSL fuchsia gloves trimmed in matching leather diagonal stitching. Both gloves was linked by the original sealing thread. "Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche" g...

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1980s French Gauntlets

HERMES black leather 2010 Blazer Jacket 38 S
HERMES black leather 2010 Blazer Jacket 38 S

HERMES black leather 2010 Blazer Jacket 38 S

By Hermès

Located in Zürich, CH

This 100% authentic Hermès by Jean Paul Gaultier blazer is crafted in black grained deerskin leather and tailored into a sharp, fitted silhouette. Designed with notched lapels, a che...

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2010s Italian Jackets

ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 2006 “The Widows of Culloden” Tartan Layered Blazer
ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 2006 “The Widows of Culloden” Tartan Layered Blazer

ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 2006 “The Widows of Culloden” Tartan Layered Blazer

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Thiensville, WI

ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 2006 “The Widows of Culloden” Tartan Layered Blazer Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: Autumn / Winter 2006 “The Widows of Culloden” Design...

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Early 2000s Italian Blazers

CHANEL 2020 Runway Black Chevron Tweed Jacket 34 FR
CHANEL 2020 Runway Black Chevron Tweed Jacket 34 FR

CHANEL 2020 Runway Black Chevron Tweed Jacket 34 FR

By Chanel

Located in Dubai, AE

CHANEL · Fall 2020 Runway by Virginie Viard · — Black Chevron Tweed Jacket — ~ Designed under Virginie Viard, this piece distills Chanel’s eternal language into its most legible...

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2010s Jackets

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1950s Black Dresses For Sale on 1stDibs

Browse a vast assortment of 1950s black dresses for sale on 1stDibs. Many people prefer Black 1950s black dresses, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find Gray, Brown and more options on these pages. The ideal items for you are waiting among the distinctive accessories we have available, which include versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Finding appealing 1950s black dresses such as these — no matter the origin — is easy, but Ceil Chapman, Christian Dior and Suzy Perette each produced popular versions that are worth a look. Finding accessories for sale for women should be easy, but there are 10 pieces available to browse for men as well as unisex, too.

How Much are 1950s Black Dresses?

Prices for 1950s black dresses can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $125 and can go as high as $28,000, while these items, on average, fetch $837.

Finding the Right Evening Dresses And Gowns for You

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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Once considered a controversial item of clothing, fashion designer Sonja de Lennart's creation is now a bona fide classic.

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The classic tweed garment has been a wardrobe staple of chic women around the world since the 1950s.

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