1950's Original by Rudolf Silk Taffeta Cocktail Dress
By Original by Rudolf
Located in Sharon, CT
1950's BallRoom Dress. Designer Max Cory Rudolf NYC Boutique. Tulle Slip attached to skirt. Bow
1950's Original by Rudolf Silk Taffeta Cocktail Dress
By Original by Rudolf
Located in Sharon, CT
1950's BallRoom Dress. Designer Max Cory Rudolf NYC Boutique. Tulle Slip attached to skirt. Bow
1950'S Dusty Blue Rayon Taffeta Cocktail Dress Overlaid With Printed & Ribbon E
Located in New York, NY
Comes with original belt! Lining is wide enough to take a petticoat. 1950'S Dusty Blue Rayon
1950s Taffeta Embroidered Floral Black Cocktail Dress
Located in London, GB
This charming 1950s black taffeta embroidered party dress with cross over straps is gamine
1950s Dress Black Embroidered Shelf Bust Taffeta Party Dress
Located in Wallkill, NY
A true Beauty, 1950s Black Taffeta Pleated Bodice Cocktail Dress. It has Boned Bodice with a
1950S PEGGY HUNT Black & Red Silk Taffeta Chantilly Lace Cocktail Dress
By Peggy Hunt
Located in New York, NY
Taffeta Chantilly Lace Cocktail Dress
Ceil Chapman Black Ribbed Chevron Detail Taffeta Cocktail dress, c. 1950's
By Ceil Chapman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a lovely vintage cocktail dress from the 1950's from designer Ceil Chapman. It is made from
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
1950s Floral Taffeta Silk French Couture New Look Style Dress
Located in London, GB
This stylish vintage couture 1950s silk taffeta coat dress with wide lapel and French cuff detail
1950S Lilac & Silver Silk Taffeta Abstract Floral Ikat Cocktail Dress
Located in New York, NY
1950S Lilac & Silver Silk Taffeta Abstract Floral Ikat Cocktail 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
1950s Traina-Norrell Yellow Taffeta Silk Rose Print Dress
By Traina-Norell
Located in London, GB
mid to late 1950s. The fabric is a superb silk taffeta in a rose print whilst the colours are
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
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
1990S ARMANI Coral, Grey & White Silk Taffeta Stripe 1950'S Style Strapless Dr
By Armani Collezioni
Located in New York, NY
1990S ARMANI Coral, Grey & White Silk Taffeta Stripe 1950'S Style Strapless Dress
1950s Demi-Couture Ballet Length Strapless Silk Taffeta & Chantilly Lace Dress
Located in Gresham, OR
1950s Demi-Couture Ballet Length Strapless Silk Taffeta & Chantilly Lace Dress w Butter Yellow Silk
1950S Black Acetate Taffeta Swing Skirt Cocktail Dress With Unique Gathered Det
Located in New York, NY
1950S Black Acetate Taffeta Swing Skirt Cocktail Dress With Unique Gathered Details
1950s Howard Greer Floral Silk Taffeta Strapless Trumpet-Skirt Cocktail Dress
By Howard Greer
Located in Gresham, OR
1950s Howard Greer designed floral silk taffeta strapless cocktail dress: Bodice is fully boned and
1950s Black Jersey & Taffeta Dress w Fringed Dropped-Waist Bodice & Circle Skirt
Located in Gresham, OR
1950s Black Silk Jersey & Silk Taffeta Dress w Dropped-Waist Bodice & Circle Skirt: A lovely
1950s Suzy Perette Red Silk Taffeta Cocktail Dress w Full Draped Skirt
By Suzy Perette
Located in Gresham, OR
1950s Suzy Perette Red Silk Cocktail Dress w Full Skirt & Artful Draping: This stunning iconic 50s
1950S Navy Blue Silk Taffeta & Passementrie Embroidered Lace Strapless Cocktail
Located in New York, NY
1950S Navy Blue Silk Taffeta & Passementrie Embroidered Lace Strapless Cocktail Dress
$956Sale Price|20% Off
Size: Small
1950s Lipstick Red Silk Taffeta Rose Pocket Appliqué Fit n’ Flare 50s Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and rare vintage 1950s lipstick red silk and nylon taffeta fit and flare dress
1950s George Carmel Blue Silk Taffeta Cocktail Dress and Opera Coat Ensemble
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Stunning blue abstract floral silk taffeta George Carmel New York ensemble from the 1950's
1950s Demi Couture Gunmetal Silver Grey Silk Taffeta Vintage Dress and Purse Bag
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 50s demi couture gunmetal / silver gray silk taffeta dress and handbag ensemble
Exceptional 1950s Vintage Black Silk Taffeta Hi - Lo Dress w/ Rosettes and Lace
Located in San Diego, CA
Exceptional 50s vintage strapless silk taffeta architectural hi-lo asymmetrical dress! Features
1950s Gigi Young Salmon Coral Pink Silk Taffeta Vintage 50s Fit n Flare Dress
By GiGi Young
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1950s GIG YOUNG salmon / coral pink silk taffeta fit n' flare 3/4 sleeves dress! Features
$500Sale Price|33% Off
Size: Small - Small Medium
1950s Grey + Black Silk Plaid Taffeta Fit n Flare Short Sleeve Vintage 50s Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Pretty 1950s silk taffeta short puff sleeve dress! Features a grey metallic backdrop with black
Beautiful 1950s Saks Fifth Avenue Beaded Blue Silk Taffeta Gown
By Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in San Diego, CA
Drop dead gorgeous 1950s Saks Fifth Avenue gown! Stunning rich blue color, heavily beaded on front
Incredible Vintage Rose Taft 1950s Style Black + Brown Lace + Silk Taffeta Gown
By ROSE TAFT
Located in San Diego, CA
Insanely gorgeous vintage ROSE TAFT black and brown 1950s 50s style couture strapless gown
$1,396Sale Price|20% Off
Size: Small / Small Medium
1950s Demi Couture Light Blue Cinderella Silk Chiffon Taffeta 3/4 Sleeves Gown
Located in San Diego, CA
Have your Cinderella moment in this beautiful 1950s light blue silk chiffon and taffeta evening
1950S CARVEN Amber Haute Couture Silk Taffeta Handwoven Floral Ikat Cocktail Dr
By Carven
Located in New York, NY
1950S CARVEN Amber Haute Couture Silk Taffeta Handwoven Floral Ikat Cocktail Dress Covered In
1950S PAULA WHITNEY Black Haute Couture Silk Taffeta Amazing Ruffled Poof Ball
Located in New York, NY
Haute Couture Silk Taffeta Amazing Ruffled Poof Ball Skirt 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
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
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
1950's Two-Toned Turquoise Taffeta Strapless Gown
Located in Oradell, NJ
This is an exquisite and alluring, 1950's vintage, two-toned turquoise, taffeta, strapless gown
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
Vintage 1950s Red Dot Taffeta Party Dress
Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI
➳ vintage 1950s dress * red dot print taffeta * tulle lining * back bow tie accent * metal
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
1950s TIZZONI Italian Couture Blue Taffeta Cocktail Dress
Located in Milan, Italy
This amazing 1950s cocktail dress is in a blue silk taffeta fabric. It has full pleateds circle
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
Vintage 1950s Tee-ca Black Beaded Taffeta Cocktail Dress
Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI
➳ vintage 1950's dress * black taffeta * pellon lining * black floral print * rhinestone
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
1950s Emma Domb Off-white Lace Dress with Taffeta Waist and Draped back
By Emma Domb
Located in San Francisco, CA
Late 1950s Emma Domb off-white colored lace dress with cap sleeves and full lining. The waist is a
Vintage 1950s Iridescent Gunmetal Silk-Taffeta Beaded Rhinestone Hourglass Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Stunning 1950's gunmetal silver bombshell custom cocktail dress from the Old Hollywood era of
1950s Black Taffeta and Lace Tiered Party Dress with Bows
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black silk taffeta. Fit-n-flare silhouette. Lace trim. Ruched bodice. Full petticoat. Built-in
Rare LARRY ALDRICH COUTURE 1950s Silk Taffeta Bow & Button Cocktail Dress
Located in Asheville, NC
Larry Aldrich, 1950's Era Vintage Couture, Silk Taffeta, V Neck Front Wrap Style with Bow, Two
1950s Gorgeous Silk Taffeta w Hand Made Flowers (rare) Black Party Dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
Gorgeous 1950s silk taffeta dress, button/zipper front. The low waist and hip trimmed in gorgeous
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
Vintage 1950s Jane Andre Dress and Jacket
Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI
➳ vintage 1950s 2 pc dress * black taffeta * muslin lining * tulle lined hem * corrugated
Pauline Trigere Wool Day Dress with Taffeta Sleeves 1950's
By Pauline Trigère
Located in New York, NY
Pauline Trigere black wool fitted day dress with a dramatic taffeta sleeve treatment and a "bateau
1950’s Black Taffeta Bubble Cocktail Dress
Located in London, GB
Beautiful black organza dress with white guipure lace underlay in the skirt and pretty sweetheart
1950's Burgundy Silk Taffeta Evening Dress Custom Made
Located in New Hope, PA
lavender pops against the deep burgundy changeable silk background. The dress has narrow flat straps above
Marie Louise Bruyere Couture Taffeta Cocktail Dress C. 1950's
Located in New York, NY
Marie Louise Bruyere, black taffeta, cocktail dress c. 1950's. Dress is fitted at the waist with a
1950s Ricci Michaels Maroon Taffeta Strapless Dress
Located in London, GB
This is a gorgeous 1950’s number in a lovely dark maroon taffeta. It has a full skirt and an
1950'S Blue & White Gingham Taffeta Polka Dot Printed Dress With Belt Red Bow
Located in New York, NY
1950'S Blue & White Gingham Taffeta Polka Dot Printed Dress With Belt Red Bow
1950s Jacques Heim Actualité Taffeta Cocktail Dress
By Jacques Heim
Located in New York, NY
This strapless black silk cocktail dress from Heim Actualité is of a classic early-1950s style
Very Interesting 1950s Draped Taffeta Dress
Located in New York, NY
This dress is Very well made and finely detailed from richly bodies silk. This is an avant-garde
1950s Black Taffeta Vintage Dress with Lace Overlay
Located in London, GB
Lovely and classic 1950s black sleeveless party dress with full skirt pleated at the waist and
1950s Cahill of Beverly Hills Taffeta and Lace Wedding Dress
Located in London, GB
This is an extraordinary vintage wedding dress from the late 1950s to early 1960s, from one of the
1950S Morphew Collection Reworked Silk Taffeta Cocktail Party Dress
Located in New York, NY
Reworked 1950s Silk Taffeta Cocktail Party Dress
Modern 1950s Style Strapless Taffeta Dress by Miu Miu
By Miu Miu
Located in New York, NY
Modern 1950s Style Strapless Taffeta Dress by Miu Miu
1950s Rose Garden White Floral Classic Green Taffeta Bow Tea Length Party Dress
Located in Thiensville, WI
Vintage c. 1950s white, green and magenta pink rose print taffeta party dress. Spaghetti straps
1950S REBA MILLER Silk & Rayon Satin Taffeta Fit Flare Cocktail Dress With Hand
Located in New York, NY
MILLER Silk & Rayon Satin Taffeta Fit Flare Cocktail Dress With Hand Shirred Chiffon At The Waist
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
James Galanos 50s Butterfly Print Silk Taffeta Wrap Construction
By James Galanos
Located in Gresham, OR
James Galanos 1950s butterfly print silk taffeta cocktail dress with wrap construction and front
1950s Vintage Blue Taffeta Strapless Cocktail Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Stunning blue taffeta party dress from the 1950s featuring a unique asymmetric strapless cut with
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
1950s Vintage Velvet + Taffeta Full Sweep Cocktail Dress
By MADEMOISELLE
Located in Sparks, NV
Gorgeous vintage 1950s party dress in black taffeta and velvet. Full sweep and flared skirt
1950's Watered Silk Taffeta Couture Floral Print Skirt & Top Ensemble
Located in Studio City, CA
1950's watered silk taffeta blue and purple on creme floral print couture fitted top and bustle
1950S LANVIN Style Navy Blue Silk Taffeta Robe De Tulle Overlay Cocktail Dress
Located in New York, NY
1950S LANVIN Style Navy Blue Silk Taffeta Robe De Tulle Overlay Cocktail Dress
1950s Suzy Perette Emerald Silk Taffeta Cocktail Dress w/ Peplum
By Suzy Perette
Located in Gresham, OR
1950s gorgeous Suzy Perette emerald green silk taffeta cocktail dress: Stiffened "Criss-Cross
1950s Suzy Perette Apricot Silk Taffeta Bubble Hem Cocktail Dress
By Suzy Perette
Located in Gresham, OR
A gorgeous, stunning 1950s Suzy Perette apricot silk taffeta bubble hem cocktail dress with scoop
Beautiful 1950s 50s Blue + Silver Silk Taffeta " Cinderella " Cocktail Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning 1950s blue silk taffeta cocktail dress! Channel your inner "Cinderella" in this beauty
1950s 50s Vintage Black Velvet + Taffeta Cocktail Party Dress with Full Sweep
Located in Sparks, NV
Gorgeous 1950s velvet and taffeta part dress with embroidery and bows. Full skirt and sleeveless
Vintage 1950s 50s Butterscotch Silk Taffeta Velvet Formal Cocktail Bubble Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Stunning butterscotch iridescent silk taffeta formal dress from the 1950s with a velvet shelf bust
1950s Vintage Brown Copper Taffeta Embroidered Full Circle Sweep Cocktail Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Chic 1950s vintage dress in a brown/ copper taffeta with metallic plaid embroidery and full circle
1950s Vintage Black Taffeta + Lace Tiered Ruffle Full Sweep Cocktail Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Elegant 1950s vintage black taffeta and lace cocktail dress with a scoop back and full tiered skirt
Black Taffeta Full Sweep Vintage Cocktail Dress with Rhinestone Buttons, 1950s
Located in Sparks, NV
Gorgeous vintage 1950s cocktail dress in a black eyelash taffeta. Features a full sweep and three
1950s 50s Black Silk Taffeta + Lace Strapless " New Look " Vintage Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous 1950s strapless silk taffeta dress! Jet black color, with black lace accents at bust
1950s Vintage Red Taffeta Full Sweep Party Dress with Bubble Hem
Located in Sparks, NV
Stunning vintage red taffeta strapless party dress with a full sweep, bubble hem and bow detail
Sensational 1950s Christian Dior Black Taffeta Silk Dress with Velvet Sash
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Sensational 1950s Christian Dior black silk taffeta dress with velvet sash and bow. This dress was
Vintage 1950s 50s Black Velvet + Taffeta Cocktail Party Dress with Full Sweep
Located in Sparks, NV
Elegant 1950s party dress in black taffeta with a textural velvet cord grid design. Sleeveless
Beautiful 1950s Black Silk Taffeta Fit and Flare Vintage Sleeveless 50s Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1950s black silk taffeta fit n' flare cocktail dress! Features a ruched silk mesh bodice
Fred Perlberg 1950s Black Taffeta Scoop Bodice Quilted Full Skirt Evening Dress
By Fred Perlberg, Fred Perlberg Originals
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Fred Perlberg Dance Originals 1950s black taffeta scoop bodice quilted full circle skirt cocktail
Stunning 1950s Hattie Carnegie Pink + Black Silk Taffeta Vintage Sweetheart Gown
By Hattie Carnegie
Located in San Diego, CA
Now, here is a chance to own a piece of fashion history! Drop dead gorgeous 1950s Hattie Carnegie
Ceil Chapman Black Taffeta With Gold Detail Shawl Halter Neck Gown 1950s
By Ceil Chapman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a gorgeous and collectible vintage Ceil Chapman evening gown. It is made of a black taffeta
1950s Oleg Cassini Tri Colored Silk Taffeta Evening Gown W/ Red Sash Bodice
By Oleg Cassini
Located in Gresham, OR
An elegant 1950s evening gown by Oleg Cassini features cream silk embroidered floral motif silk
Ceil Chapman Matador Style Black Silk Dress, 1940s
By Ceil Chapman
Located in London, GB
This late 1940s or early 1950s black taffeta silk dress is by internationally acclaimed American
1950s Christian Dior - New York -sale
By Christian Dior
Located in Austin, TX
1950s Christian Dior blue taffeta dress with separate crinoline skirt. Condition: Fair, armholes
Victor Costa Strapless Dress
By Victor Costa
Located in Alford, MA
One of Victor Costa's best designs, this strapless cocktail/evening dress is fashioned of white satin and black velvet alternating horizontal stripes with fitted bodice leading to an...
$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 ...
$948Sale Price|25% Off
Size: Medium
1960s Guy Laroche Couture Lipstick Red Virgin Wool A Line Vintage 60s Mini Dress
By Guy Laroche
Located in San Diego, CA
1960s GUY LAROCHE Couture lipstick red virgin wool A-Line mini dress! The perfect alternative to a little black dress, this red gem is sure to stand out! Hand made, with the utmost a...
JUDITH LEIBER Gold & Silver Tone Rosette Clutch Optional Strap
By Judith Leiber
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Judith Leiber purse features a lovely floral pattern in white and gold rhinestone. There is a gold interior. In good vintage condition, there are some missing rhinestones and sl...
1990S CARMEN MARC VALVO Chocolate Brown & Black Rayon Silk Burnout Velvet Backl
By Carmen Marc Valvo
Located in New York, NY
1990S CARMEN MARC VALVO Chocolate Brown & Black Rayon Silk Burnout Velvet Backless Bias Gown
$746Sale Price|25% Off
Size: Petite Small - Medium
1990s Janine of London Lillie Rubin Silver Grey Metallic Crushed Velvet Dress
By Lillie Rubin, Janine of London
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy 90s JANINE OF LONDON for LILLIE RUBIN silver gray crushed velvet metallic bodycon dress! Features the softest crushed velvet that stretches to fit. Has what first appears to be ...
1930s White Floral Cutout Organza Dress
Located in London, GB
This is a magnificent example of a 1930s cut-out work, organza dress in really pristine vintage condition. It is an archetypal 1930s shirt-waister design that reaches ankle length an...
1950s MGM Mme. Etoile by Irene Sharaff Couture Ball Gown in Deep Teal Silk
By Irene Scharaff
Located in Gresham, OR
1950s MGM Mme. Etoile by Irene Sharaff couture ball gown in deep mauve and teal silk tulle and horsehair : Irene Sharaff, 5-time Academy Award Winner for costume design, made this go...
Versace F/W 2005 Runway Campaign Halter High Slit Slip Evening Dress Gown
By Versace
Located in Naples, FL
Versace F/W 2005 Runway Campaign Halter High Slit Slip Evening Dress Gown IT 42 Look 49 from the Fall 2005 Collection. Featured in the Fall 2005 Campaign. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM ...
Christian Dior by John Galliano Lace Camisole and Skirt Set
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous 2 piece set in white lace from Christian Dior. It consists of a scoop neck camisole tank style top and straight midi length skirt in alternating lines of lace and sheer. ...
$950
Size: Small - Small Medium
1950s Fred Perlberg Beautiful Robins Egg Blue Fit n' Flare Vintage 50s Dress
By Fred Perlberg Originals, Fred Perlberg
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1950s FRED PERLBERG robin eggs blue fit n' flare dress! Features a ribbed fitted bodice with cap sleeves. Full forgiving skirt with attached sash belt. Full metal zipper up...
John Galliano for Christian Dior Silk Ruffle Hem Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous silk dress by John Galliano for Christian Dior in brightly colored flowers on a navy and burgundy background. The spaghetti strap bodice is semi fitted and adorned on one ...
Rare Natural Silver Raccoon Hooded Fur Coat
Located in Amsterdam, NL
This vintage coat is made of very high quality silver raccoon fur is 3/4 lenght with an attached hood, rare to find. We offer more exclusive fur items, view our frontstore Details:...
John Galliano for Christian Dior Lace up Silk Dress
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black fine silk dress with stretch from Christian Dior. It has a scoop neck front and back with intricate lacing starting at one shoulder crossing the front and back wrap...
1980s Victor Costa Cotton Floral Dress
By Victor Costa
Located in London, GB
A lovely party dress by American designer Victor Costa. This dress is in a wonderful floral print on a green background. dress has gathering down to hip leval, with three self fabric...
1980s Escada Vintage Black + White Polka Dot Striped Print Strapless Dress
By Escada Margaretha Ley, Amen Wardy
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...
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.
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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.