Valentino Black wool One Shoulder Cocktail Dress, 1980's size 8-10
By Valentino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a black one shoulder cocktail dress bt Valentino, from the 1980's. The dress has a wrapped front layer and gathers at the armhole
Valentino Black wool One Shoulder Cocktail Dress, 1980's size 8-10
By Valentino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a black one shoulder cocktail dress bt Valentino, from the 1980's. The dress has a wrapped front layer and gathers at the armhole
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...
1980s Stanley Platos Martin Ross Size 10 Hearts Flowers Vintage 80s Dress
By Stanley Platos
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1980s STANLEY PLATOS / MARTIN ROSS abstract hearts and flower novelty print long sleeve silk dress !
Louis Feraud 1980s Size 10 Novelty Umbrella Print Short Sleeve Vintage Dress 80s
By Louis Feraud
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1980s LOUIS FERAUD black and white novelty umbrella print silk dress !
1980s Albert Nipon Size 10 Blue Silk Abstract Stiped Vintage 80s Belted Dress
By Albert Nipon
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic vintage 1980s ALBERT NIPON blue abstract striped print silk belted dress !
$633Sale Price|25% Off
Chic 1980s Silk Chiffon Size 8 / 10 Sunflower Print Turquoise Vintage 80s Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic late 80s sunflower and hibiscus printed silk chiffon short sleeve dress ! Features a tailored bodice with a tiered ruffle skirt. Hidden zipper up the back with hook-and-eye clos...
1980s Morton Myles Size 10 Pink / Purple Fortuny Pleated Silk Beaded 80s Dress
By Morton Myles
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage 80s MORTON MYLES pink / purple fortuny pleated long sleeve beaded and pearl dress! The perfect shade of somewhere between pink and purple! Fantastic amount of detai...
Vintage 1980s Black Tie Oleg Cassini Beaded Sequin Evening dress size US 10 12
By Black Tie by Oleg Cassini
Located in Maghera, GB
A striking late 1980s Black Tie by Oleg Cassini evening gown, richly embellished with intricate beads and sequins in cobalt blue, turquoise, purple, ruby red and gold against a black...
Vintage Adele Simpson I Magnin 1980s Size 10 Lipstick Red Linen Rayon 90s Dress
By Adele Simpson
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic vintage 80s ADELE SIMPSON for I. MAGNIN lipstick red Linen (22%) and Rayon (78%) puff sleeve dress! Size 10, with a little leadway to fit a 12 as well. Red and gold buttons up t...
Karl Lagerfeld 1980s Size 44 / US 10 Navy Blue Silk Chiffon Vintage 80s Dress
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful late 80s KARL LAGERFELD navy + ivory silk chiffon sleeveless dress. Features a navy body with semi sheer ivory above the bust. Hidden zipper up the back with hook-and-eye c...
1980s A.J. Bari Lord & Taylor Size 10 / 12 Black Silk Strapless Cocktail Dress
By Lord & Taylor, A.J. Bari
Located in San Diego, CA
The perfect little black dress ! This chic silk number was designed by AJ BARI for LORD AND TAYLOR ! Strapless boned bodice. Tulip car wash skirt. Hidden zipper up the back with hook...
1980s Geoffrey Beene Size 8 10 Avant Garde Black Purple Sequin Lace Silk Dress
By Geoffrey Beene
Located in San Diego, CA
Avant Garde vintage late 80s GEOFFREY BEENE black silk, lace and purple sequin cocktail dress! Features statement worthy strong shoulder with shoulder pads that could easily be remov...
VERA WANG 1980's Embellished Pink Silk Ball Gown with Gold Lace Size 10-12
By Vera Wang
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Vera Wang gown is composed of pink silk, trimmed with beaded gold lace. There is a center back zipper closure, with interior boning and an off the shoulder design. Scalloped ed...
Karl Lagerfeld 1980s Black Lace Cut - Out Size 44 / 10 12 Vintage Dress + Jacket
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy 80s vintage KARL LAGERFELD black lightweight wool and French lace cut-out sleeveless dress and jacket ! Features a tailored bodice with sheer lace cut-out detail at the center b...
Carolina Herrera 1980s Silk Dress Size 10.
By Carolina Herrera
Located in Atlanta, GA
Carolina Herrera 1980s red orange raw silk dress is a size 10. Ladies please grab your trusted tape measure so you can properly measure your bust, waist & hips to make certain Mrs.H...
Nicole Miller 1980s Cotton Aesthetic Design Dress Size 10.
By Nicole Miller
Located in Atlanta, GA
Nicole Miller 1980s black cotton abstract print aesthetic design dress is labeled a size 12 but fits like a modern USA size 10.
Pierre Cardin 1980s Bow Pattern Evening Dress Size 10.
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pierre Cardin 1980s white background with black & grey squiggle lines and bow pattern stretch evening dress is labeled size 10.
Louis Feraud silk navy with polka dot dress size 10, 1980s
By Louis Feraud
Located in Atlanta, GA
Dress is lined. Original size 12 but fits more like a modern size 10 ( Please see & use measurements ).
Pierre Balmain 1980s Button Down Shirt Dress with Belt Size 8 / 10.
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pierre Balmain 1980s grey with abstract print button up long sleeve shirt dress with belt is a size 12 but fits like a modern USA size 8 / 10.
Ungaro Floral Dress With Pockets Size 10.
By Emanuel Ungaro
Located in Atlanta, GA
Ungaro ter 1980s floral dress size 10 / 44 with pockets & tie scarf.
ODICINI COUTURE 1980's Heavily Embellished Gown with Full Skirt Size 10
By Odicini Couture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Odicini Couture gown features a heavily embellished bodice with full skirt. The gown has an off the shoulder style and sweetheart neckline. There is a center back zipper and s...
1987 Runway Chanel Black Sequin and Tulle Gown
By Chanel Boutique, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Port Hope, ON
In the 1980s this dress was a size 10!
Vintage Valentino Size 10 Navy Blue 1980s Short Sleeve Nautical 80s Dress
By Valentino
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic and classic vintage 80s VALENTINO navy blue short sleeve Size 10 peplum nautical dress! Features a tailored bodice with a flattering peplum at waist and forgiving pencil skirt. ...
1980s Valentino Size 10 Black Beaded Feather Velvet + Silk Vintage 80s Dress
By Valentino
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage 80s Valentino black velvet and silk satin long sleeve dress ! Features a tailored black velvet bodice with two large beaded feather shaped embellishments. Modesty f...
Vintage Hanae Mori Neiman Marcus Size 8 / 10 1980s Abstract Print 80s Silk Dress
By Hanae Mori
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing early 1980s Japanese designer HANAE MORI for NEIMAN MARCUS abstract print long sleeve silk chiffon dress !
Gianni Versace for Genny 1980s Size 8 / 10 Hot Pink Linen Dress and Jacket Set
By Gianni Versace, Genny
Located in San Diego, CA
Shocking hot pink vintage late 80s GIANNI VERSACE for GENNY strapless linen dress and matching blazer jacket! Tailored strapless dress features flattering panels. Hidden zipper up th...
1980's Donna Morgan White Crochet Lace Dress Approx. Size UK8-10
Located in London, GB
Romantic and summery 1980's white crochet lace dress by Donna Morgan.
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Size: Approx Size 10
1980's Sweet Red and Violet Floral Print Pleated Lightweight Dress Size UK 10
Located in London, GB
Sweet 1980's summer dress features a vibrant pillar box red chiffon fabric printed with a subtle violet floral print.
ALBERT CAPRARO-1980s Lilac Net Formal, Size-10
By Albert Capraro
Located in Dallas, TX
Fantastic 1950s retro formal from the 1980s. The formal has a bustier bodice in pink taffeta covered in layers of pink and blue netting, shirred down the front, sides and back. It's ...
Bill Blass 1980s Maxi Cotton Dress Size 8 / 10.
By Bill Blass
Located in Atlanta, GA
Bill Blass for I.Magnin 1980s white eyelet cotton top long prairie dress with pockets & belt is a size large but fits a size 8 / 10.
1980s Alaia Vintage Mustard Marigold Dress With a Full Skirt Size 10 French 42
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Portland, OR
This is a fabulous full skirt cotton dress designed by Azzedine Alaia Paris and it is in excellent condition! This dress comes with shoulder pads that can be stitched in, or left out...
Gemma Kahng for Bergdorf Goodman Vintage 1980's Colorblock Dress
By GEMMA KAHNG
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Gemma Kahng for Bergdorf Goodman Vintage 1980's Colorblock Dress. Pure wool. Size 10 Bust 36" Waist 32" Hips 42" Length 38" Excellent condition
Nina Ricci Vintage Strapless Polka Dot Taffeta & Linen Cocktail Party Dress
By Nina Ricci
Located in Doncaster, South Yorkshire
Nina Ricci Vintage Strapless Polka Dot Taffeta & Linen Cocktail Party Dress, 1980s Estimated Size: UK 8-10/ US 4-6/ EU 36-38.
Randolph Duke 1990s Size 8 Black Jeweled Rhinestone Vintage 90s Gown Dress
By Randolph Duke
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful RANDOLPH DUKE 1990s black silk jersey and mesh 3/4 sleeves evening gown ! Features nude mesh on the back with hundreds of hand-sewn rhinestones. Hidden zipper up the side. ...
Maxi printed silk jersey dress with bow tie Louis Féraud Paris Circa 1970's
By Louis Feraud Paris
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Maxi printed silk jersey dress with bow tie . Open and button ( covered with the same fabric) in the middle front. No lining. Flared sleeves. SIZE S
Vintage Oscar de la Renta Miss O Size 8 / 10 Kaleidoscope Print Silk Dress
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic vintage Oscar de la Renta MISS O kaleidoscope / Ikat tropical print silk midi dress! Features a flattering tailored bodice, with a loose fitting forgiving full skirt. Vibrant co...
PAULINE TRIGERE 1970's Black Sequin Applique Full Length Dress Size 12
By Pauline Trigère
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Pauline Trigere gown is composed of a crepe silk with patterned sequin applique. Features full sheer sleeves and zippered cuffs. There is a center back zipper closure. In excell...
$600Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 4
1940s Couture Old Hollywood Silky Black Jersey Shoulder drape Evening Gown
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Early 1940s Custom made, old Hollywood silky black Jersey gown with shoulder drape. Couture quality, this gown is sleek & modern the fabric is a weighty matte jersey that drapes bea...
F/W 1994 Gianni Versace Couture Black Wool Corseted Mini Dress IT40
By Gianni Versace Couture, Gianni Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting the perfect little black Gianni Versace dress, designed by Gianni Versace. From the Spring/Summer 1994 collection, this strapless mini-dress is made complete with an inter...
$995Sale Price|23% Off
Size: XS - Medium
1990s Blumarine Anna Molinari Sexy Black Crstyal Studded Vintage Jersey Gown 90s
By Blumarine, Anna Molinari
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy vintag early 90s BLUMARINE by ANNA MOLINARI black slinky rayon jersey halter floor length evening dress! Super soft rayon jersey clings to the body in all the right places, and ...
1980s Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche silk floral wrap dress
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in CULEMBORG, GE
This figure flattering, silk, wrap-dress by Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche from 1980* has a beautiful multicolor floral print. The pink, orange and purple flowers surrounded by green...
1980's Yves Saint Laurent YSL Jacquard Silk Print Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Amazing Yves Saint Laurent electric blue silk jacquard long sleeve dress with sweet neck tie from the 1980s. Features a semi abstract rose pattern with notes of black, white, red an...
$1,450
Size: Small / Medium
Vicky Tiel Couture Vintage Black Silk Mesh Strapless 1990s Strapless Gown Dress
By Vicky Tiel
Located in San Diego, CA
Classic vintage 90s VICKY TIEL COUTURE black silk mesh strapless mermaid gown / maxi dress! Features signature Tiel pleating detail at the bust. Great fit that stretches to fit the b...
Amazing Vintage VIcky Tiel Couture 80s Sexy 1980s Black Jersey Assymetrical Gown
By Vicky Tiel
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing and sexy early 1980s VICKY TIEL COUTURE black silk jersey evening dress! Unique, yet flattering asymmetrical cut, with one of the sleeves sitting off the shoulder. Flattering...
$600Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 4
Vintage Blair Woolverton 1980s Floral Ribbon Size 4 Cotton Fit n Flare 80s Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous 1980s BLAIR WOOLVERTON fit and flare dress! Features a beautiful flower print thorughout with purple ribbons that tie into a bow at each shoulder (length can be adjusted). M...
Halston 1970s Black Silk Bias Iconic Bishop Sleeve Vintage Evening Gown Dress
By Roy Halston Frowick, Halston
Located in San Diego, CA
Iconic beautiful 1970s vintage Halston black bias cut gown ! Features an asymmetrical neckline in the front and bac. Simply slips over the head. Buttons at each bishop sleeve cuff. T...
Yves Saint Laurent Late 1970s Rose Print Wool Challis Vintage 70s Midi Dress YSL
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic late 1970s Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche rose print midi dress ! Features a lightweight soft wool challis with velvet trim at the hem. Hidden metal zipper up the side and at ea...
1990s Richard Tyler Couture Paris Print Size 8 / 10 Paris Print Vintage Dress
By Richard Tyler Couture, Richard Tyler
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare and chic 90s RICHARD TYLER COUTURE Paris novelty print sleeveless silk dress! Features different shades of blue, turquoise, aqua, gray, white and black throughout. Baby blue sil...
JENNY PACKHAM 1990's Vintage Black Backless Evening Gown
By Jenny Packham
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Jenny Packham '90s Vintage Jet black opaque Long sleeves Missing size and comp tag, but definitely silk Cowl neck Adjustable back tie Pullover style Half velvet tulips at the end of ...
Black draped cotton cocktail bustier dress CD de Christian Dior "Robe du Soir"
By Christian Dior
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black draped cotton cocktail bustier dress with bow on the side. Zipped on the middle back. Silk lining. SIZE 6 (US)
$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 ...
1980s Ted Lapidus Size 6 Turquoise Blue Silk Beaded Sequin Vintage 80s Gown
By Ted Lapidus
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful early 1990s TED LAPIDUS turquoise blue silk beaded evening halter gown ! Features thousands of hand-sewn beads in silver and blue, sequins in blue and pearls throughout the...
1990s Dolce & Gabbana Brown Satin White Lace Trim Mini Slip Dress IT42
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This 1990s Dolce & Gabbana mini slip dress is crafted from brown silk satin with delicate white lace trim. The lingerie-inspired design features adjustable straps, a soft bustlin...
$625Sale Price|30% Off
Size: 2 or 4
Pierre Cardin Haute Couture Green Silk Crepe Sequined Cocktail Dress ca. 1967
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Studio City, CA
A circa 1967 Pierre Cardin haute couture green sequined silk crêpe cocktail dress that features a keyhole opening at the back. The main draw of this slinky silk cocktail dress are th...
NWT $7380 Roberto Cavalli FW 2006 Metallic Gold Painted Velvet Sable Trim Vest 6
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Roberto Cavalli Metallic Gold Painted Velvet Sable Trim Vest F/W 2006 Runway Collection Italian size 42 - US 6 ( will fit bigger size). Unique Cavalli Metallic Gold-Leafing Desi...
Emilio Pucci S/S 2012 Runway Unworn Embellished Sheer Lace Cutout Mini Dress
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Emilio Pucci S/S 2012 Runway Unworn Embellished Sheer Lace Cutout Gold Mini Dress Look 31 from the Spring 2012 Collection by Peter Dundas. Size: IT 40 Condition: Unworn with addi...
Alexander McQueen F/W 2004 Beige Metallic Tweed Tie Neck Blazer & Skirt 2pc Suit
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Chicago, IL
Alexander McQueen F/W 2004 "Pantheon As Lecum" tweed skirt suit. As seen on the runway; look #3. Beige with copper and navy metallic basket weave wool blend fabric. Beautiful asymmet...
Cher Bob Mackie Met Gala 1985 Silk Beaded Sequin Sheer Vintage 80s Gown Dress
By Bob Mackie
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy 1980s BOB MACKIE 1985 silk chiffon beaded and sequin evening gown ! Very similar to the one Cher famously wore to the 1985 MET Gala with Mackie, himself. Sheer bodice with thous...
Dolce & Gabbana S/S 1998 Runway Floral Appliqué Sheer Mesh Coat Evening Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Dolce & Gabbana S/S 1998 Runway Floral Appliqué Standing Collar Sheer Mesh Coat Evening Dress Size: IT 44, can fit from approximately IT 40 to IT 46 due to the high stretch material...
Opulent Mocha Brown Brocade Evening Coat c 1960s
Located in University City, MO
Opulent mocha brown brocade evening coat by Montaldo's c 1960s The elegant opera coat is designed with thick structured brocade panels The luminous mocha brown brocade fabric is illu...
Vivienne Westwood Velvet Blouson Jacket
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in Berlin, BE
Beautiful velvet Vivienne Westwood Jacket. Cut in a stunning velvet that seems to absorb and refract light like oil on water, the piece balances romance and rebellion with signature ...
Gianni Versace Couture Silk Dress with Leather Hip Band A/W 2001
By Gianni Versace, Gianni Versace Couture
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful silk dress from Gianni Versace in an abstract bright pink, taupe, black and white print. It is sleeveless with a V neckline, a top stitched leather inset around the hips...
Oscar de la Renta Purple Ombre Houndstooth Check Silk Cocktail Dress
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in San Francisco, CA
Oscar de la Renta silk pencil cut cocktail dress in a purple checked houndstooth pattern and ombre mid section. Back zip and hook and eye. 100% silk. Made in USA. Size 8. Runs sli...
Jean Paul Gaultier New Silk Jacket Top 1990s
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Water Mill, NY
A spectacular black silk jacket/blouse with a multitude of detail by Jean Paul Gaultier. It has a stand up collar, a V front and back yoke which along with the balloon sleeves' wide...
1940s Peach Ruffle Necked Slip Style Evening Gown
Located in London, GB
A stunning soft peach silk gown in exceptional condition from the 1940s. The dress has thin straps, with two layers of frills on the front and back of the neck. It opens with poppers...
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