Valentino Evening Gown 2pc Set Documented Embellished Mosaic Vintage S/S 1989
By Valentino
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
This incredibly rare 2pc evening gown was made by Valentino for the 1989 Spring/Summer collection
Valentino Evening Gown 2pc Set Documented Embellished Mosaic Vintage S/S 1989
By Valentino
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
This incredibly rare 2pc evening gown was made by Valentino for the 1989 Spring/Summer collection
Beaded Evening Gown, 1980s
Located in London, GB
A head turning evening gown from the 1980s. The dress has a heavily beaded top part with a deep v
Vintage Black Evening Gown
Located in London, GB
A wonderful statement evening gown form the 1980s. The dress is in black with bow detail on the
Vintage Red Silk Evening Gown
Located in London, GB
A stunning vintage silk evening gown in a vibrant shade of red. The dress has frill cap sleaves, a
John Galliano F/W 1989 "Nancy Cunard" Documented High Neck Bias-Cut Evening Gown
By John Galliano
Located in Paris, FR
Excellent condition Documented on the runway Features a flared hem, Floor length Size UK8
Vintage Guy Laroche Red Evening Gown
By Guy Laroche
Located in London, GB
A stunning head turning red vintage gown by Guy Laroche.The long gown , has a v back line , wrap
Vintage Evening Gown by Dolares Couture
Located in London, GB
A headturning gown by Delores Couture. The upper part is heavily beaded , with a v neckline, and
Vintage Jasper Conran Black Crepe Evening Gown
By Jasper Conran
Located in London, GB
A chic and elegant evening vintage gown by Jasper Conran .The dress is in a black crepe with an
Vintage Bellville Sassoon Silk Velvet Evening Gown
By Bellville Sassoon
Located in London, GB
A great vintage gown by Bellville Sassoon. In a silk velvet paisley like print, the colours include
Silk satin bustier evening gown with flower print MONTORFANO
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Silk satin bustier evening gown with flower print ( the blue flower are made of sort of velvet
Victor Costa Iridescent Purple Origami-Pleated Strapless Evening Gown
By Victor Costa for Saks Fifth Avenue, Victor Costa
Located in Kingston, NY
A theatrical and romantic creation by Victor Costa, this iridescent purple evening gown captures
BOB MACKIE Vintage Red Heavily Embellished Evening Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Bob Mackie Vintage 1980's - 1990's Jet black with vibrant fire engine red shiny embellishments expertly placed throughout, as Bob Mackie does best Hard boning corset inside Structure...
Bob Mackie Black Evening Gown With Velvet & Beaded Trim
By Bob Mackie
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This stunning Bob Mackie black evening gown epitomizes 80s glamour with its luxurious velvet and
Vintage David Butler Evening Gown with Organza Frill
Located in London, GB
A vintage David Butler evening gown , in black crepe with a double layer organza frill. The dress
Vintage 1989 Bob Mackie Boutique Fully Embellished Pink Silver Dress Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in Montgomery, TX
Vintage Bob Mackie Fully Embellished Long Dress Gown The Strapless version of this dress was worn
Sculptural Thierry Mugler FW 1986 Evening Gown Black Velvet Dress
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
"- The most elegantly dramatic evening gown! High quality black velvet dress, super dramatic famous
$5,840Sale Price|20% Off
Museum quality Chanel black silk taffeta one shoulder evening gown
By Chanel
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Vintage Chanel black silk taffeta one shoulder evening gown from circa late 80s collection
1980s Arnold Scaasi Black Velvet Flocked Tulle Evening Gown Asymmetrical Hem
By Arnold Scaasi, Scaasi
Located in Gresham, OR
1980s Arnold Scaasi Black Velvet Flocked Tulle Evening Gown Asymmetrical Hem: Faux wrap skirt
Early 1980s Bob Mackie Backless Halter Tie Black Satin Evening Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This early 1980s Bob Mackie black satin evening gown features a backless halter tie design, a
Loris Azzaro for Azzaro Boutique Paris 1980s Vintage Black Evening Gown
By Loris Azzaro Paris, Loris Azzaro
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Loris Azzaro Black Jersey & Sheer Crepe Evening Gown with Braided Trim The extra tag marked (REALE
Stunning Thierry Mugler Archival FW 1986 Evening Gown Crystal Black Dress
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
" Museum worthy Collectors Piece The most dramatic evening gown with amazing crystal rhinestone details
$2,396Sale Price|20% Off
F/W 1989 Oscar de La Renta Runway Cranberry Silk Satin Ruched Strapless Gown
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a fabulous cranberry Oscar de la Renta gown. From the Fall/Winter 1989 collection, this
Galanos Evening Gown Formal Long Dress Black Silk Velvet Sculptural Collar
By James Galanos, Galanos
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Here's a sophisticated evening gown from Galanos, likely created in the late 70s or early 1980s
Evening gown with flower print and embroidery and belt. André Laug
By André Laug
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Evening gown with flower print and embroidery. Slighltly see-through. Zip in the middle back
Vintage Lorcan Mullany for Bellville Sasson Silk Evening /Red Carpet Gown
By Lorcan Mullany
Located in London, GB
A headturning vintage gown by Lorcan Mullany for Bellvill Sassoon. In a pretty steel grey silk, the
Fushia and black satin bustier evening gown with beaded work Bill Blass
By Bill Blass
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Fushia and black satin bustier evening gown with beaded work. Boned. 2 zips in the middle back, one
Bill Blass F/W1983 Black Silver Metallic Velvet 1980s Evening Gown Vintage Dress
By Bill Blass
Located in San Diego, CA
hem A breathtaking and rare Bill Blass Fall/Winter 1983 evening gown in dramatic black and silver
Arnold Scaasi Boutique Black 1980's Evening Gown
By Arnold Scaasi
Located in Sharon, CT
A classic formal A line gown with black silk puffy shoulders. Embroidered overall with 3
An Yves Saint Laurent Couture Evening Set Numbered 65123, Circa 1989
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1989. France Haute Couture Proper Collection of Mrs Catherine Deneuve. Luxury evening set
$600Sale Price|33% Off
Vintage Arnold Scaasi Black Velvet Evening Gown w/Red Sequin Floral Pattern
By Arnold Scaasi
Located in Studio City, CA
1980's Arnold Scaasi black velvet strapless evening gown with allover red sequin floral print. In
Yves Saint Laurent Couture Evening Gown Lace and Satin n. 59501 Collection 1985
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Toulon, FR
Fall Winter 1985 Collection France An exceptional Yves Saint Laurent Couture evening gown with
Azzaro Paris 80's Gold Lamé Sunray Pleated Met Gala Evening Gown
By Loris Azzaro
Located in BELLEVUE HILL, NSW
A veritable museum piece, this 1988 Loris Azzaro gown was worn by supermodel Amber Valletta to the
$3,597Sale Price|40% Off
F/W 1986 Valentino Garavani Ruched Black Silk Evening Skirt Set Gown
By Valentino Garavani, Valentino
Located in West Hollywood, CA
mock neck and petal sleeves. The voluminous evening skirt features a high waist and an A-line cut
Fabrice New York Vintage Evening Gown Spectacular Crystal Beads Grey Silk Sz L
By Fabrice New York Couture
Located in Palm Desert, CA
evening wear, and these dazzling gowns with elaborate beadwork were in heavy rotation by New York City
1980s James Galanos Couture Black Lace & Satin Puff-Sleeve 80s Gala Evening Gown
By Galanos, James Galanos
Located in San Diego, CA
evening gown is a true study in sculptural elegance, marrying opulent textiles with precise, architectural
Navy blue rayon evening gown with sequins and beads flower embroidery André Laug
By André Laug
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Navy blue rayon evening gown with sequins and beads flower embroidery. Show piece. Numbered
Vintage Mary McFadden Couture Sz 10 1980s Pink Pearl Beaded Pleated Evening Gown
By Mary Mc Fadden, Mary McFadden
Located in San Diego, CA
1980s, this gown pairs her signature permanently pleated textile with a richly hand-embellished bodice
John Galliano black viscose crêpe bias cut low back evening gown, fw 1988
By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
John Galliano black viscose crêpe bias cut evening gown, low cowl back with horizontal strap, zig
Vintage Nina Ricci Couture 1980s Avant Garde Polka Dot Silk Taffeta Evening Gown
By Nina Ricci
Located in San Diego, CA
sleeveless evening gown! Features a black and white polka dot body, with lipstick red sleeves, and above bust
Vintage 80s Bob Mackie Boutique Green Blue Fully Beaded Silk Evening Dress Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in Montgomery, TX
Vintage 80's Bob Mackie Boutique Green Blue Fully Beaded Silk Evening Dress Gown Designer size 8
Rare Chanel Vintage S/S 1989 Grecian Goddess Ivory Gold Pleated Gown
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
An ethereal and rare Chanel creation from the Spring/Summer 1989 collection, designed under Karl
1980s Vicky Tiel Couture Strapless Ombre Pleated Bodice Mesh Evening Gown Sz 0 2
By Vicky Tiel
Located in San Diego, CA
This striking 1980s vintage Vicky Tiel Couture for Neiman Marcus evening gown features a sculpted
F/W 1989 Oscar de la Renta Runway Chartreuse Chiffon Strapless Gown
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a fabulous chartreuse Oscar de la Renta strapless gown. From the Fall/Winter 1989
Vintage OSCAR DE LA RENTA Black Silk & Swarovski Maxi Evening Dress Gown Size 8
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The Vintage Oscar de la Renta evening gown is a true masterpiece of elegance and glamour. Crafted
Azzendine Alaia 1989 Knitted Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Hong Kong, HK
knitted dress from 1989 is a masterpiece of sculptural design. Crafted to flatter, its slim-fit silhouette
Iconic 1989 Bob Mackie White Embroidered Beaded Grapevine Design Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in Montgomery, TX
net gown with a beaded grapevine design, from the California Collection - a salute to the Napa Valley
Bob Mackie Red Sequin Grapevine Dress, SS 1989
By Bob Mackie
Located in Marlborough, GB
Bob Mackie red sequin grapevine dress, Spring Summer 1989 An iconic, showstopper of a dress from
Thierry Mugler Archival FW 1989 Dress Sculptural Iconic
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Naomi opened the FW 1989/90 Runway in this iconic look. This is tailoring as seduction
1980s Pauline Trigere Rhinestone Studded Red Net Evening Gown W/ Fishtail Hem
By Pauline Trigère
Located in Gresham, OR
This classic and signature Red by Pauline Trigere net gown is completely studded with rhinestones
A burgundy velvet & lamé evening gown by Pierre Cardin Haute Couture Circa 1980
By Pierre Cardin Couture, Pierre Cardin
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1980 France A long evening dress in Burgundy velvet by Pierre Cardin Haute Couture dating
Vintage Judith Ann evening dress
By Judith Ann Creations
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Judith Ann evening dress embroidered with beads and sequins Size – L Length – 134 cm
Lillie Rubin Sheer Black Polka Dot and Lace Soft Tulle Gothic Evening Gown SM
By Lillie Rubin
Located in North Attleboro, MA
. This designer evening gown from the 1990s is perfect for special occasions. Features of the dress
Chanel High Neck Column Gown
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Chanel High Neck Column Heavy Silk Crepe Gown from the 1980's by Karl Lagerfeld. High collar
1980s Givenchy Couture Velvet Gown
By Givenchy
Located in New York, NY
This exceptional Haute Couture gown was made by Hubert de Givenchy for the Fall 1982 collection
$3,060Sale Price|55% Off
1988 Stephen Sprouse Sequin Gown
By Stephen Sprouse
Located in Austin, TX
1988 Stephen Sprouse sequin gown with off center racing back. Has stretch. Orange, pink and yellow
Azzedine Alaïa Burnt Orange Ribbed Knit Dress, F/W 1989
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Paris, FR
From Azzedine Alaïa’s iconic Fall/Winter 1989 collection, Look 16, this long burnt-orange ribbed
1980s Candice Fraiberger Turquoise Gown
By Candice Fraiberger
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1980s Candice Fraiberger turquoise jersey gown. Stunning v neckline with layered ruffle shoulders
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.
Costumer to the stars Ray Aghayan brought the famed painting to life with his spectacular design.
From handbags and heels to jackets and jewels, Sharon Coplan Hurowitz has a deep admiration for (and collection of) all things Chanel.
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.
Amanda Benchley and Bridget Moynahan teamed up to explore the relationship between powerful women and their most significant footwear.
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.