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Incredible 1950s Vintage Black Sequin Beaded Wool 50s Wiggle Evening Dress Gown
Incredible 1950s Vintage Black Sequin Beaded Wool 50s Wiggle Evening Dress Gown

Incredible 1950s Vintage Black Sequin Beaded Wool 50s Wiggle Evening Dress Gown

By Boutique by Miss Ruth, Miss Ruth

Located in San Diego, CA

Breathtaking 1950s black wool knit couture fully sequined and paillete full length evening wiggle dress! This gem was made in Hong Kong, with the sought-after "Boutique by Miss Ruth"...

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1950s Hong Kong Evening Gowns

50s Silk Jacquard Cocktail Dress w/ Swallowtail Bow -
50s Silk Jacquard Cocktail Dress w/ Swallowtail Bow -

50s Silk Jacquard Cocktail Dress w/ Swallowtail Bow -

Located in Gresham, OR

A fantastic 50s silk jacquard cocktail dress in black with a floral pattern: zips up the back with a square neckline, 3/4 fitted sleeves, deep V back, a gathered swag rides low on t...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

Vintage Sarmi Black Lace Cocktail Dress-Sz 6 Circa 50's
Vintage Sarmi Black Lace Cocktail Dress-Sz 6 Circa 50's

Vintage Sarmi Black Lace Cocktail Dress-Sz 6 Circa 50's

By Ferdinando Sarmi

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Vintage Sarmi Black Lace Cocktail Dress - Size 6 Circa 50's This dress is in excellent vintage condition. Additional Measurements: Shoulder to Shoulder : 18" Bust: 36” Waist: 30” Hi...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

Gorgeous 1950s 50s Couture Pink Vintage Mermaid Dress w/ Chantilly Lace + Sequin
Gorgeous 1950s 50s Couture Pink Vintage Mermaid Dress w/ Chantilly Lace + Sequin

Gorgeous 1950s 50s Couture Pink Vintage Mermaid Dress w/ Chantilly Lace + Sequin

Located in San Diego, CA

What a dress!!! This gorgeous 1950s mermaid dress could have easily been on any of the 50s starlets! Pink Chantilly lace, intermixed with sequins throughout. Fitted throughout the bo...

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1950s Evening Gowns

Bombshell 1950s Mr Blackwell 50s Vintage Couture Gold Metallic Wiggle Dress Gown
Bombshell 1950s Mr Blackwell 50s Vintage Couture Gold Metallic Wiggle Dress Gown

Bombshell 1950s Mr Blackwell 50s Vintage Couture Gold Metallic Wiggle Dress Gown

By Mr. Blackwell

Located in San Diego, CA

WOW! This vintage Mr. Blackwell Custom dress is OUT OF THIS WORLD! This is quite possible the best Mr. Blackwell piece I have ever seen! Dating from the late 1950s/ early 1960s, this...

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1950s American Evening Gowns

Vintage 1950's 50s Black Lace Nude Illusion Bombshell Wiggle Cocktail Dress
Vintage 1950's 50s Black Lace Nude Illusion Bombshell Wiggle Cocktail Dress

Vintage 1950's 50s Black Lace Nude Illusion Bombshell Wiggle Cocktail Dress

Located in Sparks, NV

The perfect little black dress! Tiny nipped waist, V-neckline, and nude illusion peek-a-boo lace accents on the bodice. Short sleeves and hourglass silhouette. Rear metal zip closure...

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1950s American Evening Dresses

1950s Fred Perlberg Size 0 XS White Blue Rhinestone Tulle Vintage 50s Gown Dress
1950s Fred Perlberg Size 0 XS White Blue Rhinestone Tulle Vintage 50s Gown Dress

1950s Fred Perlberg Size 0 XS White Blue Rhinestone Tulle Vintage 50s Gown Dress

By Fred Perlberg Originals, Fred Perlberg

Located in San Diego, CA

Stunning 1950s FRED PERLBERG white and Robin’s egg blue rhinestone encrusted strapless gown ! Boned bodice. Hundreds of rhinestones really make this dress sparkle. Features layers of...

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1950s American Evening Gowns

Vintage 1950's 50s Black Ruched Jersey Bodice Party Dress with a Drop Waist
Vintage 1950's 50s Black Ruched Jersey Bodice Party Dress with a Drop Waist

Vintage 1950's 50s Black Ruched Jersey Bodice Party Dress with a Drop Waist

Located in Sparks, NV

Simple but chic little black party dress from the 1950's. This dress features a jersey knit ruched bodice, drop waist, sweetheart bustline, 3/4 length sleeves and full flared skirt. ...

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1950s American Evening Dresses

Vintage Ceil Chapman 1950s Emerald Silk 50S Cocktail Dress Scarf Neckline
Vintage Ceil Chapman 1950s Emerald Silk 50S Cocktail Dress Scarf Neckline

Vintage Ceil Chapman 1950s Emerald Silk 50S Cocktail Dress Scarf Neckline

By Ceil Chapman

Located in San Diego, CA

Approximately Size Small Measurements: 36 inch bust 27-28 inch waist 36 inch hips 40 inches from top back shoulder seam to hem An exceptional example of mid-century American design...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

1950s Demi Couture Red Tulle 50s Cocktail Dress with Detachable Bertha Collar
1950s Demi Couture Red Tulle 50s Cocktail Dress with Detachable Bertha Collar

1950s Demi Couture Red Tulle 50s Cocktail Dress with Detachable Bertha Collar

Located in San Diego, CA

Size: US Small Bust: 34 inches Waist: 26 inches Hips: Free Length: 38 inches from top back shoulder seam to hem 1950s cocktail dress, 50s cocktail dress, vintage 1950s dress, red t...

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

1950s Chic Crepe Sleeveless Perfect Vintage 50s Little Black Sheath Dress
1950s Chic Crepe Sleeveless Perfect Vintage 50s Little Black Sheath Dress

1950s Chic Crepe Sleeveless Perfect Vintage 50s Little Black Sheath Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Perfect late 1950s black crepe sleeveless dress! The perfect LBD that is an essential timeless addition to any wardrobe. Features soft black crepe, with a wrap around strap that butt...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

Gorgeous 1950s 50s Lipstick Red Demi Couture Silk Brocade Cocktail Dress
Gorgeous 1950s 50s Lipstick Red Demi Couture Silk Brocade Cocktail Dress

Gorgeous 1950s 50s Lipstick Red Demi Couture Silk Brocade Cocktail Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Stunning 1950s vintage lipstick red DEMI COUTURE silk brocade dress! Floral brocade throughout with a wonderful chiffon overlay skirt. Mostly hand sewn. Full metal zipper up the back...

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

1950s Demi Couture Black Chiffon Handkerchief Waterfall Panel Vintage 50s Dress
1950s Demi Couture Black Chiffon Handkerchief Waterfall Panel Vintage 50s Dress

1950s Demi Couture Black Chiffon Handkerchief Waterfall Panel Vintage 50s Dress

By Jay Herbert

Located in San Diego, CA

Gorgeous and classic 1950s demi couture handkerchief panel chiffon dress ! Features a flattering tailored bodice, and skirt has panels that look amazing on and with movement. Hidden ...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1950's Red Floral Silk Pleated Wiggle Dress Cocktail 50s Dress US 2 UK 6
Vintage 1950's Red Floral Silk Pleated Wiggle Dress Cocktail 50s Dress US 2 UK 6

Vintage 1950's Red Floral Silk Pleated Wiggle Dress Cocktail 50s Dress US 2 UK 6

Located in Nashville, TN

Rendered in the most vibrant floral pattern, with blooming red flowers set against green foliage and a cream base, this original 1950's silk cocktail dress, is just the piece for tha...

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

1950s Blue Raffia Demi Couture Beautiful Vintage Crochet 50s Wiggle Dress
1950s Blue Raffia Demi Couture Beautiful Vintage Crochet 50s Wiggle Dress

1950s Blue Raffia Demi Couture Beautiful Vintage Crochet 50s Wiggle Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful vintage 1950s blue raffia demi couture wiggle dress! Features hand crochet work with raffia. Fully lined. Full metal zipper up the back with hook-and-eye closure. Can easil...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

1950s Autumnal 3 - D Checkered Plaid Pleated 50s Cotton Vintage Dress
1950s Autumnal 3 - D Checkered Plaid Pleated 50s Cotton Vintage Dress

1950s Autumnal 3 - D Checkered Plaid Pleated 50s Cotton Vintage Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Chic 1950s 'Autumnal' pleated cotton dress! Warm tones, in plaid, with three dimensional contrasting black sketched plaid throughout. Pleated bodice and skirt, that looks sensational...

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

Beautiful 1950s Fred Perlberg Navy Blue +  Ivory Rhinestone 50s Vintage Dress
Beautiful 1950s Fred Perlberg Navy Blue +  Ivory Rhinestone 50s Vintage Dress

Beautiful 1950s Fred Perlberg Navy Blue + Ivory Rhinestone 50s Vintage Dress

By Fred Perlberg Originals, Fred Perlberg

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful 1950s FRED PERLBERG navy blue and ivory lace rhinestone sleeveless dress! Features a pretty navy blue fabric with ivory lace at bust and waist. Sparkly rhinestone sequins a...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

1950s Nina Ricci Couture Brown + Black Medallion Print Silk Vintage 50s Dress
1950s Nina Ricci Couture Brown + Black Medallion Print Silk Vintage 50s Dress

1950s Nina Ricci Couture Brown + Black Medallion Print Silk Vintage 50s Dress

By Nina Ricci

Located in San Diego, CA

Wonderful mid-late 50s NINA RICCI Couture brown and black medallion print silk dress ! Feataures symmetrical medallion prints on an iridescent silk. Wrap style with interior button a...

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1950s French Cocktail Dresses

Stunning 1950s Bullock's Wilshire Large Size Black Silk Sequined 50s Midi Dress
Stunning 1950s Bullock's Wilshire Large Size Black Silk Sequined 50s Midi Dress

Stunning 1950s Bullock's Wilshire Large Size Black Silk Sequined 50s Midi Dress

By Bullock Wilshire

Located in San Diego, CA

Stunning vintage 50s Bullock's Wilshire demi couture black silk sequined tea length midi dress! Features thousands of hand-sewn black sequins throughout the entire dress. Pocket at t...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

1950s Demi Couture Taupe Brown Silk Brocade Vintage 50s Bombshell Wiggle Dress
1950s Demi Couture Taupe Brown Silk Brocade Vintage 50s Bombshell Wiggle Dress

1950s Demi Couture Taupe Brown Silk Brocade Vintage 50s Bombshell Wiggle Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful 1950s taupe / light brown silk brocade sleeveless wiggle dress ! The perfect color for anytime of year for ay day or evening event. Flattering tailored ruched bodice with f...

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

James Galanos Early 50s Cocktail Dress in Wool and Silk Chiffon
James Galanos Early 50s Cocktail Dress in Wool and Silk Chiffon

James Galanos Early 50s Cocktail Dress in Wool and Silk Chiffon

By James Galanos

Located in Gresham, OR

A gorgeous very early example of James Galanos' fine work. Label style indicates it was made between '51 and '55. Very simple but extremely structured wool strapless bodice and volu...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

Suzy Perette 1950s Black Silk Shantung Short Sleeve Vintage 50s Bombshell Dress
Suzy Perette 1950s Black Silk Shantung Short Sleeve Vintage 50s Bombshell Dress

Suzy Perette 1950s Black Silk Shantung Short Sleeve Vintage 50s Bombshell Dress

By Suzy Perette

Located in San Diego, CA

Gorgeous 1950s SUZY PERETTE black silk shantung short sleeve bombshell dress! Features a tailored fitted bodice with a flattering and forgiving full skirt. Bow detail at each side of...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

1950s Anita Modes Black Demi Couture One Shoulder Rhinestone 50s Wiggle Dress
1950s Anita Modes Black Demi Couture One Shoulder Rhinestone 50s Wiggle Dress

1950s Anita Modes Black Demi Couture One Shoulder Rhinestone 50s Wiggle Dress

By ANITA MODES

Located in San Diego, CA

Exceptional vintage 1950s ANITA MODES black silk crepe one shoulder cocktail wiggle dress! Form fitting silhouette hugs the body in all the right places. So Marilyn Monroe, Audrey He...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

1950s Demi Couture Avocado Green Silk Brocade Vintage 50s Cap Sleeve Dress
1950s Demi Couture Avocado Green Silk Brocade Vintage 50s Cap Sleeve Dress

1950s Demi Couture Avocado Green Silk Brocade Vintage 50s Cap Sleeve Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful late 1950s demi couture avocado green silk brocade cap sleeve dress! Features a floral silk brocade pattern. Lots of attention to detail, with hand-sewn finishings. Full me...

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

1950s Demi Couture Black Silk Cut - Out Chic Vintage 50s Cocktail Dress
1950s Demi Couture Black Silk Cut - Out Chic Vintage 50s Cocktail Dress

1950s Demi Couture Black Silk Cut - Out Chic Vintage 50s Cocktail Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Chic 1950s demi couture black silk cut-out cocktail dress! Features a fitted bodice and forgiving skirt. Low cut back features a large bow that snaps on one side. Full metal zipper u...

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

1950s Edith Flagg Large Size Black Silk Velvet Vintage 50s Wiggle Dress
1950s Edith Flagg Large Size Black Silk Velvet Vintage 50s Wiggle Dress

1950s Edith Flagg Large Size Black Silk Velvet Vintage 50s Wiggle Dress

By Edith Flagg

Located in San Diego, CA

Bombshell early 50s EDITH FLAGG black silk velvet larger size wiggle dress! Edith Flagg was a Romanian-born fashion designer who started her own label in 1950. She went on to become ...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

1950s Saks Fifth Avenue Watercolor Demi Couture Beaded Silk Vintage 50s Dress
1950s Saks Fifth Avenue Watercolor Demi Couture Beaded Silk Vintage 50s Dress

1950s Saks Fifth Avenue Watercolor Demi Couture Beaded Silk Vintage 50s Dress

By Saks Fifth Avenue

Located in San Diego, CA

Sensational late 1950s, early 1960s 60s luxurious silk watercolor beaded dress! Features vibrant green, pink, blue and white colors throughout. Thousands of hand-sewn seeds beads thr...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

1950s Lord & Taylor Brown + Black Zebra Print Pique Cotton 50s Vintage Dress
1950s Lord & Taylor Brown + Black Zebra Print Pique Cotton 50s Vintage Dress

1950s Lord & Taylor Brown + Black Zebra Print Pique Cotton 50s Vintage Dress

By Lord & Taylor

Located in San Diego, CA

Amazing mid 1950s LORD AND TAYLOR brown and black zebra animal print cut - out dress! Features a chic animal print with a fitted tailored bodice and a peek-a-boo cut-out above the bu...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

Gorgeous 1950s Demi Couture Navy Blue Raffia Cut - Out Vintage 50s Dress
Gorgeous 1950s Demi Couture Navy Blue Raffia Cut - Out Vintage 50s Dress

Gorgeous 1950s Demi Couture Navy Blue Raffia Cut - Out Vintage 50s Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Smashing 1950s Demi Couture navy blue raffia dress! Vibrant navy blue raffia with an attached silk lining. Full metal zipper up the side with hook-and-eye closure. Bombshell fit, wit...

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

Bob Mackie For Neiman Marcus Important Cotton Plaid 50s Style Vintage Dress
Bob Mackie For Neiman Marcus Important Cotton Plaid 50s Style Vintage Dress

Bob Mackie For Neiman Marcus Important Cotton Plaid 50s Style Vintage Dress

By Bob Mackie

Located in San Diego, CA

Important Bob Mackie late 70s/early 80s dress! From the era of Mackie's 'hype,' this dress mirrors his femininity, and attention to detail. Cotton layers of plaid, with an attached b...

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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

Beautiful 1950s French Demi Couture Ivory Off White Beaded Vintage 50s Dress
Beautiful 1950s French Demi Couture Ivory Off White Beaded Vintage 50s Dress

Beautiful 1950s French Demi Couture Ivory Off White Beaded Vintage 50s Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful late 1950s ivory / off-white lightweight wool beaded bombshell dress ! Features a silk lace slip that peek through at the hem. Hidden metal zipper up the back with hook-and...

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1950s French Cocktail Dresses

Amazing 1950s Gold Bronze Silk Metallic Late 50s Vintage Wiggle Bombshell Dress
Amazing 1950s Gold Bronze Silk Metallic Late 50s Vintage Wiggle Bombshell Dress

Amazing 1950s Gold Bronze Silk Metallic Late 50s Vintage Wiggle Bombshell Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful and flattering late 1950s vintage silk metallic wiggle dress! Incredible amount of detail was placed on the construction of this gem. Gorgeous golden bronze color. Definite...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

1950s Lilli Diamond Ivory Off - White French Lace Vintage 50s Wiggle Dress
1950s Lilli Diamond Ivory Off - White French Lace Vintage 50s Wiggle Dress

1950s Lilli Diamond Ivory Off - White French Lace Vintage 50s Wiggle Dress

By Lilli Diamond

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful 1950s LILLI DIAMOND ivory French lace wiggle dress! Wonderful fit hugs the body in all the right places, and was constructed to really flattering the body. Nude illusion de...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

1950s Suzy Perette Black Silk Chiffon Nude Illusion Couture Vintage 50s Dress
1950s Suzy Perette Black Silk Chiffon Nude Illusion Couture Vintage 50s Dress

1950s Suzy Perette Black Silk Chiffon Nude Illusion Couture Vintage 50s Dress

By Suzy Perette

Located in San Diego, CA

Incredible 1950s SUZY PERETTE black silk chiffon nude illusion couture tiered cocktail dress! Features a black strapless bodice with a sheer chiffon overlay. Three tiers of soft luxu...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

1950s Roberta Lee Originals Black and White Flower Print Vintage 50s Dress
1950s Roberta Lee Originals Black and White Flower Print Vintage 50s Dress

1950s Roberta Lee Originals Black and White Flower Print Vintage 50s Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Chic 1950s ROBERTA LEE ORIGINALS black and white flower print long sleeve silk dress ! Features fabric covered buttons up the front. Tiny white flower shapes printed throughout in wh...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

1950s Demi Couture Gold + Black Silk Brocade and Chiffon Vintage 50s Dress
1950s Demi Couture Gold + Black Silk Brocade and Chiffon Vintage 50s Dress

1950s Demi Couture Gold + Black Silk Brocade and Chiffon Vintage 50s Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful 1950s demi couture gold and black silk brocade and chiffon cocktail dress! Features a tailored gold and black silk flower brocade bodice, with a forgiving black silk chiffo...

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

Beautiful 1950s Edward Abbott Demi Couture 50s Champagne Beige Silk Beaded Dress
Beautiful 1950s Edward Abbott Demi Couture 50s Champagne Beige Silk Beaded Dress

Beautiful 1950s Edward Abbott Demi Couture 50s Champagne Beige Silk Beaded Dress

By Edward Abbott

Located in San Diego, CA

Absolutely beautiful vintage late 1950s EDWARD ABBOTT champagne beige silk brocade beaded demi couture wiggle dress! Stunning silhouette that really flatters the body. Luxurious silk...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

1990s Couture Black Silk Hi - Lo Beaded Sleeveless 50s Style Cocktail Dress
1990s Couture Black Silk Hi - Lo Beaded Sleeveless 50s Style Cocktail Dress

1990s Couture Black Silk Hi - Lo Beaded Sleeveless 50s Style Cocktail Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful 1990s does 1950s demi couture black silk dress! Features a fitted bodice, with a flared high-low skirt. Hundreds of hand-sewn sequins and beads mixed with lave throughout. ...

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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

New 1950s Suzy Perette Vintage 50s Black Velvet ' Wet Look ' Cocktail Dress
New 1950s Suzy Perette Vintage 50s Black Velvet ' Wet Look ' Cocktail Dress

New 1950s Suzy Perette Vintage 50s Black Velvet ' Wet Look ' Cocktail Dress

By Suzy Perette

Located in San Diego, CA

BRAND NEW (Never Worn) VINTAGE!!! Chic 1950s Suzy Perrette black silk velvet cocktail dress! Brand New deadstock vintage dress! Skirt features soft black silk velvet, with built i...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

Beautiful Vintage 1950s Black and Silver Sequined Crepe 50s Wiggle Shift Dress
Beautiful Vintage 1950s Black and Silver Sequined Crepe 50s Wiggle Shift Dress

Beautiful Vintage 1950s Black and Silver Sequined Crepe 50s Wiggle Shift Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Sensational late 1950s black, silver and gunmetal sequined wiggle shift dress! Features allover hand-sewn sequins throughout the front and back of the bodice. Peek-a-boo at the top b...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

Badgley Mischka Light Gold Fit and Flare 50s Style Flattering Silk Dress
Badgley Mischka Light Gold Fit and Flare 50s Style Flattering Silk Dress

Badgley Mischka Light Gold Fit and Flare 50s Style Flattering Silk Dress

By Badgley Mischka

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful BADGLEY MISCHKA light gold 1950s style silk dress! Perfect gold color, on the finest silk! Fit & flare style, with a slight A - Line shape. Features cap sleeves, with a sco...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Dresses

1950s Bess Myerson Lipstick Red + White One Shoulder Vintage 50s Silk Dress
1950s Bess Myerson Lipstick Red + White One Shoulder Vintage 50s Silk Dress

1950s Bess Myerson Lipstick Red + White One Shoulder Vintage 50s Silk Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Rare and exquisite Avant Garde BESS MYERSON by Natlynn Demi Couture lipstick red and white one shoulder silk dress! Bess Myerson was a Miss America winner in 1945. She also dabbled i...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

Gorgeous 1950s Demi Couture Leopard Cheetah Print Silk Fit n' Flare 50s Dress
Gorgeous 1950s Demi Couture Leopard Cheetah Print Silk Fit n' Flare 50s Dress

Gorgeous 1950s Demi Couture Leopard Cheetah Print Silk Fit n' Flare 50s Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Gorgeous vintage 1950s demi couture leopard/cheetah print fit and flare silk dress! This is one bombshell of a dress, and is a classic beauty! Features allover animal print. Fitted b...

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

1950s Eleanor Green / Mary Norton Silk Crepe Pink Short Sleeve Vintage 50s Dress
1950s Eleanor Green / Mary Norton Silk Crepe Pink Short Sleeve Vintage 50s Dress

1950s Eleanor Green / Mary Norton Silk Crepe Pink Short Sleeve Vintage 50s Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Chic and flattering late 1950s ELEANOR GREEN for MARY NORTON pink silk crepe short sleeve dress! Features the perfect shade pink with a tailored bodice with intricate draping at the ...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

1950s Charles Hymen Novelty Postcard Print Vintage 50s 3/4 Sleeves Silk Dress
1950s Charles Hymen Novelty Postcard Print Vintage 50s 3/4 Sleeves Silk Dress

1950s Charles Hymen Novelty Postcard Print Vintage 50s 3/4 Sleeves Silk Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Chic and rare CHARLES HYMEN novelty postcard print fit n’ flare silk dress ! Features prints of different postcards and letters throughout. Buttons up the front center bodice. Hidden...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

1950s Demi Couture Green Botanical Floral Silk Fit n' Flare Vintage 50s Dress
1950s Demi Couture Green Botanical Floral Silk Fit n' Flare Vintage 50s Dress

1950s Demi Couture Green Botanical Floral Silk Fit n' Flare Vintage 50s Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful 1950s demi couture green botanical floral print silk fit n' flare sleeveless dress ! Features various shade of green throughout. Hidden metal zipper up the back with hook-a...

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

1950s Dynasty I Magnin Raspberry Red Gold Flowers Silk Satin Vintage 50s Dress
1950s Dynasty I Magnin Raspberry Red Gold Flowers Silk Satin Vintage 50s Dress

1950s Dynasty I Magnin Raspberry Red Gold Flowers Silk Satin Vintage 50s Dress

By Dynasty

Located in San Diego, CA

Stunning mid/late 1950s DYNASTY for I. MAGNIN raspberry red and gold silk satin sleeveless demi couture dress! Not quite red, and not quite pink, this beautiful gem features gold emb...

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1950s Hong Kong Cocktail Dresses

1950s Werle of Beverly Hills Demi Couture Pink + Fuchsia Silk Chiffon 50s Dress
1950s Werle of Beverly Hills Demi Couture Pink + Fuchsia Silk Chiffon 50s Dress

1950s Werle of Beverly Hills Demi Couture Pink + Fuchsia Silk Chiffon 50s Dress

By WERLE of Beverly Hills

Located in San Diego, CA

Stunning 1950s vintage WERLE OF BEVERLY HILLS demi couture pink, fuchsia and white watercolor print chiffon silk dress! I once had the long sleeved version of this rare gem, and I wa...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

Beautiful 1950s Demi Couture Raspberry Pink 3/4 Sleeves Vintage 50s Crepe Dress
Beautiful 1950s Demi Couture Raspberry Pink 3/4 Sleeves Vintage 50s Crepe Dress

Beautiful 1950s Demi Couture Raspberry Pink 3/4 Sleeves Vintage 50s Crepe Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful 1950s demi couture raspberry pink crepe dress! Features pom pom balls attached at the cuffs of each sleeve. Pom poms also featured on the train on the back. Full metal zipp...

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

1950s House of Branell Black and White Silk Floral Vintage 50s Wrap Dress
1950s House of Branell Black and White Silk Floral Vintage 50s Wrap Dress

1950s House of Branell Black and White Silk Floral Vintage 50s Wrap Dress

By Branell

Located in San Diego, CA

Gorgeous 1950s demi couture HOUSE OF BRANELL black and white floral print silk short sleeve dress! Faux wrap style is flattering and comfortable for an array of sizes. Fitted bodice ...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

1950s Halmar Demi Couture Taupe / Light Brown Silk Vintage 50s Mermaid Hem Dress
1950s Halmar Demi Couture Taupe / Light Brown Silk Vintage 50s Mermaid Hem Dress

1950s Halmar Demi Couture Taupe / Light Brown Silk Vintage 50s Mermaid Hem Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Gorgeous 1950 HALMAR demi couture taupe / light brown silk mermaid hem cocktail dress! Features a tailored fitted bodice and body, with a remarkable flared hem. Hem features an attac...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

1950s Black and White Crepe and Silk Fringe 50s Vintage Wiggle Flapper Dress
1950s Black and White Crepe and Silk Fringe 50s Vintage Wiggle Flapper Dress

1950s Black and White Crepe and Silk Fringe 50s Vintage Wiggle Flapper Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Chic 1950s black and white fringe flapper fringe dress, with a 1920s twist! Wonderful soft black crepe, with a body hugging wiggle fit. Fringe at bust and hem. Full metal zipper with...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

1950s Large Plus Size Hand Painted Black Silk Woven Ribbon Vintage 50s Dress
1950s Large Plus Size Hand Painted Black Silk Woven Ribbon Vintage 50s Dress

1950s Large Plus Size Hand Painted Black Silk Woven Ribbon Vintage 50s Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful couture quality 1950s large size woven silk ribbon hand painted dress ! Features a flattering tailored bodice with a forgiving skirt. Hand painted flowers in blue, turquois...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

1950s Paisley Cotton 3/4 Sleeves Fit n' Flare Vintage 50s Bow Dress
1950s Paisley Cotton 3/4 Sleeves Fit n' Flare Vintage 50s Bow Dress

1950s Paisley Cotton 3/4 Sleeves Fit n' Flare Vintage 50s Bow Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Chic 1950s paisley fit n' flare cotton dress! Features ivory background with warm hues of maroon, orange, pale yellow nad ivory throughout. Shelf like bust with attached bow. Metal z...

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

1950s Demi Couture Black Chantilly Lace Beaded Fit n' Flare Vintage 50s Dress
1950s Demi Couture Black Chantilly Lace Beaded Fit n' Flare Vintage 50s Dress

1950s Demi Couture Black Chantilly Lace Beaded Fit n' Flare Vintage 50s Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Stunning 1950s demi couture black chantilly lace beaded long sleeve fit n' flare dress! There are so many details on this beauty! Tailored bodice with thousands of hand-sewn black se...

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

1950s Demi Couture House of Nine Black Silk Chiffon Vintage 50s Rhinestone Dress
1950s Demi Couture House of Nine Black Silk Chiffon Vintage 50s Rhinestone Dress

1950s Demi Couture House of Nine Black Silk Chiffon Vintage 50s Rhinestone Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful 1950s House of Nine demi couture black silk chiffon bombshell halter dress ! Tailored bodice with three strands of rhinestones under the bust that leads into the back. Full...

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

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50's Hattie Carnegie Black Silk Faille Evening Dress
50's Hattie Carnegie Black Silk Faille Evening Dress

50's Hattie Carnegie Black Silk Faille Evening Dress

By Hattie Carnegie

Located in San Francisco, CA

50's Hattie Carnegie black silk faille evening dress with embellishments.

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1950s American Evening Dresses

50's Graffiti Silk Organza Dress
50's Graffiti Silk Organza Dress

50's Graffiti Silk Organza Dress

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50's Graffiti Silk Organza Dress

Located in Topanga, CA

1950's graffiti print silk organza dress. Exaggerated, puff sleeves, dropped from shoulder, giving a beautiful silhouette across the decollete. Fully lined, bustier with boning.

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1950s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

50s Estevez Silk Dress
50s Estevez Silk Dress

50s Estevez Silk Dress

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Size: 7/8

50s Estevez Silk Dress

By Estevez

Located in Miami Beach, FL

If You’ve Looked At Any Other Estevez On OUR Site, You’ve Read About What Devoted Fans We Are, And How Brilliant And Body-Flattering We Find His Designs. 1955 Was When Estevez Made T...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

50s Black Satin Evening Coat (Coat Only)
50s Black Satin Evening Coat (Coat Only)

50s Black Satin Evening Coat (Coat Only)

Located in San Francisco, CA

(Coat Only) 50s black satin cocktail sheath dress with a pleated shell bust comes with a matching black satin evening coat which has a champagne satin lining.

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1950s Unknown Cocktail Dresses

50s Giovannelli Sciarra Couture Green Velvet Evening Jumpsuit Ensemble
50s Giovannelli Sciarra Couture Green Velvet Evening Jumpsuit Ensemble

50s Giovannelli Sciarra Couture Green Velvet Evening Jumpsuit Ensemble

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Drop dead gorgeous jumpsuit in rich emerald green velvet with matching swing jacket. By spectacular Italian couturier Giovannelli Sciarra. Catsuit style - super sexy with plunging ne...

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1950s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

50s Black Silk Rose Dress
50s Black Silk Rose Dress

50s Black Silk Rose Dress

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50s Black Silk Rose Dress

Located in San Francisco, CA

50s Black Silk Rose Dress

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1950s Unknown Aesthetic Evening Dresses

50s Ceil Chapman Aubergine Smocked Dress
50s Ceil Chapman Aubergine Smocked Dress

50s Ceil Chapman Aubergine Smocked Dress

By Ceil Chapman

Located in San Francisco, CA

50s Aubergine Smocked Dress. Front button and metal side zip closures. Belt included, unoriginal.

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

50s Black & White Lace Cocktail Dress
50s Black & White Lace Cocktail Dress

50s Black & White Lace Cocktail Dress

Located in San Francisco, CA

50s Black & White Lace Cocktail Dress. The black lace is layered over white lace. Velvet trim on bodice. Built in layered tulle petticoat. Grosgrain waist band hooks closed. Fully li...

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

50s Adrian Intricate Strapless Cocktail Dress
50s Adrian Intricate Strapless Cocktail Dress

50s Adrian Intricate Strapless Cocktail Dress

By Adrian

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Highest of high glamour. Legendary Hollywood costume designer Adrian created this complex showstopper circa 1950s. Black ribbon applique on net over heavy pleated silk skirt with bui...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

50s Emma Domb Black Chiffon Tiered Dress
50s Emma Domb Black Chiffon Tiered Dress

50s Emma Domb Black Chiffon Tiered Dress

By Emma Domb

Located in San Francisco, CA

50s Emma Domb Black Chiffon Tiered Dress

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1950s Unknown Aesthetic Evening Dresses

50s Pink Satin Embroidered Bodice Cocktail Dress
50s Pink Satin Embroidered Bodice Cocktail Dress

50s Pink Satin Embroidered Bodice Cocktail Dress

Located in San Francisco, CA

50s Pink Satin Embroidered Bodice Cocktail Dress Chiffon Skirt.

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1950s Unknown Cocktail Dresses

Emilio Schubert 50s Black Paneled Cocktail Dress
Emilio Schubert 50s Black Paneled Cocktail Dress

Emilio Schubert 50s Black Paneled Cocktail Dress

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Classic 50s silhouette. Circa 1950s dramatic cocktail dress with alternating panels of satin and crepe. Attached belt with rhinestone buckle.

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

1940 50s STRAPLESS DAISY LACE FULL SKIRT PARTY DRESS & BOLERO
1940 50s STRAPLESS DAISY LACE FULL SKIRT PARTY DRESS & BOLERO

1940 50s STRAPLESS DAISY LACE FULL SKIRT PARTY DRESS & BOLERO

Located in San Francisco, CA

This is a fun strapless lace dress with a matching bolero cut lace long sleeve top. It has a full skirt that can be emphasized with a fluffy big crinoline. It has a sweetheart neckli...

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1950s Evening Dresses

50s Black Silk Shantung Short Sleeve Cocktail Dress
50s Black Silk Shantung Short Sleeve Cocktail Dress

50s Black Silk Shantung Short Sleeve Cocktail Dress

Located in San Francisco, CA

50s Black Silk Shantung Short Sleeve Cocktail Dress. Fully lined.

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1950s Unknown Cocktail Dresses

50s Dorothy O'Hara Draped Bodice Cocktail Dress
50s Dorothy O'Hara Draped Bodice Cocktail Dress

50s Dorothy O'Hara Draped Bodice Cocktail Dress

By Dorothy O'Hara

Located in San Francisco, CA

50s Dorothy O'Hara Draped Bodice Cocktail Dress. Classic 1950s crepe wiggle dress with draped bodice and back kick pleat. Zips up back.

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

50s Black and Pink Floral Jacquard Cocktail Dress
50s Black and Pink Floral Jacquard Cocktail Dress

50s Black and Pink Floral Jacquard Cocktail Dress

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Super sexy 50s cocktail dress in black and pink floral jacquard with amazing swirling swag from hip to hem. Perfect wiggle dress! Unlined,zip up side and beautifully finished.

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

50s Howard Greer Black and White Cocktail Dress
50s Howard Greer Black and White Cocktail Dress

50s Howard Greer Black and White Cocktail Dress

By Howard Greer

Located in San Francisco, CA

50s Howard Greer Black and White Cocktail Dress. White silk moire bodice, silk satin trim and bow detail at bust. Black wool gaberdine skirt. Fully lined, boned bodice. Hand finished...

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1960s Cocktail Dresses

50s Don Loper Brown Floral Brocade Afternoon Dress
50s Don Loper Brown Floral Brocade Afternoon Dress

50s Don Loper Brown Floral Brocade Afternoon Dress

By Don Loper

Located in Los Angeles, CA

50s bombshell in the afternoon. Brown iridescent brocade afternoon to cocktail look with strappy, belted sheath and matching cropped jacket and belt. A low key kind of sexy. Black s...

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

50s Jeanne Lanvin/Castillo Ivory Lace Cocktail Dress
50s Jeanne Lanvin/Castillo Ivory Lace Cocktail Dress

50s Jeanne Lanvin/Castillo Ivory Lace Cocktail Dress

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Supreme elegance from a collaboration between two geniuses in their field - Jeanne Lanvin and Castillo for Maria Carine. This dress represents the best and highest form of ready to w...

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1950s French Cocktail Dresses

Alexander McQueen Black Chiffon 50s Style Cocktail Dress
Alexander McQueen Black Chiffon 50s Style Cocktail Dress

Alexander McQueen Black Chiffon 50s Style Cocktail Dress

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

From the late, great Alexander McQueen. 100% silk chiffon shirred at bodice fully flared skirt. Fully lined with boned bodice. Hook and eye closure at back. Absolutely gorgeous. New ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

50s Ceil Chapman Black Rayon Jersey Wiggle Dress
50s Ceil Chapman Black Rayon Jersey Wiggle Dress

50s Ceil Chapman Black Rayon Jersey Wiggle Dress

By Ceil Chapman

Located in Los Angeles, CA

One of Ceil Chapman's best efforts, a super sexy sheath in black jersey. Gathered detail at bodice with shirred sleeves and velvet collar and cuffs. Hips pockets. Partially lined. F...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

50s Christian Dior London Black Shantung Silk Cocktail Dress
50s Christian Dior London Black Shantung Silk Cocktail Dress

50s Christian Dior London Black Shantung Silk Cocktail Dress

By Christian Dior

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Christian Dior - London label. Circa late 1950s - possibly Yves Saint Laurent period.Shantung silk cocktail dress with raised waistline. Retains all of the original under-pinnings. ...

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1950s British Cocktail Dresses

Morton Myles black 80s does 50s dress with pearls & rhinestones
Morton Myles black 80s does 50s dress with pearls & rhinestones

Morton Myles black 80s does 50s dress with pearls & rhinestones

By Morton Myles

Located in San Francisco, CA

Vintage dress by Morton Myles in black crepe. 80s does 50s style with white faux pearls and rhinestones. Flattering neckline and low-cut back. Excellent condition. Back zipper. Size ...

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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

Classic 50s Ceil Chapman Black Silk Taffeta Strapless Cocktail Dress
Classic 50s Ceil Chapman Black Silk Taffeta Strapless Cocktail Dress

Classic 50s Ceil Chapman Black Silk Taffeta Strapless Cocktail Dress

By Ceil Chapman

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The classic 1950s silhouetted dress by coveted designer Ceil Chapman. Strapless fit and flare in silk taffeta. Boned bodice with dramatic swag from waist. Unlined and zips up side.

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

50s Black Satin Bombshell Gown
50s Black Satin Bombshell Gown

50s Black Satin Bombshell Gown

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Epitome of 1950s glamour! Black satin gown with spaghetti halter straps, ruched bust line and bustle flounce down back. The dark sister of Marilyn Monroe's 'Diamonds are A Girls Best...

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1970s Evening Gowns

Irene 50s Black Peau de Soie and Lace Cocktail Dress
Irene 50s Black Peau de Soie and Lace Cocktail Dress

Irene 50s Black Peau de Soie and Lace Cocktail Dress

By Irene

Located in Los Angeles, CA

From iconic great American costume designer Irene - a lace bodice cocktail dress. Peau de soie full skirt fully lined . Lace up spaghetti straps. Fully boned bodice. Zips up the back...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

The Very Best 50s Ceil Chapman Coral Lame Brocade Bombshell Cocktail Dress
The Very Best 50s Ceil Chapman Coral Lame Brocade Bombshell Cocktail Dress

The Very Best 50s Ceil Chapman Coral Lame Brocade Bombshell Cocktail Dress

By Ceil Chapman

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautifully draped and shirred wiggle dress by the 1950s Queen of glamour - Ceil Chapman. Body hugging silk lame brocade with stylized leaf pattern. Fully lined with boned bodice and...

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

50s Two Piece Set
50s Two Piece Set

50s Two Piece Set

Located in San Francisco, CA

50s Two Piece Set. Lace top with chiffon circle skirt

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

Late 50s/Early 60s Black Chiffon and Satin Cocktail Dress By Dior-London
Late 50s/Early 60s Black Chiffon and Satin Cocktail Dress By Dior-London

Late 50s/Early 60s Black Chiffon and Satin Cocktail Dress By Dior-London

By Christian Dior

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Sheer sophistication. Incredibly chic little black dress by the House of Dior circa late 50s/early 1960s. In chiffon with horizontal bands of satin - blousoned top with quarter sleev...

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1950s British Cocktail Dresses

1940s 50's FULL LENGTH BLACK JET  HEAVILY BEADED GOWN W/SASH
1940s 50's FULL LENGTH BLACK JET  HEAVILY BEADED GOWN W/SASH

1940s 50's FULL LENGTH BLACK JET HEAVILY BEADED GOWN W/SASH

Located in San Francisco, CA

Featured is a magnificent black evening gown, entirely covered in black bead work. The elegant silhouette is highlighted with an attached sash, also heavily beaded, which ties over t...

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1940s Evening Gowns

1940s 50s RARE Strapless Copper Soutache Beaded Pearls Side Sash Marilyn Cocktail Dress!
1940s 50s RARE Strapless Copper Soutache Beaded Pearls Side Sash Marilyn Cocktail Dress!

1940s 50s RARE Strapless Copper Soutache Beaded Pearls Side Sash Marilyn Cocktail Dress!

Located in San Francisco, CA

This is a gorgeous and RARE strapless copper taffeta cocktail dress. The bust is soutache, bugle beads and faux pearls with ruche blush modesty panel and boning . It has an interest...

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1940s Unknown Cocktail Dresses

50s Mingolini Guggenheim Amazing Black Pleated Strapless Gown
50s Mingolini Guggenheim Amazing Black Pleated Strapless Gown

50s Mingolini Guggenheim Amazing Black Pleated Strapless Gown

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A work of art. 1950s Mingolini Guggenheim gown in black silk artistically pleated in an undulating manner. Fully lined and has wonderful substntial weight. Fully boned bodice and fi...

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1950s Italian Evening Gowns

50s Red and White Strapless Gown w/ Black Lace
50s Red and White Strapless Gown w/ Black Lace

50s Red and White Strapless Gown w/ Black Lace

Located in San Francisco, CA

50s Red and White Strapless Gown w/ Black Lace. Back zip closure

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1950s Evening Gowns

50s Green Satin Column Gown with Beaded Bodice and Gathered Waist Sash
50s Green Satin Column Gown with Beaded Bodice and Gathered Waist Sash

50s Green Satin Column Gown with Beaded Bodice and Gathered Waist Sash

Located in San Francisco, CA

50s Green Satin Column Gown with Beaded Bodice and Gathered Waist Sash. Grecian-esque gathered skirt adornment. Metal zip up the back.

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1950s Evening Dresses

Mollie Parnis 50s Black Satin Layered One Shoulder Gown Size 8.
Mollie Parnis 50s Black Satin Layered One Shoulder Gown Size 8.

Mollie Parnis 50s Black Satin Layered One Shoulder Gown Size 8.

By Mollie Parnis

Located in Atlanta, GA

Mollie Parnis New York 1950s black satin layered one shoulder gown is a vintage size 8. Ladies please use your measuring tape so you can properly measure your bust, waist & hips s...

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1950s American Evening Gowns

50s Sybil Connolly Signature Couture Eggplant Ruched Gown and Matching Wrap
50s Sybil Connolly Signature Couture Eggplant Ruched Gown and Matching Wrap

50s Sybil Connolly Signature Couture Eggplant Ruched Gown and Matching Wrap

By Sybil Connolly

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Truly rare and special piece by Irish Designer Sybil Connolly circa 1950s. Almost Medieval in feel with panelled fitted bodice and full gathered skirt. The color of eggplant. Long ...

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1950s Irish Evening Gowns

50s Black Taffeta w/ Bead Detail Evening Dress Suit
50s Black Taffeta w/ Bead Detail Evening Dress Suit

50s Black Taffeta w/ Bead Detail Evening Dress Suit

Located in San Francisco, CA

50s Black Taffeta w/ Bead Detail Custom Evening Dress Suit.

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1950s Dress and Coat Ensembles

Jacques Fath  Pleated Tulle and Taffeta Rose Gown
Jacques Fath  Pleated Tulle and Taffeta Rose Gown

Jacques Fath Pleated Tulle and Taffeta Rose Gown

By Jacques Fath

Located in New York, NY

Jacques Fath 50s evening dress of layered pleated tulle, ruched silk taffeta, velvet and silk rosettes.

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1950s French Cocktail Dresses

Mr. Blackwell 50s Tri-Color Solid Sequin Evening Gown
Mr. Blackwell 50s Tri-Color Solid Sequin Evening Gown

Mr. Blackwell 50s Tri-Color Solid Sequin Evening Gown

By Mr. Blackwell

Located in Gresham, OR

A fabulous Mr. Blackwell gown from the 50s or 60s in solid sequins with a tri-color (white pink and fuchsia) design. A spectacular head-turner!

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1950s American Evening Gowns

Nettie Rosenstein Late 50's Cocktail Dress
Nettie Rosenstein Late 50's Cocktail Dress

Nettie Rosenstein Late 50's Cocktail Dress

By Nettie Rosenstein

Located in New York, NY

Nettie Rosenstein,, late 50's cocktail dress in a vibrant red poppy flower pattern against a black satin background. The poppies are in velvet. Dress is sleeveless with a scoop neckl...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

50s Silk Chiffon Cocktail Dress
50s Silk Chiffon Cocktail Dress

50s Silk Chiffon Cocktail Dress

Located in Gresham, OR

Fabulous 1950s silk printed chiffon over structured cocktail dress. Beautifully made of exquisite fabrics. Probably a 50s Galanos, but not tagged as such. Size 4

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

Bill Blass 50's Inspired Cocktail Dress
Bill Blass 50's Inspired Cocktail Dress

Bill Blass 50's Inspired Cocktail Dress

By Bill Blass

Located in New York, NY

Bill Blass, taffeta, faille, 1950's inspired cocktail, dress. Bodice is fitted with a cape like shoulder and sleeve treatment. Front is slightly draped with a knotted bow embellish...

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Late 20th Century American Cocktail Dresses

Galanos Chic 50's Gray Architectural Day Dress
Galanos Chic 50's Gray Architectural Day Dress

Galanos Chic 50's Gray Architectural Day Dress

By James Galanos

Located in Gresham, OR

This smartly tailored James Galanos 1950's day dress is the perfect mixture of fluidity and structure! Galanos' genius was ahead of his time, and this piece, though tailored in the ...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

50s Cobalt Rhinestone Covered Wiggle Dress
50s Cobalt Rhinestone Covered Wiggle Dress

50s Cobalt Rhinestone Covered Wiggle Dress

Located in Gresham, OR

A great 50s wiggle dress in black embroidered in a grid over the entire dress and dotted at every intersection with prong-set cobalt blue rhinestones! Fabulous, yet subtle and lovel...

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1950s American Informal Dresses

50s Silk Rainbow Striped Chiffon Dress
50s Silk Rainbow Striped Chiffon Dress

50s Silk Rainbow Striped Chiffon Dress

Located in Gresham, OR

A great 1950s chiffon dress made of printed striped silk chiffon in a rainbow of fruit colors! Lined with belt~

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

50s Taupe  Ribbon Crochet Silk Dress
50s Taupe  Ribbon Crochet Silk Dress

50s Taupe Ribbon Crochet Silk Dress

Located in Gresham, OR

A gorgeous, delicate 1950s hand-crochet dress with fitted bodice and a flared skirt made of taupe silk ribbon! Gorgeous

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

Ceil Chapman Attributed 50s Silk Satin Origami Pleat Dress
Ceil Chapman Attributed 50s Silk Satin Origami Pleat Dress

Ceil Chapman Attributed 50s Silk Satin Origami Pleat Dress

By Ceil Chapman

Located in Sparks, NV

Sadly, the tags have been removed on this gorgeous dress, but the owner promises that this is a Ceil Chapman. Ceil Chapman used this same green silk satin fabric on many of her piece...

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1950s American Evening Dresses

Charming 50s Flocked Silk Satin Cocktail Dress
Charming 50s Flocked Silk Satin Cocktail Dress

Charming 50s Flocked Silk Satin Cocktail Dress

Located in Gresham, OR

A charming 50s silk satin cocktail dress with flocked floral print in blue and green roses against a black satin background. Full gathered bell skirt and bodice trimmed with tiny bo...

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1950s American Ballerina Dresses

*SALE* 50's CHRISTIAN DIOR haute couture brocade dress WAS $950 NOW $450
*SALE* 50's CHRISTIAN DIOR haute couture brocade dress WAS $950 NOW $450

*SALE* 50's CHRISTIAN DIOR haute couture brocade dress WAS $950 NOW $450

By Christian Dior

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Very rare forest green silk brocade haute couture dress from Christian Dior dating to the 1950's. Dress fits a size 6 or 8. Bust measures about 35.5", waist 28" and length of dress i...

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1950s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage 1950s 50s Floral Print Silk Full Sweep Cocktail Dress
Vintage 1950s 50s Floral Print Silk Full Sweep Cocktail Dress

Vintage 1950s 50s Floral Print Silk Full Sweep Cocktail Dress

Located in Sparks, NV

Gorgeous creamy silk cocktail dress in an autumn colored floral print. Full sweep, 3/4 length sleeves and a waist tie. Rear metal zip closure. Bust: Up to 36" Waist: 26" Total L...

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1950s Evening Dresses and Gowns

50s Bubble Peplum Floral Print Party Dress
50s Bubble Peplum Floral Print Party Dress

50s Bubble Peplum Floral Print Party Dress

Located in Gresham, OR

1950s rose print sheath dress in acetate with notched neckline and a graceful bubble peplum that is longer and fuller in the back.

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

50s Emma Domb Floral Applique Party Dress
50s Emma Domb Floral Applique Party Dress

50s Emma Domb Floral Applique Party Dress

Located in Gresham, OR

A great, 1950s Emma Domb black tulle party dress, fully lined, with spaghetti straps and full skirt. Floral applique and green sequin stems adorn the skirt.

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

Pierre Balmain 50s Beaded Lace Cocktail Sheath Dress
Pierre Balmain 50s Beaded Lace Cocktail Sheath Dress

Pierre Balmain 50s Beaded Lace Cocktail Sheath Dress

By Pierre Balmain

Located in Gresham, OR

A wonderful Pierre Balmain 50s beaded pink and lace sheath dress with notched décolletage, wide-set straps and lots of structure. Very small, probably a size 0 in modern sizing. St...

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1950s French Cocktail Dresses

50s Silk Flocked Brocade Samuel Winston Party Dress
50s Silk Flocked Brocade Samuel Winston Party Dress

50s Silk Flocked Brocade Samuel Winston Party Dress

By Samuel Winston

Located in Gresham, OR

A fantastic 50s party dress in black silk velvet flocked jacquard by Roxanne for Samuel Winston. Center point novelty decolletage and layers of silk organza crinolines. Boned and s...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1950s 50s Midnight Blue Asymmetric Draped Silk Party Cocktail Dress
Vintage 1950s 50s Midnight Blue Asymmetric Draped Silk Party Cocktail Dress

Vintage 1950s 50s Midnight Blue Asymmetric Draped Silk Party Cocktail Dress

Located in Sparks, NV

Gorgeous 1950s midnight blue draped silk cocktail dress with a nipped waist and metal side zipper. Unlined with side zip and hook closure. This is an estimated size small with the...

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1950s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

50s Brocade Tulip Cocktail Dress with Back Bow
50s Brocade Tulip Cocktail Dress with Back Bow

50s Brocade Tulip Cocktail Dress with Back Bow

Located in Gresham, OR

50s moss green jacquard ultra-structured cocktail dress with dropped waist, heavily darted bust and double skirt construction. A straight sheath underneath and a bubble style tulip ...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 50's JAMES GALANOS Size S Black Grey Swirl Short Sleeve Cocktail Dress
Vintage 50's JAMES GALANOS Size S Black Grey Swirl Short Sleeve Cocktail Dress

Vintage 50's JAMES GALANOS Size S Black Grey Swirl Short Sleeve Cocktail Dress

By James Galanos

Located in San Francisco, CA

Vintage 50's JAMES GALANOS cocktail dress comes in a black & grey swirl print tafeta material featuring a open back design, short sleeves, satin trim, pleated skirt, and a back zip u...

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50s Silk Taffeta Ruffled Dress with Taffeta Waist
50s Silk Taffeta Ruffled Dress with Taffeta Waist

50s Silk Taffeta Ruffled Dress with Taffeta Waist

Located in Gresham, OR

A wonderful 1950s dress with full skirt and taffeta ruched and wrapped waist emphasis. Dress is lined with an outer layer of silk tulle embellished with small rows of taffeta ruffle...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

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50s Evening Dress For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the vintage or contemporary 50s evening dress you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Our collection includes a variety of colors, spanning black, beige, blue and more. Finding the perfect 50s evening dress may mean sifting through those that were made during different time periods — popular versions were made as early as the 18th Century and a newer one, made as recently as the 21st Century, can also be found on the site. There have been many well-made iterations of this accessory over the years, but those made by Norman Norell, Chanel and Christian Dior are often thought to be among the most stylish. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking these accessories, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a 50s Evening Dress?

Prices for a 50s evening dress can differ depending upon size, designer and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $61 and can go as high as $675,000, while, on average they fetch $980.

Finding the Right Evening-dresses 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.

Questions About 50s Evening Dress

  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
    The difference between an evening dress and an evening gown is length. An evening gown is generally a full-length garment that falls between the ankles and the floor. An evening dress is a semi-formal or formal dress designed to be worn at night or on special occasions. Evening gowns are one type of evening dress, and you can also find examples with mini, knee-length and midi-length hemlines. Shop a wide range of evening gowns and other evening dresses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    1950s-style dresses are often called poodle skirt dresses. The dress is generally a fit-and-flare shape with a wide swing skirt. Another popular type of dress is the form-fitting sheath, also known as a pencil dress.

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