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Documented Gianni Versace Couture Vintage F/W 1994 Black PVC Boucle 90s Dress
Documented Gianni Versace Couture Vintage F/W 1994 Black PVC Boucle 90s Dress

Documented Gianni Versace Couture Vintage F/W 1994 Black PVC Boucle 90s Dress

By Gianni Versace Couture, Gianni Versace

Located in San Diego, CA

Documented rare GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE Fall/Winter 1994 runway dress! THE Linda Evangelista strutted down the runway in this beauty (see photo). Vogue magazine perfectly summarized V...

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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Moschino Vintage 1990s 90s Minimalist Olive Green Maxi Dress
Moschino Vintage 1990s 90s Minimalist Olive Green Maxi Dress

Moschino Vintage 1990s 90s Minimalist Olive Green Maxi Dress

By Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic

Located in Sparks, NV

Olive green maxi dress with a high waist and sleeveless sleeves by Moschino. Details: Fully Lined Side Pockets Back Zip Closure Estimated Size: M-L Color: Olive Green Fabr...

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1990s Maxi Dress

Vintage Jean Paul Gaultier 1990s Leopard Cheetah Animal Print 90s Sash Dress
Vintage Jean Paul Gaultier 1990s Leopard Cheetah Animal Print 90s Sash Dress

Vintage Jean Paul Gaultier 1990s Leopard Cheetah Animal Print 90s Sash Dress

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in San Diego, CA

Amazing 1990s JEAN PAUL GAULTIER leopard / cheetah animal print signature sleeveless mesh dress! Features the classic print with a little edge. Ruffle sash at the down the left seam....

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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Bellville Sassoon Late 1980’s Black and White Point D’Esprit Gown - Size 8
Bellville Sassoon Late 1980’s Black and White Point D’Esprit Gown - Size 8

Bellville Sassoon Late 1980’s Black and White Point D’Esprit Gown - Size 8

By Bellville Sassoon

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Bellville Sassoon Late 1980’s Black and White Point D’Esprit Gown - Size 8 This late 80’s early 90

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1980s English Evening Dresses and Gowns

1990s Moschino Cheap & Chic Black Asymmetrical Hi Lo Vintage 90s Dress LBD
1990s Moschino Cheap & Chic Black Asymmetrical Hi Lo Vintage 90s Dress LBD

1990s Moschino Cheap & Chic Black Asymmetrical Hi Lo Vintage 90s Dress LBD

By Moschino

Located in San Diego, CA

1990s MOSCHINO Cheap & Chic black asymmetrical hi-lo dress! The perfect alternative to the classic little black dress! Flattering and comfortable rayon blend. Shorter on the left sid...

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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

1990s Liancarlo Couture Vintage Avant Garde Black Lace Peplum 90s Cocktail Dress
1990s Liancarlo Couture Vintage Avant Garde Black Lace Peplum 90s Cocktail Dress

1990s Liancarlo Couture Vintage Avant Garde Black Lace Peplum 90s Cocktail Dress

By Liancarlo

Located in San Diego, CA

Amazing vintage 1990s LIANCARLO COUTURE black silk chantily French lace peplum Avant Garde cocktail dress! Features a nude illusion bodice, with a fitted torso, and flared peplum. Hi...

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1990s American Cocktail Dresses

Vintage Liancarlo Couture Size 12 90s Black Silk One Shoulder 1990s Sequin Dress
Vintage Liancarlo Couture Size 12 90s Black Silk One Shoulder 1990s Sequin Dress

Vintage Liancarlo Couture Size 12 90s Black Silk One Shoulder 1990s Sequin Dress

By Liancarlo, Liancarlo Couture

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful vintage 1990s LIANCARLO COUTURE black silk sequined one shoulder dress! Features a black silk backdrop, with thousands of black hand-sewn sequins throughout. Layers of mesh...

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1990s American Cocktail Dresses

Pretty 90s Rozae Nichols Floral 3 - D ' Autumn Harvest ' Silk Dress w/ Appliqué
Pretty 90s Rozae Nichols Floral 3 - D ' Autumn Harvest ' Silk Dress w/ Appliqué

Pretty 90s Rozae Nichols Floral 3 - D ' Autumn Harvest ' Silk Dress w/ Appliqué

By Rozae Nichols

Located in San Diego, CA

Pretty 1990s silk dress, by Rozae Nichols! Gorgeous neutral hues, with a unique floral print throughout. Flattering silhouette, with silk floral puff appliqués at left shoulder. Asym...

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1990s American Cocktail Dresses

1990s Vicky Tiel Size 8 Gold + Ivory Lace Vintage 90s Strapless Mini Dress
1990s Vicky Tiel Size 8 Gold + Ivory Lace Vintage 90s Strapless Mini Dress

1990s Vicky Tiel Size 8 Gold + Ivory Lace Vintage 90s Strapless Mini Dress

By Vicky Tiel

Located in San Diego, CA

Sexy 1990s VICKY TIEL gold and ivory lace Size 8 bodycon mini dress! Features flower printed panels of lace throughout. Features signature flattering ruching throughout. Interior bon...

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1990s French Cocktail Dresses

Vintage Moschino Cheap & Chic 90s Does 60s Black Velvet Plastic Mod Mini Dress
Vintage Moschino Cheap & Chic 90s Does 60s Black Velvet Plastic Mod Mini Dress

Vintage Moschino Cheap & Chic 90s Does 60s Black Velvet Plastic Mod Mini Dress

By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino

Located in San Diego, CA

Incredible iconic 1990s does 1960s MOSCHINO Cheap and Chic black velvet and clear and black vinyl mini shift dress! Features hundreds of clear and black plastic pailette sequins in h...

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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent 1990s Size 38 Red White Cotton 90s Trapeze Dress YSL
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent 1990s Size 38 Red White Cotton 90s Trapeze Dress YSL

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent 1990s Size 38 Red White Cotton 90s Trapeze Dress YSL

By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche

Located in San Diego, CA

Chic early 90s YVES SAINT LAURENT Rive Gauche lipstick red cotton sleeveless trapeze tent dress

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1990s French Cocktail Dresses

1990s Dexter Wong Club Kid Rave Japanese Black Pleather Vintage 90s Mini Dress
1990s Dexter Wong Club Kid Rave Japanese Black Pleather Vintage 90s Mini Dress

1990s Dexter Wong Club Kid Rave Japanese Black Pleather Vintage 90s Mini Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Super rare 1990s DEXTER WONG black pleather NYC Club Kid mini dress ! Wong pieces are extremely hard to come by, as he only designed for a short period of time. Shiny soft pleather l...

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1990s British Cocktail Dresses

Vintage CD Greene Black Silk Jersey Paillettes Sequin Size 4 90s Babydoll Dress
Vintage CD Greene Black Silk Jersey Paillettes Sequin Size 4 90s Babydoll Dress

Vintage CD Greene Black Silk Jersey Paillettes Sequin Size 4 90s Babydoll Dress

By CD GREENE

Located in San Diego, CA

Incredible vintage early 1990s CD Greene couture black silk jersey mini babydoll mini dress! Features hundreds of hand sewn black Paillettes / Sequins along the front and back of the...

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1990s American Cocktail Dresses

1990s Moschino Cheap & Chic Size 4 Khaki Beige Flower Print Vintage 90s Dress
1990s Moschino Cheap & Chic Size 4 Khaki Beige Flower Print Vintage 90s Dress

1990s Moschino Cheap & Chic Size 4 Khaki Beige Flower Print Vintage 90s Dress

By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino

Located in San Diego, CA

Adorable 1990s MOSCHINO CHEAP & CHIC khaki / beige sleeveless babydoll dress! Features embroidered flowers throughout, with a chic bow detail at upper waist. Hidden zipper up the sid...

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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Vintage Herve Leger 1990s Black Silk Lace Strapless Bandage 90s Sexy Mini Dress
Vintage Herve Leger 1990s Black Silk Lace Strapless Bandage 90s Sexy Mini Dress

Vintage Herve Leger 1990s Black Silk Lace Strapless Bandage 90s Sexy Mini Dress

By Herve Léger

Located in San Diego, CA

Sexy late 1990s HERVE LEGER black silk lace bandage bodycon strapless mini dress! A rare take on the classic bandage dress Leger is famed for, this one features panels of black silk ...

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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

1990s Chado Ralph Rucci Size 4 Black Wool Bondage Necklace Vintage 90s Dress
1990s Chado Ralph Rucci Size 4 Black Wool Bondage Necklace Vintage 90s Dress

1990s Chado Ralph Rucci Size 4 Black Wool Bondage Necklace Vintage 90s Dress

By Chado Ralph Rucci, Ralph Rucci

Located in San Diego, CA

Rare early vintage work by CHADO RALPH RUCCI! The classic little black dress, with a slight edge. Bondage inspired neck. Hidden curved zipper up a side back seam. Lightweight wool is...

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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Jil Sander 90s Size 8 Vintage Black Metallic Avant Garde Strapless 1990s Dress
Jil Sander 90s Size 8 Vintage Black Metallic Avant Garde Strapless 1990s Dress

Jil Sander 90s Size 8 Vintage Black Metallic Avant Garde Strapless 1990s Dress

By Jil Sander

Located in San Diego, CA

Chic minimalist at its best! This 1990s JIL SANDER strapless dress is so much more than a classic little black dress. You will find yourself wondering if you are wearing a black or g...

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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

NWT Vintage Tadashi Shoji 1990s Purple I Magnin Sexy Bodycon Bandage 90s Dress
NWT Vintage Tadashi Shoji 1990s Purple I Magnin Sexy Bodycon Bandage 90s Dress

NWT Vintage Tadashi Shoji 1990s Purple I Magnin Sexy Bodycon Bandage 90s Dress

By Tadashi Shoji, I. Magnin

Located in San Diego, CA

Sexy brand new (with original I MAGNIN store tags attached) TADASHI SHOJI purple bodcon mini bandage dress! Figure hugging fit, with plenty of stretch. Hidden zipper up the back with...

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1990s American Cocktail Dresses

Sexy 1990s Vintage Krizia Hunter Forest Green 90s Sequin Semi Sheer Mini Dress
Sexy 1990s Vintage Krizia Hunter Forest Green 90s Sequin Semi Sheer Mini Dress

Sexy 1990s Vintage Krizia Hunter Forest Green 90s Sequin Semi Sheer Mini Dress

By Krizia

Located in San Diego, CA

Sexy vintage early 1990s KRIZIA hunter green silk sequined semi sheer mini dress! Features thousands of hand-sewn deep green sequins on double layered silk net. Simply slips over the...

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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

1990s Sexy Black Beaded Sequin Nude Illusion Size 6 Vintage 90s Bodycon Dress
1990s Sexy Black Beaded Sequin Nude Illusion Size 6 Vintage 90s Bodycon Dress

1990s Sexy Black Beaded Sequin Nude Illusion Size 6 Vintage 90s Bodycon Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Sexy 1990s black beaded bodcon nude illusion mini dress! Features a fully beaded fitted corset bodice, with thousands of hand-sewn black beads throughout the front and back. Black sh...

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1990s Cocktail Dresses

Moschino Cheap & Cheap Vintage 90s Iconic Peace Sign Cut Out Flirty Black Dress
Moschino Cheap & Cheap Vintage 90s Iconic Peace Sign Cut Out Flirty Black Dress

Moschino Cheap & Cheap Vintage 90s Iconic Peace Sign Cut Out Flirty Black Dress

By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino

Located in San Diego, CA

Incredible, rare and super iconic vintage 1990s MOSCHINO CHEAP & CHIC little black dress, with chic peace sign cut-out at the back! Flirty Babydoll fit that flatters many shapes and ...

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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

90s Jean Claude Jitrois Black and White Leopard Print Leather + Silk Mini Dress
90s Jean Claude Jitrois Black and White Leopard Print Leather + Silk Mini Dress

90s Jean Claude Jitrois Black and White Leopard Print Leather + Silk Mini Dress

By Jean-Claude Jitrois

Located in San Diego, CA

Sexy vintage 1990s JEAN-CLAUDE JITROIS black, white and gray snow leopard print silk and leather suede wrap mini dress! Features a fabulous low cut silk bodice with attached wrap tie...

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1990s French Cocktail Dresses

Gorgeous 90s Sz 6 Silk Chiffon Black + Silver + Gold Sequin Beaded Vintage Dress
Gorgeous 90s Sz 6 Silk Chiffon Black + Silver + Gold Sequin Beaded Vintage Dress

Gorgeous 90s Sz 6 Silk Chiffon Black + Silver + Gold Sequin Beaded Vintage Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Gorgeous 1990s vintage black silk chiffon beaded cocktail dress! Features layers of luxurious black silk chiffon, with thousands of hand-sewn sequins, beads and rhinestones throughou...

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1990s American Cocktail Dresses

1990s Michael Kors Vintage Charcoal Grey Bodycon Early 90s Italian Mini Dress 6
1990s Michael Kors Vintage Charcoal Grey Bodycon Early 90s Italian Mini Dress 6

1990s Michael Kors Vintage Charcoal Grey Bodycon Early 90s Italian Mini Dress 6

By Michael Kors

Located in San Diego, CA

Sexy yet sophisticated vintage MICHAEL KORS early 1990s charcoal gray sleeveless bodcon dress! The perfect alternative to the little black dress! This flattering number really flatte...

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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Wonderful Carmen Marc Valvo Early 90s Hot Pink Fuchsia Beaded Vintage Silk Dress
Wonderful Carmen Marc Valvo Early 90s Hot Pink Fuchsia Beaded Vintage Silk Dress

Wonderful Carmen Marc Valvo Early 90s Hot Pink Fuchsia Beaded Vintage Silk Dress

By Carmen Marc Valvo

Located in San Diego, CA

Wonderful in every aspect! Early 1990s CARMEN MARC VALVO hot pink silk dress! Encrusted with thousands of glass beads in red, green, silver, and pink, that form a tropical floral pri...

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1990s Cocktail Dresses

1990s Yves Saint Laurent Size 40 6 / 8 Brown Plunging Vintage 90s YSL Dress
1990s Yves Saint Laurent Size 40 6 / 8 Brown Plunging Vintage 90s YSL Dress

1990s Yves Saint Laurent Size 40 6 / 8 Brown Plunging Vintage 90s YSL Dress

By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent

Located in San Diego, CA

Sexy 1990s YVES SAINT LAURENT Rive Gauche chocolate brown plunging dress and sash belt ! Features faux tortoise shell rings at each shoulder. Wrap style with hidden hook-and-eye clos...

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1990s French Cocktail Dresses

Vintage Huey Waltzer Size 6 8 Elegant Off Shoulder Black Plaid Vintage 90s Dress
Vintage Huey Waltzer Size 6 8 Elegant Off Shoulder Black Plaid Vintage 90s Dress

Vintage Huey Waltzer Size 6 8 Elegant Off Shoulder Black Plaid Vintage 90s Dress

By HUEY WALTZER

Located in San Diego, CA

Elegant and flirty HUEY WALTZER for NEIMAN MARCUS black and plaid off-the-shoulder fit n' flare cocktail dress! Features a black satin Avant Garde tailored off-the shoulder fitted bo...

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1990s American Cocktail Dresses

1990s Sophie Siabon Size 38 Light Blue Cut-Out Cage 90s Vintage Sexy Dress
1990s Sophie Siabon Size 38 Light Blue Cut-Out Cage 90s Vintage Sexy Dress

1990s Sophie Siabon Size 38 Light Blue Cut-Out Cage 90s Vintage Sexy Dress

By Sophie Sitbon Paris, Sophie Sitbon

Located in San Diego, CA

Sexy vintage Sophie Sitbon 1990s Light Blue cut-out cage style dress ! Cut-out above bust, and two cut-outs below the bust. Hidden zipper up the back. Perfect for any day or evening ...

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1990s French Cocktail Dresses

1990s Bill Blass Size 6 8 Black Silk Lace Cut Out Vintage 90s Long Sleeve Dress
1990s Bill Blass Size 6 8 Black Silk Lace Cut Out Vintage 90s Long Sleeve Dress

1990s Bill Blass Size 6 8 Black Silk Lace Cut Out Vintage 90s Long Sleeve Dress

By Bill Blass

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful and classic vintage early 1990s BILL BLASS black silk and lace cut-out dress ! This is not just your ordinary everyday black dress--this one is very special! Features sheer...

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1990s American Cocktail Dresses

1990s Luca Luca Size 42 / 6 Snakeskin Silk Organza Strapless 90s Tan Brown Dress
1990s Luca Luca Size 42 / 6 Snakeskin Silk Organza Strapless 90s Tan Brown Dress

1990s Luca Luca Size 42 / 6 Snakeskin Silk Organza Strapless 90s Tan Brown Dress

By LUCA LUCA

Located in San Diego, CA

Sexy, yet sophisticated 1990s LUCA LUCA strapless snake skin print silk organza strapless dress ! The perfect alternative to the little black dress. Features an allover animal print....

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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

1990s Louis Feraud Size 6 Red Silk Abstract Rose Print Vintage 90s Silk Dress
1990s Louis Feraud Size 6 Red Silk Abstract Rose Print Vintage 90s Silk Dress

1990s Louis Feraud Size 6 Red Silk Abstract Rose Print Vintage 90s Silk Dress

By Louis Feraud

Located in San Diego, CA

Amazing early 1990s LOUIS FERAUD red three dimensional rose print short sleeve silk dress! Not just your average red dress. This gem features roses discretely printed throughout. Fla...

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1990s German Cocktail Dresses

Gianni Versace Couture Vintage 1990s 90s Color Block Wool Shift Dress
Gianni Versace Couture Vintage 1990s 90s Color Block Wool Shift Dress

Gianni Versace Couture Vintage 1990s 90s Color Block Wool Shift Dress

By Gianni Versace, Gianni Versace Couture

Located in Sparks, NV

Vintage Gianni Versace Couture label color block shift dress in purple, yellow and brown. Details: Fully Lined Back Zip and Hook Closure Marked Size: 40 Color: Purple/ Yellow/ Bro...

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Late 20th Century Italian Shift Cocktail Dresses

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90s Gown For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate vintage or contemporary 90s gown for your needs in our varied inventory. Our collection includes a variety of colors, spanning Black, Brown, Red and more. Making the right choice when shopping for a 90s gown may mean looking at versions that date from different eras — you can find early iterations from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. There have been many well-made iterations of this accessory over the years, but those made by Gianni Versace, Bill Blass and Jean Paul Gaultier 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 90s Gown?

On average, a 90s gown on 1stDibs sells for $1,200, while they’re typically $104 on the low end and $14,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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 90s Gown
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
    There really isn't a difference between a cocktail gown and an evening gown. Both terms describe a full-length formal dress designed for evenings and special occasions. On the other hand, a cocktail dress or evening dress is a less formal garment that usually falls between just above and just below the knees and is suitable for evening wear. Explore a wide variety of cocktail dresses and evening gowns on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
    The difference between a ball gown and a long gown depends on the context. Some people may use these two terms interchangeably as names for any full-length dress suitable for formal evening wear. Other times, the phrase “ball gown” may refer to a specific style of gown, namely, one that features a fitted bodice and a full skirt, often composed of layers of netting and tulle. In this case, “long gown” would be a more general term than “ball gown,” describing any formal full-length dress, and a ball gown would be one type of long gown. Explore a collection of evening gowns on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    A draped gown is a single piece of garment that is draped around the body. It is a cutaway or stitched as in a tailored garment. Drape gowns can hold to the body through sashes, pinning, knotting, clasps, belts, tying drawstrings, fibulae, or just friction and gravity. Find a range of vintage and designer draped gowns on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Schiaparelli gown is an elaborate evening or formal dress from the luxury fashion house Schiaparelli. Elsa Schiaparelli was an Italian fashion designer well known for her lovely and revolutionary approach to formalwear. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary Schiaparelli haute couture from top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Worth gowns are evening gowns designed by Charles Frederick Worth, an English fashion designer who opened his first shop in Paris in 1858. Worth gowns are meticulously constructed with a wide range of textiles in luxurious colors and textures. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Worth gowns from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    Tulle typically refers to rayon, silk or nylon that has a stiff, fine netting. A tulle gown is simply a gown that incorporates this material into its design. Tulle adds an airy feeling to a dress or gown. Shop a collection of vintage and designer tulle gowns from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    An illusion gown is a formal dress that creates the appearance of having open cutouts that reveal bare skin. In actuality, these cutouts usually feature a layer of sheer fabric. For example, an illusion gown might look as if it were backless but features a sheer tulle panel with tiny hidden buttons. On 1stDibs, shop a range of illusion gowns from some of the world's top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    The meaning of gown is a long dress typically worn for formal occasions. A traditional gown usually has a fitted bodice and a full, flowing skirt. However, contemporary designers create gowns in a wide range of silhouettes. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of gowns from some of the world's top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, a gown and a dress are not always the same type of clothing. While a gown is a type of dress, not all dresses are gowns. Gowns tend to be more formal and suited for black-tie and evening events. Shop a wide selection of high-end gowns and designer dresses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Popular ‘90s clothing items include leather pants, fitted skirts, halter tops, crop tops, mini skirts and platform shoes.The ‘90s style was characterized by a bright color palette. There are plenty of ‘90s fashion accessories and clothing on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Alain and Gerard Wertheimer owned Chanel in the 1990s. The brothers are the grandsons of Pierre Wertheimer, who had been business partners with Coco Chanel. In 1974, the Wertheimers inherited the company from their father, Jacques Wertheimer. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Chanel pieces from some of the world’s top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    During the 1990s, Versace was so popular largely because Gianni Versace created designs that stood out among others of the time. More than any designer before him, Versace mined celebrity, music and pop art for inspiration. With their unique details and sex appeal, his designs caught the eye of celebrities and made the Italian luxury fashion house well-known among the general public. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Versace pieces.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Some of the most popular bags from the 1990s include Prada backpacks, Fendi Baguette purses, Lady Dior top handle bags and Gucci Horsebit purses. Some, including the Lady Dior and horsebit, are still quite popular today. Find an extensive range of 90s handbags on 1stDibs as well as a variety of other 90s fashion accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Many different styles of dress were popular in the 1990s, including the slip dress which became very common by the middle of the decade. Tastes and styles varied between regions and among people. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage 1990s dresses from some of the world’s top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    On silver flatware, 90 typically means that the utensils feature silver plate. This means that their primary material is copper, pewter, nickel or another metal covered with a thin layer of real silver. On 1stDibs, find a variety of silver flatware.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Yes, Chanel was popular in the 1990s. At that time, Karl Lagerfeld served as the Creative Director for the French luxury fashion house. Print ad campaigns featuring supermodels Claudia Schiffer and Linda Evangelista promoted the brand. Many pieces from the decade proudly displayed the interlocked CC logo, and Chanel miniskirts and jeans were especially trendy. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Chanel pieces.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
    In the 1990s, there were a few models and celebrities who served as the faces of Chanel. They included actress Anna Mouglalis, model and actress Carole Bouquet, model Claudia Schiffer and musician Vanessa Paradis. Shop a collection of Chanel pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Ball gowns are sometimes called evening gowns or gowns. It is also technically correct to refer to a ball gown as a dress. However, the term dress can also describe pieces that are more casual than gowns. Shop a range of ball gowns from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    More than one type of jeans was popular in the 90s. Men and women often wore baggy jeans or gently tapered jeans. For women, high-waisted mom jeans were also common. Some popular denim brands of the decade were Pepe Jeans, Levi's, Guess, Marithé + François Girbaud, Versace, Moschino and Jean Paul Gaultier. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of vintage jeans.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    The best color for an evening gown is a matter of preference. Evening gowns are popular in a variety of colors, including black, red, purple, green, blue, pink and more. Whether you gravitate toward backless maxi dresses or silk charmeuse gowns by Alexander McQueen or embellished, ruffled floral-print designs by Chloe or Versace, there is an extraordinary collection of vintage and designer evening dresses and gowns waiting for you on 1stDibs.

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