90s Gianfranco Ferre White Silk V Neck Sleeveless Gown
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
90s Gianfranco Ferre White Silk sleeveless gown with v neck satin lapel. Size: 40italy, fit size 6 US Perfect for wedding or rehearsal dinner. Measurement flat: Bust : 36”/ empire wa...
Celine by Michael Kors 90's Gold Brocade V Neck High Slit Maxi Dress
By Celine
Located in Hong Kong, Hong Kong
An exceptional V-neck long sleeves gold brocade maxi dress from Celine by Michael Kors. Button and loop fastening at front with a high slit at back. Fully lined.
90s Richard Tyler Couture Black Lace V Neck Gown
By Richard Tyler Couture
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
90s Richard Tyler Couture Black Lace V neck spaghetti strap gown with bare back. size Small - Medium Measurement Bust 36” / waist 32”/ Hip : 42” Back hem length : 82” ( back) Fron...
90's Azzedine Alaia black pointelle knit dress with deep V neck & nude lining
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Jet black semi sheer pointelle knit dress with nude lining and deep V neckline designed by Azzedine Alaia dating to the early 1990's. Dress best fits a size S or M. Approximate measu...
1990s Vintage Tadashi Shoji White 90s Grecian Dress w/ Rhinestones + Pearl
By Tadashi Shoji
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy vintage Tadashi Shoji white dress! Avant Garde style, with cut-outs at bust (on front and back). Attached rhinestone brooch at bust, encrusted with an oversized pearl dangling f...
White evening slip dress ( or wedding dress) ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER
By Alexandre Vauthier
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
White evening slip dress ( or wedding dress) made of different fabric patchwork. Silk lining. Invisible zip closure and hook&eye on the middle back. Front lenght: 170cm Back lenght...
1930s Ivory Silk Satin Bias Cut Evening Wedding Dress V Neck Open Back
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
1930s ivory silk crepe back satin bias cut evening wedding dress V neck open back. Original from the 1930s, worn as a wedding dress this dress is very beautiful and would be perfect ...
White long bustier evening ( or wedding) dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER
By Alexandre Vauthier
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
White rayon long bustier dress . Silk lining. Invisible zip closure on the middle back. Boned. Split on the middle front, lenght = 94cm . SAMPLE SIZE 34
White Valentino Silk Cape Back Dress Dress Size US 4
By Valentino
Located in New York, NY
White silk sleeveless dress by Valentino. Square neckline. Open back feature cropped cape detail. Zip closure at back. 33" bust, 28" waist, 40.75" length, 12.25" shoulder width.
ST AGNI 2023 white strapless drop waist knit poplin maxi dress XL
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ST AGNI 2023 white strapless drop waist knit poplin maxi dress XL Reference: LNKO/A02701 Brand: St. Agni Collection: Spring/Summer 2023 Collection Material: Viscose, Blend, Cotton Co...
1990S Pearl White Bias Cut Silk Chiffon Old Hollywood Style Gown With Sheer Bead
Located in New York, NY
1990S Pearl White Bias Cut Silk Chiffon Old Hollywood Style Gown With Sheer Beaded Shoulders
White jersey slip evening dress with bow ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER
By Alexandre Vauthier
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
White jersey slip evening dress with bow . Invisible zip and hook&eye closure on the middle back. Boned on both side of the bust. Total front lenght = 145cm Total back lenght = 55cm...
1990's Valentino White Silk and Rhinestone Gown
By Valentino
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Stunning Valentino white silk crepe gown from the 1990's. Sleeveless with a v neckline that is hand embellished with a 0.5" silver sequin and beaded trim that reflects the light beau...
1980s Tadashi Shoji Size 4 White Avant Garde Rhinestone Pearl Vintage 80s Gown
By Tadashi Shoji
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1980s vintage TADASHI SHOJI avant garde white cut-out full length crepe evening dress! Features cut out detail above bust. Pearl and rhinestone encrusted details at center...
1990s Alfred Angelo Off White Raw Silk Dress with Tulle Bodice
Located in London, GB
Alfred Angelo was a Florida-based designer of bridal gowns founded in the 1930s. This vintage wedding dress was created in the late 1980s to early 1990s and is tailored from lustrous...
Loris Azzaro 1970's White Jersey Braided Halter Dress
By Loris Azzaro
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Our Loris Azzaro halter dress from the 1970's is an incredibly versatile piece that can be worn day or night. Made of an elegant jersey fabric with a very subtle glimmer. Perfect for...
Galvan 2010s Pandora Bridal Ivory Satin Midi Dress FR38 S Halter Neck
By Galvan
Located in Hong Kong, NT
GALVAN Pandora Bridal ivory white satin halter neck drape sash midi evening dress FR38 S Reference: VACN/A00149 Brand: Galvan Model: Pandora Material: Polyester Color: Off White Patt...
One shoulder white rayon evening dress with rhinestone edge ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER
By Alexandre Vauthier
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
One shoulder white rayon evening dress with rhinestone edge. Main fabric composition: 92% rayon, 8% elastane. Shoulder pad. Invisible zip closure on the right side + hook&eye. High ...
VICTORIA BECKHAM white asymmetric straps bias cut A-line knee dress UK8 S
By Victoria Beckham
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VICTORIA BECKHAM white asymmetric straps bias cut A-line knee dress UK8 S Reference: KEDG/A00270 Brand: Victoria Beckham Designer: Victoria Beckham Material: Acetate, Viscose Color: ...
Vintage Christian Dior S/S 2008 White Silk Gown
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Vintage Christian Dior S/S 2008 white silk gown by John Galliano . Features a draped glamour and architectural tailoring, asymmetrical neckline, sculpted bust details with precise pl...
$8,995
H 4.5 in W 9.75 in D 1.75 in
Hermès Egee Clutch Blue Niloticus Crocodile with Palladium Hardware (2013)
By Hermès
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Crafted from highly coveted, glossy Niloticus Crocodile in a striking deep blue hue, this ultra-luxury Hermès Egee clutch exudes modern sophistication. The focal point is its bold, p...
1970s Moroccan Black + Gold Metal Embroidered Vintage 70s Caftan Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing 1970s black crepe Moroccan long sleeve kaftan maxi dress! Features meticulously embrodiered gold metal throughout. Chic bell /angel sleeved have just the right amount of flar...
$2,795
Size: Small / Medium
Vintage Bob Mackie 1980s Plunge Low Back 80s Long Sleeve Evening Nightgown Dress
By Bob Mackie
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy vintage 1980s BOB MACKIE for SAKS 5th AVENUE black and white plunging low back evening nightgown or evening gown! Features a sheer black and white mesh bodice, back and sleeves....
$885
Size: Small - Large
Christian Dior by John Galliano Black Silver Rhinestone Beaded Logo Shirt Top
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in San Diego, CA
Fashionable vintage late 1990s CHRISTIAN DIOR by JOHN GALLIANO black rhinestone short sleeve logo top! Features hundreds of hand embossed silver rhinestones with the CD monogram thro...
1990s Bill Blass Size 12 Black Crepe Keyhole Racerback Vintage 90s Dress
By Bill Blass
Located in San Diego, CA
This perfect vintage little black dress was designed by none other than BILL BLASS! Features a flattering fit that has some stretch. Keyhole detail above the bust. Racer back design ...
Isabel Canovas Bejeweled Suede Opera Gloves
By Isabel Canovas
Located in Nice, FR
ISABEL CANOVAS extremely rare vintage bejeweled suede opera gloves. Black suede embellished with trompe-l'oeil bracelets made of multicolored rhinestones in a shade of purple, orang...
$995
Size: Small - Small Medium
1980s Black + Gold Silk Velvet Plisse Strapless Beaded A.J. Bari Vintage Gown
By A.J. Bari
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous vintage 80s AJ BARI full length Strapless evening dress! Features a fitted black silk velvet bodice, w/ gold glitter thorughout, and gold beads and sequins down the front. G...
Azzedine Alaia F/W 1983 Vintage Leather Cutout Wrap Top
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Azzedine Alaia F/W 1983 Vintage Leather Cutout Wrap Top FR 40 Azzedine Alaia vintage leather wrap bra top featuring wraparound design, belted at the waist for an adjustable fit. Al...
Hermes bag 'Florida' circa 1970
By Hermès
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
HERMÈS - A Collection circa 1970, under the direction ofRobert Dumas. Black porosus crocodile Florida bag with golden metal elements. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Le...
Gianni Versace Vintage Plunging Neckline Silk Shirt Top
By Gianni Versace
Located in Englishtown, NJ
GIANNI VERSACE Vintage Sexy Plunging Decollete Silk Shirt Top IT 44 Versace vintage long sleeve blouse featuring print throughout, pointed collar and concealed button closures at fr...
Jean Muir 1970s Vintage Black Jersey Maxi Dress with Asymmetric Hem
By Jean Muir
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
An exceptional example of Jean Muir’s signature 1970s aesthetic, this vintage black jersey maxi dress embodies her celebrated mastery of fluid drape, movement, and understated sophis...
Dolce & Gabbana Silk One Sleeve Lace up Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black silk jersey dress from Dolce & Gabbana. The fitted dress has one sleeve and intricate functional adjustable lacing along the top of the sleeve from wrist to shoulder...
Dior dress "Communists and Constructivists" by John Galliano, Spring-Summer 1999
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - "Communists and Constructivists" Ready-to-Wear Spring/Summer 1999 Collection, under the artistic direction of John Galliano. Long black coated knit dress. Size 38FR. Made i...
Incredible 1940s Nylon Jersey Swing Dress In A Spectacular Chartreuse and Floral
Located in Gresham, OR
An incredible 1940s iconic swing style dress with uber 1940s styling details: square-cut neckline that begs for some coordinating dress clips, high structured shoulder pads for that ...
Diane von Furstenberg 1970s Floral Wrap Blouse & Flared Pants Set
By Diane von Furstenberg
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
An iconic vintage ensemble by Diane von Furstenberg, dating to the mid-1970s and embodying the designer’s signature wrap aesthetic that helped define an era. This rare two-piece set ...
Chanel Medium Classic Flap Dark Champagne Swarovski Crystal Bag
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Authentic Chanel Medium Classic Double Flap. Secondary Market Design done by a Miami artisan. Hand Embellished with authentic Swarovski crystals or acrylic pearls. This authentic Ch...
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.