Vintage 1950s Black Evening Gown with Iridescent Green & Blue Leaf Pattern
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This vintage gown is composed of a black silk with a leaf motif in metallic hues of blue and green
Vintage 1950s Black Evening Gown with Iridescent Green & Blue Leaf Pattern
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This vintage gown is composed of a black silk with a leaf motif in metallic hues of blue and green
$600Sale Price|33% Off
Vintage Arnold Scaasi Black Velvet Evening Gown w/Red Sequin Floral Pattern
By Arnold Scaasi
Located in Studio City, CA
1980's Arnold Scaasi black velvet strapless evening gown with allover red sequin floral print. In
Galanos Paisley Pattern Beaded Gown
By James Galanos
Located in New York, NY
Galanos, paisley pattern, empire waist chiffon gown, embellished with beads and sequins, having a
1970's Stavropoulos Bias Cut Silk Chiffon Floral Evening Gown
By George Stavropoulos
Located in Studio City, CA
1970's Stavropoulos bias cut white silk chiffon evening gown with floral pattern in yellow, pink
Erdem Black Silk and Floral Pattern Evening Dress Size 8
By Erdem
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Edem Black Silk and Floral Pattern Evening Dress Size 8 Product details: Size US8, UK12 Strapless
Black velvet and check pattern acetate evening dress GIVENCHY Nouvelle Boutique
By Givenchy Nouvelle Boutique
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black velvet and check pattern acetate evening dress. Velvet composition: 100% rayon. 2nd fabric
1990s Michael Casey Silk Ombre Botanical-Patterned Strapless Gown W/ Train
By Michael Casey
Located in Gresham, OR
A lovely 1990s Michael Casey silk ombre botanical-patterned silk chiffon strapless gown with
Christian Dior Chevron Pattern Evening Ensemble Inspired by 1950 Dior Collection
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Christian Dior. Gown fashioned of black white and red chevron stripe bias cut spaghetti strap design. Also
1960s Pastel A-Line Ikat Hostess Gown or Caftan in a Stylized Cloud Pattern
Located in Gresham, OR
1960s Custom-Made Pastel A-Line Ikat Hostess Gown or Caftan in a Stylized Cloud Pattern : A
$116Sale Price|61% Off
A spectacular vintage 1970’s patterned long evening dress
Located in COLLINGWOOD, AU
This really is a spectacular piece of 1970’s evening wear, a brightly botanical patterned long
Pierre Balmain Long Patterned Dress
By Balmain
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Balmain - (Made in France) Long patterned dress. 44FR size indicated but it fits more a 40FR/42FR
Vintage Lanvin Paris Red & White Patterned Dress
By Lanvin Paris
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Step into timeless sophistication with this vintage Lanvin Paris red and white patterned dress. A
Vintage Lanvin Paris Blue & Red Patterned Dress
By Lanvin Paris
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
patterned dress. A true testament to the brand’s iconic design heritage, this dress effortlessly blends bold
Jean Patou Haute Couture Silk Chiffon Butterfly Pattern Dress
By Jean Patou
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
pattern. No composition or size tag, it fits a size 34FR/36FR. Additional information: Dimensions
Jean-Louis Scherrer Three-Piece Set with Floral Pattern
By Jean-Louis Scherrer
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Jean-Louis Scherrer - Summer set comprised of a calf-length skirt, a blouse, and a wrap halter top. Indicated sizes: Blouse: 40FR //Top 42FR, but the set fits a size 38FR. Additiona...
1996 Dolce & Gabbana Leopard Print Cheetah pattern Velvet Pin Up Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Sheffield, GB
Sublime 1996 Dolce & Gabbana structured velvet mini dress in an elegant cheetah 'animal' print fabric. The silhouette is timeless featuring a simple shoulder strap, slim cut at the w...
1970s Donald Brooks Boutique Metallic Lurex Diamond Pattern Maxi Dress – Vintage
By Donald Brooks
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
A striking example of early 1970s American fashion, this vintage maxi dress from Donald Brooks Boutique showcases the designer’s flair for dramatic yet wearable eveningwear. Crafted ...
Vintage Brown & White Patterned Dress
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A Vintage Brown & White Patterned Dress is a stylish and versatile wardrobe piece with a
Prada S/S 1997 Runway Cheongsam Dress w/ Floral Bamboo Leaf Pattern in Pink Silk
By Prada, Miuccia Prada
Located in London, GB
. Sleeveless Cheongsam style dress with bamboo leaf brocade pattern in pale pink silk satin. Features ruched
LA REINA 1950'S Blue White & Yellow Patterned Silk with Bow Tie Size 6 8
By LA REINA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This La Reina gown is composed of a printed silk with a watercolor abstract floral pattern
1950s Unlabelled Haute Couture Stiffened Tulle Chevron Pattern Dress
Located in London, GB
This 1950s haute couture dress reminds me of Pierre Balmain designs from the early 1950s although it is unlabelled, the quality and construction is the very best. Beautifully crafted...
Silver lurex jersey dress with lozenges pattern Pierre Balmain "Les tricots"
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Silver lurex jersey sleeveless dress with lozenges pattern. Polyester lining. SIZE L
1992 Bill Blass Silk & Lurex Blocked Animal-Pattern Lame Cocktail Dress w Sash
By Bill Blass
Located in Gresham, OR
1982 Bill Blass Silk & Lurex Blocked Animal-Pattern Lame Cocktail Dress w Wrap Sash: Cleverly
Versace 1990's Vintage colourful 'Betty Boop' Pattern bodycon mini Dress
By Versace Jeans Couture, Gianni Versace
Located in Sheffield, GB
1990s Versace Jeans Couture by Gianni Versace turtle neck bodycon dress. Made from super stretchy, figure hugging fabric, with a colourful and extremely iconic Betty Boop print. Fe...
Full beaded cocktail dress with flower pattern Di Ane Imports Circa 1960's
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Full beaded cocktail dress with flower pattern. No fabric composition tag but the main fabric is
VALENTINO Pink and White Silk Cocktail Dress with Floral Pattern Size 4
By Valentino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Valentino dress is composed of a pink and white silk combination with floral print. Features a mock neck with ruched waist. There is a side zipper closure. In excellent vintag...
LEONARD Black Silk Cocktail Dress with Fruit Pattern & Bows Size 4-6
By Leonard
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Leonard dress is composed of a black printed silk and features bow accents. There is a center back zipper closure. In excellent vintage condition. **Please cross-referen...
1960's Embellished Black Wool Knit Cocktail Dress with Diamond Pattern Size 6
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This cocktail dress is composed of a black wool with sequins and beading in a diamond pattern
Vintage 1950's Earth Tone Cocktail Dress with Watercolor Floral Pattern Size 0
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This vintage cocktail dress is composed of a floral watercolor pattern silk in Earth tone hues
1960s Yellow Chiffon Maxi Dress w White Floral Patterned Bodice in Matelessé
Located in Gresham, OR
1960s Harmay Yellow Chiffon Maxi Dress w White Floral Patterned Bodice in Matelessé: Synthetic
Fall 1986 YSL Rive Gauche Black and Fuchsia Patterned Velvet Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Toronto, Ontario
YSL Rive Gauche Black and Fuchsia patterned velvet dress from the Fall 1986 collection. The same
Unavailable|$450
1970's Black Silk Chiffon Gown with Glitter Pattern
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage custom-made gown dates to the 1970's and is made of black silk chiffon with silver & pink
Unavailable|$350
Pierre Cardin 1980s Bow Pattern Evening Dress Size 10.
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pierre Cardin 1980s white background with black & grey squiggle lines and bow pattern stretch
60s Marsal Silver Metallic Matelasse Gown with Asian Inspired Floral Pattern
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Serious 1960s moment in silver metallic matelasse. Scoop neck, snug waist and full, gathered sleeves. Asian inspired large scale floral print. Fully lined.
Saint Laurent Rive Gauche s/s 1983 silk roses pattern off shoulders ruffle gown
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Milano, IT
Saint Laurent Rive Gauche spring/summer 1983 black silk rainbow roses pattern off shoulders ruffle
Unavailable|$350
Travilla Rose Pattern Pleated Evening Cocktail Dress Size 8.
By Travilla
Located in Atlanta, GA
William Travilla 1980s mauve color rose pattern pleated evening cocktail dress is a size 8. Ladies
Black Beaded Vintage Silk Evening Dress With Beading in a Bow Pattern 10/12
Located in Portland, OR
This is a beautiful black silk evening dress with lovely, intricate beading. The heavily beaded
Unavailable|$1,761
Jean Patou lovely long taffeta summer dress with floral pattern
By Jean Patou
Located in Paris, FR
JEAN PATOU BOUTIQUE – Lovely sleeveless dress, composed of silk taffeta with floral pattern in pink
Unavailable|$15,450
1984 GIANNI VERSACE VINTAGE FLOVER PRINT PATTERN DRESS Sz IT 38
By Gianni Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
GIANNI VERSACE 1984 VINTAGE FLOVER PRINT PATTERN DRESS Sleeveless V-Neck Zip closure Content
Oleg Cassini Seventies Disco Era Beaded & Sequined Plunging Zebra Pattern Top
By Oleg Cassini
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Oleg Cassini Vintage Disco Era Zebra Pattern Sequin Bugle Bead Low Cut Top Size M Bust 40" Waist
Unavailable|$360
Roberto Cavalli Silk Zebra and Floral Pattern Caftan
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Roberto Cavalli Sensational Vintage Silk Zebra and Floral Print Caftan. Simply sensational. Just toss it over your swimsuit to go from beach to bar. Size 38 but it is really an XXL...
Unavailable|$400
Bill Blass Silk Rose Pattern Button Up Dress Size 6.
By Bill Blass
Located in Atlanta, GA
Bill Blass 1980s silk button up short sleeve dress with rose pattern is a size 6. Ladies please use
Unavailable|$2,004
Nina Ricci lovely skater dress with floral pattern, large bow and star
By Nina Ricci
Located in Paris, FR
-shaped neckline. It is composed of a silk taffeta with floral pattern print in orange, pink, yellow and
Valentino Black Organza Silk Floral Pattern Evening Gown w/Tiered Skirt
By Valentino
Located in Studio City, CA
A Valentino attributed black sleeveless silk organza evening gown with floral pattern, multi-tiered
Halston Documented Black Silk Velvet Burnout Tulip Pattern Evening Gown, 1977
By Halston
Located in Studio City, CA
1974 Halston black silk velvet burnout bias cut evening gown w/tulip pattern and bell sleeves. At
Galanos Black & White Silk Velvet Burnout Evening Gown Dress w/Tulip Pattern
By Galanos
Located in Studio City, CA
Galanos silk black velvet burnout long sleeved evening gown with white/gray tulip pattern. Features
Sold|$1,200
Andre Laug Cut Velvet Evening Gown
By André Laug
Located in New York, NY
Andre Laug, gold lame, cut velvet on chiffon, paisley pattern, evening gown. With an attached
Sold|$3,200
Bob Mackie Black & White Beaded Evening Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in Studio City, CA
Bob Mackie entirely bugle beaded black and white "cow pattern" evening gown with elongated side
Panne Velvet Graphic Pattern Evening Dress
Located in New York, NY
!980's panne velvet gown in a pewter tone with a large graphic, hounds tooth pattern of gold and
Pauline Trigere Paisley Pattern Chiffon Gown
By Pauline Trigère
Located in New York, NY
Pauline Trigere, paisley pattern, long sleeve, chiffon maxi dress with attached scarf that can
Sold|$1,295
Geoffrey Beene Floral Pattern Silk Gown
By Geoffrey Beene
Located in New York, NY
Geoffrey Beene, multi toned, floral pattern, silk, cap sleeve, long dress having a front center
Yves Saint Laurent Couture Crysanthemum Pattern Evening Ensemble
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Yves Saint Laurent, couture, silk jacquard, 2 piece enemble, having a chrysanthemums pattern on a
Giorgio Armani Geometric Pattern Black Beaded Gown Size 44
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Giorgio Armani gown is composed of a sheer black fabric with slight stretch topped with
Long evening dress in flower lurex pattern Georges Kay
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Long evening dress in flower lurex pattern. Split in the middle front ( 50cm) Zip in the middle
Carolina Herrera Vine Patterned Silk Organza Evening Dress with Sequin Trim
By Carolina Herrera
Located in New Hope, PA
A strapless black silk organza evening dress is printed with a lovely meandering green vine pattern
Black One-Shoulder Avant-Garde Gown w/Pattern of Asymmetric Ribbon Design
Located in Studio City, CA
Vintage unlabeled black one-shoulder avant-garde gown with pattern of asymmetric ribbon design and
RUBEN PANIS CAMERON DIAZ ENTERTAINMENT MAGAZINE Velvet Pattern Gown Size 2 4
By Ruben Panis
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Ruben Panis gown is composed of a black velvet and satin combination. Features a drape style
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.