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THIERRY MUGLER F/W 1986 Runway "Les Milteuses" Museum-Held Dress
THIERRY MUGLER F/W 1986 Runway "Les Milteuses" Museum-Held Dress

THIERRY MUGLER F/W 1986 Runway "Les Milteuses" Museum-Held Dress

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Berlin, BE

Thierry Mugler Fall Winter 1986 “Les Milteuses” archival runway dress Brand: Thierry Mugler

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1980s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses

S/S2001 Gucci by Tom Ford runway strapeless silk dress
S/S2001 Gucci by Tom Ford runway strapeless silk dress

S/S2001 Gucci by Tom Ford runway strapeless silk dress

By Tom Ford for Gucci

Located in Milano, Lombardia

S/S 2001 Gucci by Tom Ford runway strapless silk dress This Gucci strapless dress from the Spring

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Early 2000s Mini Dress

S/S2005 Alexander McQueen runway strapless draped chiffon mini dress
S/S2005 Alexander McQueen runway strapless draped chiffon mini dress

S/S2005 Alexander McQueen runway strapless draped chiffon mini dress

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Milano, Lombardia

S/S 2005 Alexander McQueen runway strapless draped chiffon mini dress This Alexander McQueen mini

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21st Century and Contemporary Mini Dress

GIORGIO ARMANI Rare Archival Runway S/S 1996 Black Silk Organza Gown
GIORGIO ARMANI Rare Archival Runway S/S 1996 Black Silk Organza Gown

GIORGIO ARMANI Rare Archival Runway S/S 1996 Black Silk Organza Gown

By Giorgio Armani

Located in Woodland Hills, CA

dress. • Spring/Summer 1996 Runway • Triple-layered silk organza • Strappy open back with crisscross

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1990s European Evening Dresses

1984 Runway Documented Andre Laug Couture Black Sequin Dress
1984 Runway Documented Andre Laug Couture Black Sequin Dress

1984 Runway Documented Andre Laug Couture Black Sequin Dress

By André Laug

Located in London, GB

dress is from the Andre Laug archives and is the actual runway dress, shown here on the runway, the fit

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1970s Italian Evening Dresses

A/W 2002 Roberto Cavalli runway leather floral patches sheer dress
A/W 2002 Roberto Cavalli runway leather floral patches sheer dress

A/W 2002 Roberto Cavalli runway leather floral patches sheer dress

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in Milano, Lombardia

A/W 2002 Roberto Cavalli runway leather floral patches sheer dress Runway A/W 2002 Roberto Cavalli

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Early 2000s Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Balenciaga by Nicolas Ghesquiere Fall 2002 Cubist Mixed Media Dress
Balenciaga by Nicolas Ghesquiere Fall 2002 Cubist Mixed Media Dress

Balenciaga by Nicolas Ghesquiere Fall 2002 Cubist Mixed Media Dress

By Balenciaga, Nicolas Ghesquière

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Balenciaga by Nicolas Ghesquière Cubist Flounce Hem Dress Fall 2002 Runway Collection A striking

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Early 2000s European Casual Dresses

NWT F/W 1992 Prada Shimmery Black Wool Sleeveless Flare Mini Dress
NWT F/W 1992 Prada Shimmery Black Wool Sleeveless Flare Mini Dress

NWT F/W 1992 Prada Shimmery Black Wool Sleeveless Flare Mini Dress

By Miuccia Prada, Prada

Located in West Hollywood, CA

season’s runway. This archival Prada dress has never been worn and comes with the original tag still

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1990s Italian Mini Dresses

Gianni Versace Couture S/S 1997 Runway Naomi Campbell Sheer Gray Lace Gown
Gianni Versace Couture S/S 1997 Runway Naomi Campbell Sheer Gray Lace Gown

Gianni Versace Couture S/S 1997 Runway Naomi Campbell Sheer Gray Lace Gown

By Gianni Versace Couture, Gianni Versace

Located in Milano, IT

- Gianni Versace Grey lace evening logo strap dress - Sold by Skof.Archive - Designed by Gianni

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1990s Italian Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Gucci by Tom Ford F/W 1999 Halter neck leather mini dress
Gucci by Tom Ford F/W 1999 Halter neck leather mini dress

Gucci by Tom Ford F/W 1999 Halter neck leather mini dress

$9,373

Size: FR 38 - IT 42 - UK 10 - US 8

Gucci by Tom Ford F/W 1999 Halter neck leather mini dress

By Tom Ford for Gucci

Located in Milano, IT

Designed by Tom Ford Sold by Skof.Archive Fall Winter 1999 Dress Runway Piece Halter neck leather

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

John Galliano Black Deconstructed Silk and Lace Evening Dress, ss 2002
John Galliano Black Deconstructed Silk and Lace Evening Dress, ss 2002

John Galliano Black Deconstructed Silk and Lace Evening Dress, ss 2002

By John Galliano

Located in London, GB

▪ Archival Runway John Galliano Evening Dress ▪ Creative Director: John Galliano ▪ Spring-Summer

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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Christian Dior by John Galliano Silk Chiffon and Lurex Mini Dress, ss 2003
Christian Dior by John Galliano Silk Chiffon and Lurex Mini Dress, ss 2003

Christian Dior by John Galliano Silk Chiffon and Lurex Mini Dress, ss 2003

By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior

Located in London, GB

▪ Archival Christian Dior Runway Mini Dress ▪ Creative Director: John Galliano ▪ Spring-Summer 2003

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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

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Versace pink medusa logo runway dress, SS 2005
Versace pink medusa logo runway dress, SS 2005

Versace pink medusa logo runway dress, SS 2005

Unavailable

Size: Italian 40. International Small.

Versace pink medusa logo runway dress, SS 2005

By Donatella Versace

Located in London, GB

My Runway Archive presents this Iconic and super rare runway dress from the Versace SS 2005

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Early 2000s European Evening Dresses

Versace colour block runway gown, FW 1997
Versace colour block runway gown, FW 1997

Versace colour block runway gown, FW 1997

By Gianni Versace

Located in London, GB

My Runway Archive presents this very rare runway gown from the Versace FW 1997 collection in the

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1990s European Evening Dresses

Jean Paul Gaultier Sailor Cone dress 1990's
Jean Paul Gaultier Sailor Cone dress 1990's

Jean Paul Gaultier Sailor Cone dress 1990's

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in London, GB

My Runway Archive presents this Iconic Jean Paul Gaultier 'Maille' dress that fuses two of

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1990s European Informal Dresses

S/S2000 Christian Dior by John Galliano runway leather alter dress
S/S2000 Christian Dior by John Galliano runway leather alter dress

S/S2000 Christian Dior by John Galliano runway leather alter dress

By John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in Milano, Lombardia

S/S2000 Christian Dior by John Galliano runway leather dress This S/S2000 Dior by Galliano runway

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Early 2000s Cocktail Dresses

Christian Dior by John Galliano Metallic Antique Gold Evening Dress, FW 1998
Christian Dior by John Galliano Metallic Antique Gold Evening Dress, FW 1998

Christian Dior by John Galliano Metallic Antique Gold Evening Dress, FW 1998

By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in London, GB

▪ Archival Christian Dior Runway Evening Dress ▪ Creative Director: John Galliano ▪ Fall-Winter

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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Hot pink Versace runway dress, SS 2004
Hot pink Versace runway dress, SS 2004

Hot pink Versace runway dress, SS 2004

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Size: Italian size 38

Hot pink Versace runway dress, SS 2004

By Donatella Versace

Located in London, GB

My Runway Archive presents Iconic pink ruffled runway dress from the Versace SS 2004 collection

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Early 2000s European Evening Dresses

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Shoes

Azzedine Alaia S/S 1990 Vintage Bodycon Mini Dress
Azzedine Alaia S/S 1990 Vintage Bodycon Mini Dress

Azzedine Alaia S/S 1990 Vintage Bodycon Mini Dress

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in Naples, FL

Azzedine Alaia S/S 1990 Vintage Fitted Plunged Décolleté Mini Dress Size Small Alaïa mini bodycon dress with sweetheart neck and rib knit accent panels throughout. All Eyes on Alaï...

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1990s Evening Dresses and Gowns

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New Gucci Flora Bamboo Runway Pumps Heels Sz 6.5

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By Gucci

Located in Conroe, TX

Brand New Gucci Flora Heels Size: 6.5 Beautiful Iconic Canvas Flora Pattern Bamboo & Gold Hardware Leather Insole Wood Heel Heel Height 3" With Box

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Shoes

Jacques Fath Ivory Silk Organza Top-6
Jacques Fath Ivory Silk Organza Top-6

Jacques Fath Ivory Silk Organza Top-6

By Jacques Fath

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Jacques Fath Ivory Silk Organza Top-6. This stunning Jacques Fath top is in excellent condition, it shows minimal sign of use. It is made of ivory silk organza throughout and has lac...

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2010s French Blouses and Tops

1980's Brown Mink Lightweight Reversible Coat
1980's Brown Mink Lightweight Reversible Coat

1980's Brown Mink Lightweight Reversible Coat

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Chic 1980's unmarked Canadian brown mink reversible long coat. One side is brown leather patchwork pattern with a fur collar and cuffs. The textured pattern is created by piecing the...

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1980s Canadian Coats and Outerwear

Versace F/W 2006 Plunging Ruched Ruffles Black Dress
Versace F/W 2006 Plunging Ruched Ruffles Black Dress

Versace F/W 2006 Plunging Ruched Ruffles Black Dress

By Versace

Located in Naples, FL

Versace F/W 2006 Plunging Ruched Ruffles Black Dress Condition: size tag has been removed, fits like a small. A few small pulls by the zipper, see last two pictures, not noticeable...

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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Gucci by Tom Ford S/S 2004 Cutout Black Dress
Gucci by Tom Ford S/S 2004 Cutout Black Dress

Gucci by Tom Ford S/S 2004 Cutout Black Dress

By Tom Ford

Located in Naples, FL

Gucci by Tom Ford S/S 2004 Cutout Black Dress IT 42 Gucci dress with tiered accents, square neckline and concealed zip closure at side.

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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Hippy Style Gold Brocade Robe Kimono Coat
Hippy Style Gold Brocade Robe Kimono Coat

Hippy Style Gold Brocade Robe Kimono Coat

$972Sale Price|23% Off

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Hippy Style Gold Brocade Robe Kimono Coat

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Unique hand made one- off a kind vintage colorful robe manteau. We offer more excluisive items, view our frontstore Embroidered with sequins and vintage Indian pieces gold brocade...

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20th Century Coats and Outerwear

Verheyen London Edward Leather Coat with Faux Fur Collar in Black - Size uk 16
Verheyen London Edward Leather Coat with Faux Fur Collar in Black - Size uk 16

Verheyen London Edward Leather Coat with Faux Fur Collar in Black - Size uk 16

By Verheyen London

Located in London, GB

Verheyen London Edward Leather Coat with Faux Fur Collar in Red - Size uk 16 The Edward Leather Coat created by Verheyen London is a romantic design inspired by the 1970s and Edward...

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2010s British Coats

1990s Geoffrey Beene Grey Silk Gown
1990s Geoffrey Beene Grey Silk Gown

1990s Geoffrey Beene Grey Silk Gown

By Geoffrey Beene

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Elegant Vintage Geoffrey Beene charcoal grey maxi silk gown. Matching coat sold separately. see listing from our store. Bust : 36. /hip: 36 Fit US Size : 4-6

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1990s American Evening Gowns

Stylish Unique Capelet Herringbone Wool Blend 3/4 Coat
Stylish Unique Capelet Herringbone Wool Blend 3/4 Coat

Stylish Unique Capelet Herringbone Wool Blend 3/4 Coat

Located in University City, MO

Stylish unique capelet herringbone wool blend 3/4 coat The high fashion short length coat /cape is designed with wide flared cape style shoulders The capelet style coat is adorn...

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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Capes

Invertec Olive Wool Coat with Cape Detail
Invertec Olive Wool Coat with Cape Detail

Invertec Olive Wool Coat with Cape Detail

Located in London, GB

A lovely coat by Invertec. In a wonderful green , the coat has no sleaves but does have cape detail. It is in great heavy wool with a vent at the back and a pocket either side at the...

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2010s Scottish Coats

New TOM FORD for GUCCI S/S 2004 Black Satin Crocodile Crystal Corset Shoes 6 B
New TOM FORD for GUCCI S/S 2004 Black Satin Crocodile Crystal Corset Shoes 6 B

New TOM FORD for GUCCI S/S 2004 Black Satin Crocodile Crystal Corset Shoes 6 B

By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci

Located in Montgomery, TX

Highly Collectible GUCCI Pair from TOM FORD'S Era S/S 2004 Collection Designer Size - 6 B Color - Black Bamboo and Crocodile Metallic Heel - 4" Silver-Tone Crystal Details Lace-Up...

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Early 2000s Italian Heels

F/W 2003 Gucci Tom Ford runway Vintage fur coat
F/W 2003 Gucci Tom Ford runway Vintage fur coat

F/W 2003 Gucci Tom Ford runway Vintage fur coat

By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci

Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ

F/W 2003 Gucci Tom Ford runway Vintage fur coat Fitted jacket made of brown and beige fur from Gucci F/W 2003. V-neck, front zipper and silk bottom stripe. It will be good on S a...

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Early 2000s Italian Coats and Outerwear

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN white RIBBED & OPEN KNIT PEPLUM Dress S
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN white RIBBED & OPEN KNIT PEPLUM Dress S

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN white RIBBED & OPEN KNIT PEPLUM Dress S

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Zürich, CH

Alexander McQueen ribbed and open knit peplum dress in cream polyamide (43%), cotton (37%), viscose (11%), nylon (5%) and polyester (4%). Has short sleeves and a solid knit skirt. Ha...

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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Cocktail Dresses

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Archive Runway Dress For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate vintage or contemporary archive runway dress for your needs in our varied inventory. black is a pretty popular color, but we also have beige, brown, red and more in stock now. You’re likely to find the perfect archive runway dress among the distinctive accessories we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Finding an appealing accessory such as this — no matter the origin — is easy, but Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior and Gianni Versace each produced a popular version that is worth a look. 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 Archive Runway Dress?

On average, an archive runway dress on 1stDibs sells for $5,495, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $165,993 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.

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