2000's Roberto Cavalli Leopard High Slit Bell Sleeve Dress
Located in Austin, TX
2000's Roberto Cavalli Leopard High Slit Bell Sleeve Dress Chest: 30-48", Waist: 24-44", Hips: 33-66", Length: 59", Arms from shoulder to end: 28" stretch fabric made in italy Excel...
$472Sale Price|25% Off
GIAMBATTISTA VALLI wool floral embroidery cascade bell sleeve dress IT38 XXS
By Giambattista Valli
Located in Hong Kong, NT
GIAMBATTISTA VALLI grey wool floral embroidery cascade bell sleeve dress IT38 XXS Reference: LNKO/A02514 Brand: Giambattista Valli Material: Virgin Wool Color: Grey Pattern: Floral C...
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN white structural bell sleeve V neck midi dress IT38 XS
By Sarah Burton, Alexander McQueen
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN white structural bell sleeve V neck midi dress IT38 XS Reference: AAWC/A00181 Brand: Alexander McQueen Designer: Sarah Burton Material: Cotton Color: White Pattern:...
Annacat Black Satin Gown with Sheer Bell Sleeves Circa 1960's
By AnnaCat
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Stunning late 60s Biba-esque dress by the highly collectible British label Annacat. Fitted bodice with a fuller skirt featuring striped velvet details on the lower half. Decorated ha...
Pauline Trigere 1970s Black Silk Chiffon Glitter Encrusted Bell Sleeve 70s Dress
By Pauline Trigère
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic early 1970s PAULINE TRIGERE black silk chiffon glitter encrusted bell sleeve dress. Silver, gold and black glitter in the shape of flowers on the bottom portion of the dress and...
$1,000Sale Price|20% Off
Michael Kors Collection Off White Ivory Size 2 / 4 Grommet Bell Sleeve Dress
By Michael Kors
Located in San Diego, CA
Early 2000s vintage MICHAEL KORS COLLECTION off-white / ivory long bell sleeve grommet dress ! Features a tailored bodice with silver grommets around the neck, scalloped hem, and sca...
1990s Emanuel Ungaro Size 10 Black Rayon Vintage 90s Bell Sleeve Wrap Dress
By Emanuel Ungaro
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic late 90s EMANUEL UNGARO black rayon blend size 10 bell sleeve wrap dress ! Tailored bodice with a flirty skirt.
Nina Ricci Pink / Salmon Iridescent Silk Babydoll Bell Sleeve Dress w/ Pockets
By Nina Ricci
Located in San Diego, CA
Pretty Nina Ricci iridescent silk dress! Hues of pink and salmon when looked at from different angles. Features two pockets at waist. Looks great belted, or alone. Very forgiving bab...
$165Sale Price|20% Off
CAROLINE CONSTAS Size S Black White Silk Blend Polka Dot Bell Sleeves Dress
By Caroline Constas
Located in San Francisco, CA
CAROLINE CONSTAS NEW YORK dress in a black and white silk stretch blend fabric featuring a drop waist style with drape details, extra long bell sleeves, and invisible back zipper clo...
1990s Nicole Miller Leaf Print Brown Size 4 Bell Sleeve Vintage 90s Dress
By Nicole Miller
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic vintage 90s NICOLE MILLER rust + brown leaf print bell sleeve rayon dress! Fitted bodice with a slight sweetheart neckline. Bell sleeves mirror the flirty ruffle hem. Hidden zip...
$287Sale Price|30% Off
SOLACE LONDON Haso navy blue asymmetric stretch crepe bell sleeves dress UK4 XXS
Located in Hong Kong, NT
SOLACE LONDON Haso navy blue asymmetric stretch crepe bell sleeves dress UK4 XXS Reference: BSHW/A00022 Brand: Solace London Material: Polyester, Blend Color: Navy Pattern: Solid Clo...
Hanae Mori Pink, Purple & Black Chiffon Gown w/ Bell Sleeves
By Hanae Mori
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a gorgeous and flowy gown from Japanese designer Hanae Mori. It is made of 100% silk chiffon with a silk lining. The sleeves are an open bell shape that drapes off the should...
$795Sale Price|20% Off
Chic 1960s Pucci Style Bell Sleeve Olive Print Silk Vintage 60s A Line Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1960s colorful olive print Pucci style 3/4 bell sleeve A-Line dress! Features a burgundy maroon background with olives printed throughout in yellow, green, pink, blue, teal and ...
Chic 1960s Plus Size 16 / 18 Silver + Black 60s Vintage Bell Sleeve Shift Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Stylish wide bell sleeves. Full metal zipper up the back with hook-and-eye closure.
1960 Joui Schiesser Haute Couture Red Silk Gazar Gown w Feathered Bell Sleeves
Located in Gresham, OR
1960 Joui Schiesser Haute Couture Red Silk Gazar Gown w Feathered Bell Sleeves. A-line silhouette with rounded neckline and luxurious feather applique sleeves. Sleeves are an organza...
NWT Oscar de la Renta Pastel Pink Bell Sleeves Silk Crepe Gown size L
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Montgomery, TX
Romantic and elegant, this Oscar de la Renta gown is crafted from a fluid silk crepe in a soft pastel pink hue. The silhouette features a graceful, floor-length design with a fitted ...
DON LOPER Blk Fringe Bell Sleeve Dress
By Don Loper
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Description: Dance the night away in this fun Don Loper dress. * It has a sheer yoke & bell sleeves. * It's fully lined. * It zips down the back with a key hole opening. Meas...
1970's Double-Knit Maxi Dress with Bell Sleeves
Located in Oradell, NJ
This is a sensual and alluring, 1970's vintage, long, double-knit maxi-dress/gown, with a fitted bodice, an high asymmetrical collar, a back opening from the neckline to its waist li...
Balenciaga Black Silk Dress with Bell Sleeves and Ruffle Hem
By Balenciaga
Located in London, GB
An elegant dress from Balenciaga’s Silk collection. The dress has a classic shape with a V-neck, fitted waist, bell sleeves with a cuff and a ruffled hem. The dress is made from a te...
Ossie Clark black silk floral printed bell sleeve dress, ca. 1971
By Ossie Clark
Located in London, London
Ossie Clark; Black silk bell sleeve dress with 'Busy Lizzie' print by Celia Birtwell and drawstring fastening on yoke Spring-Summer 1971
1960s Geoffrey Beene Black Petal Bell Sleeve Cocktail Dress
By Geoffrey Beene
Located in Houston, TX
Vampy black silk cocktail dress by Geoffrey Beene! The dress falls just below the knee, with a loose shift silhouette, long sleeves, and a high neckline. The sleeves are incredible; ...
Michael Kors Collection Beaded Floral Dress with Sheer Lace Bell Sleeves (Italy)
By Michael Kors
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Michael Kors Collection Heavily Beaded Floral Dress with Sheer Lace Bell Sleeves Size 2, It's too small for my mannequin, it zips all the way up Bust 32" Waist 26" Hips 36" Length 3...
Elisabetta Franchi Black Sequin and Beads Crepe Bell Sleeve Mini Dress M
By Elisabetta Franchi
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Effortlessly made into a chic design, this Elisabetta Franchi black dress is easy to wear and easy to accessorize. Tailored beautifully, the dress is sure to remain a favorite season...
2004 Gucci by Tom Ford Runway Pleated Purple Silk Bell Sleeve Cut-Out Dress
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Absolutely gorgeous and instantly recognizable 2004 fall/winter Gucci by Tom Ford documented runway look #27 worn by Liya Kebede . This iconic purple show-stopper is one of the most ...
Roksanda Bell Sleeve Crepe Dress
By Roksanda
Located in London, GB
Roksanda Bell Sleeve Crepe Dress Bright pink 'Margot' dress designed with long, bell sleeves and detailed with asymmetric drapes and pleats to the neckline and waist. Featuring pen...
Jean Paul Gaultier Bell Sleeve Dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Austin, TX
1990s Jean Paul Gaultier flared black gown with buttons at neck and nude facing at bell sleeves and hem. Condition: Excellent. Size M ( Mannequin is a US size 6 )
Satin floral maxi dress with maxi bell sleeves, circa 1960s
Located in London, GB
- Maxi bell sleeves the same length as the dress - Zip closure c. 1960s
Jean Varon 1960s Bell Sleeve Tulip Print Maxi Dress
By Jean Varon
Located in Boca Raton, FL
1960's tulip print maxi dress by Jean Varon . The dress has a high rolled collar and illusion bell sleeves with multi color stitch work. There is an illusion panel at the front empir...
Vintage 1970s brocade maxi dress, Bell sleeve
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous vintage 1970s Brocade dress. This dress is reminiscent of 70s Festival days with its long sweeping skirts and bell sleeves. It is made from a synthetic fabrics and zips ...
ESCADA 2001 Vintage Bell Sleeve Heavily Beaded Mini Dress
By Escada
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Escada 2001 Vintage Burgundy, Gold, & Black beading and embellishments throughout I actually think the print is of Dragons Lined in soft silk Extremely comfortable German size F3...
ALICE MCCALL Back To You nude lace bell flared sleeve mini dress US4 S
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALICE MCCALL Back To You nude lace bell flared sleeve mini dress US4 S Reference: JECN/A00010 Brand: Alice McCall Model: Lace dress Material: Lace Color: Beige Pattern: Solid Closur...
Bill Blass bell sleeve black lace plunge cocktail dress 1970s
By Bill Blass
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Bill Blass black lace cocktail dress fro the 1970s...Figure flattering design with low open neckline under bust seaming, A line shape to hem, sheer unlined lace bell sleeves...Dress ...
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN white structural bell sleeve V neck midi dress IT38 XS
By Sarah Burton, Alexander McQueen
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN white structural bell sleeve V neck midi dress IT38 XS Reference: AAWC/A00181 Brand: Alexander McQueen Designer: Sarah Burton Material: Cotton Color: White Pattern:...
2003 Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Jersey Dress with Bell Sleeves
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Austin, TX
2003 Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford black jersey dress with bell sleeves. Condition: Excellent. Size L
MISSONI Size S Brown Wool / Viscose Knit Fit Flair Bell Sleeve Dress
By Missoni
Located in San Francisco, CA
M by MISSONI dress comes in brown wool viscose blend textured stretch knit with a scoop neck, long bell sleeves, and ft flair A line skirt silhouette with tie belt. Made in Italy.Exc...
SOLACE LONDON Haso asymmetric stretch crepe bell sleeves belted dress UK4 XXS
Located in Hong Kong, NT
SOLACE LONDON Haso navy blue asymmetric stretch crepe bell sleeves belted dress UK4 XXS Reference: BSHW/A00022 Brand: Solace London Material: Polyester, Blend Color: Navy Pattern: So...
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN white structural bell sleeve V neck midi dress IT38 XS
By Sarah Burton, Alexander McQueen
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN white structural bell sleeve V neck midi dress IT38 XS Reference: AAWC/A00181 Brand: Alexander McQueen Designer: Sarah Burton Material: Cotton Color: White Pattern:...
ROKSANDA AW16 Hadari pink crepe bell sleeve stretch cady cocktail dress UK6 XS
By Roksanda
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ROKSANDA AW16 Hadari pink crepe bell sleeve stretch cady cocktail dress UK6 XS Reference: LNKO/A00630 Brand: Roksanda Collection: Fall Winter 2016 Material: Silk Color: Pink Pa...
VALENTINO 100% silk pink ruffle bell sleeves loose fit boxy dress IT36 XS
By Valentino
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VALENTINO 100% silk pink ruffle bell sleeves loose fit boxy dress IT36 XS Reference: LNKO/A01040 Brand: Valentino Material: Silk Color: Pink Pattern: Solid Closure: Button Ext...
EMILIO PUCCI "Lotus Pink" Floral Lace Ruched Bell One Sleeve Cocktail Mini Dress
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Thiensville, WI
Emilio Pucci "Lotus Pink" chantilly lace cocktail dress. Asymmetrical neckline with one shoulder long bell sleeve. Scalloped trim. Ruched detail at hips. Exposed gold-tone zip side c...
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70s Halston Black Cocktail Dress with Low Back Bell Sleeves Silk Carmeuse Sz M
By Halston
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Here's an incredible silk Charmeuse evening dress made by Halston in the 1970s. This gorgeous dress features incredibly large bell sleeves (38in around), an elasticized waist and a ...
Gorgeous Vicky Tiel Bell Sleeve Cream and Navy Full Length Gown
By Vicky Tiel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a beautiful Vick Tiel gown. This beautiful full length gown features a striking plunge neckline and gathers at the busts to the shoulders. An empire waist line opens into a l...
60's PIERRE CARDIN fuchsia taffeta gown with pleated bodice & bell sleeves
By Pierre Cardin
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Vivid fuchsia taffeta gown with pleated bodice, bell sleeves and full skirt from Pierre Cardin dating to the 1960's. Fits a size 4. Approximate measurements are: shoulders 14", bust ...
Romantic Vicky Tiel Coral Silk Velvet Burnout Gown with Bell Sleeves
By Vicky Tiel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a fabulous Vicky Tiel gown. This magnificent gown is a silk burnout upper and viscose lower. The silk and velvet burnout upper is a beautiful coral, red, and silver hue. The...
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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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.