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Bell Sleeve Evening Dress

Roksanda Bell Sleeve Crepe Dress
Roksanda Bell Sleeve Crepe Dress

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

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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses and Gowns

2000's Roberto Cavalli Leopard High Slit Bell Sleeve Dress
2000's Roberto Cavalli Leopard High Slit Bell Sleeve Dress

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

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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

GIAMBATTISTA VALLI wool floral embroidery cascade bell sleeve dress IT38 XXS
GIAMBATTISTA VALLI wool floral embroidery cascade bell sleeve dress IT38 XXS

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

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

Annacat Black Satin Gown with Sheer Bell Sleeves Circa 1960's
Annacat Black Satin Gown with Sheer Bell Sleeves Circa 1960's

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

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1960s British Maxi Dress

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN white structural bell sleeve V neck midi dress IT38 XS
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN white structural bell sleeve V neck midi dress IT38 XS

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

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

CAROLINE CONSTAS Size S Black White Silk Blend Polka Dot Bell Sleeves Dress
CAROLINE CONSTAS Size S Black White Silk Blend Polka Dot Bell Sleeves Dress

CAROLINE CONSTAS Size S Black White Silk Blend Polka Dot Bell Sleeves Dress

By Caroline Constas

Located in San Francisco, CA

waist style with drape details, extra long bell sleeves, and invisible back zipper closure.Excellent Pre

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21st Century and Contemporary Day Dresses

Hanae Mori Pink, Purple & Black Chiffon Gown w/ Bell Sleeves
Hanae Mori Pink, Purple & Black Chiffon Gown w/ Bell Sleeves

Hanae Mori Pink, Purple & Black Chiffon Gown w/ Bell Sleeves

By Hanae Mori

Located in Los Angeles, CA

chiffon with a silk lining. The sleeves are an open bell shape that drapes off the shoulder. Size 6 US

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1980s Japanese Evening Gowns

1960s Gene Shelly’s Gold Sequin Keyhole Long Bell Sleeve Vintage Wool 60s Gown
1960s Gene Shelly’s Gold Sequin Keyhole Long Bell Sleeve Vintage Wool 60s Gown

1960s Gene Shelly’s Gold Sequin Keyhole Long Bell Sleeve Vintage Wool 60s Gown

By Gene Shelley International Boutique, Gene Shelley

Located in San Diego, CA

dress ! Features thousands of hand-sewn sequins on a soft stretchy wool. Keyhole opening under center

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1960s Hong Kong Evening Gowns

NWT Oscar de la Renta Pastel Pink Bell Sleeves Silk Crepe Gown size L
NWT Oscar de la Renta Pastel Pink Bell Sleeves Silk Crepe Gown size L

NWT Oscar de la Renta Pastel Pink Bell Sleeves Silk Crepe Gown size L

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in Montgomery, TX

princess seams that accentuate the waist. Dramatic bell sleeves add movement and a romantic touch, while

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2010s American Evening Dresses

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DON LOPER Blk Fringe Bell Sleeve Dress
DON LOPER Blk Fringe Bell Sleeve Dress

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

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1960s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1970's Double-Knit Maxi Dress with Bell Sleeves
1970's Double-Knit Maxi Dress with Bell Sleeves

1970's Double-Knit Maxi Dress with Bell Sleeves

Located in Oradell, NJ

shoulders and bell-shaped sleeves, and a flattering A-line long skirt. The gown had not been purchased

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1970s American Evening Gowns

Balenciaga Black Silk Dress with Bell Sleeves and Ruffle Hem
Balenciaga Black Silk Dress with Bell Sleeves and Ruffle Hem

Balenciaga Black Silk Dress with Bell Sleeves and Ruffle Hem

By Balenciaga

Located in London, GB

, fitted waist, bell sleeves with a cuff and a ruffled hem. The dress is made from a textured black silk

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2010s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Ossie Clark black silk floral printed bell sleeve dress, ca. 1971
Ossie Clark black silk floral printed bell sleeve dress, ca. 1971

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

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1970s British Evening Dresses and Gowns

1960s Geoffrey Beene Black Petal Bell Sleeve Cocktail Dress
1960s Geoffrey Beene Black Petal Bell Sleeve Cocktail Dress

1960s Geoffrey Beene Black Petal Bell Sleeve Cocktail Dress

By Geoffrey Beene

Located in Houston, TX

loose shift silhouette, long sleeves, and a high neckline. The sleeves are incredible; the typical bell

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1960s American Cocktail Dresses

2004 Gucci by Tom Ford Runway Pleated Purple Silk Bell Sleeve Cut-Out Dress
2004 Gucci by Tom Ford Runway Pleated Purple Silk Bell Sleeve Cut-Out Dress

2004 Gucci by Tom Ford Runway Pleated Purple Silk Bell Sleeve Cut-Out Dress

By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

bell sleeves that extend past the wrist for more drama. The fabric has the most amazing spiral pleat

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Early 2000s Italian Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Jean Paul Gaultier Bell Sleeve Dress
Jean Paul Gaultier Bell Sleeve Dress

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

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Jean Varon 1960s Bell Sleeve Tulip Print Maxi Dress
Jean Varon 1960s Bell Sleeve Tulip Print Maxi Dress

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

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1960s British Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage 1970s brocade maxi dress, Bell sleeve
Vintage 1970s brocade maxi dress, Bell sleeve

Vintage 1970s brocade maxi dress, Bell sleeve

Located in NEWARK, GB

lovely Bell sleeves. A gorgeous summer vibe vintage dress, it is quite a thick cut and fairly heavy so

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Late 20th Century German Cocktail Dresses

ESCADA 2001 Vintage Bell Sleeve Heavily Beaded Mini Dress
ESCADA 2001 Vintage Bell Sleeve Heavily Beaded Mini Dress

ESCADA 2001 Vintage Bell Sleeve Heavily Beaded Mini Dress

By Escada

Located in Leonardo, NJ

to 18, waist 15 This dress is so SPECIAL. It's so comfortable and feels really powerful at the same

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Early 2000s Evening Dresses

Bill Blass bell sleeve black lace plunge cocktail dress 1970s
Bill Blass bell sleeve black lace plunge cocktail dress 1970s

Bill Blass bell sleeve black lace plunge cocktail dress 1970s

By Bill Blass

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

neckline under bust seaming, A line shape to hem, sheer unlined lace bell sleeves...Dress is a sheer

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1970s American Cocktail Dresses

2003 Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Jersey Dress with Bell Sleeves
2003 Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Jersey Dress with Bell Sleeves

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

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Early 2000s French Cocktail Dresses

MISSONI Size S Brown Wool / Viscose Knit Fit Flair Bell Sleeve Dress
MISSONI Size S Brown Wool / Viscose Knit Fit Flair Bell Sleeve Dress

MISSONI Size S Brown Wool / Viscose Knit Fit Flair Bell Sleeve Dress

By Missoni

Located in San Francisco, CA

bell sleeves, and ft flair A line skirt silhouette with tie belt. Made in Italy.Excellent Pre-Owned

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21st Century and Contemporary Day Dresses

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN white structural bell sleeve V neck midi dress IT38 XS
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN white structural bell sleeve V neck midi dress IT38 XS

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN white structural bell sleeve V neck midi dress IT38 XS

By Alexander McQueen, Sarah Burton

Located in Hong Kong, NT

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN white structural bell sleeve V neck midi dress IT38 XS Reference: AAWC/A00181

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

Gorgeous Vicky Tiel Bell Sleeve Cream and Navy Full Length Gown
Gorgeous Vicky Tiel Bell Sleeve Cream and Navy Full Length Gown

Gorgeous Vicky Tiel Bell Sleeve Cream and Navy Full Length Gown

By Vicky Tiel

Located in Los Angeles, CA

navy skirt. The fantastic bell sleeves features an elastic wrist cuffing. Center back zipper closure

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20th Century French Evening Gowns

Jean-Paul Gaultier Black Maxi Dress W/Chiffon Inset & Bell Sleeves
Jean-Paul Gaultier Black Maxi Dress W/Chiffon Inset & Bell Sleeves

Jean-Paul Gaultier Black Maxi Dress W/Chiffon Inset & Bell Sleeves

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in Studio City, CA

Jean-Paul Gaultier black jersey maxi dress with bronze chiffon inset and subtle bell sleeves

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Late 20th Century French Maxi Dress

1960s Vintage Unique Black Bell Sleeve Cocktail Dress
1960s Vintage Unique Black Bell Sleeve Cocktail Dress

1960s Vintage Unique Black Bell Sleeve Cocktail Dress

Located in Sparks, NV

Unique black 1960s vintage black bell sleeve cocktail dress. Details: Fully Lined Back Metal

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1960s American Cocktail Dresses

Rodrigues for Milbo 1960s Silk Graphic Print Dress with Bell Sleeves
Rodrigues for Milbo 1960s Silk Graphic Print Dress with Bell Sleeves

Rodrigues for Milbo 1960s Silk Graphic Print Dress with Bell Sleeves

By Rodrigues

Located in Sparks, NV

Milbo. Flared bell sleeves and empire waist. Beautifully made and completely lined in silk. Details

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1960s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1970s Halston Red + Ivory White Silk Long Bell Sleeve Vintage 70s Dress + Sash
1970s Halston Red + Ivory White Silk Long Bell Sleeve Vintage 70s Dress + Sash

1970s Halston Red + Ivory White Silk Long Bell Sleeve Vintage 70s Dress + Sash

By Roy Halston Frowick, Halston

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful late 70s HALSTON for BERGDORF GOODMAN lipstick red and off-white abstract silk dress and

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1970s American Cocktail Dresses

Donald Brooks sequin bell sleeve dress
Donald Brooks sequin bell sleeve dress

Donald Brooks sequin bell sleeve dress

By Donald Brooks

Located in Cloverdale, CA

Elegant sequin bell sleeve dress from Donald Brooks Bust 34" Waist 28" Hips 40

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1960s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1980's Galanos Lace & Silk Bell-Sleeve Backless Mini Party Dress
1980's Galanos Lace & Silk Bell-Sleeve Backless Mini Party Dress

1980's Galanos Lace & Silk Bell-Sleeve Backless Mini Party Dress

By James Galanos

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

lurex-sparkle panels. Though the bodice and backside are pretty much sheer,the angel bell-sleeves give

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1970s Mini Dress

1960s Bell Sleeve Marie France Couture
1960s Bell Sleeve Marie France Couture

1960s Bell Sleeve Marie France Couture

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1960s Bell Sleeve Marie France Couture

Located in Rockwood, ON

she wanted to look grown up and glam. The Sleeves are truly wonderful - huge bell sleeves add drama

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1960s Maxi Dress

1970s Quorum Black Maxi Dress with Bell Sleeves and Tie Waist Belt
1970s Quorum Black Maxi Dress with Bell Sleeves and Tie Waist Belt

1970s Quorum Black Maxi Dress with Bell Sleeves and Tie Waist Belt

By Quorum

Located in London, GB

A 1970s black vintage bell-sleeve dress by British label Quorum from designer Marie France. The

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1970s British Evening Dresses and Gowns

S/S 1996 Gucci by Tom Ford Sheer Black Plunging Crochet Bell Sleeve Mini Dress
S/S 1996 Gucci by Tom Ford Sheer Black Plunging Crochet Bell Sleeve Mini Dress

S/S 1996 Gucci by Tom Ford Sheer Black Plunging Crochet Bell Sleeve Mini Dress

By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci

Located in Yukon, OK

DESIGNER: S/S 1996 Gucci by Tom Ford Please contact for more information and/or photos. CONDITION: Good- flawless! COUNTRY MADE: Italy FABRIC: Unknown- tag removed SIZE: M MEAS...

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1990s Italian Mini Dress

1968 Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Graphic Sequin Bell Sleeve Column Dress
1968 Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Graphic Sequin Bell Sleeve Column Dress

1968 Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Graphic Sequin Bell Sleeve Column Dress

By Pierre Balmain, Pierre Balmain Haute Couture

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

drama to this timeless piece. I love the chic 3/4-length bell sleeve design. The flattering a-line

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1960s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses

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Tom Ford for Gucci S/S 2002 Lace-up Black Top Shirt
Tom Ford for Gucci S/S 2002 Lace-up Black Top Shirt

Tom Ford for Gucci S/S 2002 Lace-up Black Top Shirt

By Tom Ford for Gucci

Located in Naples, FL

Tom Ford for Gucci S/S 2002 Lace-up Black Top Shirt IT 42 Gucci black shirt featuring plunged neckline, long sleeves, and lace up sash-tie closure at front.

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Early 2000s Shirts

1990s Michael Casey Couture Gold Lame Goddess Gown W/ Halter Neck & Deep V
1990s Michael Casey Couture Gold Lame Goddess Gown W/ Halter Neck & Deep V

1990s Michael Casey Couture Gold Lame Goddess Gown W/ Halter Neck & Deep V

By Michael Casey

Located in Gresham, OR

A glorious 1990s Michael Casey Couture gold silk lame goddess gown with structured and boned bodice, halter closure and a plunging neckline held in place by a beaded medallion. Fron...

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1990s American Evening Gowns

Roberto Cavalli One Shoulder Black Lace Gown Dress
Roberto Cavalli One Shoulder Black Lace Gown Dress

Roberto Cavalli One Shoulder Black Lace Gown Dress

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in London, GB

Gothic gorgeous Roberto Cavalli one shoulder lace gown. Bought for £2540 and new with tags, hanger and dustbag. Made from super fine, delicate slightly sparkling black lace, it has a...

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2010s Unknown Evening Gowns

1970s Bill Blass Brown White One Shoulder Vintage One Piece Swimsuit Bodysuit
1970s Bill Blass Brown White One Shoulder Vintage One Piece Swimsuit Bodysuit

1970s Bill Blass Brown White One Shoulder Vintage One Piece Swimsuit Bodysuit

By Bill Blass

Located in San Diego, CA

Sexy 70s BILL BLASS chocolate brown and white one shoulder swimsuit or bodysuit! Features a sloped with stripe at waistband, and above the bust. Built in interior support at bust. Gr...

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1970s American Swimwear

1950s Amazing Vintage Silk Chiffon Full Circle Cocktail Dress
1950s Amazing Vintage Silk Chiffon Full Circle Cocktail Dress

1950s Amazing Vintage Silk Chiffon Full Circle Cocktail Dress

Located in Sparks, NV

Stunning vintage cocktail dress with a full swinging delicate silk chiffon skirt and draped bustline. Gorgeous quality and construction with what seems like miles of silk fabric. ...

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1950s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Chanel Classic Small Baby Blue RARE 24k GHW Lambskin
Chanel Classic Small Baby Blue RARE 24k GHW Lambskin

Chanel Classic Small Baby Blue RARE 24k GHW Lambskin

$8,247

H 5.71 in W 2.56 in L 9.06 in

Chanel Classic Small Baby Blue RARE 24k GHW Lambskin

By Chanel

Located in Roosendaal, NL

From the collection of SAVINETI we offer this Chanel Classic Flap Small: - Brand: Chanel - Model: Classic Flap Small - Color: Baby Blue - Year: 1991-1994 - Condition: Good Vintage C...

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1990s French Structured Shoulder Bags

Off-white satin beaded evening dress Neiman Marcus Circa 1950's
Off-white satin beaded evening dress Neiman Marcus Circa 1950's

Off-white satin beaded evening dress Neiman Marcus Circa 1950's

By Neiman Marcus

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Off-white satin beaded evening dress. Tulle and acetate petticoat. Boned bustier. Zip and hook&eye closure on the middle back. size 38 (FR) M

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1950s Unknown Evening Dresses and Gowns

1960's Jean Patou Bordeau Suede Coat Full Mink Lining
1960's Jean Patou Bordeau Suede Coat Full Mink Lining

1960's Jean Patou Bordeau Suede Coat Full Mink Lining

By Jean Patou

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Unusual Jean Patou bordeau suede whip stitched swing coat lined in honey colored mink from the 1960s. So cozy and stylish, this swing coat is perfect over anything to keep you warm i...

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1960s French Swing Coats

Chanel S/S 2014 Belted Knit Chain Embellished Trim White Mini Dress
Chanel S/S 2014 Belted Knit Chain Embellished Trim White Mini Dress

Chanel S/S 2014 Belted Knit Chain Embellished Trim White Mini Dress

By Chanel

Located in Naples, FL

Chanel S/S 2014 Belted Knit Chain Embellished Trim White Mini Dress FR 40 Chanel sleeveless mini dress with textured pattern throughout, chain-link trim, square neck, belt accent at...

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2010s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Azzedine Alaia F/W 1986 Jacket Skirt and Pants Suit
Azzedine Alaia F/W 1986 Jacket Skirt and Pants Suit

Azzedine Alaia F/W 1986 Jacket Skirt and Pants Suit

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in Water Mill, NY

An amazing iconic fine black wool 3 piece skirt, pant and jacket suit from Azzedine Alaia as displayed in SCAD Fashion Museum in Atlanta. The spectacular front wrapping jacket is a...

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1980s French Trouser Pant Suits

A Pierre Balmain Couture Turquoise Silk Chiffon Cocktail Gown- France Circa 1958
A Pierre Balmain Couture Turquoise Silk Chiffon Cocktail Gown- France Circa 1958

A Pierre Balmain Couture Turquoise Silk Chiffon Cocktail Gown- France Circa 1958

By Pierre Balmain

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1958 France Sumptuous cocktail or ball gown with Princess line by Pierre Balmain Haute Couture numbered 83214. Sleeveless dress with a cowl neckline draped with polka-dot musli...

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1950s French Cocktail Dresses

White backless evening dress with braid belt CHRISTIAN DIOR
White backless evening dress with braid belt CHRISTIAN DIOR

White backless evening dress with braid belt CHRISTIAN DIOR

By Christian Dior, MARIA GRAZIA CHIURI

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

White backless evening dress with braid belt . No fabric composition tag but probably rayon. Invisible zip closure on the left side. Belt lenght = 3m SIZE 36/38 (Fr) 6/8 (US)

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2010s French Evening Dresses

1940's IRENE LENTZ black dress with blouson silk chiffon overlay
1940's IRENE LENTZ black dress with blouson silk chiffon overlay

1940's IRENE LENTZ black dress with blouson silk chiffon overlay

By Irene Lentz

Located in San Fransisco, CA

A stunning and hard-to-find piece from the late 1940's created by Irene Lentz. This black gown really channels classic 'film noir' Hollywood glamour from this era. The dress featu...

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1940s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

S/S 2003 Roberto Cavalli Floral Abstract Watercolor Viscose Stretch Charm Dress
S/S 2003 Roberto Cavalli Floral Abstract Watercolor Viscose Stretch Charm Dress

S/S 2003 Roberto Cavalli Floral Abstract Watercolor Viscose Stretch Charm Dress

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Presenting a stunning cream and multicolor floral Roberto Cavalli dress. From the Spring/Summer 2003 collection, this off-the-shoulder dress features a v-neckline, flared skirt, and ...

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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Stunning Original 1970s Jean-Louis Scherrer Silk Wedding Dress
Stunning Original 1970s Jean-Louis Scherrer Silk Wedding Dress

Stunning Original 1970s Jean-Louis Scherrer Silk Wedding Dress

By Jean-Louis Scherrer

Located in Berlin, BE

Stunning extremely rare creation by Fashion Icon Jean-Louis Scherrer. The softest liquid pure silk. Long maxi dress designed in the free spirit of the 1970s: Beautiful long cascadin...

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1970s French Wedding Dresses

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN pink LEATHER CROPPED BIKER Jacket 40
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN pink LEATHER CROPPED BIKER Jacket 40

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN pink LEATHER CROPPED BIKER Jacket 40

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Zürich, CH

Alexander McQueen cropped biker jacket in pale pink textured calf leather. With epaulettes, buttoned notch collar, zipper pocket on the chest, buttoned flap pocket on the front, belt...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Jackets

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Bell Sleeve Evening Dress For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the vintage or contemporary bell sleeve evening dress you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Black is a pretty popular color, but we also have Brown, Pink, Beige and more in stock now. If you’re looking for a bell sleeve evening dress from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of this accessory over the years, but those made by Halston, Hanae Mori and Pierre Cardin 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 Bell Sleeve Evening Dress?

The price for a bell sleeve evening dress starts at $225 and tops out at $7,200, and on average, selling for $925.

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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