1970s Bill Gibb Cream and Embroidered Floral Maxi Dress
By Bill Gibb
Located in London, GB
This is an elaborate 1970s gown by revered British fashion designer Bill Gibb. Crafted from soft cream-yellow cotton, it has a dramatic blouson silhouette and was a bespoke wedding d...
$2,390Sale Price|20% Off
Bill Gibb Blue Silk Beaded Dress, c. Early 1980s
By Bill Gibb
Located in Marlborough, GB
An exceptional dress by Bill Gibb (1943–1988); a Scottish designer who grew up on a farm in Aberdeenshire before moving to London where he studied at Saint Martins, as well as the Ro...
Bill Gibb F/W 1972 Ivory Moss Crepe Gown
By Bill Gibb
Located in Studio City, CA
Bill Gibb 1972 Fall/Winter ivory moss crepe evening gown with curved collar and sleeve cuffs, fabric-covered buttons, raglan sleeves, voluminous gored skirt and yellow and black top-...
Rare Bill Gibb Devore Silk Velvet Evening Ensemble
By Bill Gibb
Located in Geneva, CH
Incredible early 70s "dévoré" silk velvet and gold lame set composed of a short kimono-caftan and a long buttoned maxi skirt. The top is cut wide with sleeves opening down the waist....
1977 Bill Gibb Documented White Eyelet Cotton & Jersey Low-Cut Maxi Wrap Dress
By Bill Gibb
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Ethereal Bill Gibb of London documented designer maxi dress dating back to his documented 1977 spring-summer collection.
Bill Gibb Vintage Couture Evening Gown, 1980s
By Bill Gibb
Located in Westhampton Beach, NY
This amazing one of a kind dress was made to order in the mid 1980s by Bill Gibb.
Vintage 1970's Bill Gibb Couture Peach & Lilac Lace Three-Piece Caftan Gown Set
By Bill Gibb
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An ethereal and ultra rare Bill Gibb of London couture three-piece ensemble dating back to the mid-1970's. His pieces are very collectible and found in museum's around the globe. Bil...
Vintage 1970's Bill Gibb Metallic Knit Insect-Novelty Tassel Sweater Dress Set
By Bill Gibb
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Gorgeous Bill Gibb of London designer hand-knit sweater skirt set dating back to the mid-1970's. Bill Gibb drew his beautiful prints on paper and with the knit wear guru Keffe Fasset...
Rare Vintage Bill Gibb Pinafore Dress
By Bill Gibb
Located in London, GB
A rare vintage pinafore dress by Bill Gibb. The dress is in a wonderful print with pleat detail, and has a pocket on either side plus a 14'' slit on either side .
Iconic Bill Gibb bee dress c. 1972
By Bill Gibb
Located in London, GB
A 1972 Bill Gibb full length wrap dress in a black wool crepe and red and white braided trim with Bibb's trademark enamelled bee buttons.
1970s Bill Gibb Outfit
By Bill Gibb
Located in London, GB
A great outfit by 1970s British designer Bill Gibb. In a peach/buff colour this outfit is a great addition to your summer wardrobe. The top has a pretty embroidered central panel, i...
1970s Bill Gibb Peasant Dress With Beaded Tassels and Novelty Seashell Print
By Bill Gibb
Located in London, GB
This incredible 1970s peasant style dress with layered skirt and tassel detail is by British designer Bill Gibb, who's work is described as the nearest a British designer ever got to...
Bill Gibb Silk Chiffon Ensemble. Early 1970's.
By Bill Gibb
Located in University City, MO
Museum worthy example of the best of British Boutique design. Ethereal Bill Gibb two piece silk chiffon dress and matching duster.
1970s Bill Gibb White Evening Dress with Beaded Art Deco Motive
By Bill Gibb
Located in London, GB
This enchanting vintage 1970s Bill Gibb silk jersey evening dress in soft white is in beautiful vintage condition and as the designer notoriously only made limited numbers of the sam...
1970's BILL GIBB purple jersey gown with metallic trim
By Bill Gibb
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Purple viscose jersey gown with metallic silver toned trim and extra high thigh slit from Bill Gibb dating to the 1970's. Blouson bodice. Halter neckline with decorative button at ba...
1970s Bill Gibb Couture Museum-Held Metallic Gold Sheer Lace Babydoll Mini Dress
By Bill Gibb
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A truly magical and ultra rare Bill Gibb of London couture metallic gold lace tunic babydoll dress dating back to his 1978 fall-winter collection.
Rare 1970s Museum Held Bill Gibb Sequin & Jersey Dress
By Bill Gibb
Located in Rockwood, ON
Bill Gibb pieces are so rare and hard to find and this particular dress is absolutely fabulous.
Vintage 1970 Bill Gibb Bohemian Floral Silk & Suede Beaded Fringe Lace-Up Dress
By Bill Gibb
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Breathtaking documented Bill Gibb couture museum-quality bohemian dress from his 1970 collection.
1976 Bill Gibb Documented Floral Silk Beaded Halter Pleated Backless Dress
By Bill Gibb
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Measurements Bust:34-35 inches High Waist:28 inches Hips:Free Sweep Total Length:56 inches This 1976 Bill Gibb documented designer dress is in excellent condition with no rips, stai...
1970s Bill Gibb Ethereal Gown with Floral Beading and Plunging Neckline
By Bill Gibb
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1970s Bill Gibb Ethereal Gown with Floral Beading and Plunging Neckline *Please note that the fabric is solid nude/beige; because of lighting technicalities, in some images it app...
1976 Bill Gibb Pleated Silk & Embroidered Tulle Low-Plunge Metallic Ribbon Gown
By Bill Gibb
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Measurements Bust:33-34 inches High Waist:26 inches Hips:Free Sweep Total Length:58 inches This 1976 Bill Gibb documented designer dress is in excellent condition with no rips, stai...
Bill Gibb for Annette Carol Patterned Knitted Dress - Size US8
Located in London, GB
Bill Gibb for Annette Carol Patterned Knitted Dress - Multi-coloured striped/geometric pattern - Frill detail edging - Long puffed sleeves - Maxi length - Loose fit - Slip pock...
Bill Gibb Sequin Detail Museum Held Jersey Dress, 1970s
By Bill Gibb
Located in Rockwood, ON
Bill Gibb pieces are so rare and hard to find and this particular dress is absolutely fabulous.
1970s Bill Gibb Silver & Black Dress w Beaded Shoulder Piece
By Bill Gibb
Located in Rockwood, ON
Bill Gibb was one of the most influential designers in 1970s Britain and his clothes were sought out and worn by the rich and famous.
Vintage 1975 Bill Gibb Documented Beaded White Jersey Draped Goddess Caftan Gown
By Bill Gibb
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Ethereal Bill Gibb of London documented designer maxi dress dating back to the mid-1970's.
Winter 1972 Bill Gibb Beaded Bee Caftan Dress Set
By Bill Gibb
Located in Rockwood, ON
The 1972 collection was presented on just 5 models at the Oriental Club in London's West End and was Gibb's debut fashion show. In it he presented an amazing collection that drew on ...
1960s Jan Leslie Olive Green Polka Dot Velvet Pleated Turban-Style Toque Hat
By I. Magnin
Located in Gresham, OR
1960s Jan Leslie olive green polka dot velvet pleated turban-style toque hat. Size Small-Medium
Junya Watanabe Comme des Garcons Black Wool Turtle Neck Big Snap Pullover Large
By Junya Watanabe Comme des Garçons
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Junya Watanabe Comme des Garcons black wool turtle neck big snap pullover sweater/top. Extra long turtle neck over size pull over sweater/top. Long straight sleeves, set more to the ...
F/W 1998 Christian Dior by John Galliano Pink Tweed Cinched Gilet Jacket
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Christian Dior by John Galliano gilet from the Fall/Winter 1998 collection is crafted from vibrant pink tweed with subtle multicolor flecks. The vest design features a high funn...
Vintage Japanese Ceremonial Brocade Kimono with Floral Embroidery and Phoenix
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Beautiful vintage Japanese ceremonial brocade kimono embroidered with red and gold floral and Phoenix embroidery. Kimono comes with red rope belt. Kimono length: 74” length Note abou...
$17,273
Size: No size tag, fits like a S
VIVIENNE WESTWOOD FW 94 Iconic and rare minidress from "On liberty" collection
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in Milano, MILANO
Iconic and rare Fall Winter 1994 ruffled lurex minidress from "On liberty" collection by Vivienne Westwood Floral embossed applications Inner corset No composition tag, viscose lurex
Christian Dior By John Galliano S/S 1998 In A Boudoir Mood White Pearl Gown
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Jersey City, NJ
A true collector’s piece from John Galliano’s most theatrical and romantic era at Dior. This gown comes from the iconic Spring/Summer 1998 collection, “In a Boudoir Mood,” where ling...
1990s Margaret Lee Cream Silk Off-Shoulder Wedding Dress with Bow
Located in London, GB
Circa late 1990s wedding dress tailored from an ivory shot silk blend and made in England by the British label Margaret Lee. The romantic silhouette has a fun 1980s vibe but we are p...
$975
Size: 38.5 / US 8.5
New Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Fall 2002 Size 38.5 / 8.5 Corset Heels YSL
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Step into early-2000s runway glamour with these ultra-rare vintage Yves Saint Laurent slingback heels from Tom Ford’s iconic Fall 2002 collection. Crafted in sumptuous yellow silk s...
Nina Ricci by Olivier Theyskens SS 2009 Embellished Gauze Wedding Gown
By Nina Ricci
Located in Mentone, CA
A rare masterpiece designed by Olivier Theyskens for Nina Ricci's Spring 2009 collection. This embellished gauze gown features an empire waist, metallic leaf and floral appliqués, vo...
Christian Dior by John Galliano 2005 Silk Nude Embellished Dress Fr. 42 US 10
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Montgomery, TX
Vintage Christian Dior by John Galliano Silk Embellished Dress 2005 Collection French size 42 ( US 10 ) Silver tone beads over the beige silk, Signature Galliano little buttons closu...
1970s Black Jersey Gown with Marabou
Located in Alford, MA
A dramatic look in this 1970s gown of polyester matte jersey featuring a strapless, shirred bodice with long scarf ties attached at center; these can be worn in several ways over the...
Vintage Red Kimono Silk Brocade Japanese Ceremonial Gown
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
A vintage midcentury red color silk brocade collectable Japanese ceremonial wedding kimono. One of a kind handcrafted . Fabulous museum quality ceremonial piece in pure silk with in...
$15,620
Size: FR36 - UK8 - US4
Christian Dior by John Galliano Purple Satin Evening Dress and Shawl, ss 1998
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
▪ Christian Dior Evening Dress and Shawl Ensemble ▪ Creative Director: John Galliano ▪ Spring-Summer 1998 ▪ Constructed from a deep purple hammered satin ▪ Scoop neckline design ▪...
Gucci Backless Silk Halter Gown S/S 2010
By Gucci, Frida Giannini
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous elegant black silk dress from Gucci S/S 2010 collection. The halter style dress has a front plunging cut out below a fabulous silver grey choker style collar with adjustab...
Moschino Trompe L'oeil Brick Print Dress 1990s
By Moschino Couture
Located in Water Mill, NY
A clever simple sleeveless dress from Moschino Couture in a Trompe l'oeil brick print. It is sleeveless, with a crew neckline and is covered in the brick print. It is fully lined an...
1960s Alfred Shaheen Romper Brightly Colored Tropical Hawaiian One Piece 60s
By Alfred Shaheen
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare 1960s ALFRED SHAHEEN colorful tropical jumpsuit romper! Features colorful tropical Hawaiian prints throughout. Vibrant colors of orange, purple, hot pink, yellow and green throu...
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.