F/W 2005 Versace by Dontella Runway Black Backless Cowl Bodycon Stretch Dress
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From the Fall/Winter 2005 collection, this form-fitting black dress debuted on the season's runway
F/W 2005 Versace by Dontella Runway Black Backless Cowl Bodycon Stretch Dress
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From the Fall/Winter 2005 collection, this form-fitting black dress debuted on the season's runway
S/S 2007 Ralph Lauren Runway Black Linen Button Up Backless Halter Dress
By Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren Purple Label
Located in West Hollywood, CA
collection is the perfect modern yet sophisticated little black dress. This chic dress debuted on the
Backless night blue sequin evening dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER
By Alexandre Vauthier
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Backless deep blue sequin evening dress. Black rayon lining. Invisible zip closure on the middle
Gucci S/S 2005 Tom Ford Plunging Cutout Backless Bodycon Black Dress
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Naples, FL
Gucci S/S 2005 Tom Ford Sexy Plunging Cutout Backless Bodycon Black Dress Size L
F/W 2001 Azzedine Alaïa Black Knit Backless Strap Bodycon Halter Mini Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From Alaïa's Fall/Winter 2001 collection, this sexy, form-fitting halterneck dress wraps around the
F/W 1999 Chloé by Stella McCartney Runway Maroon Bodycon Backless Cowl Dress
By Chloé, Stella McCartney
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Fall/Winter 1999 Chloé by Stella McCartney maroon bodycon dress features a draped cowl
Gucci New Silk Backless Dress SS 2013
By Frida Giannini, Gucci
Located in Water Mill, NY
An incredible black silk brocade dress with a blue, beige and gold petal pattern trim strategically
S/S 1996 Giorgio Armani Backless Black Silver Beaded Dress
By Giorgio Armani
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a fabulous black Giorgio Armani dress. From the Spring/Summer 1996 collection, this
$2,404
Size: 38 (Fr) 6 (Us) M
Black velvet backless evening dress with bow on the shoulder Christian Dior
By Christian Dior
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black velvet backless evening dress with bow on the shoulder. Fabric composition: rayon, elastane
Versace S/S 2005 Runway Logo Belt Plunging Backless Wrap Black Dress
By Versace
Located in Naples, FL
Versace S/S 2005 Runway Logo Belt Plunging Backless Wrap Black Dress IT 40 Condition: Good vintage
Gucci S/S 2005 Tom Ford Plunging Cutout Backless Bodycon Black Dress
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Naples, FL
Gucci S/S 2005 Tom Ford Sexy Plunging Cutout Backless Bodycon Black Dress Size S
Black backless jacket and dress ensemble SUITE by CHANTAL THOMASS
By Chantal Thomass
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black backless jacket and dress ensemble . Button and buttonhole closure on the middle front
Gucci by Tom Ford F/W 1996 Iconic Backless Black Evening Dress
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Paris, FR
Iconic evening dress from Gucci’s Fall–Winter 1996 collection, cut in fluid black fabric with a
S/S 1999 Gucci by Tom Ford Backless Rhinestone Semi-Sheer Black Slip Dress
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This rare black silk and crystal rhinestone Gucci slip dress was designed by Tom Ford for the
$1,731
Size: 8 (Us) 10 (UK) 38 (Fr)
Black satin and chiffon backless and pleated cocktail dress Carolyne ROEHM
By Carolyne Roehm
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black satin and chiffon backless and pleated cocktail dress. ( no fabric composition tag) Padded
Valentino F/W 2003 black sheer beaded plunging backless silk train dress gown
By Valentino
Located in Milano, Lombardia
LOVE LALI VINTAGE Valentino Fall 2003 - Look 70 Black floor length dress in silk and tulle
DONNA KARAN 90's Vintage Black Bronze Silk Beaded Backless Gown Maxi Dress
By Donna Karan
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Donna Karan Vintage 1990's Black beaded silk with bronze lining Semi-sheer Pullover Open back Size
Black backless evening dress with beadwork on the waist Gai Mattiolo Red Carpet
By Gai Mattiolo
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black backless evening dress with beadwork on the waist. Hook&eye in the middle back behind the
Backless jersey dress with blue rhinestone embellishment ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER
By Alexandre Vauthier
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Backless jersey dress with blue rhinestone embellishment . Fabric composition: 92% rayon, 8
Vintage black brown floral velvet beaded backless bias slip dress gown M - L
Located in Milano, Lombardia
, skimming all the curves in just the right places. The dress itself is a shade of very dark brown, and the
Navy blue draped jersey backless evening dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER
By Alexandre Vauthier
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Navy blue draped jersey sleeveless and backless evening dress. Sheer stretch tulle on side of the
Early 2000s Yigal Azrouël Sheer Backless Black Cowl Neck Flare Dress
By Yigal Azrouël
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From the early 2000s, this black sheer Yigal Azrouël slip dress is the perfect little black dress
Gianni Versace S/S 2002 Plunging Backless Semi Sheer Lace Knit Black Dress Gown
By Gianni Versace
Located in Naples, FL
Gianni Versace S/S 2002 Plunging Neckline Halter Backless Semi Sheer Corset Lace Up Black Dress
S/S 2001 Escada Floral Green Sequin Backless Halter Dress
By Escada
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From Escada’s Spring/Summer 2001 collection, this vibrant halter dress is covered entirely in
Versace S/S 2007 Crystal Logo Plunging Neckline Backless Halter Black Dress
By Versace
Located in Naples, FL
Versace S/S 2007 Crystal Logo Plunging Neckline Backless Halter Black Dress IT 40 Versace black
John Galliano F/W 08 black terracotta floral velvet backless draped dress gown
By John Galliano
Located in Milano, Lombardia
velvet gown in black, taupe and terracotta floral print Decorative neckline that is composed of folds of
Vintage black satin silk lace plunging backless night gown slip maxi dress M
Located in Milano, Lombardia
LOVE LALI Vintage A beautiful satin vintage slip style maxi dress in black Lace inserts and trim
ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE Runway Beaded Backless Dress FR36
By Alexandre Vauthier
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE SS2023 Runway Lesage filigree pailette hand beaded backless dress
Black & white backless polka-dots evening dress Roger Milot for Fred Perlberq
By Fred Perlberg
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black & white backless polka-dots evening dress . The black dots are in felt. Black bow organza in
Backless evening chiffon dress with feather print Marchesa Notte
By Marchesa Notte
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Backless evening chiffon dress with feather print. No fabric tag but probably polyester chiffon
S/S 1994 Gianni Versace Backless Asymmetric Overall Clip Runway Dress
By Gianni Versace Couture, Gianni Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a beautiful backless overall Gianni Versace Couture clip dress designed by Gianni
Early 1990s Dolce & Gabbana Backless Black Knit Wool Bodycon Long Sleeve Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This black knit sweater dress by Dolce & Gabbana from the early 1990s features a sleek, form
$1,596Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 40 IT
F/W 2001 Dolce & Gabbana Leopard Print Halter Neck Scarf Tie Backless Dress Y2K
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a formfitting black Dolce and Gabbana halter neck dress with a leopard print necktie
Calvin Klein black stretch scoop neck backless body con midi length dress US 2
By Calvin Klein Collection
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Calvin Klein Collection Black scoop neck stretch midi length dress Body con fit Long sleeves Low
Dolce & Gabbana S/S 1996 Halter Neck Backless Maxi Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Paris, FR
Halter neck dress Dolce & Gabbana in black stretch fabric. Features a cowl turtleneck that
Tom Ford for Gucci S/S 1998 Bodycon Backless Buckle Straps Knit Black Midi Dress
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Naples, FL
Tom Ford for Gucci S/S 1998 Bodycon Backless Buckle Straps Knit Black Midi Dress IT 42
1990s Ralph Lauren Cashmere Knit Backless Charcoal Grey Bodycon Mini Dress
By Ralph Lauren Purple Label, Ralph Lauren
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This dark grey knit Ralph Lauren purple label mini dress features a slip style constructed entirely
$1,623
Size: 46 (It) 42 (Fr) 12 (US)
Silk chiffon backless evening dress with abstract print Gai Mattiolo
By Gai Mattiolo
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Silk chiffon backless evening dress with abstract print and ruffles. Black silk lining. Split
Tom Ford for Gucci S/S 1997 Runway Chain Cutout Backless Sheer Knit Black Dress
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Naples, FL
Tom Ford for Gucci S/S 1997 Runway Chain Straps Cutout Backless Sheer Knit Black Dress IT 38 Seen
GUCCI by TOM FORD 2000 Vintage Backless One Shoulder Little Black Dress Cut-Out
By Gucci
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Tom Ford for Gucci Vintage SS00 Runway style Jet black One shoulder Backless Pullover Size Medium
Backless jersey dress with Polka dot pattern ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER
By Alexandre Vauthier
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Backless jersey dress with Polka dot pattern. Jersey composition: 98% rayon, 2% elastane. Invisible
Backless blue taffetas evening dress Victor Costa for Neiman Marcus
By Victor Costa
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Backless blue taffetas evening dress wrap on the bust . Black tulle petticoat. Fabric composition
Night blue sequin backless evening dress Claude Riha Cannes Paris
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Night blue sequin backless evening dress. Size M
$368
Size: US 12 (Fits UK 8 to UK 12)
Moschino Jeans Dress - Denim - Halter Neck Collar + Backless Strap Detail
By Moschino Jeans, Moschino
Located in KENT, GB
Product Details: Moschino Jeans - Denim Halter Neck Dress - Button Through Backless Strap Detailing
F/W 2004 Gucci by Tom Ford Black Sleeveless Cutout Backless Buckle Dress
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting an iconic black silk Gucci mini dress designed by Tom Ford. This dress from the Fall
1990s Gianfranco Ferré Sheer Knit Navy Blue White Trim Backless Bodycon Dress
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From the 1990s, this gorgeous navy blue Gianfranco Ferré slip dress is the perfect classic
1990's Moschino Cruise Me Baby Backless All Black full length Cocktail Dress
By Franco Moschino, Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
Vintage 1990's Moschino 'Cruise Me Baby' label full length Cocktail dress in all Black with a cut
Backless evening dress with beaded "trompe l'oeil" vest Circa 1970
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Backless evening dress with beaded "trompe l'oeil" vest. No fabric composition tag but the main
$326
Size: Medium-Large
VERSACE Gold Sun Embroidered Logo 1990’s Navy Blue figure hugging backless Dress
By Gianni Versace
Located in Sheffield, GB
1990’s Gianni Versace Golden Sun Embroidered Logo detailed Navy Blue figure hugging backless mini
1960s Eloise Curtis Navy Blue Silk Halter Backless Dress w Lace Trim & Shawl
By Eloise Curtis for Happenstance
Located in Gresham, OR
1960s Eloise Curtis Navy Blue Silk Halter Backless Dress w Lace Trim & Shawl: Eloise Curtis for
$2,164
Size: 42 (It) 38 (Fr) S
Backless evening dress in velvet and dévoré paisley velvet Roberto Cavalli
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Backless evening dress in velvet and dévoré paisley velvet. Branded leopard printed lining. Zip in
1970S LORIS AZZARO Black & White Polyester Jersey Backless Gown
By Loris Azzaro
Located in New York, NY
1970S LORIS AZZARO Black & White Polyester Jersey Backless Gown
F/W 1999 Gucci by Tom Ford Backless Ruched Viscose Patent Leather Trim Dress
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a gorgeous backless viscose Gucci dress with a patent leather trim, designed by Tom Ford
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Backless Violet Silk Charmeuse Gown
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
bare back. Slightly cowl neck. strap can be removed. Dress zip from the side. Size Medium / 6 Bust: 36
JENNY PACKHAM 1990's Vintage Black Backless Evening Gown
By Jenny Packham
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Jenny Packham '90s Vintage Jet black opaque Long sleeves Missing size and comp tag, but definitely
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2008 Runway Sequin Embellished Ombre Backless Mini Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Naples, FL
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2008 Runway Sequin Embellished Ombre Backless Mini Dress IT 40
Sublime Thierry Mugler Couture Dark Purple Dévoré Silk Backless Dress
By Thierry Mugler Couture
Located in Sheffield, GB
A Sumptuous, Vintage Thierry Mugler COUTURE dress, crafted by true artisans in a midnight purple
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.