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Fe Zandi Attribution 3D Black and Red Floral Applique Bustier
Fe Zandi Attribution 3D Black and Red Floral Applique Bustier

Fe Zandi Attribution 3D Black and Red Floral Applique Bustier

By Fe Zandi

Located in Los Angeles, CA

From the designer known for her elegant creations Fe Zandi - a black evening bustier festooned with floral embroidery, velvet applique with 3D effect applied leaves. Fully lined, wit...

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20th Century Day Dresses

ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER blue black strass sweetheart bustier high slit gown
ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER blue black strass sweetheart bustier high slit gown

ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER blue black strass sweetheart bustier high slit gown

By Alexandre Vauthier

Located in Hong Kong, NT

ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER blue black strass sweetheart bustier high slit gown Reference: TGAS/F00858 Brand: Alexandre Vauthier Designer: Alexandre Vauthier Material: Fabric Color: Blue, Bl...

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2010s Evening Gowns

VERSACE 2021 Tresor De La Mer gold Medusa bustier harness dress IT38 XS
VERSACE 2021 Tresor De La Mer gold Medusa bustier harness dress IT38 XS

VERSACE 2021 Tresor De La Mer gold Medusa bustier harness dress IT38 XS

By Donatella Versace, Versace

Located in Hong Kong, NT

VERSACE 2021 Tresor De La Mer gold Medusa bustier harness dress IT38 XS Reference: TGAS/C01171 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Model: A89150 A235312 A1008 Collection: 2021...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

Versace Spring 06 blue brown leather silk sleeveless bustier midi dress IT 38
Versace Spring 06 blue brown leather silk sleeveless bustier midi dress IT 38

Versace Spring 06 blue brown leather silk sleeveless bustier midi dress IT 38

By Versace

Located in Milano, Lombardia

LOVE LALI VINTAGE Versace Spring 2006 Navy blue bustier dress with brown ribbon print Leather & suede braiding over mesh to the bust and straps Falls below the knee Fitted body with...

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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Valentino dress Haute Couture circa 1991
Valentino dress Haute Couture circa 1991

Valentino dress Haute Couture circa 1991

By Valentino

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

VALENTINO - Short fitted dress, black lace bustier top with a nude-color silk lining and thin velvet straps, and short black silk velvet skirt ornamented with openwork flower embroid...

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1990s Mini Dress

F/W 1998 Dolce & Gabbana Sheer Black Mesh Hand Painted Rose Bustier Gown
F/W 1998 Dolce & Gabbana Sheer Black Mesh Hand Painted Rose Bustier Gown

F/W 1998 Dolce & Gabbana Sheer Black Mesh Hand Painted Rose Bustier Gown

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Presenting a stunning black mesh Dolce & Gabbana gown. From the Fall/Winter 1998 collection, this two-piece gown consists of an interior skirt and exterior mesh dress. Constructe...

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1990s Italian Formal Gowns

Louis Vuitton, black cocktail dress
Louis Vuitton, black cocktail dress

Louis Vuitton, black cocktail dress

By Louis Vuitton

Located in AMSTERDAM, NL

Louis Vuitton, black cocktail dress with bustier and bow around the waist.

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2010s European Cocktail Dresses

Dolce & Gabbana Y2K Iconic Silk Leopard Print Bustier Dresst
Dolce & Gabbana Y2K Iconic Silk Leopard Print Bustier Dresst

Dolce & Gabbana Y2K Iconic Silk Leopard Print Bustier Dresst

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Get ready to turn heads in this drop dead gorgeous Dolce & Gabbana black label dress. Wild jumbo leopard print with decorative quilting.

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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses

Christian Lacroix Spring 1999 black strapless dress
Christian Lacroix Spring 1999 black strapless dress

Christian Lacroix Spring 1999 black strapless dress

By Christian Lacroix

Located in CANNES, FR

Christian Lacroix Spring/Summer 1999 Ready-to-Wear Collection Black silk bustier dress with a square pattern, re-embroidered with beads and cross motifs.

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1990s Cocktail Dresses

Louis Feraud 1980s Bustier and Skirt Set
Louis Feraud 1980s Bustier and Skirt Set

Louis Feraud 1980s Bustier and Skirt Set

By Louis Feraud

Located in Alford, MA

Quintessential 1980s aesthetic defines this outfit from Louis Feraud, its brightly colored print bustier dominated by gambling motifs appliquéd and embroidered on a red satin ground....

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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

Paule Ka Set of Bustier Top and Skirt, 2017
Paule Ka Set of Bustier Top and Skirt, 2017

Paule Ka Set of Bustier Top and Skirt, 2017

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Paule Ka - (Made in France) Set composed of a bustier top and a black neoprene balloon skirt. 2007 Spring-Summer Collection. Size 34FR/36FR. Additional information: Condition: Very ...

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2010s French Cocktail Dresses

Black evening dress with organza ruffles and tulle with drag ALBERTA FERRETTI
Black evening dress with organza ruffles and tulle with drag ALBERTA FERRETTI

Black evening dress with organza ruffles and tulle with drag ALBERTA FERRETTI

By Alberta Ferretti

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Long black bustier evening dress with silk organza ruffles on stretch polyester tulle body suit with snap closure on the bottom .

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2010s Italian Evening Dresses

Rare Chanel Archival F/W 1993 velvet corset bustier silk gown Lauren Bezos
Rare Chanel Archival F/W 1993 velvet corset bustier silk gown Lauren Bezos

Rare Chanel Archival F/W 1993 velvet corset bustier silk gown Lauren Bezos

By Chanel Boutique, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in PARIS, FR

Rare Chanel archival Fall Winter 1993 by Karl Lagerfeld runway velvet corset bustier chiffon silk gown (on the catwalk on the French top model Estelle Lefebure) on the ad campaign on...

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1990s French Evening Gowns

Ralph Lauren Purple Label Silver Hand-Beaded Bustier Gown, Fall 2005, Met Gala
Ralph Lauren Purple Label Silver Hand-Beaded Bustier Gown, Fall 2005, Met Gala

Ralph Lauren Purple Label Silver Hand-Beaded Bustier Gown, Fall 2005, Met Gala

By Ralph Lauren Purple Label

Located in Kingston, NY

A true showstopper from Ralph Lauren’s Purple Label, this silver hand-beaded bustier gown from the Fall 2005 runway is pure red-carpet fantasy. Worn on the runway by supermodel Anna ...

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Early 2000s Evening Gowns

2014 Runway Margiela Blue and White Sequin Bustier Top with Pearls
2014 Runway Margiela Blue and White Sequin Bustier Top with Pearls

2014 Runway Margiela Blue and White Sequin Bustier Top with Pearls

By Maison Martin Margiela

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Runway 2014 Maison Martin Margiela Blue and White sequins strapless bustier top with large pearls. Zip on the side. Marked size 40. Fit us 4

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2010s Italian Chinese Dresses

Givenchy Haute Couture dress
Givenchy Haute Couture dress

Givenchy Haute Couture dress

By Givenchy

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

GIVENCHY HAUTE COUTURE - (Made in France) Red silk and black velvet bustier dress. No size indicated, it fits a 34FR/36FR.

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1980s French Evening Dresses

JOHN GALLIANO Black cocktail bustier dress in silk jacquard fabric SS 2008
JOHN GALLIANO Black cocktail bustier dress in silk jacquard fabric SS 2008

JOHN GALLIANO Black cocktail bustier dress in silk jacquard fabric SS 2008

Located in Milano, IT

Black cocktail dress by John Galliano from the Ready to Wear Spring Summer 2008 collection. The fabric of the dress is a 100% silk jacquard with floral patterns. The model has a bus...

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Early 2000s French Cocktail Dresses

Nina Ricci long dress Haute Couture
Nina Ricci long dress Haute Couture

Nina Ricci long dress Haute Couture

By Nina Ricci

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

NINA RICCI - (Made in France) Long black velvet and silk bustier dress, collar edged with fox fur.

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1990s French Cocktail Dresses

Jean Louis Sherrer Lacquered Lace Cocktail Dress
Jean Louis Sherrer Lacquered Lace Cocktail Dress

Jean Louis Sherrer Lacquered Lace Cocktail Dress

By Jean-Louis Scherrer

Located in New York, NY

Lovely J.L Scherrer cocktail dress in black lacquered lace over black velvet boned bustier dress.

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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

Jean-Louis Scherrer dress by Jean-Louis Scherrer Haute Couture circa 1990
Jean-Louis Scherrer dress by Jean-Louis Scherrer Haute Couture circa 1990

Jean-Louis Scherrer dress by Jean-Louis Scherrer Haute Couture circa 1990

By Jean-Louis Scherrer

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

JEAN-LOUIS SCHERRER - A Haute Couture Collection circa 1990 under the artistic direction of Jean-Louis Scherrer. Black silk-velvet bustier dress ornamented with flower in puffy tull...

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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

Homolog Couture dress 'Un pari Eternel' 2025
Homolog Couture dress 'Un pari Eternel' 2025

Homolog Couture dress 'Un pari Eternel' 2025

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

HOMOLOG - Black strutctured short bustier dress. Two clovers embroidered with pearls, sequins and rhinestones.

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2010s Babydoll Dresses

Yves Saint Laurent guipure dress Haute Couture
Yves Saint Laurent guipure dress Haute Couture

Yves Saint Laurent guipure dress Haute Couture

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

YVES SAINT LAURENT - (Made in France) Ivory and black guipure bustier evening dress. Composition and size labels missing, it fits a 36FR.

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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

Paule Ka Black Satin Bustier Dress with Tulle Skirt
Paule Ka Black Satin Bustier Dress with Tulle Skirt

Paule Ka Black Satin Bustier Dress with Tulle Skirt

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Paule Ka - Black satin bustier dress with a tulle skirt. Size 36FR indicated.

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2010s A-Line Skirts

Thierry Mugler Vintage Polka Dot Bustier Dress and Blazer Suit
Thierry Mugler Vintage Polka Dot Bustier Dress and Blazer Suit

Thierry Mugler Vintage Polka Dot Bustier Dress and Blazer Suit

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Nice, FR

THIERRY MUGLER vintage dark blue bustier dress and blazer suit embellished with large applique white polkadots. BLAZER features : - Tailored fitted cut. - Front snap buttoning. - Lo...

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20th Century French Suits, Outfits and Ensembles

Rare Iconic Dolce e Gabbana Bustier Dress 1991
Rare Iconic Dolce e Gabbana Bustier Dress 1991

Rare Iconic Dolce e Gabbana Bustier Dress 1991

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Venezia, IT

Rare Iconic Dolce e Gabbana Black Bustier Dress 1991 Size: 40 IT Fabric label cutted. - NO RETURNS

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1990s Italian Mini Dress

Yohji Yamamoto Bustier / Dress
Yohji Yamamoto Bustier / Dress

Yohji Yamamoto Bustier / Dress

By Yohji Yamamoto

Located in New York, NY

Yohji Yamamoto Asymmetrical Bustier YOHJI YAMAMOTO black strapless evening dress/bustier style top.

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Late 20th Century French Bustiers

Moschino Cheap Chic Black Satin Bustier Dress
Moschino Cheap Chic Black Satin Bustier Dress

Moschino Cheap Chic Black Satin Bustier Dress

By Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Moschino cheap chic black satin bustier dress Date night gets sexy wearing this black bustier style dressy by Moschino Cheap and Chic!

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Early 2000s Italian Day Dresses

New Jean Paul Gaultier Runway Strapless Bustier Black Dress IT42 US4-6
New Jean Paul Gaultier Runway Strapless Bustier Black Dress IT42 US4-6

New Jean Paul Gaultier Runway Strapless Bustier Black Dress IT42 US4-6

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in Brossard, QC

Strapless Bustier Dress Black Silver tone hardware and a buckled belt bring a chic downtown edge to this swingy jean paul gaultier dress.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

Vintage Arnold Scaasi Drop Waist Bustier Dress
Vintage Arnold Scaasi Drop Waist Bustier Dress

Vintage Arnold Scaasi Drop Waist Bustier Dress

By Arnold Scaasi Couture

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Vintage Arnold Scaasi Drop Waist Bustier Dress Legendary fashion designer Arnold Scaasi features a bustier bodice with pointed sweetheart neckline and full skirt with bow detail at w...

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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses and Gowns

Dolce + Gabbana Black Stretch Silk Corset Lace Up Bustier Dress Gold 2019
Dolce + Gabbana Black Stretch Silk Corset Lace Up Bustier Dress Gold 2019

Dolce + Gabbana Black Stretch Silk Corset Lace Up Bustier Dress Gold 2019

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Denver, CO

Gorgeous 2019 Dolce + Gabbana corset style dress (shown pinned to mannequin) Black silk + elastane fabric Bustier bra style bust with fitted + padded bust cups Wide adjustable should...

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2010s Evening Dresses

1980s Loris Azzaro cocktail bustier dress
1980s Loris Azzaro cocktail bustier dress

1980s Loris Azzaro cocktail bustier dress

By Loris Azzaro

Located in Paris, FR

LORIS AZZARO (Made in France) Evening bustier dress in black taffeta. The bustier is entirely covered with baguette-cut glass beads in gold, black copper and transparent colors and w...

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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

ANN DEMEULEMEESTER fw2018 BY SÉBASTIEN MEUNIER PINSTRIPED BUSTIER DRESS
ANN DEMEULEMEESTER fw2018 BY SÉBASTIEN MEUNIER PINSTRIPED BUSTIER DRESS

ANN DEMEULEMEESTER fw2018 BY SÉBASTIEN MEUNIER PINSTRIPED BUSTIER DRESS

By Ann Demeulemeester

Located in PARIS, FR

BRAND : ANN DEMEULEMEESTER DESIGNER : SÉBASTIEN MEUNIER YEAR/DECADE : FALL/WINTER 2018 SIZE : 36 FITS S MADE IN : MACEDONIA COMPOSITION : 55% LINEN/32% FLEECE WOOL/10% NYLON/2% ...

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2010s Belgian Maxi Dresses

Vivienne Westwood Sequined Leopard Print Bustier Dress
Vivienne Westwood Sequined Leopard Print Bustier Dress

Vivienne Westwood Sequined Leopard Print Bustier Dress

By Vivienne Westwood

Located in Los Angeles, CA

An architectural, sexy cocktail dress from Vivienne Westwood. The bodice is crafted into the designer's signature bustier silhouette and features two structured pockets at the hip. A...

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Late 20th Century Cocktail Dresses

Danes Black Duchess Silk Elongated Bodice/Bustier Gown
Danes Black Duchess Silk Elongated Bodice/Bustier Gown

Danes Black Duchess Silk Elongated Bodice/Bustier Gown

Located in Henrico, VA

This elegant Danes evening gown is Black Duchess silk and has an elongated bodice/bustier and a white double face silk chiffon skirt lined in silk . Side zipper. Bodice snap closures.

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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Evening Gowns

2006 Christian Dior by John Galliano Beaded Gunmetal Silk Chiffon Bustier Dress
2006 Christian Dior by John Galliano Beaded Gunmetal Silk Chiffon Bustier Dress

2006 Christian Dior by John Galliano Beaded Gunmetal Silk Chiffon Bustier Dress

By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

An absolutely stunning and highly coveted Christian Dior gunmetal grey beaded silk chiffon bias-cut bustier dress dating back to John Galliano's 2006 fall-winter collection. John Gal...

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Early 2000s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Deadstock Oscar de la Renta 3 pc Evening Dress w White Bolero & Bustier & Skirt
Deadstock Oscar de la Renta 3 pc Evening Dress w White Bolero & Bustier & Skirt

Deadstock Oscar de la Renta 3 pc Evening Dress w White Bolero & Bustier & Skirt

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in Portland, OR

This is a vintage deadstock Oscar de la Renta evening ensemble that includes a ribbed white bustier style top and bolero jacket paired with a navy blue silk chiffon full length skirt...

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20th Century American Evening Gowns

1999 Thierry Mugler Black & Ivory Strapless Bustier Hourglass High-Slit Gown
1999 Thierry Mugler Black & Ivory Strapless Bustier Hourglass High-Slit Gown

1999 Thierry Mugler Black & Ivory Strapless Bustier Hourglass High-Slit Gown

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

A super seductive and highly coveted Thierry Mugler couture black silk and ivory satin strapless bustier hourglass gown dating back to his 1999 spring/summer collection.

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1990s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Dolce&Gabbana Black Strapless Dress
Dolce&Gabbana Black Strapless Dress

Dolce&Gabbana Black Strapless Dress

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Black Dolce & Gabbana strapless silk bustier dress with ruched accents and back zip closure

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Dresses

Alexis
Alexis

Alexis

Unavailable|$600

Alexis

By Vicky Tiel

Located in Alcove, NY

Short jersey dress, black lace bustier

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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

Dolce & Gabbana black bustier dress
Dolce & Gabbana black bustier dress

Dolce & Gabbana black bustier dress

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Black bustier dress ( lingerie style) in 2 differents blacks fabrics and the inside in leopard printed silk

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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

AZZEDINE ALAIA jet black bustier dress

AZZEDINE ALAIA jet black bustier dress

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Very sexy jet black textured body conscious mini dress with bustier seams From Alaia dating to the 1990's.

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Late 20th Century French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Dolce & Gabbana Black Bustier Dress with Lace
Dolce & Gabbana Black Bustier Dress with Lace

Dolce & Gabbana Black Bustier Dress with Lace

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Dolce & Gabbana Black Bustier with Lace

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20th Century Italian Cocktail Dresses

Black Dolce & Gabbana Bustier Dress
Black Dolce & Gabbana Bustier Dress

Black Dolce & Gabbana Bustier Dress

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in New York, NY

Product details: Black bustier dress by Dolce & Gabbana. Figure-flattering silhouette.

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21st Century and Contemporary Day Dresses

Vintage Dolce & Gabbana Black Lingerie Bustier Dress 1992
Vintage Dolce & Gabbana Black Lingerie Bustier Dress 1992

Vintage Dolce & Gabbana Black Lingerie Bustier Dress 1992

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage Dolce & Gabbana black bustier dress with lingerie-style hook and eye closure down center front and scoop back.

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Azzedine Alaia S/S 1991 Runway Vintage Bustier Bodycon Midi Black Dress
Azzedine Alaia S/S 1991 Runway Vintage Bustier Bodycon Midi Black Dress

Azzedine Alaia S/S 1991 Runway Vintage Bustier Bodycon Midi Black Dress

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in Englishtown, NJ

Azzedine Alaia S/S 1991 Runway Vintage Bustier Bodycon Midi Black Dress Size M Alaïa black bustier dress featuring padded bust, flared hem and bodycon style.

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1990s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Dolce & Gabbana Black Satin Sweetheart Bustier Dress Top
Dolce & Gabbana Black Satin Sweetheart Bustier Dress Top

Dolce & Gabbana Black Satin Sweetheart Bustier Dress Top

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in San Francisco, CA

Vintage Dolce & Gabbana retro lingerie inspired bustier top features a satin front panel with hook eye closures, boning, and stretch back panel. Made in Italy. Good Pre-Owned Condi...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Bustiers

Dolce & Gabbana Black Sleeveless Bustier Dress
Dolce & Gabbana Black Sleeveless Bustier Dress

Dolce & Gabbana Black Sleeveless Bustier Dress

By D&G by DOLCE & GABBANA

Located in New York, NY

Product details: Black bustier-style dress by D&G. Deep scoopneck.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Day Dresses

Black Dolce & Gabbana Satin Bustier Dress
Black Dolce & Gabbana Satin Bustier Dress

Black Dolce & Gabbana Satin Bustier Dress

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in New York, NY

Product details: Black satin bustier dress by Dolce & Gabbana. Sleeveless.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Day Dresses

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Black Bustier Dresses For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of black bustier dresses for sale on 1stDibs. Many people prefer Black black bustier dresses, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find Gray, Brown and more options on these pages. The ideal items for you are waiting among the distinctive accessories we have available, which include versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Black bustier dresses such as these have likely been a part of the legacy of many fashion designers, but those produced by Dolce & Gabbana, Azzedine Alaïa and Gianni Versace are consistently popular. There aren’t many items for unisex if you’re seeking these accessories, as most of the options available are for men and women.

How Much are Black Bustier Dresses?

The prices for black bustier dresses start at $135 and top out at $18,200 with these items, on average, selling for $1,275.

Finding the Right Evening Dresses And Gowns 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.

Questions About Black Bustier Dresses
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    Black tie dress code is a formal dress code typically reserved for special events that take place in the evening. For men, black tie usually requires a tuxedo and a black tie, though in some cases, a black suit may suffice. Women typically wear floor-length gowns, high heels and jewelry and carry clutch handbags. Find a selection of men's and women's formal apparel on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    The dress code for a black tie event is formal. For women, this typically means full-length gowns, clutch handbags and statement jewelry. Men's black tie attire is usually a tuxedo. As the name suggests, a black bow tie or necktie is the traditional accessory, but today, some men choose to wear ties in other solid colors or even prints. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of men's and women's formal apparel.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
    Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel made the little black dress famous. In 1926, Chanel introduced it, reclaiming a color that had once been largely reserved for mourning. When it debuted, Vogue magazine called the dress Chanel's Ford, considering that just as the Model T made automobile ownership attainable for the middle class, the little black dress made high fashion accessible for everyday women. Find a variety of Chanel dresses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
    For ladies, black tie dress code means that there is an expectation to dress formally. This typically involves wearing a full-length gown. Bold statement jewelry and pumps are also commonly worn to black-tie events. For handbags, women usually opt to carry small clutches with black tie attire. Explore a wide variety of gowns, shoes, bags and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    What makes the Chanel little black dress so special has everything to do with what the garment symbolized and the era in which it materialized. Legendary fashion designer Coco Chanel revolutionized women’s wear, introducing a more casual, less constricting look for the early 20th century, and debuting uncomplicated skirts and jackets made of a cloth-like fabric called jersey that was considerably unconventional in the world of couture fashion. She set the fashion world alight in 1926 with an elegant but versatile black dress, which was simple and spare compared to other Jazz Age garments (and quite bold, as black was reserved for mourning). Importantly, the dress was affordable during a time of great financial difficulty and aimed at the broadest possible market. Find vintage Chanel dresses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    Coco Chanel first made the little black dress popular in 1926. That year, Vogue magazine referred to the dress as Chanel’s Model T as a way to describe how the approachable design was something the average woman could wear, just as Ford’s Model T automobile made it possible for more everyday people to own a car. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Chanel dresses.

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