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Evening Gown Blue Silver

Art Deco Silver and Blue Lame Wrap
Art Deco Silver and Blue Lame Wrap

Art Deco Silver and Blue Lame Wrap

Located in New York, NY

Art Deco Silver and Blue Lame Wrap Gown, originally destined for the boudoir, but, works

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1930s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Mollie Parnis Silver Sequin Ice Blue Knit Lame Jersey Dress, 1970s
Mollie Parnis Silver Sequin Ice Blue Knit Lame Jersey Dress, 1970s

Mollie Parnis Silver Sequin Ice Blue Knit Lame Jersey Dress, 1970s

By Mollie Parnis

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Crack open a 1970s - era Vogue or Harper’s and you’ll surely see a fashion spread featuring garments by American designer Mollie Parnis. A pantsuit version of this ensemble appears i...

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1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Safiyaa Blue & Silver Mesh Chainmail Dress Size M
Safiyaa Blue & Silver Mesh Chainmail Dress Size M

Safiyaa Blue & Silver Mesh Chainmail Dress Size M

Located in London, GB

missing on this used Safiyaa designer resale item. Details Multicolour- blue, silver Polyester

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21st Century and Contemporary British Evening Gowns

Blue silk asymmetrical cocktail dress with silver metal brooch Roberto Cavalli
Blue silk asymmetrical cocktail dress with silver metal brooch Roberto Cavalli

Blue silk asymmetrical cocktail dress with silver metal brooch Roberto Cavalli

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Blue silk asymmetrical cocktail dress with silver metal brooch. Drape. Zip and hook&eye on the left

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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Safiyaa Blue & Silver Mesh Chainmail Dress Size M
Safiyaa Blue & Silver Mesh Chainmail Dress Size M

Safiyaa Blue & Silver Mesh Chainmail Dress Size M

Located in London, GB

missing on this used Safiyaa designer resale item. Details Multicolour- blue, silver Polyester

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21st Century and Contemporary British Cocktail Dresses

1970s Silver Blue Metallic Jewel Waist Maxi Dress
1970s Silver Blue Metallic Jewel Waist Maxi Dress

1970s Silver Blue Metallic Jewel Waist Maxi Dress

$415Sale Price|40% Off

Size: 2-4 24" waist

1970s Silver Blue Metallic Jewel Waist Maxi Dress

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

1970s silver metallic blue organza jewel waist maxi dress. Beautiful shade of Tiffany blue with

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1970s American Cocktail Dresses

1930s Blue and Silver Metallic Crepe Bias Cut Dress
1930s Blue and Silver Metallic Crepe Bias Cut Dress

1930s Blue and Silver Metallic Crepe Bias Cut Dress

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Beautiful 30s Bias Cut Blue crepe gown in silver thread. Metal size zipper. Dress comes with belt

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1930s Unknown Cocktail Dresses

Herve Leger Light Blue & Silver Fit & Flare Carole Dress
Herve Leger Light Blue & Silver Fit & Flare Carole Dress

Herve Leger Light Blue & Silver Fit & Flare Carole Dress

By Herve Léger

Located in London, GB

Super sexy Herve Leger black bandage dress - bought for $995 and new with tags, including removable returns label to back. 
Made from Leger's signature super stretchy, thick 'cinch y...

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2010s Unknown Cocktail Dresses

Blue and silver lurex jacquard knit dress with hood Chanel
Blue and silver lurex jacquard knit dress with hood Chanel

Blue and silver lurex jacquard knit dress with hood Chanel

By Chanel

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Blue and silver lurex jacquard knit dress with hood SIZE 38 (M)

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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

1960s By Roter Navy Blue Pink and Silver Banded Dress
1960s By Roter Navy Blue Pink and Silver Banded Dress

1960s By Roter Navy Blue Pink and Silver Banded Dress

Located in London, GB

shocking pink colour combination alternating with silver lame and coordinating navy coloured bands. This

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1960s British Cocktail Dresses

Cocktail dress in navy blue jersey and silver PVC bra VJC Versace
Cocktail dress in navy blue jersey and silver PVC bra VJC Versace

Cocktail dress in navy blue jersey and silver PVC bra VJC Versace

By Versace

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Cocktail dress in navy blue jersey and silver PVC cut-work bra. Jersey : 100% rayon. Silver PVC

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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Asymmetrical cocktail dress in navy blue jersey and silver PVC bra Versace VJC
Asymmetrical cocktail dress in navy blue jersey and silver PVC bra Versace VJC

Asymmetrical cocktail dress in navy blue jersey and silver PVC bra Versace VJC

By Gianni Versace

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Asymmetrical cocktail dress in navy blue jersey and silver PVC bra. Jersey : 100% rayon. Silver PVC

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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Metallic Blue and Silver Brocade 1970s Maxi Dress Caftan, Evening Gown Kaftan
Metallic Blue and Silver Brocade 1970s Maxi Dress Caftan, Evening Gown Kaftan

Metallic Blue and Silver Brocade 1970s Maxi Dress Caftan, Evening Gown Kaftan

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Metallic blue and silver brocade dress kaftan with silver and blue trim. Handmade long maxi dress

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Late 20th Century Moroccan Moorish Textiles

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Victoria Royal Vintage Beaded Blue Evening Dress / Gown With Silver Beads
Victoria Royal Vintage Beaded Blue Evening Dress / Gown With Silver Beads

Victoria Royal Vintage Beaded Blue Evening Dress / Gown With Silver Beads

By Victoria Royal

Located in Portland, OR

This truly stunning vintage late 1960's Victoria Royal evening gown is in a beautiful shade of blue

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1960s Hong Kong Evening Dresses and Gowns

Black Beaded Long Gown w. Silver, Black, & Blue Glass Beadwork
Black Beaded Long Gown w. Silver, Black, & Blue Glass Beadwork

Black Beaded Long Gown w. Silver, Black, & Blue Glass Beadwork

Located in Oradell, NJ

This is an exquisite long black beaded, silk gown, fully lined, covered with glass beads of blue

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Late 20th Century Evening Gowns

1920's Teal Blue Flapper Dress with Silver Beadwork Designs
1920's Teal Blue Flapper Dress with Silver Beadwork Designs

1920's Teal Blue Flapper Dress with Silver Beadwork Designs

Located in Oradell, NJ

This is an unusal 1920's teal blue, silk chiffon, flapper dress with silver hand beading

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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Evening Dresses and Gowns

Blue and silver sequins and beads evening gown Jenny Packham
Blue and silver sequins and beads evening gown Jenny Packham

Blue and silver sequins and beads evening gown Jenny Packham

By Jenny Packham

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Blue and silver sequins and beads evening gown with silk lining. Size: 14 ( UK)

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Early 2000s Evening Gowns

Blue and silver sequins and beads evening gown Jenny Packham
Blue and silver sequins and beads evening gown Jenny Packham

Blue and silver sequins and beads evening gown Jenny Packham

By Jenny Packham

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Blue and silver sequins and beads evening gown with silk lining. Size: 14 ( UK)

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Early 2000s Evening Gowns

Silver sequin evening dress TOM FORD SS2023
Silver sequin evening dress TOM FORD SS2023

Silver sequin evening dress TOM FORD SS2023

By Tom Ford

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Silver sequin evening dress. Silk lining. Zip and hook&eye closure on the middle back. Hook&eye on

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2010s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

1970's Maggy Reeves Midnight Blue Gown with Silver Cage Belt
1970's Maggy Reeves Midnight Blue Gown with Silver Cage Belt

1970's Maggy Reeves Midnight Blue Gown with Silver Cage Belt

By MAGGY REEVES

Located in Toronto, Ontario

1970's Maggy Reeves tinsel applique velvet midnight blue gown. Custom demi couture gown hand made

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1970s Canadian Evening Gowns

1980s Hanae Mori Blue and Silver Silk Lame Gown w/Ruffle Bottom
1980s Hanae Mori Blue and Silver Silk Lame Gown w/Ruffle Bottom

1980s Hanae Mori Blue and Silver Silk Lame Gown w/Ruffle Bottom

By Hanae Mori

Located in Studio City, CA

Ethereal 1980s Hanae Mori powder blue and silver silk lame gown with a ruffle bottom. The dress is

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1980s Japanese Evening Dresses and Gowns

Blue & Silver Vintage Beaded Kaftan
Blue & Silver Vintage Beaded Kaftan

Blue & Silver Vintage Beaded Kaftan

Located in New York, NY

Product details: Vintage blue kaftan. Allover silver beading. Deep v-neck. Long sleeves

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Mid-20th Century Evening Dresses

1960s Blue Beaded Sheath Dress with silver and grey beads
1960s Blue Beaded Sheath Dress with silver and grey beads

1960s Blue Beaded Sheath Dress with silver and grey beads

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Timeless 1960s Blue silk Wiggle dress in silver beads and grey beads Size: Small or fit 0/2/4 Bust

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1960s American Cocktail Dresses

FW2016 Haute Couture Silver Green Silk FR36
FW2016 Haute Couture Silver Green Silk FR36

FW2016 Haute Couture Silver Green Silk FR36

By Alberta Ferretti

Located in PARIS, FR

silk and metallic threads in shades of green and silver, deep V neckline at the front and back, high

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2010s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

1920s Blue Beaded Silver Lamé Dress With Chinese Dragons
1920s Blue Beaded Silver Lamé Dress With Chinese Dragons

1920s Blue Beaded Silver Lamé Dress With Chinese Dragons

Located in New York, NY

rendered in a garden of exotic flora, details picked out and outlined with silver blue glass beads.

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1920s French Cocktail Dresses

JIL SANDER NAVY blue black silver flared cocktail skirt FR32 XS
JIL SANDER NAVY blue black silver flared cocktail skirt FR32 XS

JIL SANDER NAVY blue black silver flared cocktail skirt FR32 XS

By Jil Sander

Located in Hong Kong, NT

JIL SANDER NAVY blue black silver flared cocktail skirt FR32 XS Reference: LNKO/A01752 Brand: Jil

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2010s Cocktail Dresses

C'N'C by CoSTUME NATIONAL Size 6 Blue & Silver Sequin Black Bow Collar Dress
C'N'C by CoSTUME NATIONAL Size 6 Blue & Silver Sequin Black Bow Collar Dress

C'N'C by CoSTUME NATIONAL Size 6 Blue & Silver Sequin Black Bow Collar Dress

By Costume National

Located in San Francisco, CA

C'N'C by CoSTUME NATIONAL cocktail dress comes in muted blue and silver stripe sequin fabric with

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

1950s Emerald Green and Silver Brocade Evening Gown
1950s Emerald Green and Silver Brocade Evening Gown

1950s Emerald Green and Silver Brocade Evening Gown

Located in London, GB

This captivating 1950s evening gown with a structured bodice is unlabelled and its designer unknown

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1950s British Ball Gowns

1970's LORIS AZZARO icy silver blue jersey dress with ruching
1970's LORIS AZZARO icy silver blue jersey dress with ruching

1970's LORIS AZZARO icy silver blue jersey dress with ruching

By Loris Azzaro

Located in San Fransisco, CA

A glamorous Loris Azzaro evening gown, made of a fluid icy silver blue jersey. The design features

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1970s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Macy's Aqua Blue & Silver Lamé Caftan Dress, 1960's
Macy's Aqua Blue & Silver Lamé Caftan Dress, 1960's

Macy's Aqua Blue & Silver Lamé Caftan Dress, 1960's

By Macy's

Located in Atlanta, GA

Hostess with the Mostest! This 1960's ultra glam aqua blue and silver metallic threaded caftan

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1960s Hong Kong Caftans

Donald Brooks Navy Blue + Silver Studded Vintage Dress w/ Chain Belt
Donald Brooks Navy Blue + Silver Studded Vintage Dress w/ Chain Belt

Donald Brooks Navy Blue + Silver Studded Vintage Dress w/ Chain Belt

By Donald Brooks

Located in San Diego, CA

Incredible vintage Donald Brooks navy blue shirt dress, encrusted with hundreds of silver studs

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1970s American Cocktail Dresses

Bob Mackie Vintage Beaded + Sequin Fringe Silk Flapper Dress
Bob Mackie Vintage Beaded + Sequin Fringe Silk Flapper Dress

Bob Mackie Vintage Beaded + Sequin Fringe Silk Flapper Dress

By Bob Mackie

Located in Sparks, NV

Estimated Size: S-M Color: Saphire Blue / Silver Fabric: 100% Silk MEASUREMENTS: Bust: 37" Waist

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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

Mary Katrantzou Silver and Blue Metallic Drop Waist Jaspa Dress S
Mary Katrantzou Silver and Blue Metallic Drop Waist Jaspa Dress S

Mary Katrantzou Silver and Blue Metallic Drop Waist Jaspa Dress S

By Mary Katrantzou

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

To infuse a groovy style into your elegant evening looks, pick this dress from Mary Katrantzou. It

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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses and Gowns

1920's Cobalt Blue and Silver Beaded Flapper Dress
1920's Cobalt Blue and Silver Beaded Flapper Dress

1920's Cobalt Blue and Silver Beaded Flapper Dress

Located in Oradell, NJ

This is a stunning and elaborately hand-beaded cobalt blue and silver flapper dress on blue net in

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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Chemises

Mary Katrantzou Silver and Blue Metallic Drop Waist Jaspa Dress S
Mary Katrantzou Silver and Blue Metallic Drop Waist Jaspa Dress S

Mary Katrantzou Silver and Blue Metallic Drop Waist Jaspa Dress S

By Mary Katrantzou

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

To infuse a groovy style into your elegant evening looks, pick this dress from Mary Katrantzou. It

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2010s Day Dresses

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By Renato Balestra

Located in Water Mill, NY

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

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John Galliano Lace Cardigan and 2 Camisoles Set

John Galliano Lace Cardigan and 2 Camisoles Set

By John Galliano

Located in Water Mill, NY

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1990s French Cardigans

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Betty Carol 1950s Sculptural Dress

Betty Carol 1950s Sculptural Dress

By Mamselle, Betty Carol

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous dress from Betty Carol in light weight black wool and silk taffeta. It has a V neckline front and back with fabulous princess seaming creating a fitted silhouette through...

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1950s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

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Gorgeous Thierry Mugler FW 1993 Sculptural  Dress Velvet Evening Gown

Gorgeous Thierry Mugler FW 1993 Sculptural Dress Velvet Evening Gown

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Berlin, BE

This phenominal emerald green archival Thierry Mugler gown from the Fall/Winter 1993 Collcetion distills the iconic Designer's obsession with the female form into pure, controlled dr...

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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

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Mignon Paris Draped Silk Dress 1950s

Mignon Paris Draped Silk Dress 1950s

By Mignon

Located in Water Mill, NY

A stunning black silk dress from Mignon Paris. It is sleeveless with a draped portrait collar, fitted waist and a full skirt- a feat of draping and ruching. The dress has a back pai...

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1950s French Day Dresses

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Rare Chanel Vintage S/S 1989 Grecian Goddess Ivory Gold Pleated Gown

Rare Chanel Vintage S/S 1989 Grecian Goddess Ivory Gold Pleated Gown

By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in Jersey City, NJ

An ethereal and rare Chanel creation from the Spring/Summer 1989 collection, designed under Karl Lagerfeld’s direction. This gown embodies timeless elegance, drawing inspiration from...

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1980s French Wedding Dresses

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ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 1996 Brown Plunging Keyhole Neck Bodycon Midi Dress

ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 1996 Brown Plunging Keyhole Neck Bodycon Midi Dress

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Thiensville, WI

ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 1996 Brown Plunging Keyhole Neck Bodycon Midi Dress Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: Spring / Summer 1996 Designer: Alexander McQueen Sty...

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses

2000s Donatella Versace Green Pink ethereal mesh corset bustier cocktail dress
2000s Donatella Versace Green Pink ethereal mesh corset bustier cocktail dress

2000s Donatella Versace Green Pink ethereal mesh corset bustier cocktail dress

By Gianni Versace, Donatella Versace

Located in Sheffield, GB

2000's Donatella Versace Green & Pink ethereal mesh corset cocktail dress MADE IN ITALY. Spaghetti strap shoulders, fitted Body, Concealed zip up back, hand sewn sequin detaili...

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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

1990s Badgley Mischka Size 10 / 12 Gold Lace Sequins and Beads Vintage 90s Top
1990s Badgley Mischka Size 10 / 12 Gold Lace Sequins and Beads Vintage 90s Top

1990s Badgley Mischka Size 10 / 12 Gold Lace Sequins and Beads Vintage 90s Top

By BADGLEY MISHCKA, Badgley Mischka

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful late 1990s BADGLEY MISCHKA Couture gold lace beaded and sequined sleeveless top! Features high quality French lace. Hundreds of sequins and beads hand-sewn throughout. Hidd...

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1990s American Camisoles and Shell Tops

S/S 1999 Dolce & Gabbana Burgundy Red Wet-Look Strappy Runway Cocktail Dress
S/S 1999 Dolce & Gabbana Burgundy Red Wet-Look Strappy Runway Cocktail Dress

S/S 1999 Dolce & Gabbana Burgundy Red Wet-Look Strappy Runway Cocktail Dress

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Sheffield, GB

A Divine wet-look effect dress, crafted from a shiny, red satin material from Dolce & Gabbana’s Spring/ Summer 1999 Collection. Featuring square neck-line, fully adjustable shoul...

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

New Escada Leopard Cheetah Print Silk Tiered Sleeveless Tiered Empire Blouse 38
New Escada Leopard Cheetah Print Silk Tiered Sleeveless Tiered Empire Blouse 38

New Escada Leopard Cheetah Print Silk Tiered Sleeveless Tiered Empire Blouse 38

By Escada

Located in San Diego, CA

Chic new ESCADA leopard / cheetah print silk tiered pleated empire top! Three tiers, with accordian pleated silk. Beautiful leopard print in brown, beige, tan, light brown and black....

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1990s German Camisoles and Shell Tops

NWT Vintage Bob Mackie Size 8 Black and White Color Block Sleeveless Gown Dress
NWT Vintage Bob Mackie Size 8 Black and White Color Block Sleeveless Gown Dress

NWT Vintage Bob Mackie Size 8 Black and White Color Block Sleeveless Gown Dress

By Bob Mackie

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful and flattering brand new with original store tags vintage BOB MACKIE black and white color block Size 8 evening gown! Features blak crepe at bust, white crepe at waist, and...

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Late 20th Century American Evening 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

UNWORN Christian Dior by John Galliano Hourglass Silk Evening Gown Maxi Dress 42
UNWORN Christian Dior by John Galliano Hourglass Silk Evening Gown Maxi Dress 42

UNWORN Christian Dior by John Galliano Hourglass Silk Evening Gown Maxi Dress 42

By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior

Located in Switzerland, CH

An extremely luxurious and CHRISTIAN DIOR signature piece that will last you for years Gorgeous, couture-like piece hand-crafted by the seamstresses in Christian Dior's atelier in Pa...

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Early 2000s French Evening Gowns

F/W 1999 Miu Miu Copper Suede Leather Front Zip Corset IT44
F/W 1999 Miu Miu Copper Suede Leather Front Zip Corset IT44

F/W 1999 Miu Miu Copper Suede Leather Front Zip Corset IT44

By Miu Miu, Miuccia Prada

Located in Berlin, DE

Presenting a F/W 1999 Miu Miu suede leather nylon lined front zip corset with the collection's signature butterfly ribbon. With the new millennium dawning Miuccia Prada continued to ...

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1990s Italian Corsages

HERMES Fauve brown Barenia leather 2011 Blazer Jacket 38 S
HERMES Fauve brown Barenia leather 2011 Blazer Jacket 38 S

HERMES Fauve brown Barenia leather 2011 Blazer Jacket 38 S

By Hermès

Located in Zürich, CH

This 100% authentic Hermès by Jean Paul Gaultier jacket is crafted in rich Fauve (cognac brown) Barenia calfskin leather with signature contrasting white saddle stitching. Designed i...

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2010s Italian Jackets

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Evening Gown Blue Silver For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the vintage or contemporary piece of evening gown blue silver you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Many people prefer gray, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find purple, blue and more options on these pages. If you’re looking for an item from our selection of evening gown blue silver 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 Mollie Parnis, Chanel and Christian Dior are often thought to be among the most stylish. Finding a choice in our collection of evening gown blue silver for sale for women should be easy, but there are 1 pieces available to browse for men as well.

How Much is a Evening Gown Blue Silver?

The price for a piece of evening gown blue silver starts at $225 and tops out at $2,895, and on average, selling for $995.

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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