Vintage Red Silk Evening Gown
Located in London, GB
A stunning vintage silk evening gown in a vibrant shade of red. The dress has frill cap sleaves, a drop waist and a central back zip.
Vintage Red Silk Evening Gown
Located in London, GB
A stunning vintage silk evening gown in a vibrant shade of red. The dress has frill cap sleaves, a drop waist and a central back zip.
Halston Purple Silk Single Shoulder Silk Evening Gown 1970's
By Halston
Located in Studio City, CA
1970's Halston purple silk evening gown with a single shoulder strap and wrap skirt featuring a draped waist tie.
Ungaro archival embroidery and silk evening gown
By Emanuel Ungaro
Located in PARIS, FR
Rare Archival Ungaro evening gown, amazing details embroidery, shorter on the front longer on the back, silk, no more tag of the brand and the size it can fit large size (US 6/8/10)
Arnold Scaasi Vintage Colorful Metallic Lamé Silk Evening Gown Dress, 1980s
By Arnold Scaasi, Scaasi Boutique
Located in Sparks, NV
Incredible vintage metallic lame dress by Arnold Scaasi with a high low hemline and open back with chain detail. Petal shaped flap sleeves and tropical-inspired floral printed colorf...
A Vintage 1970s grey printed silk evening gown by Gina Fratini
By Gina Fratini
Located in London, GB
A stunning silk gown by Gina Fratini. The dress is made of silk in a black, grey and white print, with two layers of lining, one in organza and the other in lining fabric. The dres...
Louis Feraud Vintage 1990s Pink Silk Evening Gown Draped Back Size 10
By Louis Feraud, Louis Feraud Paris
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
An effortlessly elegant piece that captures the refined minimalism of the era, this gown is beautifully crafted from fluid pink silk and designed with a striking draped back for adde...
Giorgio Armani Brown Silk Strapless Evening Gown w/Asymmetric Open Sides
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Studio City, CA
Giorgio Armani strapless brown double ply silk evening gown featuring front and back skirt panels that are open at the sides.
Elizabeth Arden 1960s Silk Sequined Paisley Evening Gown
By Elizabeth Arden
Located in Kingston, NY
Late 1960s Elizabeth Arden silk evening gown in a richly saturated paisley print of coral, saffron, olive, and rose tones, accented with scattered hand-applied sequins that shimmer s...
Vintage Belville Sassoon Yellow Silk Gown
By BELVILLE SASSON
Located in London, GB
Ahead turning vintage silk evening gown by Belville Sassoon. The gown is in a wonderful silk , in a lovely yellow shade.
Zandra Rhodes Scarlet Silk Printed BoHo Gown with Beadwork Embellishment
By Dame Zandra Rhodes
Located in Gresham, OR
A fantastic scarlet red 1980s Zandra Rhodes (no label) drop-waist, 1920s-inspired silk evening gown with Zandra's signature "embroidery" and peacock feather print with beading and rh...
Gorgeous 1970s Pauline Trigere Vintage Metallic Gold Lamé Paisley Silk Dress
By Pauline Trigère
Located in Sparks, NV
Gorgeous vintage 1970s gold lamé paisley silk evening gown by Pauline Trigere. Versatile zip up front allows you to be either daring or discreet.
NWT 1990s Thomas Steinbruck Size 12 Black Gray Ombre Silk Vintage 90s Gown Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning brand new with original Bergdorf Goodman store tags still attached 1990s THOMAS STEINBRUCK black and grey silk evening gown! This rare find is so flattering on.
Amazing Vintage Jean Louis Couture Black and White Strapless Bow Gown
By Jean Louis
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning vintage JEAN LOUIS COUTURE black and white strapless silk evening gown! Features black bows along the front and back top bodice.
Bob Mackie 1980s One Shoulder Beaded Gown With Sequin Lining
By Bob Mackie
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This stunning black silk evening gown by renowned designer Bob Mackie is a one-of-a-kind piece, purchased at Amen Wardy in Newport in 1987/88.
James Galanos Vintage 1990s Black Silk Starfish Print Slip Gown 90s Maxi Dress
By James Galanos, Galanos
Located in San Diego, CA
Vintage James Galanos, 1990s Galanos, James Galanos gown, James Galanos dress, vintage silk gown, black silk slip dress, silk evening gown, minimalist evening dress, old Hollywood gl...
Vintage Bellville Sassoon Silk Velvet Evening Gown
By Bellville Sassoon
Located in London, GB
A great vintage gown by Bellville Sassoon. In a silk velvet paisley like print, the colours include, purple, green, red and black. The dress has a v neckline, black trim at waist le...
Oscar de la Renta Silk Jacquard Evening Gown
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Oscar de la Renta 2 piece Silk Jacquard Evening Gown in vibrant red crepe de chine.
Gorgeous 1970s Hand-Beaded Silk Evening Dress Bohemian Gown
Located in Berlin, BE
Gorgeous 1970s gown in the spirit of the 1920s, cut in breathtaking pure silk and entirely hand-embellished. The construction is deceptively simple: a loose, drop-waisted silhouette ...
Vintage Odiccini Couture Silk, Sequi and Beaded Evening Gown
By ANDREA ODICINI COUTURE
Located in London, GB
A stunning evening gown by Odiccini Couture. The gown has elbow length sleaves with sequin and bead detail , and a fully lined tiered silk skirt.
Givenchy Haute Couture Gown 1995 Spectacular Silk Evening Dress
By Givenchy
Located in Berlin, BE
GIVENCHY HAUTE COUTURE 1995 gown, numbered archival piece This breathtaking evening gown is a testament to timeless elegance infused with modern sensibility.
$5,840Sale Price|20% Off
Museum quality Chanel black silk taffeta one shoulder evening gown
By Chanel
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Vintage Chanel black silk taffeta one shoulder evening gown from circa late 80s collection
Spectacular Thierry Mugler FW 1993 Silk Siren Dress Evening Gown
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
From the moment it glided down the runway, this look distilled the sensual precision that defines Thierry Mugler’s early-’90s mastery: a vision of sculpted femininity rendered in liq...
1970's Stavropoulos Bias Cut Silk Chiffon Floral Evening Gown
By George Stavropoulos
Located in Studio City, CA
1970's Stavropoulos bias cut white silk chiffon evening gown with floral pattern in yellow, pink, purple, orange and green.
Loris Azzaro Vintage Purple + Green Silk Taffeta Evening Gown or Dress
By Loris Azzaro, Giorgio Beverly Hills
Located in Sparks, NV
Beautiful vintage evening gown by Loris Azzaro in a deep purple silk taffeta fabric with a green silk taffeta empire waist detail.
Lillie Rubin Vintage Black Tiered Silk Chiffon Strapless Evening Gown
By Lillie Rubin
Located in Sparks, NV
This strapless tiered silk gown by Lillie Rubin comes with a matching wrap. Ruched structured bodice. Rear zip closure. Details: Fully Lined Back Zip and Hook Closure Marked Size: 4...
Geoffrey Beene 1990s Textured Silk Apricot Beige Strapless Evening Gown
By Geoffrey Beene
Located in San Francisco, CA
Geoffrey Beene textured silk strapless empire waist long evening dress. Amazing warm apricot color, and beautiful texturing of the silk. Back center slit. Built in boned structuring ...
James Galanos Vintage Black Silk Velvet Evening Gown Circa 1970s-80s
By Galanos, James Galanos
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Elegant and understated, this vintage Galanos black velvet evening gown dates to the late 1970s to early 1980s, an era synonymous with the designer’s refined, architectural approach ...
Burke Amey Evening Gown Silk Brocade Tapestry Floral Fantasy Vintage 70s
By Ronald Amey
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Fully lined in golden silk, the gown fastens in back with a zipper and hook/eye closures.
RICHARD TYLER COUTURE 1995 Vintage Runway Black Silk Beaded Evening Gown
By Richard Tyler Couture
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Richard Tyler Couture Vintage Runway SS95 Jet black liquid silk Sexy gathered/darted deep v neck Black beaded X cross straps in the back Trumpet style bottom Invisible side zip Size ...
Emanuel Ungaro 1980s Purple Silk Jacquard Asymmetrical Evening Gown
By Emanuel Ungaro
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1980s Ungaro silk jacquard purple asymmetrical neckline evening gown with side brooch .
Vintage Lorcan Mullany for Bellville Sasson Silk Evening /Red Carpet Gown
By Lorcan Mullany
Located in London, GB
A headturning vintage gown by Lorcan Mullany for Bellvill Sassoon. In a pretty steel grey silk, the dress has a rouched front with diamante detail, a built in bra/bodice - that coul...
LORIS AZZARO PARIS Champagne Silk Beaded Lace Evening Gown, circa 1983–1986
By Loris Azzaro, Loris Azzaro Paris
Located in London, GB
A spectacular example of Loris Azzaro’s early Parisian evening wear, this gown pairs an exquisitely embellished beaded lace bodice with a dramatically tiered champagne silk satin ski...
$1,196Sale Price|25% Off
Travilla Vintage Black Sequin Avant Garde Cutout Silk Satin Evening Gown
By Travilla
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous vintage TRAVILLA black gown! Features an all-over sequined bodice, with avant Garde cut-outs, trimmed in black satin at the bust. Looks like a strapless dress with gloves. M...
Silk Vintage Evening Dress / Gown with Rhinestone and Beaded Sleeves, 1960s
Located in Sparks, NV
Absolutely stunning vintage 1960s citrus yellow silk chiffon evening dress with rhinestone embellished and beaded sleeves. Partially lined with rear metal zip, hook and button closur...
Scaaai 1990s Boutique Black Silk Brocade & Black Guipure Lace Evening Gown 10
By Arnold Scaasi
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Scassi Boutique 1990s black silk brocade and black Guipure evening gown. From the 1990s, this gorgeous gown has a very romantic look.
90's Vintage Couture Silk Hand Embroidered Beaded Cowl Back Evening Gown
By Eavis & Brown
Located in Leonardo, NJ
perfect for bride, bridal, wedding Les Habitudes / Eavis & Brown Couture created, entirely hand-made in a London atelier This is a 1:1 1990's Vintage Beige color with delicate f...
Andre Laug Numbered Couture Vintage Ombre Silk Polka Dots Evening Gown/ Dress
By André Laug
Located in Sparks, NV
Stunning vintage couture maxi dress by Andre Laug with handwritten details on the inside of the dress. This piece is numbered and was likely a custom couture piece for a client. Hand...
1990s Angel Sanchez Navy Blue Silk Vintage 90s Strapless Evening Gown Dress
By Angel Sanchez
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning late 1990s ANGEL SANCHEZ Couture navy blue silk strapless mermaid evening gown ! The perfect alternative to black, this shade of navy blue in particular is quite striking.
Vintage Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Black Silk Chiffon Evening Gown No.173.195
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Studio City, CA
Vintage Pierre Balmain haute couture No. 173.195 black silk chiffon halter neck evening gown with ties at the back neck, a high-low ruffled hemline, an interior silk bustier w/boning...
Vintage Nina Ricci Couture 1980s Avant Garde Polka Dot Silk Taffeta Evening Gown
By Nina Ricci
Located in San Diego, CA
Sensational vintage 1980s NINA RICCI Couture for NEIMAN MARCUS polka dot Avant Garde silk taffeta sleeveless evening gown! Features a black and white polka dot body, with lipstick re...
Vintage Oleg Cassini 1990s Lipstick Red Beaded Silk Chiffon 90s Evening Gown
By Oleg Cassini
Located in San Diego, CA
Sensational vintage early 90s OLEG CASSINI lipstick red silk chiffon fully beaded evening gown / dress !
Beautiful Vintage Bill Blass Couture Silk Taffeta Lace Long Sleeve Evening Gown
By Bill Blass, Attributed to Bill Blass
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage BILL BLASS couture black silk taffeta and lace evening gown! Features luxurious black silk taffeta, with black French lace details throughout.
Vintage Saks 5th Avenue Red Silk Chiffon One Shoulder Evening Gown 1970s Small
By Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage Saks 5th Avenue, red silk chiffon, one shoulder evening gown from the 1970s.
Halston 1970s Black Silk Bias Iconic Bishop Sleeve Vintage Evening Gown Dress
By Halston, Roy Halston Frowick
Located in San Diego, CA
Iconic beautiful 1970s vintage Halston black bias cut gown ! Features an asymmetrical neckline in the front and bac. Simply slips over the head. Buttons at each bishop sleeve cuff. T...
Bob Mackie 1970s Lipstick Red Silk Moire 70s Vintage Strapless Evening Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning late 1970s BOB MACKIE for NEIMAN MARCUS lipstick red silk moire strapless evening dress! Perfectly tailored corset bodice, and full free skirt are extremely flattering, and ...
Nina Ricci Black Silk Hand Painted Floral Evening Gown with Deep V Back
By Nina Ricci
Located in Kingston, NY
A striking Nina Ricci evening gown featuring an expressive hand-painted style floral motif in vivid pink and green set against a dramatic black ground. The silhouette is sculpted thr...
Vintage White Silk Gown
Located in London, GB
A stunning vintage white raw silk coat /gown. The dress has a stand up collar , button front opening , short sleaves and pleat detail. It is unlined. Measurements: Bust up to 39'',...
Vintage 80s Bob Mackie Boutique Green Blue Fully Beaded Silk Evening Dress Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in Montgomery, TX
Vintage 80's Bob Mackie Boutique Green Blue Fully Beaded Silk Evening Dress Gown Designer size 8 ( modern size will be smaller - pls. check measurements).
Vintage 1940's Ivory Crepe Silk & Rhinestone Evening Gown US 4 UK 8
Located in Nashville, TN
A beauty to behold. This original 1940's ivory crepe silk gown, embellished with silver glass claw set rhinestones, is the perfect piece for that special occasion. The elegant squ...
Bob Bugnand 1960s Large Navy Blue Silk Chiffon Tiered 60s Vintage Evening Gown
By Bob Bugnand for Sam Friedlander, Bob Bugnand
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic late 1960s BOB BUGNARD COUTURE navy blue silk chiffon accordian pleated tiered full length evening gown / maxi dress!
PAMELA DENNIS COUTURE 1998 Vintage Silk Gold Evening Gown Maxi Dress w. Train
By PAMELA DENNIS COUTURE
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Pamela Dennis Couture 1998 Vintage As seen in American Vogue Yellow Gold tapestry print 100% thick silk Removable long oversized dramatic train Back zip Size USA 6 Excellent Conditio...
Fabrice New York Vintage Evening Gown Spectacular Crystal Beads Grey Silk Sz L
By Fabrice New York Couture
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Fabrice was a legend in American Fashion. He was worn by every celebrity you can think of during his time as a designer. This is the 1st Fabrice piece of clothing we have ever sold. ...
Vintage Richilene Size 12 / 14 Silk Chiffon Cut Velvet Long Sleeve Evening Gown
By Richilene
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage larger size RICHILENE long sleeve silk chiffon / cut velvet evening gown! Richilene was a very high end label in the 70s / 80s, and were known for impeccable constr...
Vintage Vicky Tiel Couture Navy Blue Strapless Silk and Mesh Gown Evening Dress
By Vicky Tiel
Located in San Diego, CA
Great all year round, and perfect for any day or evening event. Great with sandals or wedges for day, and heels for evening.
1990s Bill Blass Vintage French Dove Gray Off Shoulder Silk Jersey Evening Gown
By Bill Blass
Located in San Diego, CA
Soft silk jersey flatters the body, and hugs the curves perfectly!
DANES 2000's Vintage True Nude Blush Liquid Silk Chiffon Evening Gown Maxi Dress
Located in Leonardo, NJ
The Danes / Robert Danes 00's or 90's Vintage 100% silk Nude blush toned Pullover Has layers, but no slit Size US 8 but fits smaller Great vintage condition, has some abrasions to th...
Embroidered Pink and Gold Silk Evening 3 Pieces Gown Vest and Skirt and Shawl
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Magnificent 1980s vintage embroidered in gold on pink silk taffeta evening 3 pieces gown, vest, skirt and matching shawl.
Hollys Harp 1970's Gold Silk Evening Gown
By Hollys Harp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hollys Harp 1970's Gold Silk Evening Gown Size label: S Measurements taken flat: Shoulders: 24.5" Armpit to armpit: 17.5" Bust: 17.5" Waist: 13" Hips: 20" Length - Front: 45.5" ...
1960s Bill Tice for Malcolm Starr Sheer Beaded Silk Evening Gown
By Malcolm Starr, Bill Tice
Located in Yucca Valley, CA
Beautiful vintage 1960s midnight blue sheer silk evening gown by Bill Tice for Malcolm Starr.
1970's NINA RICCI PARIS Haute pink silk evening gown
By Gerard Pipart
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Excellent condition, 1970's, NINA RICCI PARIS, Haute pink silk evening gown. This fabulous evening gown features luminous, silk jacquard fabrication in a beautiful, 'shocking pink...
1980s Bob Mackie Silk Evening Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in Houston, TX
Amazing 1980s column silhouette spaghetti strap evening dress by Bob Mackie! The dress features a black and white geometric design on a solid silk, with a layer of sheer black fabric...
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Couture Madame Grés Silk Evening Gown & Cape
By Madame Gres
Located in Dallas, TX
Stunning and VERY rare is this c.1970 couture evening gown in a dark forest green silk taffeta.
1980's Valentino Flamenco-Inspired Red Silk Evening Gown
By Valentino
Located in London, Chelsea
Vintage Valentino Red Evening Gown. This gorgeous dress by Valentino dates back from the 1980’s.
80s Gucci Black Silk Evening Gown w/Beaded Waist Detail
By Gucci
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1980s dramatic and sexy evening gown by Gucci. With strong shoulders and deep cut neckline.
1980's PAUL-LOUIS ORRIER Embellished silk evening gown dress
By Paul-Louis Orrier
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Excellent condition, 1980's, PAUL-LOUIS ORRIER, embellished, silk velvet evening gown. This extraordinary evening gown is made of ultra-soft, black, silk, velvet with hand-beading...
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Size: Please refer to measurements
1985 Givenchy Haute Couture Silk Evening Gown With Embroidered Overlayer
By Givenchy
Located in London, Chelsea
Vintage Givenchy Haute Couture Off-White Evening Gown. This stunning gown by Givenchy was crafted in 1985.
1960 Italian Tailor Made Beads and Rhinestone Silk Evening Gown
Located in Bologna, Emilia Romagna
This beautiful handmade tailored gown was especially made for the actress Silvana Pampanini by the Italian Sartoria Mingolini Gugenheim (piazza di Spagna, Rome). The gown is in very ...
Valentino Boutique Black Beaded Silk Chiffon Evening Gown Size US 6
By Valentino
Located in New York, NY
Luxurious Valentino Boutique black silk evening gown with tiered ruffles, sweeping hemline and hand beaded and embroidered bodice.
Royal Blue Silk Satin Evening Gown
Located in Topanga, CA
Stunning blue silk satin empire strapless gown with tulip bust. The back has two piece folded train. The dress is fully lined with boning at the ribcage.
Gianfranco Ferre Silk Velvet Evening Gown 1990s
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Athens, Agia Paraskevi
One Of A Kind Gianfranco Ferre Silk Velvet Evening Gown 1990's
Gianfranco Ferre Silk Chiffon Evening Gown 1990's
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Athens, Agia Paraskevi
Gianfranco Ferre Blue Silk Chiffon Evening Gown 1990's
Gianfranco Ferre Silk Velvet Panel Evening Gown, 1989
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Athens, Agia Paraskevi
Museum Quality Gianfranco Ferre Silk Velvet Panel Evening Gown 1989
Sleek & Sultry Silk, Champagne-Colored Beaded Evening Gown
Located in Oradell, NJ
Offered for sale is this sleek and sultry silk, champagne-colored, one-shoulder, beaded evening gown with a side zipper for closure.
French Tiered Silk + Beaded Soutache Lace Evening Gown
Located in Yucca Valley, CA
Just reduced from $895 to $495 Truly spectacular very circa 1980 evening gown. Truly a spectacular, one-of-a-kind French hand tailored find!
1960's Pale Yellow & Orange Silk Chiffon Evening Gown
Located in Oradell, NJ
Offered for sale is this bright and lovely pale yellow and orange silk chiffon evening gown with an orange satin bow encircling its slightly empire waist line.
Rare Angelo Tarlazzi Sheer Silk Panelled Evening Gown 1990's
By Angelo Tarlazzi
Located in Athens, Agia Paraskevi
Rare Angelo Tarlazzi Sheer Silk Panelled Evening Gown 1990's
Exclusive Loris Azzaro Sheer Silk Net Hand Embroidered Evening Gown
By Loris Azzaro
Located in Athens, Agia Paraskevi
Exclusive Loris Azzaro Sheer Silk Net Hand Beaded and Embroidered Evening Gown
1960s Isabell Gerhart Cream and Turquoise Silk Beaded Evening Gown
By Isabell Gerhart
Located in Houston, TX
1960s evening gown from historic Houston boutique Isabell Gerhart.
Nina Ricci silk taffeta evening gown with floral print, 1980s
By Nina Ricci
Located in Paris, FR
NINA RICCI (Made in France) Beautiful long sleeve evening gown composed of silk taffeta. The black close-fitting top features a wide large boat-neck that can be positioned in differe...
Badgley Mischka Beaded Black Silk Lace Evening Gown Size US 10
By Badgley Mischka
Located in New York, NY
Badgley Mischka glamorous black silk lace evening gown, size US 10. Gown features hand beaded and embroidered lace with glass jet beading, and neckline with glass jet beads along cu...
1960s Helen Rose Silk Pink Beaded Evening Gown
By Helen Rose
Located in Houston, TX
1960s silk chiffon gathered and layered evening gown with beaded floral motif by MGM designer - Helen Rose whose creations are coveted by many and collectible by few.
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Richilene Vintage Dress Beaded Green Evening Gown w Silk Beaded Shawl Wrap
By Richilene
Located in Portland, OR
This rich, deep green vintage Richilene evening gown is covered in finely embroidered beads and sparkling sequins and it comes with a matching silk beaded shawl or wrap.
1990s Bill Blass Vintage Salmon Pink Dress Silk Draped Sleeveless Evening Gown
By Bill Blass
Located in Portland, OR
This is such an elegant vintage 1990's Bill Blass salmon pink silk column evening dress. Bill Blass dressed some of the most sophisticated, high profile women in the world and his at...
1990's Yves St. Laurent Rive Gauche Black Silk Gazar Evening Gown
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Francisco, CA
The feel of Audrey Hepburn's iconic style is inherent in this elegant, black silk bazar evening gown. It is symbolic of the effortless style of Miss Hepburn which remains classic and...
Stop Sénès Couture Silk Crepe Evening Gown with Beaded Bodice
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A stunning 1930s-inspired evening gown from Stop Sénès. This couture gown is done in raspberry red silk, is bias cut, and has a stunning drop-cutout covered with rhinestone and glass...
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.
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The classic tweed garment has been a wardrobe staple of chic women around the world since the 1950s.
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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.