Vintage Bob Mackie S/S 1997 White Gown with White Beaded Bodice
By Bob Mackie
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elevate your bridal style with our Bob Mackie White Gown. This off-shoulder gown features a
Vintage Bob Mackie S/S 1997 White Gown with White Beaded Bodice
By Bob Mackie
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elevate your bridal style with our Bob Mackie White Gown. This off-shoulder gown features a
Bob Mackie 1970's White Long Sleeved Fully Beaded Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This exquisite Bob Mackie creation epitomizes 1970s glamour with its pristine white silhouette and
Iconic 1989 Bob Mackie White Embroidered Beaded Grapevine Design Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in Montgomery, TX
The same dress in gold color was worn by Sharon Stone in the 1995 film Casino. A white embroidered
Bob Mackie Vintage Embellished White, Silver & Nude Sparkling Evening Gown Sz 6
By Bob Mackie
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
Bob Mackie - An extraordinary evening gown crafted on an illusion mesh base and lavishly adorned
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
Bob Mackie Vintage Pearl & Sequin Embellished White & Yellow Mini Evening Dress
By Bob Mackie
Located in Montgomery, TX
An exquisite vintage Bob Mackie mini dress, showcasing the designer’s signature glamour and
Vintage Bob Mackie 1990s Size 6 Black, White and Blue Silk Fit n' Flare Dress
By Bob Mackie
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful early 1990s BOB MACKIE black, white and blue silk sequined and beaded fit n' flare short
1980's Bob Mackie Semi-Sheer White Embellished Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in North Hollywood, CA
1980's Bob Mackie semi-sheer white embellished long sleeve gown. Upper features heavily embellished
1980s Bob Mackie Sequined Nude Mesh and White Long Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in Houston, TX
Vintage Bob Mackie gown. This fantastic 1980s floor length evening gown is turquoise blue, white
1980's Vintage Bob Mackie White Gown with White Beaded Bodice
By Bob Mackie
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elevate your bridal style with our 1980's Bob Mackie White Gown. This off-shoulder gown features a
Bob Mackie Black & White Beaded Evening Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in Studio City, CA
Bob Mackie entirely bugle beaded black and white "cow pattern" evening gown with elongated side
Bob Mackie White Long Sleeve Gown, Beaded & Sequins
By Bob Mackie
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a lovely evening gown from Bob Mackie. It is white with white, green, teal and purple
Bob Mackie Spring 1989 White Beaded Mesh Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Step into timeless elegance with this exquisite Bob Mackie white mesh gown, designed to captivate
Bob Mackie Vintage 1980s White Flower Embellished Bridal Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in Jersey City, NJ
An extraordinary piece of vintage glamour by Bob Mackie, this off-white gown is a rare example of
Bob Mackie White Long Sleeve Gown, with waves of Purple and Blue Beads & Sequins
By Bob Mackie
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bob Mackie White Long Sleeve Gown, with waves of Purple and Blue Beads & Sequins. This is a lovely
1980S BOB MACKIE Beige & White Silk Chiffon Handbeaded Floor Length Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in New York, NY
1980S BOB MACKIE Beige & White Silk Chiffon Handbeaded Floor Length Gown
1980's Bob Mackie White Gown with Silver and Gold Beading
By Bob Mackie
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1980's White satin crepe, long sleeve, turtleneck Bob Mackie gown embellished with gold and silver
Bob Mackie
By Bob Mackie
Located in Austin, TX
Bob Mackie heavily beaded white gown. Condition: Very good, all beading intact.
Vintage Bob Mackie Black and White Beaded Flowers Asian Inspired Evening Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous vintage BOB MACKIE Asian inspired black and white beaded floral evening dress! Features a
Vintage Bob Mackie Navy Blue + White Color Blocked Avant Garde Dress
By Bob Mackie
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful, unique vintage Bob Mackie navy & white gown! Slight dolman sleeves. Wonderful lines make
Bob Mackie Vintage Cream Jumpsuit with Metallic Gold and White Beaded Waistband
By Bob Mackie
Located in Sparks, NV
Stunning vintage Bob Mackie jumpsuit that can be worn instead of a formal dress or evening gown
Incredible Vintage Bob Mackie Gold Black White Beaded Fringe Mini Dress
By Bob Mackie
Located in Boca Raton, FL
CFDA and Academy awarded designer Bob Mackie is nothing short of a legend of the fashion and
1980s Bob Mackie White Silk Crepe Cocktail Dress w Sheer Beaded Waist Panel
By Bob Mackie
Located in Gresham, OR
1980s Bob Mackie White Silk Crepe Cocktail Dress w Sheer Beaded Waist Panel: 1940s inspired
Bob Mackie Beaded and Sequined White Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous gown from Bob Mackie is made of white silk chiffon that is covered in beads and sequins in
1980's Bob Mackie Semi-Sheer White Embellished Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in North Hollywood, CA
1980's Bob Mackie semi-sheer white embellished gown. Upper features heavily embellished tan mesh
1970's Bob Mackie Ivory-White Beaded Silk-Chiffon Halter Illusion Gown & Jacket
By Bob Mackie
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Bob Mackie began his career as a Hollywood costuming sketch artist, working for both Edith Head and
Bob Mackie Black and White Beaded Maxi Column Dress, 1980s
By Bob Mackie
Located in Palm Beach, FL
American designer Bob Mackie is an acclaimed designer noted for his glamorous aesthetics and show
Bob Mackie Jersey Dress with Pink and White Crystal Embroidery
By Bob Mackie
Located in New York, NY
Bob Mackie black jersey dress with keyhole opening and pink and white crystal embroidery. Size 4/6
Vintage Bob Mackie White Embellished Mesh Maxi Length High Neck Gown SZ 6
By Bob Mackie
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Bob Mackie maxi-length high-neck gown in white. Features a mesh bust and sleeves, an
Vintage 1970's Bob Mackie Beaded Ivory Silk One-Shoulder Grecian Goddess Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Breathtaking Bob Mackie beaded ivory white silk goddess gown dating back to the mid 1970's. Bob
Black and red sequin see-through skirt VALENTINO NIGHT
By Valentino Night
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black and red sequin see-through skirt . Zip and hook&eye closure on the left side. Silk chiffon lining from the waist until the hips. SIZE M/L
John Galliano for Christian Dior Pink Silk Flower Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful blush pink silk dress with green and bright pink flowers by John Galliano for Christian Dior. It has ruched straps forming a front V, the skirt falls in gentle folds to ...
Vicky Tiel 1980s Silk Strapless High Low Bustier Dress
By Vicky Tiel
Located in Water Mill, NY
A great pink silk high low dress from Vicky Tiel. It has a drop waist horizontally ruched boned bustier bodice onto which is gathered a full skirt knee length in the front, ankle len...
Issey Miyake Open Sleeve Draped Top
By Issey Miyake
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous blue top, shirt from Issey Miyake. It overlapping at the front exposing the waist and buttons at the shoulder. The back is fuller and longer and the sleeves are open fro...
1990s Gemma Kahng Vintage Black + White Wool Tuxedo Blazer Jacket
By GEMMA KAHNG
Located in Sparks, NV
Gorgeous vintage 1990s black and off-white wool blazer jacket by Gemma Kahng with unique flower buttons. Fully lined with front button and hook closure. Front patch pockets. Structur...
Tom Ford For Gucci Dress with Cut outs
By Tom Ford, Gucci
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black fine stretch silk dress from Tom Ford for Gucci. It has 3/4 length sleeves, slits at the side hem and a fine strap crossing the upper chest and back. There is a ribb...
$2,295
Size: Small - Medium
Christian Dior John Galliano Fall 2001 Black White Novelty Domino Print Cami Top
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in San Diego, CA
Collectible CHRISTIAN DIOR by JOHN GALLIANO Fall 2001 runway vintage black and white novelty print playing cards and domino semi sheer mesh camisole top! Kris Jenner ( Mother of Kim ...
1980S BOB MACKIE Black Beaded Silk Chiffon Long Sleeve Gown With Fringe
By Bob Mackie
Located in New York, NY
1980S BOB MACKIE Black Beaded Silk Chiffon Long Sleeve Gown With Fringe
Louis Vuitton Sac Deauville 2002 LV Monogram Canvas Deauville Hand Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in PARIS, FR
Louis Vuitton Deauville model bag in monogram coated canvas, natural leather and gold metal, 1 large patch pocket on the front, beige coated canvas interior trimmed with natural leat...
$27,000
Size: FR36 - UK8 - US4
Christian Dior by John Galliano Black Evening Dress with Feathers, FW 2003
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
▪ Brand: Christian Dior ▪ Creative Director: John Galliano ▪ Collection: Fall-Winter 2003 ▪ Fabric: Viscose, Ostrich Feathers ▪ Size: FR36 - UK8 - US4 ▪ Made in: France ▪ Condition: ...
Chanel Waist 2000s Vintage Sport Unisex Navy Blue Cross Body Fanny Pack
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Rare 2000s Vintage Sport Unisex Waist Bag Fanny Pack Bum Belt Bag 2006 {VINTAGE 16 Years} Nylon Top Handle Raised logo badge Front buckles Exterior pouch pockets Exterior zip...
Ralph Lauren Black Watch Tartan Bow Trained Bustier
By Ralph Lauren Purple Label
Located in New York, NY
Ralph Lauren Black Watch Tartan Bow Trained Bustier from the Purple Label line. Hand ruched and draped wool on a boned, lined corset with side zipper entry. Attached in back is a mas...
Vintage 1920's Beaded Evening Bag 1920's Flapper Purse Blue and Red Beaded Bag
Located in Nashville, TN
This beautiful 1920's beaded bag, showcases the most intricate and beautiful beadwork. Rendered in a sparkling cobalt blue glass beaded background which contours a vibrant red flower...
Christian Dior by John Galliano S/S1998 In a Boudoir Mood Lace Ivory Jacket
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Jersey City, NJ
A rare and highly collectible piece from one of John Galliano’s most theatrical and influential seasons at the House of Dior. This jacket is from the iconic Spring/Summer 1998 “In a ...
Alexander McQueen New Cashmere "DANTE" A/W 1996 Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black cashmere blend mini dress with a dramatic stand up collar from Alexander McQueen. It is double breasted with a stand up lapel collar which frames the face beautifull...
See-through green silk chiffon coat ROCHAS
By Rochas
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
See-through green silk chiffon coat. Fabric button and buttonhole closure on the middle front and on the cuffs. Ruffles on the sleeve bottom edge. SIZE 36/38 (Fr) S/M
Vintage Bob Mackie dresses are a fashion favorite, and with good reason. The legendary Monterey, California–born fashion designer has accrued an enviable list of awards that speak to his unparalleled influence on costumes for screen and theatrical performances: Mackie has nine Emmy awards to his name, a Tony award, a CFDA Lifetime Achievement Award, three Academy Award nominations and more.
As a child, Bob Mackie was enamored of Portuguese-born Brazilian dancer and actress Carmen Miranda. The love of film shared by his sister and mother proved contagious for Mackie, and he marveled at the richness and beauty he found in ballet. He wasn’t interested in fashion so much as he was in entertainment and went on to, fortunately, find work in television during the 1960s, specifically in programming that seemed to encompass all of what he’d grown to love about the arts.
As a fashion sketch artist, Mackie collaborated with Hollywood’s greatest costume designers, working with the legendary Edith Head at Paramount Studios as soon as he’d finished school. From there, he secured work with French-born, Hollywood costume designer Jean Louis, sketching the iconic Louis dress worn by Marilyn Monroe when she sang “Happy Birthday, Mr. President” to John F. Kennedy in 1962.
Mackie would spend most of his career as a costume designer, creating iconic pieces like the Gone With the Wind parody costume (currently in the Smithsonian) for The Carol Burnett Show — where he worked for more than a decade — and campy, opulent dresses for The Cher Show on Broadway, for which he won the Tony award (he also designed bedazzled stage costumes for Sonny and Cher's 1976–77 run at Harrah’s Lake Tahoe). But he had a considerable influence on mainstream fashion as well.
The figure-hugging, feathered and fringed gowns and cocktail dresses Mackie created were worn by stars like Cher and Diana Ross on the red carpet and concert tours. Similar designs of his — dazzling evening dresses of black or vibrant red silk, some beaded with rhinestones or embellished with ostrich feathers or navy blue sequins — made their way into his mainstream fashion collection. His ready-to-wear line debuted in 1982.
Bob Mackie has always said that his clothing was “for the woman who is not afraid to be noticed,” and any woman in one of his signature dresses would definitely turn heads. There is sparkle and an element of grandeur in his garments, whether they were crafted for singer Elton John, a universally renowned fashion icon in his own right, or the woman next door, donning one of Mackie’s spectacular creations and feeling like a movie star herself.
Shop vintage Bob Mackie day dresses, suits and more on 1stDibs.
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.