Geoffrey Beene Brocade Dress
By Geoffrey Beene
Located in New York, NY
Geoffrey Beene, copper tone, Matelasse , brocade dress having a jeweled neckline, fitted bodice and long sleeves..Dress has has a lovely floral Asian inspired pattern.
Geoffrey Beene Brocade Dress
By Geoffrey Beene
Located in New York, NY
Geoffrey Beene, copper tone, Matelasse , brocade dress having a jeweled neckline, fitted bodice and long sleeves..Dress has has a lovely floral Asian inspired pattern.
Michael Kors Gold Brocade Dress
By Michael Kors
Located in Montgomery, TX
Michael Kors Dress With a luxe gold lame weave and a classic cut, Michael Kors's brocade dress is perfect for cocktail hour.
Red and gold brocade dress with flower pattern 1930
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Red and gold brocade dress with flower pattern
1990's MOSCHINO CHEAP and CHIC brocade dress
By Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Black brocade dress with green satin floral detail by Moschino cheap and chic dating to the 1990's.
Carolina Herrera Gold and Purple Brocade Dress
By Carolina Herrera
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Carolina Herrera Gold and Purple Brocade Dress - 4 This exotic looking dress is in excellent condition.
1970s Pauline Trigère Gold Metallic Brocade Dress Jacket Set
By Pauline Trigère
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage Pauline Trigere circa 1971 gold,orange and grey metallic sleeveless silk brocade dress with cropped jacket. Dress is fully lined.
2000S KARL LAGERFELD FENDI White Cotton Blend Brocade Dress With Deconstructed
Located in New York, NY
2000S KARL LAGERFELD CHLOE White Cotton Blend Brocade Dress With Deconstructed Hem
1970s Cardinali Silk Brocade Dress by Marilyn Lewis, Size 2/4
By Marilyn Lewis, Cardinali
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Beautiful 1970 Cardinali silk brocade dress. 3/4 sleeve. Bust: 32"/ Waist: 30"/ Hip:34" / length: 52" Fit petite size 2/4 Dress lined in silk
$210Sale Price|25% Off
MARNI bronze grey embellished collar checked brocade dress IT36 XXS
By Marni
Located in Hong Kong, NT
MARNI bronze grey embellished collar checked brocade dress IT36 XXS Reference: TGAS/F00247 Brand: Marni Material: Wool, Blend Color: Bronze, Grey Pattern: Embellishments Closure: Zip...
Frank Usher Turquoise Brocade Dress Late 1960s
By Frank Usher
Located in London, GB
Frank Usher Turquoise Brocade dress in a stylised psychedelic swirl pattern.
1960's Cristóbal Balenciaga haute couture black brocade dress and jacket
By Balenciaga
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare jet black floral brocade dress and matching jacket from Cristobal Balenciaga dating to the early 1960's.
Valentino Leopard Brocade Dress, Size 44
By Valentino
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
- Crew neck line - Long sleeves with ruffled cuffs - Mini length - Metallic detail - Gathered waist - Concealed rear zip closure with the hook - Side pockets - Made in Italy
$195Sale Price|35% Off
TORY BURCH 2016 Runway green pink metallic silk floral lace brocade dress US2 S
By Tory Burch
Located in Hong Kong, NT
TORY BURCH 2016 Runway green pink metallic silk floral lace brocade dress US2 S Reference: CELG/A00369 Brand: Tory Burch Collection: Spring 2016 - Runway Material: Silk, Blend Color:...
1960s Green Floral Metallic Brocade Dress
Located in London, GB
This elegant vintage 1960s metallic evening dress is of high-end, British manufactured quality although unlabelled.
$340Sale Price|20% Off
1960s Mod Brocade Dress, Don Sophisticates
By Don Sophisticates
Located in Alford, MA
Don Sophisticates shift-style dress in silver and peach geometric brocade featuring a front zipper with rhinestone-ball pull up to its mock turtleneck, short sleeves, and small patch...
1950s Hardy Amies Orange Paisley Brocade Dress
By Hardy Amies
Located in London, GB
This mid 1950s Hardy Amies demi-couture occasion dress is made from a sumptuous material in a deep orange paisley brocade with pink and golds accents.
Vintage 1960s Pink and Gold Brocade Dress
Located in London, GB
A chic cocktail dress from the 1960s. The dress is in a pink and gold fabric, and is fully lined with a central back zip. It has a round neck, and decorative buttons at the front. ...
1950s Jacques Heim Demi Couture Gold Brocade Dress
By Jaques Heim
Located in London, GB
The gold floral brocade fabric of the dress glitters pleasingly where it catches the light and is sparkly but not overstated.
1960s Multi Color Metallic Silk Brocade Dress with Embellishment
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Dress has empire style waist with belt that attached and hang with beads. scoop neckline.
1960s French Couture Floral Gold Brocade Dress Ensemble
Located in London, GB
This early 1960s two-piece French couture ensemble is composed of a strappy gold dress and a sleeveless top which sits over it. Tailored from glistening brocade; a soft blush pink fa...
Geoffrey Beene Colorful Brocade Dress C. 1960's
By Geoffrey Beene
Located in New York, NY
Geoffrey Beene, orange brocade,patterned dress with gold lame thread detail.
DOLCE & GABBANA black cotton BEADED FLORAL BROCADE Dress 42 M
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Dolce & Gabbana dress in black floral jacquard in cotton (50%), plastic (20%), silk (20%) and glass (10%). This luxury Dolce & Gabbana dress is richly embellished with...
1970s Indian Silk Blue and Gold Brocade Dress with Trim
Located in London, GB
It is crafted from the finest Indian woven silk brocade, patterned with elephants, peacocks, tigers and antelope.
ANDREW ARKON 1960's Yellow Brocade Dress Ensemble Size 4
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Andrew Arkon ensemble is composed of a yellow (mustard hue) brocade with yellow acrylic buttons with rhinestones.
2014 Michael Van Der Ham Runway Documented Pale Peach Brocade Dress
Located in London, GB
There is a cropped top that sits over the rest of the dress. The waist of the dress is cinched and embellished with flowers and leaves formed from rhinestones, glass and silver-toned...
Alexander McQueen 2011 Brocade Dress in Magenta Pink, Black & Gold Floral Print
By Alexander McQueen
Located in San Francisco, CA
Alexander Mcqueen deep pink dress with a stunning gold and black Oriental inspired floral weave throughout, circa 2011. Fitted pencil style, sleeveless. Back zip and hook and eye wit...
1954 Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Silk Brocade Dress and Jacket Suit
By Pierre Balmain
Located in London, GB
This 1950s silk brocade two piece couture dress set has a stunning paisley pattern in pink and gold threads.
Vintage 1950's Aqua Floral Silk Brocade Dress and Coat Ensemble UK 8 US 4
By Mardi Gras
Located in Nashville, TN
Rendered in the most mesmerising shantung silk brocade, in shades of iridescent green and aqua blue, this original 1950's floral brocade dress and coat ensemble, is just the set to a...
Silver Metallic 1960's Brocade Dress and Coat Ensemble Size 10
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This ensemble is composed of a silver brocade with a metallic accenting. The jacket features snap closures and the dress has a center back zipper.
Mid 1990s Dries Van Noten Black Brocade Dress with Tie-Back Detail
By Dries van Noten
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Effortlessly elegant Dries Van Noten dress from the mid 1990's. Crafted from a richly textured black brocade that catches the light with subtle nuance.
A gold brocade dress in the style of Cristobal Balenciaga - United States C.1968
Located in Toulon, FR
The fabric is a shimmering brocade, with a cream satin background brocaded with pink silk and gold lurex.
1960 Canary Yellow Silk Brocade Flower Appliqué Cocktail Dress & Opera Coat
Located in Gresham, OR
1960s Canary yellow silk brocade cocktail dress and opera coat ensemble: Floral brocade dress features applied silk flowers at bodice and neckline.
$1,360Sale Price|20% Off
Adele Simpson Orange and Bronze Brocade Dress with Jacket and Mink Trim - M
By Adele Simpson
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This Adele Simpson dress with matching jacket features a design of orange and bronze. There is a brown waist tie on the sleeveless dress and a mink trim on the jacket. This set is in...
$499Sale Price|23% Off
French Multi Floral Rose Gold Brocade with Black Satin Inset and 3/4 Sleeves
By Barbara Tfank
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fitted slim Rose Gold Brocade Dress with Black Taroni Satin Yoke and 3/4 Sleeves.
Gorgeous 1950s 50s Lipstick Red Demi Couture Silk Brocade Cocktail Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning 1950s vintage lipstick red DEMI COUTURE silk brocade dress! Floral brocade throughout with a wonderful chiffon overlay skirt.
Barbara Tfank Square Neck Slim-Waist Dress in Pale Blue and Lavender Brocade
By Barbara Tfank
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An elegantly shaped French brocade dress by Barbara Tfank, rendered in luminous shades of pale blue, teal, silver, and lavender with a soft, painterly quality.
Moroccan Brocade Caftan Maxi Dress Kaftan Handmade in Morocco Africa
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage exotic 1970s red, white and gold metallic floral brocade dress kaftan with a white and red trim handmade in North Africa, Morocco.
Gucci New Silk Backless Dress SS 2013
By Gucci, Frida Giannini
Located in Water Mill, NY
An incredible black silk brocade dress with a blue, beige and gold petal pattern trim strategically and flatteringly placed along the sides and sleeves from Gucci.
Beautiful 1950s Rose Print Silk Brocade Brown Orange Gold 50s Dress and Jacket
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1950s demi couture rose print silk brocade dress AND jacket ensemble! Features a beautiful fabric with autumnal colors of brown, burnt orange and gold throughout.
Vintage 1970s Metallic Silver Gold and White Brocade Coat and Dress Set
Located in San Francisco, CA
Stunning vintage 1970s short sleeve shift dress and coat set set in white, gold, and silver metallic brocade.
Moroccan Caftan in Gold Bronze Metallic Brocade, Maxi Gown Dress Kaftan
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Moroccan evening or interior bronze gold metallic floral brocade dress kaftan with gold trim. Handmade ceremonial caftan from North Africa, Morocco.
Metallic Gold and Silver Brocade 1970s Maxi Dress Caftan, Evening Gown Kaftan
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Evening or interior metallic gold brocade dress kaftan with silver and gold trim. Hand-made ceremonial caftan from North Africa, Morocco.
Vintage Moroccan Kaftan Brocade Embroidered with Pink and Gold Trim, circa 1970
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage exotic 1970s pink and gold metallic floral brocade dress kaftan with gold trim hand-made in North Africa, Morocco.
Vintage Moroccan Designer Kaftan Turquoise Maxi Dress Kaftan Small
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage exotic 1970s floral blue brocade dress kaftan handmade in North Africa, Morocco.
Vintage Designer Moroccan Caftan, Metallic Brocade Kaftan with Pink and Gold
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
This chic Bohemian maxi dress brocade kaftan is embroidered and embellished with handwoven thread trim.
1960s Gold Brocade Shift Dress.
By Braunschweig of Switzerland
Located in London, GB
A chic shift dress from the 1960, ideal for a city wedding. The dress is made of a gold broacde like fabric with a deep square neckine and no sleeves. It has a zip opening at the bac...
Moroccan Caftan from North Africa, Morocco, Vintage Gold Kaftan, 1970
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Moroccan caftan, Evening or interior gold and silver brocade dress kaftan with fine trim. Hand-made ceremonial caftan from North Africa, Morocco.
Bustier mini-dress in gold brocade D&G by Dolce & Gabanna
By D&G by DOLCE & GABBANA
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Bustier mini-dress in gold brocade. Under-bust band to structure the bustier.
1960s Vintage Metallic Brocade Cocktail Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage metallic brocade cocktail dress with a front button detail.
Vintage Metallic Lurex Brocade Cocktail Dress Gold Silver Black 1970s Size 11
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
The design features a chic mandarin-style collar, sleeveless silhouette, and structured box pleats that create a flattering, sculpted shape. The richly textured metallic weave catche...
Dolce & Gabbana Brocade & Lame Patchwork Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in London, GB
Dolce & Gabbana Brocade & Lame Patchwork Dress Multi-coloured, sleeveless mini dress with patchworks of different materials and textures, such as brocade and lame.
Gucci Silk Brocade Open Back Dress
By Gucci
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous silk dress from Gucci in a gold, rust and olive brocade fern pattern on a black background.
1950S Blue Multicolored Silk Brocade Qi Pao Dress
Located in New York, NY
1950S Blue Multicolored Silk Brocade Qi Pao Dress MORPHEW VINTAGE represents the finest pieces of fashions past.
Metallic Pink Brocade 1960s Evening Dress
Located in London, GB
Pink brocade evening dress featuring an all over rose motif deign in metallic threads lined in raw silk in a complimenting colour.
MORPHEW COLLECTION Silk & Cotton Dress Made From Japanese Obi Brocade Seminole
Located in New York, NY
MORPHEW COLLECTION Silk & Cotton Dress Made From Japanese Obi Brocade Seminole Indian Patchwork MORPHEW COLLECTION is made entirely by hand in our NYC Ateliér of rare antique mat...
Alex Perry, Dexter floral brocade mini dress.
By ALEX PERRY
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Alex Perry, Dexter floral brocade mini dress. This sleeveless Alex Perry dress features a crew neckline, a sheer cut out at the bodice, and a mini length.
Etro F/W 2019 Brocade Gold Black Corset Lace-Up Mini Dress Italian 42
By Etro
Located in Montgomery, TX
Etro Brocade Rich Gold Black Corset Mini Dress F/W 2019 Runway Collection Italian size - 42 Black Gold Metallic Paisley and French Delicate Lace Print Brocade Fabric, Internal Boning...
Roberto Cavalli blue-grey and gold brocade-print silk corset mini dress, fw 2004
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in London, GB
▪ Roberto Cavalli silk corseted mini dress ▪ Blue-grey and metallic gold brocade printed silk ▪ Corseted bodice with asymmetric ruching ▪ Ruffled mini skirt with frayed hem ▪ Cors...
Vintage Soft Gold Brocade Cocktail Dress
Located in London, GB
A pretty soft gold colour vintage brocade cocktail dress. The dress has a scallop edge opening with button fastenings.
FENDI white & gold BROCADE GODET BELTED Sleeveless Dress 42
By Fendi
Located in Zürich, CH
Fendi brocade godet dress in gold, off-white, light grey, lavender, and mauve polyester (5/%), cotton (27%), and silk (10%).
50s Green Wool Brocade Dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
50s Green Wool Brocade Dress
Michael Kors Collection Gold Metallic Brocade Dress
By Michael Kors
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Michael Kors Collection Gold Metallic Brocade Dress Size 10 Bust 38" Waist 35" Hips 42" Length 35" Excellent condition
Michael Kors Collection Brocade Dress with Gobsmacking Turquoise Crystal Collar
By Michael Kors
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Michael Kors Collection Silver Brocade Dress with Gobsmacking Turquoise Crystal Collar.
1990's Yves Saint Laurent Red Flower Brocade Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Francisco, CA
Luxurious red silk brocade dress with subtle rose motif and two black velvet bows.
Vintage Gold and Black Brocade Dress/Jacket with Knot Buttons
Located in Antwerp, BE
A vintage Turkish style gold and black brocade dress or evening jacket. Tiny knot buttons all the way down the front and a side zipper allow the dress to be worn completely closed wh...
1980s Yves Saint Laurent Brocade Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A gorgeous 1980s floral Yves Saint Laurent cocktail dress with a voluminous blouse and long tapered sleeves, with a zipper detail at the cuff. At the back the dress has a four button...
Roberto Cavalli burgandy brocade dress, FW 2004
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in London, GB
Roberto Cavalli burgundy slip dress with a decorative floral flocking print featuring thin straps, a slip dress style bodice, and a flared hem. Material: Silk and satin Size: Smal...
Arnold Scaasi Black Jacquard & Gold Brocade Dress
By Arnold Scaasi
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
* It has a slim front profile with a tucks in the back that creates a pleated look.
* It has two bows on the drop waist in the back.
* It closes with a hidden zipper in...
1960's Bob Bugnand Couture Beaded Metallic Silk-Brocade Dress & Matching Coat
By Bob Bugnand
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An absolutely breathtaking Bob Bugnand custom couture metallic silk-brocade dress and matching coat dating back to the mid 1960's.
Mainbocher 1960s Silver Lamé Brocade Dress with Jacket
By Mainbocher
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous 1960s ensemble from American couturier, Mainbocher, includes a sleek dress and jacket done in the most beautiful silver lamé brocade.
Larry Aldrich Hot Pink and Gold Tree Motif Brocade Dress
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This gorgeous dress, attributed to Larry Aldrich, is done in beautiful hot pink brocade with a gold and blue tree motif.
DOLCE & GABBANA Brocade Cocktail Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Berlin, Berlin
From the spring/summer season 2008. Brocade dress with gold thread and green velvet in a baroque inspired style covered with black tulle.
1960s Burgundy & Gold Floral Brocade Dress and Coat Set
Located in San Francisco, CA
1960s Burgundy and floral brocade custom-tailored shift dress with a matching glove length sleeved coat.
Moschino Couture Tan Brocade Floral Puff Dress
By Moschino Couture, Moschino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Moschino couture tan brocade floral puff dress This Brocade dress is perfect for the Bridgerton crowd!
1960s Geoffery Beene Red Purple and Gold Brocade Evening Dress
By Geoffrey Beene
Located in Houston, TX
1960s Geoffery Beene Multicolored Paisley Brocade Evening Caftan Impressive brocade dress by Geoffery Beene!
Gianni Versace Couture
By Gianni Versace Couture
Located in Topanga, CA
This off-white silk brocade dress falls at the knee. The shoulders are rolled and padded giving height adding shape to the silhouette.
Harmay 1960s metallic brocade long dress size small
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage late 60s long dress by Harmay New York. Metallic brocade Persian Nights Haute Hippie style in burgundy and gold with gold sequin trim.
Malcolm Starr Vintage Gold Brocade Evening Dress
By Malcolm Starr
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Malcolm Starr Vintage Gold Brocade Evening Dress. This is outstanding , I love it.
1960s Floral Printed Dress With Metallic Brocade
Located in San Francisco, CA
1960s Floral Printed Dress With Metallic Brocade floral design, bandeau bodice, and fuchsia ruched chiffon waist sash band
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Vintage hand-beaded brocade evening dress
Located in Newport Beach, CA
This is a high-quality dress made of a fine, luxurious brocade fabric.
Bis.Gene Ewing-Rich Aubergine Velvet Dress with Brocaded Details
Located in Oradell, NJ
Gene Ewing of Paris and Beverly Hills, quite reminiscent of a 1960's silhouette. The plum colored brocaded mandarin collar extends to a point in both the front and the back of the dr...
1950s Silk Velvet & Twill Brocade Hattie Carnegie Dress
By Hattie Carnegie
Located in Dallas, TX
Wonderful little 1950s day or dinner dress in a silver velvet & twill brocade. The sheath dress is princess seamed through the bust with pleats opening from the waistline seam into t...
Custom Asian Brocade Halter Dress, 1970s
Located in Houston, TX
Wonderfully crafted, this halter dress is sure to blow you away! With its metallic gold butterflies and splashes of color, this dress really is the perfect dress for your holiday pa...
Celine by Michael Kors 90's Gold Brocade V Neck High Slit Maxi Dress
By Celine
Located in Hong Kong, Hong Kong
An exceptional V-neck long sleeves gold brocade maxi dress from Celine by Michael Kors. Button and loop fastening at front with a high slit at back.
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Anne Klein brocade Black off shoulder dress
By Anne Klein
Located in New York, NY
This 1980s Anne Klein dress is a black brocade mini dress. Perfect for the holidays.
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1960's Luxurious silk brocade cocktail dress
Located in Newport Beach, CA
1960's Metallic brocade cocktail dress. This luxurious cocktail dress is made of a gorgeous, woven silk brocade with a chartreuse satin ground, and metallic platinum tapestry artw...
1950's Ceil Chapman Oriental Brocade Asian Inspired Dress
By Ceil Chapman
Located in Toronto, ON
Really interestingly designed Ceil Chapman dress. This dress features covered buttons, oriental collar and a very beautiful fit. Ceil is often said to be Marilyn Monroe’s favourite d...
1960's Pat Sandler Gold Brocade Pleated Dress
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
Have a notice-me fashionable moment with our 1960's Pat Sandler gold brocade pleated dress. Embellished with rhinestones, this dress is a smart investment that will shine in any occ...
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