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Lilac One-Shoulder Gown with Hand Beaded Lace Detail
Lilac One-Shoulder Gown with Hand Beaded Lace Detail

Lilac One-Shoulder Gown with Hand Beaded Lace Detail

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a lovely custom couture evening gown that was created specifically for it's original owner

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Late 20th Century Unknown Evening Gowns

1980s Saks Fifth Avenue Mignon Sequin Leopard Gown
1980s Saks Fifth Avenue Mignon Sequin Leopard Gown

1980s Saks Fifth Avenue Mignon Sequin Leopard Gown

By Mignon

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

What's better than leopard? Leopard AND sequins of course! Rock the holidays in our incredible 1980s Saks Fifth Avenue x Mignon dress! Made of a subtle leopard fabric bedazzled compl...

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1980s American Evening Dresses

CEIL CHAPMAN Nude Chiffon Draped Gown Size 2 4
CEIL CHAPMAN Nude Chiffon Draped Gown Size 2 4

CEIL CHAPMAN Nude Chiffon Draped Gown Size 2 4

By Ceil Chapman

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Ceil Chapman gown is composed of a nude silk chiffon. Features a draped and gathered design

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20th Century Unknown Evening Gowns

Elizabeth Mason Couture Custom Draped Strapless Gold Lame Gown
Elizabeth Mason Couture Custom Draped Strapless Gold Lame Gown

Elizabeth Mason Couture Custom Draped Strapless Gold Lame Gown

By Elizabeth Mason Couture

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Elizabeth Mason Couture gown is made of the finest silk lame this gown is created at Elizabeth

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21st Century and Contemporary American Evening Gowns

Rick Owens AW17 Glitter Audrey Lame Maxi Dress Gown
Rick Owens AW17 Glitter Audrey Lame Maxi Dress Gown

Rick Owens AW17 Glitter Audrey Lame Maxi Dress Gown

By Rick Owens

Located in London, GB

Absolute stunning archival Rick Owens Audrey Lame Maxi dress from the Fall 2017 Glitter collection - unworn with Net-A-Porter tag. Made from sparkling, tinsel texture Copper Lame sof...

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2010s Unknown Evening Gowns

2009 Ralph Lauren Collection Purple Label Gold Hand-beaded Silk Gown
2009 Ralph Lauren Collection Purple Label Gold Hand-beaded Silk Gown

2009 Ralph Lauren Collection Purple Label Gold Hand-beaded Silk Gown

By Ralph Lauren Purple Label

Located in Kingston, NY

2009 Ralph Lauren Purple Label Collection, this gold gown is a masterclass in evening elegance

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Gowns

Stavropoulos 1970's Cream Silk Draped Silk Chiffon Gown
Stavropoulos 1970's Cream Silk Draped Silk Chiffon Gown

Stavropoulos 1970's Cream Silk Draped Silk Chiffon Gown

By George Stavropoulos

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Stavropoulos gown is composed of a bias cut cream silk chiffon. The spaghetti strap design is

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1970s American Evening Gowns

Red & Black Roberto Cavalli Leopard Print Evening Dress Size IT 46
Red & Black Roberto Cavalli Leopard Print Evening Dress Size IT 46

Red & Black Roberto Cavalli Leopard Print Evening Dress Size IT 46

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in New York, NY

Red and black full length leopard print evening dress by Roberto Cavalli. Plunging V-neckline

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Dresses

Evening dress with leopard print and belt Roberto Cavalli
Evening dress with leopard print and belt Roberto Cavalli

Evening dress with leopard print and belt Roberto Cavalli

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Evening dress with leopard print and belt . Wrap on the bust . Zip on the left side. Mother-of

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2010s Italian Evening Dresses

2000S JEAN LOUIS SCHERRER HAUTE COUTURE Antique Silk Ball Gown
2000S JEAN LOUIS SCHERRER HAUTE COUTURE Antique Silk Ball Gown

2000S JEAN LOUIS SCHERRER HAUTE COUTURE Antique Silk Ball Gown

Located in New York, NY

This gown is made from antique Indian Sari borders, pieced together in a masterful patchwork

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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Gertrude Arzt of Huntington  Silk/Satin Metallic Gold Gown
Gertrude Arzt of Huntington  Silk/Satin Metallic Gold Gown

Gertrude Arzt of Huntington Silk/Satin Metallic Gold Gown

Located in Sharon, CT

A rare 1960's formal dress by important American designer Gertrude Arzt of Huntington NY. Indian inspired overall pattern in gold thread on a satin/silk morphing color from yellow t...

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1960s American Evening Gowns

Elie Saab Floral Embroidery Tulle Floral Gown FR 36 - US 4
Elie Saab Floral Embroidery Tulle Floral Gown FR 36 - US 4

Elie Saab Floral Embroidery Tulle Floral Gown FR 36 - US 4

By Elie Saab

Located in Brossard, QC

Elie Saab Floral Embroidery Tulle Floral Gown with pleats featuring halter neckline and a keyhole

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Dresses

Gucci One Shoulder Asymmetric Lame Gown IT 40 (US 4)
Gucci One Shoulder Asymmetric Lame Gown IT 40 (US 4)

Gucci One Shoulder Asymmetric Lame Gown IT 40 (US 4)

By Gucci

Located in Brossard, QC

This Gucci gown is made in Italy from shimmering bronze silk-blend lamé with cascading ruffles

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Dresses

Gianni Versace gold knitted asymmetric evening dress, fw 1996
Gianni Versace gold knitted asymmetric evening dress, fw 1996

Gianni Versace gold knitted asymmetric evening dress, fw 1996

By Gianni Versace

Located in London, GB

▪ Gianni Versace evening dress ▪ Constructed from gold knitted rayon ▪ Turtleneck with embellished

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage 1982 Bob Mackie Red Fully Beaded Dress Gown size US 6
Vintage 1982 Bob Mackie Red Fully Beaded Dress Gown size US 6

Vintage 1982 Bob Mackie Red Fully Beaded Dress Gown size US 6

By Bob Mackie

Located in Montgomery, TX

An extraordinary and rare Bob Mackie evening gown from his 1982 collection, showcasing the

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1980s American Evening Dresses

Shimmery Gold French Embossed Tulle Glitters on  Off the Shoulder Gown
Shimmery Gold French Embossed Tulle Glitters on  Off the Shoulder Gown

Shimmery Gold French Embossed Tulle Glitters on Off the Shoulder Gown

By Barbara Tfank

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Shimmering off the shoulder metallic gold-stamped pink tulle gown with a lovely magical look

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2010s North American Evening Gowns

Vera Wang Nude/Champagne Tulle Strapless Pleated Torso Gown with Train 10
Vera Wang Nude/Champagne Tulle Strapless Pleated Torso Gown with Train 10

Vera Wang Nude/Champagne Tulle Strapless Pleated Torso Gown with Train 10

By Vera Wang

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Vera Wang nude/champagne tulle, strapless, pleated torso, evening gown with train. Marked size 10

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21st Century and Contemporary American Evening Gowns

1950's Green & Chartreuse Two Piece Beaded Gown Size 4
1950's Green & Chartreuse Two Piece Beaded Gown Size 4

1950's Green & Chartreuse Two Piece Beaded Gown Size 4

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This gown is composed of two beaded pieces in green and chartreuse hues. There are zipper closures

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20th Century Hong Kong Evening Gowns

Evening dress with copper sequins on tulle base Betsy Adam
Evening dress with copper sequins on tulle base Betsy Adam

Evening dress with copper sequins on tulle base Betsy Adam

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Evening dress with copper sequins on tulle base. Main fabric composition: 95% nylon, 5% spandex

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2010s American Evening Dresses

Bob Mackie Orange & Black Beaded Tiger Print with Black Chiffon Gown
Bob Mackie Orange & Black Beaded Tiger Print with Black Chiffon Gown

Bob Mackie Orange & Black Beaded Tiger Print with Black Chiffon Gown

By Bob Mackie

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is an exotic evening gown from Bob Mackie. It is an orange and black long sleeve fitted gown

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Late 20th Century American Evening Gowns

DANIEL JAMES CANTU Burgundy Raw Silk Gown Size 2-4
DANIEL JAMES CANTU Burgundy Raw Silk Gown Size 2-4

DANIEL JAMES CANTU Burgundy Raw Silk Gown Size 2-4

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Daniel James Cantu COUTURE gown is composed of a burgundy raw silk chiffon with bead applique

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20th Century American Evening Gowns

NINA RICCI 2013 Vintage Silk Mauve Ethereal Gown Maxi Dress Floral
NINA RICCI 2013 Vintage Silk Mauve Ethereal Gown Maxi Dress Floral

NINA RICCI 2013 Vintage Silk Mauve Ethereal Gown Maxi Dress Floral

By Nina Ricci

Located in Leonardo, NJ

Nina Ricci SS13 Resort Collection Vintage 100% silk A delicate medley of colors Reminds me of Chanel Size F40 fits like a USA 6 or 4 Invisible back zip Excellent Condition, only flaw...

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2010s Evening Gowns

Embroidered Pink and Sage French Floral Organza Vintage Full Sleeve Gown
Embroidered Pink and Sage French Floral Organza Vintage Full Sleeve Gown

Embroidered Pink and Sage French Floral Organza Vintage Full Sleeve Gown

By Barbara Tfank

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Palest pink, sage and gold embroidered French floral organza vintage princess seamed gown. Perfect

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2010s American Evening Dresses

Roberto Cavalli burgundy cut-velvet halterneck evening dress, fw 2004
Roberto Cavalli burgundy cut-velvet halterneck evening dress, fw 2004

Roberto Cavalli burgundy cut-velvet halterneck evening dress, fw 2004

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in London, GB

▪ Roberto Cavalli halter neck evening dress ▪ Fall-Winter 2004 ▪ Burgundy silk-rayon cut-velvet

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Alexander McQueen pink python bias cut evening dress, ss 2008
Alexander McQueen pink python bias cut evening dress, ss 2008

Alexander McQueen pink python bias cut evening dress, ss 2008

By Alexander McQueen

Located in London, GB

Alexander McQueen pink python bias cut evening dress with padded shoulders, cap sleeves and silk

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Pale pink evening dress with pink sequin GAI MATTIOLO The Red Carpet
Pale pink evening dress with pink sequin GAI MATTIOLO The Red Carpet

Pale pink evening dress with pink sequin GAI MATTIOLO The Red Carpet

By Gai Mattiolo

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Pale pink evening dress with pink sequin. No fabric composition tag but the main fabric and lining

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2010s Unknown Evening Dresses

IRENE SARGENT Gold Sequin Gown with Empire Bust Size 6-8
IRENE SARGENT Gold Sequin Gown with Empire Bust Size 6-8

IRENE SARGENT Gold Sequin Gown with Empire Bust Size 6-8

By IRENE SARGENT

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Irene Sargent Couture gown is composed of a gold sequin fabric. Features an empire v-neck bust

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20th Century Unknown Evening Gowns

JOHN GALLIANO 1999 Vintage Green Printed Backless Maxi Gown w. Blue Velvet Trim
JOHN GALLIANO 1999 Vintage Green Printed Backless Maxi Gown w. Blue Velvet Trim

JOHN GALLIANO 1999 Vintage Green Printed Backless Maxi Gown w. Blue Velvet Trim

By John Galliano

Located in Leonardo, NJ

John Galliano Vintage FW99 Green paisley baroque peacock swirl print Rich dark blue velvet trim Pullover Cowl neck Open back Size F40 Excellent vintage condition, minor feeling of w...

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1990s Evening Gowns

Malcolm Starr 1960's Pink Silk Evening Dress with Floral Design
Malcolm Starr 1960's Pink Silk Evening Dress with Floral Design

Malcolm Starr 1960's Pink Silk Evening Dress with Floral Design

By Malcolm Starr

Located in New Hope, PA

This 1960's pink silk Malcolm Starr evening dress has a floral design in shades of yellow, green

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1970s American Evening Dresses

BONWIT TELLER Peach & Apricot Hue Draped Cape Gown Size 4
BONWIT TELLER Peach & Apricot Hue Draped Cape Gown Size 4

BONWIT TELLER Peach & Apricot Hue Draped Cape Gown Size 4

By Bonwit Teller

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Bonwit Teller own is composed of a peach and apricot hue silk with a draped design, and satin belt. There is a center back closure. In excellent condition, some slight color dis...

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20th Century American Evening Gowns

BARACCI Gold & Yellow Silk Lace Embellished Corset Gown Size 8-10
BARACCI Gold & Yellow Silk Lace Embellished Corset Gown Size 8-10

BARACCI Gold & Yellow Silk Lace Embellished Corset Gown Size 8-10

By Baracci

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Barraci gown is composed of a gold and yellow lace/silk combination which is embellished with

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20th Century American Evening Gowns

Christian Rupert Mult-Color Metallic Gold Brocade Pleated Evening Dress
Christian Rupert Mult-Color Metallic Gold Brocade Pleated Evening Dress

Christian Rupert Mult-Color Metallic Gold Brocade Pleated Evening Dress

By Christian Rupert

Located in New York, NY

This wonderful Christian Rupert evening dress has combinations of multi-colors mixed with metallic

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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

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Brown Evening Gown For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact vintage or contemporary brown evening gown you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Brown is a pretty popular color, but we also have Black, Gray, Beige and more in stock now. If you’re looking for a brown evening gown from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. Finding an appealing accessory such as this — no matter the origin — is easy, but Dolce & Gabbana, Christian Dior and Gucci each produced a popular version that is worth a look. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking these accessories, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Brown Evening Gown?

The price for a brown evening gown starts at $62 and tops out at $112,000, and on average, selling for $1,199.

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.

Questions About Brown Evening Gown
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
    The difference between an evening dress and an evening gown is length. An evening gown is generally a full-length garment that falls between the ankles and the floor. An evening dress is a semi-formal or formal dress designed to be worn at night or on special occasions. Evening gowns are one type of evening dress, and you can also find examples with mini, knee-length and midi-length hemlines. Shop a wide range of evening gowns and other evening dresses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
    There really isn't a difference between a cocktail gown and an evening gown. Both terms describe a full-length formal dress designed for evenings and special occasions. On the other hand, a cocktail dress or evening dress is a less formal garment that usually falls between just above and just below the knees and is suitable for evening wear. Explore a wide variety of cocktail dresses and evening gowns on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    The best color for an evening gown is a matter of preference. Evening gowns are popular in a variety of colors, including black, red, purple, green, blue, pink and more. 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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