Paco Rabanne New Chain Mail Dress
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Water Mill, NY
An incredible metal mesh, chain mail dress in a beautiful red, blue and silver abstract print from Paco Rabanne.
Paco Rabanne New Chain Mail Dress
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Water Mill, NY
An incredible metal mesh, chain mail dress in a beautiful red, blue and silver abstract print from Paco Rabanne.
Gucci Runway 1920's Showgirl Style Chain Mail Evening Dress
By Gianni Versace, Gucci
Located in Los Angeles, CA
From designer Andre Michelle, a lovely soft lilac chain mail evening dress. A 1920's showgirl style evening dress designed with sophisticated femininity.
Balmain Dress Black Knit Silver Chain Mail Mesh Detail 40 / Fits 4 to 6
By Balmain
Located in Miami, FL
Some of the bands are semi sheer. 2" silver chain mail metal wraps around under the deep cut arm and across the front above the scoop neck.
Versace Oroton F/W 2007 Runway Silver Metal Mesh Chain Mail Open Back Dress
By Versace
Located in Englishtown, NJ
VERSACE F/W 2007 Runway Oroton Metal Mesh Open Back Dress Gunmetal Versace Oroton Metal Mesh Chainmail dress with square neckline and low back. About Versace: Founded in 1978 by th...
2000s Marc Jacobs Silver Lamé Flapper Dress
By Marc Jacobs
Located in London, GB
Different grades of lame have been used with a finer, metallic thread providing a liquid looking smoothness and a heavier textured weave which almost emulates chain mail. The dress h...
NWT Pierre Balmain Sz 40 / 8 Chainmail One Shoulder Grey Wool Metal Mesh Dress
By Balmain, Pierre Balmain
Located in San Diego, CA
Brand new with tags early 2000s PIERRE BALMAIN gray wool and cashmere one shoulder chain mail cocktail dress! Features one shoulder of metal mesh chainmail, produced by Whiting & Dav...
Late Paco Rabanne Jersey Dress with Chain Mail sleeves
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Contemporary Paco Rabanne dress in black rayon jersey with classis chain mail sleeves with open armholes.
Jean Paul Gaultier Cotton & Chain Mail Combo Wrap Dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Hong Kong, Hong Kong
This dress is tailored with different elements. It features black cap sleeves white top and an attached red skirt wrapped around with black chain mail and green ties at waist.
Loris Azzaro Red Sequin and Silk Strapless Gown
By Loris Azzaro
Located in Topanga, CA
He was also known to use brightly colored chains woven onto shirts to make intricate chain-mail dresses and tops.
1970s Paco Rabanne chain mail dress
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1970s Paco Rabanne gold chain mail dress. In excellent condition. Fit size 4
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Size: 36/38 (6/8 us)
Rare chain mail with metalic lace insert and fringes evening dress Circa 1930
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Rare chain mail with metalic lace insert and fringes evening dress.
Versace Oroton F/W 2007 Runway Silver Metal Mesh Chain Mail Open Back Dress
By Versace
Located in Englishtown, NJ
VERSACE Oroton Metal Mesh Open Back Dress Gunmetal Versace Oroton Metal Mesh Chainmail dress with square neckline and low back. About Versace: Founded in 1978 by the late Gianni Ve...
1970s Paco Rabanne Gold Chain Maxi Dress
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Sexy Paco Rabanne aluminum chain mail v neck maxi dress . Perfect for studio 54 party.
Gianni Versace Atelier Couture Dress Perfect For Red Carpet NEW
By Gianni Versace
Located in New York, NY
Very extravagant black silk Gianni Versace Couture Atelier Dress from 1990's. Amazing construction with Oroton chain mail sewn all over the dress and "shredded" strips of chain han...
Gianni Versace
By Gianni Versace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gianni Versace Atelier silver metal chain mail cocktail dress. Drape front bust line with slight swing skirt above the knee.
1960s Paco Rabanne Style Chain-Mail Dress
Located in New York, NY
1960s Paco Rabanne Style Chain-Mail Dress
1990s Gianni Versace Metal Mesh Chain Mail Dress
By Gianni Versace Couture, Gianni Versace
Located in Water Mill, NY
Gianni Versace was a master at combining textures, colors and shapes and this dress gorgeously embodies it all. The body of the dress is a beautiful blue metal mesh or chain mail dre...
Loris Azzaro Chain Mail Dress
By Loris Azzaro
Located in Geneva, CH
The spirit of the 20's in a 70's Loris Azzaro dress ! Constructed in a white crepe, this unlabeled Azzaro sleeveless shift dress has a slight A-line silhouette. Embellished with silv...
NWT Vionnet Gold Asymmetric Chain Mail Mini Dress
By Madeleine Vionnet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vionnet gold chain mail mini dress. Designed with asymmetric draping and jersey black back.
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Size: Small - Medium
Frederick's of Hollywood 1970s Black Silver Chain Mail Vintage 70s Halter Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Features an attached triangular silver chain mail that acts like a bib necklace. Slinky ruched jersey material stretches to fit.
1970s Paco Rabanne Chain Mail Dress & Headpiece
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Rockwood, ON
This one is a stunning plasticized aluminum chain mail dress in gold with the signature green backing that this particular range of dresses were known for.
S/S 2003 Gianni Versace Runway Purple & Green Chain Mail Metal Mini Dress
By Versace, Gianni Versace
Located in Yukon, OK
Straps have been shortened, but can be let back out if needed. FABRIC: Chain mail metal inner dress with a sheer top layer.
S/S 2003 Gianni Versace Runway Purple & Green Chain Mail Metal Mini Dress
By Versace, Gianni Versace
Located in Yukon, OK
Straps have been shortened, but can be let back out if needed. FABRIC: Chain mail metal inner dress with a sheer top layer.
Rare 1970s Paco Rabanne Chain Mail Dress
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Rockwood, ON
This one is a stunning plasticized aluminum chain mail dress in gold with the signature green backing that this particular range of dresses were known for.
Versace Lace Trim Chain Mail Metal Mesh Mini Dress
By Versace
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Versace Lace Trim Chain Mail Metal Mesh Mini Dress. Created of metal mesh in a wonderful shade of purple , trimmed in black lace.
VINTAGE VERSACE CRYSTAL EMBELLISHED AMETHYST SILK DRESS with CHAIN MAIL STRAPS
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
VERSACE Crystal embellished amethyst silk dress with chain mail straps. Nude tulle inner corset Content: 100% silk Made In Italy Size 40 - US 4 armpit to armpit 16" wai...
F/W 2007 Roberto Cavalli Black Fur Strip Trim Beaded Suede Shearling Jacket
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This black suede shearling jacket from Roberto Cavalli’s Fall/Winter 2007 collection features a fitted silhouette trimmed with plush black fur along the collar, cuffs, and hem. Ornat...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2004 Black Multiway Bustier Midi Length Evening Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2004 Black Multiway Bustier Midi Length Evening Dress Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: S/S 2004 Style: Bustier dress Color(s): Shades of b...
$948Sale Price|25% Off
Size: Medium
1960s Guy Laroche Couture Lipstick Red Virgin Wool A Line Vintage 60s Mini Dress
By Guy Laroche
Located in San Diego, CA
1960s GUY LAROCHE Couture lipstick red virgin wool A-Line mini dress! The perfect alternative to a little black dress, this red gem is sure to stand out! Hand made, with the utmost a...
1990s Dolce & Gabbana Brown Satin White Lace Trim Mini Slip Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This 1990s Dolce & Gabbana mini slip dress is crafted from brown silk satin with delicate white lace trim. The lingerie-inspired design features adjustable straps, a soft bustlin...
$1,036Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 10
1990s Bob Mackie Size 10 Black Crepe Sexy 90s Vintage High Slit Evening Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy, yet sophisticated 1990s BOB MACKIE black crepe bodycon evening dress! Features an elegant sweetheart neckline, with satin trim. Figure flattering silhouette that hugs the body ...
$5,752
Size: FR 38 - IT 42 - UK 10 - US 6
Dolce & Gabbana black silk spandex and leather lace up dress, ss 2003
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in London, GB
Dolce & Gabbana; black silk spandex figure hugging evening dress. - Lambskin leather grommet trim - Open on both sides with lace up fastenings - Invisible side zip closure ...
S/S 1999 Thierry Mugler Runway Sculptural Abstract Brooch Strap Navy Gown
By Thierry Mugler
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a fabulous navy Thierry Mugler gown designed by Manfred Mugler. This beautiful dress debuted from the Spring/Summer 1999 collection on the season's runway. The gown featur...
$10,920
H 3.25 in W 4.5 in D 4 in
Chanel Vanity Case Micro Mini 90s Vintage Iridescent Bronze Rare Patent Clutch
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Micro Mini 90s Vintage Patent Metallic Bronze Iridescent Vanity Case Rare 1994 [VINTAGE 30 Years} Diamond stitch iridescent patent leather Classic interwoven top handle Magne...
$596Sale Price|25% Off
Size: Medium
Chic 1960s Bubblegum Pink Jackie O Style Vintage 60s Raw Silk Bow Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1960s bubblegum pink Jackie O style silk dress! Flattering sheath shape with a bow at top left center neck. Full metal zipper up the back with hook-and-eye closure. Perfect for ...
Chanel Rugby Football Ball
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Rugby Football Ball 2007 {VINTAGE 15 Years} Very good condition
Oscar de la Renta Resort 2009 Runway One Shoulder Silk Toga Dress $3, 200 BNWT
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing brand new with tags Oscar de la Renta silk one shoulder dress! Detailed for $3,200! Featured in the Resort 2009 Oscar Runway Collection (see pictures). One shoulder can be wo...
Hippy Style Gold Brocade Robe Coat with Embroidery and Pockets
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Unique hand made one- off a kind vintage colorful robe manteau. We offer more excluisive items, view our frontstore Embroidered with sequins and vintage Indian pieces gold brocade...
$995Sale Price|58% Off
Size: 36.5
Gucci 90th Anniversary Ad Runway Python Skakeskin Pump Heels Sz 36.5 $2425
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Gucci Worn One Time Minor Markings to Soles Only Gucci's 90th anniversary Fall Runway show, $2425 * Python Heels * Size: 36.5 * Purple & Orange Snakeskin Python * Adjustable A...
Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford 2004 Chinoiserie Tuxedo Smoking Evening Suit 34
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Switzerland, CH
Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Black Tuxedo Evening Suit An extremely rare piece from his final collection in 2004 for Yves Saint Laurent Stunning piece consisting of pants and jacke...
Iconic Spectacular Thierry Mugler SS 1997 Gown 'Kiss of the Spiderwoman'
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Behold the breathtaking embodiment of high drama and couture mastery: The stunning extremely rare Thierry Mugler "Kiss of the Spiderwoman" evening gown from the legendary Spring/Summ...
Iconic Thierry Mugler SS 1997 Runway Piece Black Sculptural Jacket
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Few designers have mastered the art of sculpting the female form quite like Thierry Mugler, and this 1997 jacket stands as a testament to his architectural genius. A symphony of stru...
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.
Costumer to the stars Ray Aghayan brought the famed painting to life with his spectacular design.
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Jeriana San Juan explains how she undertook the intimidating project of designing costumes for the new Netflix series about the New York fashion legend. (Hint: She found vintage Halston on 1stDibs!)
Once considered a controversial item of clothing, fashion designer Sonja de Lennart's creation is now a bona fide classic.
The classic tweed garment has been a wardrobe staple of chic women around the world since the 1950s.
Amanda Benchley and Bridget Moynahan teamed up to explore the relationship between powerful women and their most significant footwear.
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.