2003 Alexander McQueen Silk Printed Strapless Draped Column Evening Gown
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Studio City, CA
2003 Alexander McQueen creme with yellow "batik-like" printed silk strapless, draped column gown. Bustier at the interior. Size tag 44 and fabric tag says 100% silk. In excellent con...
Marc Jacobs Late 90s Sz 8 Gold Metal Link Column Evening Gown Runway Dress Gown
By Marc Jacobs
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare late 1990s–early 2000s Marc Jacobs gold metal-link vintage evening gown featuring a fluid cowl neckline and long, slinky column silhouette that skims the body like liquid metal.
Chanel High Neck Column Gown
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Chanel High Neck Column Heavy Silk Crepe Gown from the 1980's by Karl Lagerfeld. High collar is ruched, pleated and fastened with CC logo buttons. One piece gown with sleevele...
Glamorous Sequin Snake Print Column Gown
Located in New York, NY
Glamorous Sequin Snake Print Column Gown cut on the bias covered in clear sequins for a more subtle sheen. Slim body con cut with long sleeves and deep scoop neck with ties on back. ...
Nina Ricci Strapless Velvet, Organza, Brocade Column Gown
By Nina Ricci
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Nina Ricci Strapless Velvet Organza Brocade Column Gown from the 1980's. Velvet column with green brocade ruching trimmed in pleated organza. The faux pockets are trimmed wi...
1950S Lipstick Red Silk Organza Solid Sequin Beaded Column Gown
Located in New York, NY
Custom made for Rat Pack era Opera & lounge singer Vivian Della Chiesa who sang in Miami with Sinatra and was a featured performer at the Waldorf Astoria New York 1950S Lipstick Red ...
LORIS AZZARO PARIS — One-Shoulder Draped Lamé Column Gown c.1978-1983
By Loris Azzaro Paris
Located in London, GB
This one-shoulder column gown in crushed silver-gold lamé exemplifies Loris Azzaro’s signature approach to liquid, body-conscious dressing — the fabric caught and sculpted across the...
1970s Bob Mackie Black Crepe Column Gown w Glamorous Bugle Bead Streamers
By Bob Mackie
Located in Gresham, OR
1970s Bob Mackie Black Crepe Column Gown w Glamorous Bugle Bead Streamers: In classic, simple but glamorous Mackie style, this crepe column takes a daring plunge w sheer tulle criss-...
1970s Rudi Gernreich Black Single Shoulder High Slit Bodycon Column Stretch Gown
By Rudi Gerneich, Rudi Gernreich
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting an incredible black Rudi Gernreich for Bob Cunningham evening gown. From the 1970s, this chic column-style dress features a single off-the-shoulder strap, an angular neckl...
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PORTS 1961 Size 6 Black Polyester Blend Sequined Column Gown Dress
By Ports 1961
Located in San Francisco, CA
PORTS 1961 dress comes in a black sequined polyester blend featuring long sleeves, v-neck, and a back zip up closure. Very Good Pre-Owned Condition. Marked: 42 Measurements: ...
1990 Bill Blass Persimmon Silk Crepe Column Gown w Asymmetrical Neckline Detail
By Bill Blass for Neiman Marcus, Bill Blass
Located in Gresham, OR
1990s Bill Blass Persimmon Silk Crepe Column Gown w Asymmetrical Neckline Detail: Elegant, long and lean this classic American Beauty features a side slit and back zipper and is full...
1960 Helena Barbieri Shocking Pink Silk Chiffon Column Gown w/ Waterfall Back
By Helena Barbieri
Located in Gresham, OR
1960 Helena Barbieri Shocking Pink Silk Chiffon Column Gown w/ Waterfall Back: Double layer silk chiffon with silk satin bodice. Crepe fitted sheath skirt. Unstructured. Fully lined....
Torso Creations Black Crepe & Tulle Column Gown W/ Peek-a-Boo Bands
By Torso Creations
Located in Gresham, OR
Torso Creations Black Crepe, Ribbon & Tulle Column Gown W/ Peek-a-Boo Bands. Balloon sleeves and off-Shoulder neckline are trimmed in black jet beads. Back center zipper. Fits up to ...
1980's Alfred Bosand Royal Blue and Gold Dynasty Inspired Column Gown
By Alfred Bosand
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Dynasty era late 70's early 80's 's Alfred Bosand empress Josephine style gown. Plisé pleated origami style short sleeves with matching detail above the hemline. Square low cut neckl...
Hanae Mori Fuchsia and Purple Pop Art Ink Blot Column Gown - M, 1980s
By Hanae Mori
Located in Tucson, AZ
While Hanae Mori was always known for her bold prints, this riotous Pop Art pattern may be her strongest ever. Though its easy kaftan-style silhouette wears as comfortably as pajamas...
1960s George Halley Black Wool Crepe Column Gown w Stunning Beaded Fan Corset
By George Halley
Located in Gresham, OR
1960s George Halley Black Wool Crepe Column Gown w Stunning Beaded Fan Corset: Remarkable Victorian inspired fuchsia and black sequin and beaded strapless fan-shaped, fully corseted...
Oscar De La Renta Resort 2015 Neon Pink Silk Strapless Column Gown Emmy Awards
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in BELLEVUE HILL, NSW
A study in modern Hollywood glamour, this strapless silk taffeta column gown from Oscar de la Renta’s Resort 2015 collection captures the designer’s signature balance of structure an...
Gucci by Tom Ford S/S 1997 Black Silk Viscose Column Slip Gown — IT 40
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in London, GB
A defining archive piece from Tom Ford’s Spring/Summer 1997 collection for Gucci — one of the most celebrated seasons of his tenure and a landmark moment in 1990s fashion. This floor...
Lillie Rubin Black Full Length Beaded Column Gown w Illusion Sleeves – L, 21st C
By Lillie Rubin
Located in Tucson, AZ
Exquisitely simple, this statuesque floor length gown pairs a minimalistic column silhouette with dazzling black aurora borealis bugle beads so the wearer—and not her dress—does the ...
Vintage 1970's Black Jersey Maxi Gown with Cutout Rhinestone Column Size 2 4
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This gown is composed of a black jersey. Features a cutout waist with rhinestone detail. There is a center back zipper closure with buttons. In excellent vintage condition. **...
Marchesa Black Velvet Baroque Scroll Beaded Embroidered Tulle Column Dress Gown
By Marchesa
Located in Montgomery, TX
Marchesa Black Velvet Baroque Scroll Inspired Embroidery Tulle Dress Gown A look at once classic and modern, elegant and edgy—a black-velvet column gown takes on extravagant allure w...
Vera Wang Blush Neoclassical Delphos Column Gown with Trailing Ties – S, 2008
By Vera Wang
Located in Tucson, AZ
A gown so Neoclassical it looks as if it came right off a Greek statue, with floating sash ties that permit endless styling variations. Neither pink nor peach, this gown is a flatter...
Mr Blackwell Bejeweled Crepe Column
By Mr. Blackwell
Located in Gresham, OR
This 1960's asymmetrically bejeweled "Mr Blackwell Custom" creation is Mr. Blackwell at his classic best! Black rayon crepe extravagantly beaded and stoned for a one-shoulder effect-...
1960s Mollie Parnis Pastel Beaded Column Dress
By Mollie Parnis
Located in London, GB
Incredible vintage 1960s Mollie Parnis silk dress in pretty pastel stripes with all over beading. It is full length with a slit to one side of the skirt, attached waist belt and sid...
1970s Documented Loris Azzaro Black Tassel Column Dress
By Loris Azzaro
Located in London, GB
This documented elegant column dress was designed in the early 1970s by Loris Azzaro, whose simple and elegant lines came to epitomise the high end occasion wear of the era. His desi...
Oscar de la Renta Beaded Silk Column
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in New York, NY
Oscar de la Renta Beaded Black Silk Column with empire cut. Elaborately beaded bodice in tinsel, crystals, beads, embroidery and silk covered "stones". Motif continues to back where ...
1960s Black Crepe and Georgette Column Dress
Located in London, GB
This mid 1960s black column dress is chic, sophisticated and perfect for any formal occasion. It has a georgette fabric neckline which is slightly transparent, rounded to both the fr...
Byzantine Cream Jeweled Silk Column Hostess Maxi or Wedding Gown – S-M-, 1968
Located in Tucson, AZ
This columnar maxi dress chastely covers every inch of skin but oozes stature and grace thanks to Byzantine-era jeweling around the neck and wrists. Added opulence provided by the fr...
Gianfranco Ferre beige wool column dress, fw 1999
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in London, GB
▪ Gianfranco Ferre beige wool column dress ▪ Wide funnel neck with halter ▪ High leg slit at center-front ▪ Extra long skirt ▪ Fully lined ▪ IT 42 - FR 38 - UK 10 - US 6 ▪ Fall-Win...
2000s Jenny Packham Navy White Sequin and Beaded Column Dress
By Jenny Packham
Located in London, GB
This sequin-smothered gown was created by renowned British designer and occasion-wear specialist Jenny Packham in the late 1990s to very early 2000s. The silhouette is hugely flatter...
1987 Yves Saint Laurent Documented Strapless Black Column Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
This show-stopper of a gown from Yves Saint Laurent dates back to 1987. A truly stunning strapless dress that could easily become your go-to black evening dress, it is in the details...
Vintage Red Crepe Column Dress with Cut Out Back
Located in London, GB
A great red crepe gown, with an attractive cut out design at the back. The dress has a 24 1/2'' slit at the back , is fully lined and has a low round neckline.
Miu Miu by Miuccia Prada Brown Ruffled Column Dress, FW 1999
By Miuccia Prada, Miu Miu
Located in London, GB
Miu Miu by Miuccia Prada strapless floor-length column dress in dark chocolate brown technical fabrics, built from a central textured mesh panel and smooth woven side panels, with th...
Balenciaga 2011 gold chain halter neck draped column print maxi dress gown XS-M
By Balenciaga
Located in Milano, Lombardia
LOVE LALI Vintage Balenciaga Resort 2011 Halter neck draped column style maxi dress Gold and black chunky chain halter neck that ties at the back of the neck. This is fully removabl...
Givenchy Black High-slit Jersey Column Dress size FR 34 XS Long-sleeve Maxi
By Givenchy
Located in San Diego, CA
An exaggerated side slit makes it flexible to move in on the dance floor. Sleek Column Silhouette: This column-style gown creates a long, lean line that is both modern and timeless.
2017 Siah Howard Couture Runway Pink Maxi Dress with Silk Column Skirt
Located in London, GB
Siah Howard is a haute couture fashion label established in London in 2017. An eveningwear and wedding dress specialist, Howard’s fantastical designs are elaborate, elevated and othe...
Early 1980’s Michael Novarese Red Silk Drape Column Dress
By Michael Novarese
Located in London, GB
An early 1980’s Michael Novarese cardinal-red silk drape column dress, featuring a boat neckline, deep cut-away arm holes, the deep scooped back with self straps and double-face scul...
Elegant Mr. Blackwell 50s Floral Column w/ Structured Peplum w Matching Stole
By Mr. Blackwell
Located in Gresham, OR
Elegant Mr. Blackwell 50s Floral Column w/ Structured Peplum and Matching Stole: A fantastic example of Mr. Blackwell's 1950s style with a fitted column silhouette and beautiful str...
S/S 1997 Gucci by Tom Ford Black Diagonal Cut Sheer Silk Column Dress Slip
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a black sheer silk column slip dress designed by Tom Ford for Gucci's Spring/Summer 1997 collection. This piece represents the understated elegance and sensuality Ford bro...
1960s Cream Embroidered Column Dress with Pearl Trim
Located in London, GB
This opulent 1960s dress is a rare find. Unusually intricate in detail, it is crafted from glossy, pale cream satin and embroidered all-over with swirling vines and an assortment of ...
1990s Tatters White Tulle Ribbonwork Column Dress with Sequins
Located in London, GB
This romantic wedding dress was designed in the early 1990s by Tatters, a high-end London boutique that was located on the famous Kings Road in Chelsea and made bespoke designs. Craf...
1970s Beginnings Spaghetti Strap Column Dress with Bow Detail
Located in London, GB
This glamorous cocktail dress was designed by American dressmaker Beginnings during the 1970s. Tailored from black crepe, the fabric falls in a column style which curves and wraps ar...
DOLCE GABBANA 2014 Runway green roman coin column bejeweled skirt set IT38 XS
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Hong Kong, NT
DOLCE GABBANA 2014 Runway green roman coin column bejeweled skirt set IT38 XS Reference: MECG/A00077 Brand: Dolce Gabbana Designer: Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana Collection: 201...
Vintage 1960's Pink Sequin Peal Silk Organza Column Dress Cocktail Dress UK 8-10
Located in Nashville, TN
This truly spectacular 1960's silk organza dress, embellished in a striped pattern of pearlescent beads, silver sequins and large pink pearlescent sequins, is a masterpiece to behold...
Galanos 1970's Red Silk Flower Pendant Column Dress
By Galanos for Amelia Gray, Galanos
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A 1970's Galanos masterpiece approx. circa Spring 1974. This elegant dress was for Galanos's exclusive collaboration with the Beverly Hills luxury boutique, Amelia Gray. The red sil...
Unavailable|$1,295
Rare Angelo Mozzillo Column Evening Gown Spring 1999
By Angelo Mozzillo
Located in Athens, Agia Paraskevi
Rare Angelo Mozzillo Column Evening Gown Spring 1999
Unavailable|$1,250
NORMAN NORELL Black Column Evening Gown with Back Tie Detail
By Norman Norell
Located in New York, NY
The epitome of chic, this NORMAN NORELL dress is reminiscent of the classic fashion icon Hudrey Hepburn. Its simplicity yet striking beauty makes it a timeless piece of fashion histo...
Unavailable|$750
Oleg Cassini Black Jet Beaded Cage Column Formal Evening Gown
By Oleg Cassini
Located in San Francisco, CA
For your consideration is a fabulous Oleg Cassini Black formal gown. The double thick straps are heavily beaded with jet bugle beads with a cage back effect. Nice boning in the bod...
Unavailable|$680
Richilene Black Column Gown with Asymmetrical Ruched Bodice
By Richilene
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Please contact dealer prior to purchase for White Glove shipping options. Richilene Black Column Gown with Asymmetrical Ruched Bodice
Unavailable|$2,100
80s Valentino Black Velvet Column Gown with Rouched Cream Bodice
By Valentino
Located in San Francisco, CA
80s Valentino Black Velvet Column Gown with Rouched Cream Bodice. Structured interior bodice with boning and hook and eye closure. Zips up the back over the interior "corset". Fully ...
1980s Mary McFadden Couture Pleated Column Gown with Beaded Cage Bodice
By Mary McFadden
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Done in Mary McFadden's iconic micropleats, this gorgeous white column gown features Egyptian revival-inspired beading in a cage pattern across the bodice and shoulders. The fitted b...
50s Green Satin Column Gown with Beaded Bodice and Gathered Waist Sash
Located in San Francisco, CA
50s Green Satin Column Gown with Beaded Bodice and Gathered Waist Sash. Grecian-esque gathered skirt adornment. Metal zip up the back.
Unavailable|$795
60s Black Bow Joseph Magnin Column Dress
By Joseph Magnin Co.
Located in San Francisco, CA
60s Black Bow Joseph Magnin Column Dress
Unavailable|$475
60s Pastel Watercolor Print Silk Column Dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
60s Pastel Watercolor Print Silk Column Dress. Back zip closure.
Unavailable|$395
60s Black Beaded Column Dress w/ Peplum
Located in San Francisco, CA
60s Black Beaded Column Dress w/ Peplum. Back zip closure.
Unavailable|$699
80s Isaac Mizrahi Charcoal Strapless Column Dress
By Isaac Mizrahi
Located in San Francisco, CA
80s Isaac Mizrahi Charcoal Strapless Column Dress. Fabric feels like flannel. Strapless. Velvet trimmed front pockets. Zips up the back. Lined. Back walking slit: 22 1/2 inches
Unavailable|$180
1990s State of Claude Montana Black Column Dress
By Claude Montana
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Please contact dealer prior to purchase for White Glove shipping options. STATE OF CLAUDE MONTANA 90s Black Column Dress With Peek-A-Boo Shoulders
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