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Mariano Fortuny Black Delphos Gown
By Fortuny
Located in New York, NY
Gown was a simple column of vertical pleats permanently set in silk by a process never successfully
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Delphos Gowns

Deco Beaded Dot Dance Dress
Located in New York, NY
French art deco dress of black beaded dots which graduate from small to large across bodice and skirt on silk chiffon base. Beautiful quality workmanship. The dress has a waist where...
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1930s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Rare Jeanne Lanvin Art Deco Tulle Gown
By Jeanne Lanvin
Located in New York, NY
Rare and important Jeanne Lanvin Tulle Art Deco gown from Summer 1931 of grasshopper green silk
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1930s French Evening Gowns

Mariano Fortuny Amythest Delphos Gown
By Fortuny
Located in New York, NY
Gown was a simple column of vertical pleats permanently set in silk by a process never successfully
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Delphos Gowns

Mariano Fortuny Amethyst Delphos Gown
By Fortuny
Located in Riverdale, NY
Gown was a simple column of vertical pleats permanently set in silk by a process never successfully
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Delphos Gowns

Mariano Fortuny Black Delphos Gown
By Fortuny
Located in Riverdale, NY
, the Delphos Gown was a simple column of vertical pleats permanently set in silk by a process never
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Delphos Gowns

1930s Dark Rust Silk Velvet Ruched Evening Gown
Located in San Francisco, CA
1930s very Dark Rust Silk Velvet Ruched Evening Gown. Sleeves have been draped into folds that
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1930s Evening Dresses and Gowns

MORPHEW ATELIER Black Antique Rayon & Silk Chantilly Lace Backless Gown Trained
Located in New York, NY
gown can be worn while dancing.
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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Gowns

MORPHEW ATELIER Black Antique Rayon & Silk Chantilly Lace Backless Gown Trained
By Morphew
Located in New York, NY
gown can be worn while dancing. MORPHEW ATELIER Black Antique Rayon & Silk Chantilly Lace Backless
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21st Century and Contemporary Formal Gowns

Stephen Burrows Classic Cream Lettuce-Edge Gown
By Stephen Burrows
Located in Greenport, NY
part of the disco-dancing scene of the 1970s. Burrows was one of the five American designers to show at
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Early 2000s American Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Bob Mackie 1982 Fully Beaded *Flame* Dress from European Dance Competition
By Bob Mackie
Located in Montgomery, TX
% Silk, Fully Lined, Back zip closure. Dress was used for European Dance Competition. Excellent vintage
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1980s American Evening Dresses

Alfred Bosand Vintage Black & Gold Plisse Pleated Ruffle Sleeve Silk Gown
By Alfred Bosand
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible vintage ALFRED BOSAND couture black and gold gown! Features a silk accordion pleated
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1970s American Evening Gowns

MORPHEW ATELIER Black & Gold Striped Silk Lurex Chiffon With Metal Mesh Gown
By Morphew
Located in New York, NY
Deco Erté inspired gown with vintage 1970s silk & lurex chiffon for the feather trimmed skirt. The
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21st Century and Contemporary Formal Gowns

1970s Accordion-Pleated Jersey Gown
Located in New York, NY
This fantastic 1970s jersey gown would not look out of place on Diana Ross or Jerry Hall at Studio
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1970s Maxi Dress

Y2k Stephen Burrows Zebra Stripe Silk Chiffon Gown with Beaded Asym Neckline
By Stephen Burrows
Located in Greenport, NY
Y2k Stephen Burrows Zebra Stripe Silk Chiffon Gown with Beaded Asymmetrical Neckline Labeled size
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Early 2000s Evening Gowns

Fabulous Vintage Werle of Beverly Hills Demi Couture Black Crochet Dress / Gown
By WERLE of Beverly Hills
Located in San Diego, CA
Extraordinary vintage WERLE of BEVERLY HILLS black silk Demi couture gown! Features mostly hand
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1970s French Evening Gowns

Marchesa Notte Size 6 / 8 Black Raspberry Pink Gatsby Flapper Style Fringe Gown
By Marchesa, Marchesa Notte
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous Marchesa Notte Fall 2014 black Gatsby Flapper style fringe gown ! This dress has it all
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2010s Evening Gowns

Geoffrey Beene Black Satin and Soutache Dance Dress
By Geoffrey Beene
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Geoffrey Beene Satin and Soutache Dance Dress of black silk satin, ribbon lace with nude
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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

1920s French Art Deco Gold & Black Harlequin Sequin Dancing Dress--Ultra Rare!
Located in Gresham, OR
A truly spectacular 1920s French-made Art Deco styled harlequin patterned sequin dancing dress in
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1920s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Bill Blass Vintage Size 12 / 14 Black Silk Chiffon 1990s Long Sleeve 90s Gown
By Bill Blass
Located in San Diego, CA
hook-and-eye closure. Slit at bottom center chiffon hem makes this gem perfect for dancing! The
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1990s American Evening Gowns

Mariano Fortuny Rare Shell Pink Long Sleeved Delphos Gown
By Fortuny
Located in New York, NY
classical sculpture, the Delphos Gown was a simple column of vertical pleats permanently set in silk by a
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Delphos Gowns

Mariano Fortuny Rare Shell Pink Long Sleeved Delphos Gown
By Fortuny
Located in Riverdale, NY
Greek classical sculpture, the Delphos Gown was a simple column of vertical pleats permanently set in
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Delphos Gowns

1970s RED GOWN WITH LACE COLLAR
Located in New York, NY
look elegant but also be able to move (and dance). Measurements: Note that the fabric stretches, as
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1970s Maxi Dress

1980 Bill Blass Black Silk Crepe One-Shoulder Gown w/ Lace Skirt and Fuchsia Bow
By Bill Blass
Located in Gresham, OR
A fantastic late 1970s to 1980 Bill Blass black silk crepe one-shoulder evening gown with a black
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1970s American Evening Gowns

Karl Lagerfeld Vintage 1980s Ballerina Dancer Embellished Black Dress
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in San Francisco, CA
Karl Lagerfeld vintage 1980s black wool long sleeve dress with embellished rhinestone/crystal ballerina at front and great seam detailing at bodice. Leg of mutton sleeves with rhines...
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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

1950s Philip Hulitar Ivory and Black Velvet Pearl Encrusted Beaded Gown
By Philip Hulitar
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
perfect party dress or great for wedding. Gown has intricate black velvet, ivory silk chiffon, pearl
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1950s American Vintage Bridal Gowns

Amazing 1990s Novelty Print Ballrom Dancers Vintage 90s Black Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
! Features a soft rayon body, with a tailored fit. Black on the top, with fun prints of ballroom dancers of
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1990s Cocktail Dresses

ZIMMERMANN Dancer Blush Garden pink floral print ruched waist puff sleeves dress
By Zimmermann
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ZIMMERMANN Dancer Blush Garden pink floral print ruched waist puff sleeves dress Sz2 M Reference
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2010s Chinese Cocktail Dresses

Iconic 1996 Madonna 'Evita' Film-Worn Beaded Ivory Silk Couture Archival Gown
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
gorgeous gown in the scenes at the Inaugural Ball as she dances and movingly sings the song, "High Flying
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1990s Aesthetic Evening Dresses

1950 Fred Perlberg Crimson Indian-Inspired Dancing Dress W/ Full Skirt
By Fred Perlberg
Located in Gresham, OR
1950s Fred Perlberg Indian-Inspired dancing dress in crimson nylon organza and gold metallic
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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

40s Black Crepe Halter Evening Gown with Green Sequined Embellishment on Bodice
Located in San Francisco, CA
40s Black Crepe Halter Evening Gown with Green Sequined Embellishment on Bodice. Peplum. Metal
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1940s Cocktail Dresses

Aqua Ombré Tie Dye Chiffon Ball Gown with Ostrich Feather Trim – XS, 1960s
Located in Tucson, AZ
A gown worthy of a dance number with Fred Astaire, this dress has drama by the handful. Yards of
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1960s American Ball Gowns

Vintage Purple Silk Embroidered Maxi Dress Anarkali Kashmir Princess Gown
Located in North Hollywood, CA
. Each dress is unique and no two are alike, these glorious hand-embroidered dress gown are fully lined
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Mid-20th Century Indian Maxi Dress

Emma Domb Ivory Floor Length Bateau Neck Wedding Gown with Empire Bow - S, 1950s
By Emma Domb
Located in Tucson, AZ
floor-length gown to fill both roles. Its shorter hemline and swirling skirt are ideal for dancing
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1950s American Wedding Dresses

Rita Hayworth Dancing in Gown
By George Hurrell
Located in Austin, TX
Stunning black and white capture of actress Rita Hayworth dancing in a gown outdoors. Rita
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1960s Contemporary Black and White Photography

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Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Archival Pigment

Marchesa Notte Size 10 Light Blue Sequin Embroidered Gatsby Flapper Style Dress
By Marchesa, Marchesa Notte
Located in San Diego, CA
style gown ! Features embroidery on the front and back in vibrant colors of pink, blue and black. Nude
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Early 2000s Evening Gowns

Roberto Cavalli Class 2000s Nude Gold Size 2 / 4 Deco Beaded Fringe Mesh Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in San Diego, CA
From ROBERTO CAVALLI’S elevated line, this Roberto Cavalli Class gown has it all ! Nude mesh, with
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Early 2000s Italian Evening Gowns

Fred Perlberg 1940s Black and Gold Evening Dress with Matching Gloves
By Fred Perlberg
Located in London, GB
gloves is designed to turn heads on the dance floor. Part of its 'creator's lovingly titled range of
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1940s American Evening Dresses

Chartreuse and Gold Brocade Party Dress
By Barbara Tfank
Located in Los Angeles, CA
a detachable belt. Perfect to dance in, this dress is vibrant and will make a splash. Truly unique.
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1950s North American Evening Dresses

Iconic Archival Alexander McQueen SS 2012 Laser Cut Silk Lace Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Berlin, BE
delicate yet bold pattern, reminiscent of gothic architecture and baroque opulence, dances across the skin
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2010s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Extremely Rare Mariano Fortuny Cotton Delphos
By Fortuny
Located in New York, NY
dresses have been documented and survived. Named after a Greek classical sculpture, the Delphos Gown
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Delphos Gowns

Vintage 1930s Black Lace Boho Dress
Located in London, GB
party or dancing. It has black ribbon straps. Measurements; Bust up to 38''. length 36''
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1930s British Evening Dresses and Gowns

1970s Benny Ong for Mushroom Boutique Red Halter Neck Dress
Located in London, GB
movement - a fantastic dress to dance in that hints at traditional flamenco styles. The dress fastens at
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1970s British Evening Dresses

Torso Creations Red Matte Jersey Draped & Ruched Tango Dress w Rhinestone Trim
By Torso Creations
Located in Gresham, OR
, great for dancing the Tango (on a tile floor, of course. Valentino would have wanted it that way.) Slip
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21st Century and Contemporary American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Versace pink medusa logo runway dress, SS 2005
By Donatella Versace
Located in London, GB
photoshoot for 'Confessions on the dance floor'. Condition: Good. Some small marks as shown in the photos
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Early 2000s European Evening Dresses

Versace pink medusa logo runway dress, SS 2005
Versace pink medusa logo runway dress, SS 2005
Size: Italian 40. International Small.
Stephen Burrows Zebra Print Silk Chiffon Maxi Halter Dress with Bejeweled Bust
By Stephen Burrows
Located in Greenport, NY
" curly-edges, became an integral part of the disco-dancing scene of the 1970s. Burrows was one of the
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Early 2000s Evening Gowns

Roberto Cavalli black silk crepe evening dress with allover jewel print, fw 2002
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in London, GB
neckline ▪ Floor-length skirt with train and dancing loop ▪ Size Medium ▪ Made in Italy All photographs
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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage Filigree Limited Evening Dress
Located in London, GB
great for dancing. Measurements: Bust 38'', length 53''
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1980s British Evening Dresses and Gowns

1960s Mardi Gras By Levino Verna Red Silk Chiffon Dress
Located in London, GB
movement when worn, making this piece a marvellous choice for dancing. The dress is lined in silk crepe and
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1960s American Evening Dresses

1930s Black Bias Cut Crepe Dress With Green Moire Details
Located in San Francisco, CA
to secure train while dancing.
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1930s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Yves Saint Laurent 1980s Black Backless Evening Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
, allowing for ease of movement and the freedom to dance throughout the evening. The standout feature of this
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1980s French Evening Dresses

1940s Koret Maroon Sequin Evening Arm Bag
By Koret, Neiman Marcus
Located in San Francisco, CA
used for dancing in night clubs. The body of the bag is entirely decorated with brilliant maroon sequin
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1940s Evening Dresses and Gowns

1990s Janine of London Lillie Rubin Silver Grey Metallic Crushed Velvet Dress
By Janine of London, Lillie Rubin
Located in San Diego, CA
just the right amount of attention, and is amazing on the dance floor! Such a flattering dress that
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1990s Italian Evening Dresses

Beautiful Vintage La Mendola Silk Chiffon ' Hibiscus ' Dress ' Made in Italy'
By La Mendola
Located in San Diego, CA
stunning on, and looks great alone, or belted...Wonderful on the dance floor! Looks great for a daytime
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1970s Italian Evening Gowns

Ceil Chapman Navy Chiffon Portrait Collar Dress with Shoulder Bow - Med, 1950s
By Ceil Chapman
Located in Tucson, AZ
to Christian Dior. The kind of dress that should only be worn dancing under a full moon to Glenn
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1950s American Evening Dresses

Von Fürstenberg Munich 1950s Bow Embellished Red Silk Couture Cocktail Dress
Located in Munich, DE
This is an enchanting and elegant couture dance dress by Von Fürstenberg from the 1950s. The "New
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1950s German Evening Dresses

1990s Oleg Cassini Gold Beaded and Paillette Sequin Dress
By Black Tie by Oleg Cassini
Located in London, GB
dress made for the dance floor as the beads shimmy and echo the movement of the wearer as they dance
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1990s Chinese Cocktail Dresses

1990s Jean Louis Scherrer Satin Dress
By Jean-Louis Scherrer
Located in Miami, FL
Jean Louis Scherrer was a dancer who was then a fashion designer, training under Yves Saint Laurent
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1990s French Cocktail Dresses

Moschino Cheap & Chic Spring 1993 Carwash Hem Size 6 / 8 Black Vintage 90s Dress
By Franco Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in San Diego, CA
. Would look great on the dance floor. The perfect timeless little black dress with just the right amount
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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Alaia Maxi Flared Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Bressanone, Trentino-Alto Adige
closure. Can be worn off shoulder or dancer neckline. Size 38 FR. Measurements: Shoulders 31cm Chest 34cm
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

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Dance Gown For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate vintage or contemporary dance gown for your needs in our varied inventory. Many people prefer black, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find red, brown and more options on these pages. If you’re looking for a dance 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 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. An accessory like this designed by Fortuny, Fred Perlberg and Lillie Rubin — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured item — is worth considering. 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 Dance Gown?

Prices for a dance gown can differ depending upon size, designer and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $150 and can go as high as $1,200,000, while, on average they fetch $1,248.

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