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Dior Couture Evening Ball Gowns

Golden yellow gazar ball gown by Christian Dior - Paris Ligne Libre 1957
Golden yellow gazar ball gown by Christian Dior - Paris Ligne Libre 1957

Golden yellow gazar ball gown by Christian Dior - Paris Ligne Libre 1957

By Christian Dior

Located in Toulon, FR

Spring-Summer 1957 Collection. Paris, France Ball gown in organza by Christian Dior Haute Couture

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1950s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Christian Dior by John Galliano S/S 2005 Embellished White Silk Gown
Christian Dior by John Galliano S/S 2005 Embellished White Silk Gown

Christian Dior by John Galliano S/S 2005 Embellished White Silk Gown

By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in Jersey City, NJ

extraordinary archival Dior gown, ideal as an alternative bridal dress, a collector’s centerpiece, or a once in

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Early 2000s French Evening Gowns

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2005 Christian Dior by John Galliano Colorful Tie Dye Floral Silk Bias-Cut Dress
2005 Christian Dior by John Galliano Colorful Tie Dye Floral Silk Bias-Cut Dress

2005 Christian Dior by John Galliano Colorful Tie Dye Floral Silk Bias-Cut Dress

By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Guggenheim Museum's Young Collectors Council Artists Ball hosted by Dior and Riley Keough with John Galliano

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Early 2000s European Aesthetic Evening Dresses

A Christian Dior Couture Ball-Gown Numbered 03683 Circa 1954/1957
A Christian Dior Couture Ball-Gown Numbered 03683 Circa 1954/1957

A Christian Dior Couture Ball-Gown Numbered 03683 Circa 1954/1957

By Christian Dior

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1954/1957 France Astonishing ball-gown by Christian Dior in printed cotton and embroidered

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1950s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

A Pierre Balmain Couture Ballgown numbered 87681 in Cream Silk Circa 1955/1957
A Pierre Balmain Couture Ballgown numbered 87681 in Cream Silk Circa 1955/1957

A Pierre Balmain Couture Ballgown numbered 87681 in Cream Silk Circa 1955/1957

By Pierre Balmain Couture, Pierre Balmain

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1955/1957 France Majestic cocktail or ball gown in silk ottoman embroidered Champagne by

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1950s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Jeanne Lanvin Catwalk Couture Gown Circa 1945/1950
Jeanne Lanvin Catwalk Couture Gown Circa 1945/1950

Jeanne Lanvin Catwalk Couture Gown Circa 1945/1950

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Size: Equivalent french size 38

Jeanne Lanvin Catwalk Couture Gown Circa 1945/1950

By Jeanne Lanvin

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1945/1950 France Paris Gorgeous Haute Couture evening dress Jeanne Lanvin dating from 1945

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1940s French Ball Gowns

Dior Couture 1981
Dior Couture 1981

Dior Couture 1981

By Christian Dior

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Property of a well known American actress of the 20th c. Ballgown, domino and matching belt of red silk taffeta, velvet , suede and gilt. The bodice is appliqued velvet and taffeta ...

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1980s French Ball Gowns

Spring/Summer 1954 Christian Dior Silk Ball Gown
Spring/Summer 1954 Christian Dior Silk Ball Gown

Spring/Summer 1954 Christian Dior Silk Ball Gown

By Christian Dior, Christian Dior Haute Couture

Located in New York, NY

A fine and extraordinary Christian Dior silk organza ball gown form the Spring/Summer 1954 H

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1950s French Evening Gowns

1976 Ossie Clark Broderie Anglaise Dress
1976 Ossie Clark Broderie Anglaise Dress

1976 Ossie Clark Broderie Anglaise Dress

By Ossie Clark

Located in London, GB

A one-of-a-kind Ossie Clark couture white broderie anglaise cotton full-length dress. This dress

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1970s Ball Gowns

1965 CHRISTIAN DIOR Haute Couture Numbered black silk dress
1965 CHRISTIAN DIOR Haute Couture Numbered black silk dress

1965 CHRISTIAN DIOR Haute Couture Numbered black silk dress

By Marc Bohan, Christian Dior

Located in Newport Beach, CA

1965 CHRISTIAN DIOR Haute Couture Numbered black silk dress. This elegant, haute couture dress

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1960s French Toga Dresses

Oscar De la Renta Silk Taffeta Gown
Oscar De la Renta Silk Taffeta Gown

Oscar De la Renta Silk Taffeta Gown

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in Topanga, CA

Oscar De la Renta black silk taffeta ball gown. Exaggerated puffed shoulders, plunging v neckline

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1980s American Evening Gowns

Vintage 2005 Christian Dior by John Galliano Colorful Floral Silk Bias-Cut Dress
Vintage 2005 Christian Dior by John Galliano Colorful Floral Silk Bias-Cut Dress

Vintage 2005 Christian Dior by John Galliano Colorful Floral Silk Bias-Cut Dress

By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Guggenheim Museum's Young Collectors Council Artists Ball hosted by Dior in the same dress and Riley Keough

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Early 2000s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses

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Located in West Hollywood, CA

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1990s Italian Heels

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By Valentino

Located in Miami, FL

Guaranteed authentic Valentino black satin D'Orsay pump. Peeptoe with signature bold bow. Hidden .25" platform. High stiletto heel. Comes with box. final sale Mightychic offers ...

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2010s Italian High Heels

1950s Bes-Ben Ivory Feather & Pearl Medallion Cocktail Hat
1950s Bes-Ben Ivory Feather & Pearl Medallion Cocktail Hat

1950s Bes-Ben Ivory Feather & Pearl Medallion Cocktail Hat

By Bes-Ben

Located in Gresham, OR

A fabulous and rare 1950s Bes-Ben cream exotic feather and faux pearl medallion hat. Couture-style soft construction with organza lining. With their signature whimsical style, Bes-Be...

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1950s American Hats

Midnight Black Fully Lined Silk Chiffon Beaded Evening Top
Midnight Black Fully Lined Silk Chiffon Beaded Evening Top

Midnight Black Fully Lined Silk Chiffon Beaded Evening Top

Located in New York, NY

This wonderfully elegant midnight black fully lined silk chiffon beaded evening top features an invisible side zipper measuring 11 inches with hook & eye. The length measures 2...

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1990s Italian Bustiers

EAVIS & BROWN 90's Vintage Silk Embroidered Cowl Backless Evening Gown Maxi
EAVIS & BROWN 90's Vintage Silk Embroidered Cowl Backless Evening Gown Maxi

EAVIS & BROWN 90's Vintage Silk Embroidered Cowl Backless Evening Gown Maxi

By Eavis & Brown

Located in Leonardo, NJ

perfect for bride, bridal, wedding Eavis & Brown 1990's Vintage Iridescent ivory silk with breathtaking floral embroidering 100% silk Low cowl back Diamond side panels Godet on bott...

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1990s Evening Gowns

1950s Amazing Vintage Silk Chiffon Full Circle Cocktail Dress
1950s Amazing Vintage Silk Chiffon Full Circle Cocktail Dress

1950s Amazing Vintage Silk Chiffon Full Circle Cocktail Dress

Located in Sparks, NV

Stunning vintage cocktail dress with a full swinging delicate silk chiffon skirt and draped bustline. Gorgeous quality and construction with what seems like miles of silk fabric. ...

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1950s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Salvatore Ferragamo S/S 1998 Scarf Halter Gown Dress Drew Barrymore
Salvatore Ferragamo S/S 1998 Scarf Halter Gown Dress Drew Barrymore

Salvatore Ferragamo S/S 1998 Scarf Halter Gown Dress Drew Barrymore

By Salvatore Ferragamo

Located in Melbourne, VIC

Prémode presents Salvatore Ferragamo S/S 1998 Scarf Halter Gown In 1998, Ferragamo created a custom gown for Drew Barrymore from approximately 50 of the house's silk scarves. Worn t...

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1990s Italian Maxi Dress

GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Ruby Red Wool Button Front Dress
GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Ruby Red Wool Button Front Dress

GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Ruby Red Wool Button Front Dress

By Givenchy, Alexander McQueen

Located in Thiensville, WI

GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Ruby Red Wool Knit Fitted Button Front Dress Circa: 1998 Label(s): Givenchy / Couture / Made In France / Paris / 8HG 8520152830 Desig...

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1990s French Informal Dresses

F/W 2004 Christian Dior by John Galliano Leopard Print Fur Zip Hooded Jacket
F/W 2004 Christian Dior by John Galliano Leopard Print Fur Zip Hooded Jacket

F/W 2004 Christian Dior by John Galliano Leopard Print Fur Zip Hooded Jacket

By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Presenting a stunning leopard print rabbit fur Christian Dior oversized coat designed by John Galliano. From the Fall/Winter 2004 'Gambler' collection, the leopard printed fur debute...

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Early 2000s French Jackets

Gucci Alligator and Leather Boots Rare Fall Winter 2005 Sz 8
Gucci Alligator and Leather Boots Rare Fall Winter 2005 Sz 8

Gucci Alligator and Leather Boots Rare Fall Winter 2005 Sz 8

By Gucci

Located in Conroe, TX

Worn Twice Uppers are Perfect 2005 Runway Show * Gucci * U.S. Size: 8 * Soft Brown Leather * Alligator Uppers * Gold Buckle * 4.25" Heel * Gold Leather Lining * With Gucci Boot Dust ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Shoes

Oscar de la Renta Purple Ombre Houndstooth Check Silk Cocktail Dress
Oscar de la Renta Purple Ombre Houndstooth Check Silk Cocktail Dress

Oscar de la Renta Purple Ombre Houndstooth Check Silk Cocktail Dress

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in San Francisco, CA

Oscar de la Renta silk pencil cut cocktail dress in a purple checked houndstooth pattern and ombre mid section. Back zip and hook and eye. 100% silk. Made in USA. Size 8. Runs sli...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Sheath Dresses

Gucci by Tom Ford Black Knit fitted Spaghetti Strap Dress
Gucci by Tom Ford Black Knit fitted Spaghetti Strap Dress

Gucci by Tom Ford Black Knit fitted Spaghetti Strap Dress

By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

2000s Gucci Black Knit fitted dress with thin strap. Size 0/2 ***small flaws ( see last pic attached)

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1990s Italian Mini Dress

Christian Dior Spectadior Buckle Brogue Maryjane Cap Toe Pointed Toe Pumps 37.5
Christian Dior Spectadior Buckle Brogue Maryjane Cap Toe Pointed Toe Pumps 37.5

Christian Dior Spectadior Buckle Brogue Maryjane Cap Toe Pointed Toe Pumps 37.5

By Christian Dior

Located in Mechanicsville, VA

Dior Buckle Maryjane Spectadior Pumps 37.5 Color Red Black Size 37.5EU Heel Height 3.25in Leather upper Leather sole Pointed toe with angled tip Buckle and brogue detail at vamp Me...

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2010s Shoes

Alexander McQueen 1990s Vintage Fucsia Viscose Adjustable Flared Dress
Alexander McQueen 1990s Vintage Fucsia Viscose Adjustable Flared Dress

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By Alexander McQueen

Located in Capri, IT

Alexander McQueen Fucsia viscose dress McQueen adjustable flared dress totally made in italy size 40 composition: viscose

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

1960's Nina Ricci Black Couture Dress with Mink Trim
1960's Nina Ricci Black Couture Dress with Mink Trim

1960's Nina Ricci Black Couture Dress with Mink Trim

By Nina Ricci

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Elegant couture made late 1960's black silk cocktail dress with fitted corset bustier and dark brown mink fur trimmed bodice. The full skirt adds a touch of volume to the dress. Hand...

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1960s French Cocktail Dresses

Gucci F/W 2006 Runway Plunging Neckline Gold Metallic Mini Dress
Gucci F/W 2006 Runway Plunging Neckline Gold Metallic Mini Dress

Gucci F/W 2006 Runway Plunging Neckline Gold Metallic Mini Dress

By Gucci

Located in Naples, FL

Gucci F/W 2006 Runway Plunging Neckline Gold Metallic Mini Dress Size M Gucci gold metallic mini dress featuring plunging neckline, long sleeves and tie accents at neck. From the Fa...

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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

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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.

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