Vintage Galliano Black Ruffle Dress
By John Galliano
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A Vintage Galliano Black Ruffle Dress is a statement piece that would embody the dramatic and
Vintage Galliano Black Ruffle Dress
By John Galliano
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A Vintage Galliano Black Ruffle Dress is a statement piece that would embody the dramatic and
Sculptural Thierry Mugler FW 1986 Evening Gown Black Velvet Dress
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
"- The most elegantly dramatic evening gown! High quality black velvet dress, super dramatic famous
2008 Yves Saint Laurent Embellished Leopard Silk Chiffon Backless Dress Gown
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Montgomery, TX
France in 2008. The dress features a dramatic halter neckline and fluid floor-length silhouette, cut
ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE Runway metallic silver sequin plunge neck gown dress
By Alexandre Vauthier
Located in Hong Kong, NT
) that create a high-shine "liquid" metallic effect. The dress features a dramatic plunging V-neckline
Versace Black Metallic Dress With Hardware 2001
By Versace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
the figure with sleek precision. Designed with a plunging V neckline and dramatic low back, the dress
Versace Black Metallic Dress With Hardware 2001
By Versace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
the figure with sleek precision. Designed with a plunging V neckline and dramatic low back, the dress
YVES SAINT LAURENT by Stefano Pilati black draped caftan dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Dramatic, jet black caftan dress with draped sides at designed by Stefano Pilati for Yves Saint
Schiaparelli "Man Ray" Cold Shoulder Handkerchief Hem Dress Wearable Art
By Schiaparelli
Located in Los Angeles, CA
catching and dramatic Schiaparelli silk dress with shirtwaist style bodice extending into a flowing
$7,790
Size: See Measurement in description
GUCCI F/w 2008 Gucci Floral Painted Tube Origami Dress Gown
By Gucci
Located in 上海市, Xuhui district
Gucci Tube origami gown from the Fall/Winter 2008 collection, designed by Frida Giannini. The dress
Vintage Vicky Tiel 1980s Black Gold Ruched Bergdorf Evening Slit Maxi Dress Gown
By Bergdorf Goodman on The Plaza, Vicky Tiel
Located in San Diego, CA
from Vicky Tiel, this dramatic evening dress embodies the designer’s signature body-conscious elegance
1975 Gina Fratini Elizabeth Taylor Ombre Chiffon Wedding Dress Documented
By Gina Fratini
Located in Boca Raton, FL
, which look all the more dramatic with the dress’s ethereal angel sleeves. Accenting the look are silk
Malcolm Starr Rizkallah Sequined Gold Beaded Red Maxi Dress 1970s
By Rizkallah, Malcolm Starr
Located in Boca Raton, FL
dress is dramatic and alluring at once. The dress features an abstract print of blue and taupe spirals
1988 Ungaro Runway Documented Metallic Black Bustle Dress
By Emanuel Ungaro
Located in London, GB
Ungaro. With a dramatic square neckline, the dress is sleeveless but with an exaggerated double layer of
Vintage Oscar de la Renta 2007 Runway Silk Taffeta Embroidered Dress Gown US 8
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Montgomery, TX
gown designed to skim the floor for a dramatic silhouette. The dress itself presents as almost pristine
$5,490
Size: IT40 measurements in description
GUCCI By Tom Ford S/s 2004 Black Strapless Crystal Snake Dress NWT
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in 上海市, Xuhui district
This is a dramatic and glamorous strapless cocktail dress that exudes bold elegance. The dress
1950s Red Silk Off-The-Shoulder Dress
Located in London, GB
modelled without under skirts but these could be added for a more dramatic effect. The dress presents
1970s LOUIS FERAUD Attributed Blue Ruby Lined Pleated Ruffled Chiffon Dress
By Louis Feraud, Louis Feraud Paris
Located in Munich, DE
the elbow in two dramatic ruffles giving the dress an ethereal feel. They are unlined so that you get
1980s Nina Ricci Black Wool and Silk Cocktail Dress
By Nina Ricci
Located in London, GB
This dramatic Nina Ricci 1980s cocktail dress is silk lined with a black wool crepe overlay and a
Fall / Winter 2012 DOLCE & GABBANA Runway Floral Baroque sheer Angel Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Sheffield, GB
Runway Collection. MADE IN ITALY. The Dress features bellowing dramatic Sheer sleeves, with a nipped
Versace Resort 2017 Women's Black Tulle Sleeve Dress with Chiffon
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in London, GB
Super sexy and dramatic Versace tulle sleeve dress – from the Resort 2017 collection. Bought for
BILL BLASS Black Silk Dress With Faille Sleeves & Sash, C.1980
By Bill Blass
Located in Atlanta, GA
black silk dress with dramatic sleeves and a cummerbund style sash. This dress is loaded with a chic
1970s Cobalt Blue Jersey Cocktail Dress with Bat Wing Sleeves Size 8/10
Located in Atlanta, GA
This exquisite vintage 1970s cocktail dress is a true statement piece in radiant cobalt blue
1950's Saks Fifth Avenue Black Lace Cocktail Dress with Turquoise Ribbon
By Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1950's black lace cocktail dress from the Saks Fifth Avenue label. The empire waistline is
Lanvin Paris 2013 Shocking Pink & Black Beaded Modern Chemise Dress NWT Size 4-6
By Alber Elbaz, Lanvin Paris
Located in Palm Desert, CA
dramatic chic dress is NWT. Never worn. French size 36. Could fit a USA size 4-6. Lanvin Eté 2013 Elber
ALEXANDER McQUEEN F/W 2009 “The Horn of Plenty” Red Black Chevron Ruched Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
front; slightly raised hem in back of dress. Dramatically curved center front skirt seam creating ruched
1970's Purple Bohemian Kaftan
Located in Toronto, Ontario
kimono sleeves give this dress a dramatic touch and the back has a cape-like effect. Dress goes on over
Moroccan Caftan Floral Brocade Multicolored Embroidered Kaftan 1970s
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
while lounging at home or dressed up with dramatic accessories for a night out. One of a kind evening
Vintage Victor Costa Black Velvet Evening Gown, 1990s, Size 12
By Victor Costa
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
black velvet, this dramatic formal dress is designed with striking embellished long sleeves and a
Simone Rocha S/S 2024 Silk White Bow Gown
By Simone Rocha
Located in London, GB
Simone Rocha Spring Summer 2024 Silk white cream long bow gown. The dress features a dramatic bow
$450Sale Price|43% Off
Size: 4
Full Sleeve Vibrant Pink, Black, Gold Fit and Flare Brocade Gown with Pockets
By Barbara Tfank
Located in Los Angeles, CA
this dress a dramatic entrance, making it look with side-seam pockets that are both practical and a
1980s Victoria Royal Rhinestone Dolman Evening Gown
By Victoria Royal
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Gown, a stunning representation of the era's bold fashion. This black long sleeve maxi dress boasts a
Sensational 1990s Bill Blass Couture Nude Silk Chiffon Paisley Vintage 90s Gown
By Bill Blass
Located in San Diego, CA
dress with dramatic train! This is an original sample, and is incredibly well made! Regal paisley print
Christian Lacroix S/S 1996 Black Lace Panel Halter Gown
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Paris, FR
featuring intricate baroque motifs. The dress showcases a dramatic halterneck design with an open back
Moschino Silk Contoured Hoop-Skirt Gown
By Moschino
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
dress with dramatic earrings from Lawrence VRBA or Yves Saint Laurent to draw your eyes up and balance
Franco Moschino 1980s Vintage Illustrated Silk Scarf for Women, Teal
By Franco Moschino
Located in Aci Castello, IT
. Her ensemble, possibly incorporating glitter-effect tights and a chic dress, along with dramatic
Geoffrey Beene Black Silk Taffeta Lace Swing Jacket
By Geoffrey Beene
Located in New York, NY
trim. Great as an elegant coverup or belted as a dress. Dramatically cut as a full circle of taffeta
Christian Lacroix Black & White Rope Belt
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Palm Beach, FL
elegant gold-tone hardware and adjustable knots, it cinches the waist with dramatic flair—perfect for
Chanel Black & Navy Metallic Wool Blend Cape 2019
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
, or layer it over Alexander McQueen’s structured dresses for dramatic impact. The versatility of this
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.
From handbags and heels to jackets and jewels, Sharon Coplan Hurowitz has a deep admiration for (and collection of) all things Chanel.
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.