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Dramatic Evening Gown

Roberto Cavalli Black Jersey Evening Gown With Gold Snake Hardware
Roberto Cavalli Black Jersey Evening Gown With Gold Snake Hardware

Roberto Cavalli Black Jersey Evening Gown With Gold Snake Hardware

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in Los Angeles, CA

-neck, gathered fabric laced with gold snake hardware at center front, slinky fit, and dramatic evening

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1990s Italian Evening Gowns

Sculptural Thierry Mugler FW 1986 Evening Gown Black Velvet Dress
Sculptural Thierry Mugler FW 1986 Evening Gown Black Velvet Dress

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

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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Dramatic Silk Satin Embroidered Dressing Gown
Dramatic Silk Satin Embroidered Dressing Gown

Dramatic Silk Satin Embroidered Dressing Gown

Located in New York, NY

Dramatic Retro Silk Satin Embroidered Dressing Gown from the 1940's. Shirtwaist style in slinky

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1940s American Evening Gowns

Dramatic Bill Blass Taffeta Bow Gown
Dramatic Bill Blass Taffeta Bow Gown

Dramatic Bill Blass Taffeta Bow Gown

By Bill Blass

Located in New York, NY

Extravagant and iconic Bill Blass 2 toned Silk Taffeta Bow Gown with black silk crepe body

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1980s American Evening Dresses

Marie Pierre Tattarachi Dramatic Draped Jersey Gown
Marie Pierre Tattarachi Dramatic Draped Jersey Gown

Marie Pierre Tattarachi Dramatic Draped Jersey Gown

Located in New York, NY

Marie Pierre Tattarachi's black matte jersey gown with dramatic back interest. Large padded roll

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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Black Lace Dramatic Flutter Sleeve Mermaid Gown, 1930s
Black Lace Dramatic Flutter Sleeve Mermaid Gown, 1930s

Black Lace Dramatic Flutter Sleeve Mermaid Gown, 1930s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Magnificent 1930's black lace gown. Black lace overlay on a black slip with beige detail at the

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Early 20th Century Evening Gowns

Delpozo Dreamy One-Shoulder Polka Dot Dramatic Silk Chiffon Gown
Delpozo Dreamy One-Shoulder Polka Dot Dramatic Silk Chiffon Gown

Delpozo Dreamy One-Shoulder Polka Dot Dramatic Silk Chiffon Gown

By Delpozo

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A dreamy entrance gown in soft purple polka dot by Delpozo. A one shoulder fitted bodice and

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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses

1960s Werle Glamorous Black Glittered Silk Chiffon Gown w/ Dramatic Sleeves
1960s Werle Glamorous Black Glittered Silk Chiffon Gown w/ Dramatic Sleeves

1960s Werle Glamorous Black Glittered Silk Chiffon Gown w/ Dramatic Sleeves

By Werle Beverly Hills, WERLE of Beverly Hills

Located in Gresham, OR

1960s Werle glamorous Mod black glittered silk chiffon gown with nude silk crepe insets at sides

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1960s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Jean Paul Gaultier Dramatic Goth Dress Gown with Flowing Cape   New
Jean Paul Gaultier Dramatic Goth Dress Gown with Flowing Cape   New

Jean Paul Gaultier Dramatic Goth Dress Gown with Flowing Cape New

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Dramatic goth black sleeveless gown with attached cape by Jean Paul Gaultier. Fashioned of a

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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Gowns

Roberto Cavalli F/W 2008 Runway Dramatic Ballgown Dress
Roberto Cavalli F/W 2008 Runway Dramatic Ballgown Dress

Roberto Cavalli F/W 2008 Runway Dramatic Ballgown Dress

By Valentino, Roberto Cavalli

Located in Los Angeles, CA

long and wide train offers a full dramatic flair. Condition: very good; some wear. GOWN HAS BEEN

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Early 2000s Evening Gowns

Thierry Mugler Black Lace Dress 1992 Dramatic Sculptural Sexy
Thierry Mugler Black Lace Dress 1992 Dramatic Sculptural Sexy

Thierry Mugler Black Lace Dress 1992 Dramatic Sculptural Sexy

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Berlin, BE

. What sets this dress apart is the dramatic, sheer mesh detail that sweeps across the chest and

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

1990’s Thierry Mugler Dramatic Black Velvet Trim Dress
1990’s Thierry Mugler Dramatic Black Velvet Trim Dress

1990’s Thierry Mugler Dramatic Black Velvet Trim Dress

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Concord, NC

Thierry Mugler dramatic black velvet trim dress. Features a jagged cutout design with black flocked

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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Iconic Rare ISSEY MIYAKE PLEATS PLEASE Scorpio Dress Black Sculptural Dramatic
Iconic Rare ISSEY MIYAKE PLEATS PLEASE Scorpio Dress Black Sculptural Dramatic

Iconic Rare ISSEY MIYAKE PLEATS PLEASE Scorpio Dress Black Sculptural Dramatic

By Pleats Please, Issey Miyake

Located in Berlin, BE

Breathtaking ISSEY MIYAKE Design! Can't get over this beautiful construction! The Pleats Please Scorpio Dress. It's fascinating to me how something made of soft, liquid feeling fabri...

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Early 2000s Japanese Evening Dresses and Gowns

2006 Gucci Navy & Silver Beaded Cocktail Dress w/Dramatic Neck Ties
2006 Gucci Navy & Silver Beaded Cocktail Dress w/Dramatic Neck Ties

2006 Gucci Navy & Silver Beaded Cocktail Dress w/Dramatic Neck Ties

By Gucci

Located in Studio City, CA

neckties which, when tied, hang dramatically down the back. Hidden side zipper closure and silk interior

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Dramatic 1980s Black Jersey Cutout Jumpsuit by Vicky Tiel Paris
Dramatic 1980s Black Jersey Cutout Jumpsuit by Vicky Tiel Paris

Dramatic 1980s Black Jersey Cutout Jumpsuit by Vicky Tiel Paris

By Vicky Tiel

Located in Milano, IT

the body, the jumpsuit features strong padded shoulders, a sculpted high neck, and dramatic cutouts at

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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

1940s Orchid Print Rayon Crepe Dress W/ Dramatic Orchid Corsage
1940s Orchid Print Rayon Crepe Dress W/ Dramatic Orchid Corsage

1940s Orchid Print Rayon Crepe Dress W/ Dramatic Orchid Corsage

Located in Gresham, OR

dramatic orchid corsage at left side of neckline made from matching dress fabric that has been padded

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1940s American Cocktail Dresses

Tom Ford Dramatic Blue "Circle" Sleeve Cocktail Dress with Exposed Back 2013
Tom Ford Dramatic Blue "Circle" Sleeve Cocktail Dress with Exposed Back 2013

Tom Ford Dramatic Blue "Circle" Sleeve Cocktail Dress with Exposed Back 2013

By Tom Ford

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer an iconic Tom Ford circle dress featuring dramatic fluted

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

A Vintage 1980s dramatic sleeve black cocktail dress by Gina Fratini
A Vintage 1980s dramatic sleeve black cocktail dress by Gina Fratini

A Vintage 1980s dramatic sleeve black cocktail dress by Gina Fratini

By Gina Fratini

Located in London, GB

A great 1980s party dress by Gina Fratini. The dress has a v neckline, and long sleaves in black velvet. It has wonderful frills on the shoulder and a central back zip.

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1970s British Cocktail Dresses

Jean Paul Gaultier Coco-Brown Dramatic Deep-V Front Draped Maxi-Dress
Jean Paul Gaultier Coco-Brown Dramatic Deep-V Front Draped Maxi-Dress

Jean Paul Gaultier Coco-Brown Dramatic Deep-V Front Draped Maxi-Dress

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in New York, NY

Jean Paul Gaultier dramatic coco-brown maxi body-hugging dress has a deep-V front. The shoulders

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1990s Italian Maxi Dress

14k Gold and 25 Diamond Gauthier Jewelry Dome Ring Circa 1980s
14k Gold and 25 Diamond Gauthier Jewelry Dome Ring Circa 1980s

14k Gold and 25 Diamond Gauthier Jewelry Dome Ring Circa 1980s

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

other designer pieces for a cohesive look. Pair it with a dramatic Yves Saint Laurent evening gown and a

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Late 20th Century Cocktail Rings

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14k Gold

A pair of French Art Deco diamond and sapphire crescent earrings
A pair of French Art Deco diamond and sapphire crescent earrings

A pair of French Art Deco diamond and sapphire crescent earrings

Located in London, GB

with a long evening gown.

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20th Century European Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Mid-Victorian Half Pearl, Diamond and Blue Enamel Suite
Mid-Victorian Half Pearl, Diamond and Blue Enamel Suite

Mid-Victorian Half Pearl, Diamond and Blue Enamel Suite

Located in London, GB

style, and worn together, would look striking and dramatic paired with an evening gown. Should you

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Antique 1860s British Victorian Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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80s Arnold Scaasi Black Flocked Strapless Ball Gown
80s Arnold Scaasi Black Flocked Strapless Ball Gown

80s Arnold Scaasi Black Flocked Strapless Ball Gown

By Arnold Scaasi

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Incredibly dramatic evening gown - perfect for any gala. By the late, great Arnold Scaasi. Black

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1980s American Evening Gowns

Moschino Black Silk Satin High Low Dress
Moschino Black Silk Satin High Low Dress

Moschino Black Silk Satin High Low Dress

By Moschino

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Moschino black silk satin high low dress This dramatic evening gown is ultra modern w/ a high low

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses

John Galliano Dramatic Black Gown
John Galliano Dramatic Black Gown

John Galliano Dramatic Black Gown

By John Galliano

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Late piece by the master of dramatic silhouettes John Galliano. Blend of styles - a little

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21st Century and Contemporary French Evening Gowns

Bill Blass Dramatic Grecian Black Gown
Bill Blass Dramatic Grecian Black Gown

Bill Blass Dramatic Grecian Black Gown

By Bill Blass

Located in San Francisco, CA

. Words cannot describe the "chicness" of this incredible gown. It is marked size 4, but probably will fit

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20th Century American Evening Gowns

Dramatic Givenchy Plunging Couque Feather Neck Gown
Dramatic Givenchy Plunging Couque Feather Neck Gown

Dramatic Givenchy Plunging Couque Feather Neck Gown

By Givenchy

Located in Yucca Valley, CA

Dramatic late 70s/early 80s gown by Givenchy Nouvelle Boutique. Black silk satin floor length gown

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1970s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Louis Feraud Dramatic Off-the-Shoulder Black Gown
Louis Feraud Dramatic Off-the-Shoulder Black Gown

Louis Feraud Dramatic Off-the-Shoulder Black Gown

By Louis Feraud

Located in Oradell, NJ

This is a dramatic off-the shoulder, black gown with an asymmetrical hemline and side zipper for

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Late 20th Century Evening Gowns

80s Gucci Black Silk Evening Gown w/Beaded Waist Detail
80s Gucci Black Silk Evening Gown w/Beaded Waist Detail

80s Gucci Black Silk Evening Gown w/Beaded Waist Detail

By Gucci

Located in Los Angeles, CA

1980s dramatic and sexy evening gown by Gucci. With strong shoulders and deep cut neckline. Beaded

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1980s Italian Evening Gowns

Saint Laurent black silk velvet and taffeta high-low hem evening gown, 1988
Saint Laurent black silk velvet and taffeta high-low hem evening gown, 1988

Saint Laurent black silk velvet and taffeta high-low hem evening gown, 1988

By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche

Located in London, GB

evening gown is from Yves Saint Laurent’s Rive Gauche 1988 collection. A red and black variant of the

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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Hot pink chiffon dramatic sleeve dress
Hot pink chiffon dramatic sleeve dress

Hot pink chiffon dramatic sleeve dress

Located in New York, NY

This bright pink chiffon dress has dramatic long sleeves. It is most likely from the 1970s.

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1970s Unknown Evening Dresses and Gowns

Alexander McQueen Royal Blue Long Dress with Dramatic Leg Slits
Alexander McQueen Royal Blue Long Dress with Dramatic Leg Slits

Alexander McQueen Royal Blue Long Dress with Dramatic Leg Slits

By Sarah Burton, Alexander McQueen

Located in London, GB

A simple and classic long evening dress by Alexander McQueen. The dress is made from a beautiful

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2010s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage SARMI Crimson velvet & magenta silk chiffon gown
Vintage SARMI Crimson velvet & magenta silk chiffon gown

Vintage SARMI Crimson velvet & magenta silk chiffon gown

By Sarmi, Ferdinando Sarmi

Located in Newport Beach, CA

Vintage SARMI 1960's Crimson velvet & magenta silk chiffon gown. This dramatic, flared evening

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1960s American Evening Gowns

1960's Dramatic White & Black Beaded Dress with Feathered Trim
1960's Dramatic White & Black Beaded Dress with Feathered Trim

1960's Dramatic White & Black Beaded Dress with Feathered Trim

Located in Oradell, NJ

This is a dramatic and lovely, 1960's vintage, white silk cocktail dress, lavishly embellished with

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1960s Unknown Cocktail Dresses

La Reine Nocturne Diamond Collar (French for "The Nocturnal Queen")
La Reine Nocturne Diamond Collar (French for "The Nocturnal Queen")

La Reine Nocturne Diamond Collar (French for "The Nocturnal Queen")

Located in Menlo Park, CA

striking presence to the neckline of a dramatic evening gown. Just as effortlessly, it elevates a simple

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Roberto Cavalli Black Jersey Evening Gown With Gold Hardware & Jewel
Roberto Cavalli Black Jersey Evening Gown With Gold Hardware & Jewel

Roberto Cavalli Black Jersey Evening Gown With Gold Hardware & Jewel

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in Los Angeles, CA

dramatic evening gown length. * Roberto Cavalli * Size IT 42 * Fabric: Fabric: 92% Viscose, 8% Elastane

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Gowns

Roberto Cavalli Blue & Gold Batik Print Mermaid Dress 2005
Roberto Cavalli Blue & Gold Batik Print Mermaid Dress 2005

Roberto Cavalli Blue & Gold Batik Print Mermaid Dress 2005

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in Los Angeles, CA

and mermaid dress flair at bottom, train at back, and dramatic evening gown length. * Roberto Cavalli

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Gowns

Dramatic Bill Blass Evening Gown
Dramatic Bill Blass Evening Gown

Dramatic Bill Blass Evening Gown

By Bill Blass

Located in New York, NY

Dramatic Bill Blass Evening Gown

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1970s Evening Dresses and Gowns

1980s Thierry Mugler Dramatic Slit Evening Gown
1980s Thierry Mugler Dramatic Slit Evening Gown

1980s Thierry Mugler Dramatic Slit Evening Gown

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Gresham, OR

1980s Thierry Mugler Dramatic Slit Evening Gown in Black Crepe with Electric Blue Satin Lining

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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

John Galliano Dramatic Black Trench Evening Gown
John Galliano Dramatic Black Trench Evening Gown

John Galliano Dramatic Black Trench Evening Gown

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John Galliano Dramatic Black Trench Evening Gown

By John Galliano

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a stunning vintage John Galliano black evening gown

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Early 2000s French Evening Gowns

Christian Dior by John Galliano Fall/Winter 2001 Bias Cut Burgundy Jacquard Gown
Christian Dior by John Galliano Fall/Winter 2001 Bias Cut Burgundy Jacquard Gown

Christian Dior by John Galliano Fall/Winter 2001 Bias Cut Burgundy Jacquard Gown

By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior

Located in Jersey City, NJ

An elegant and dramatic evening gown from the Fall/Winter 2001 collection by John Galliano for

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Early 2000s French Cocktail Dresses

1930's Indigo Evening Gown w/ Dramatic Open Balloon Sleeves
1930's Indigo Evening Gown w/ Dramatic Open Balloon Sleeves

1930's Indigo Evening Gown w/ Dramatic Open Balloon Sleeves

Located in Gresham, OR

1930's Indigo evening gown w/ dramatic open balloon sleeves, keyhole button back or neck and

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Evening Gowns

Yves. St. Laurent Dramatic Strapless Gown
Yves. St. Laurent Dramatic Strapless Gown

Yves. St. Laurent Dramatic Strapless Gown

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in New York, NY

Yves St. laurent matte jersey, strapless gown, with a "v" detail at bust and slit up the the

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Late 20th Century French Evening Gowns

French Jersey Gown with Dramatic Sleeve
French Jersey Gown with Dramatic Sleeve

French Jersey Gown with Dramatic Sleeve

Located in Gresham, OR

This is a beautiful 1970s jersey gown from Bess Art in Paris! A cool silver gray jersey is

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1970s French Evening Gowns

Dramatic Gold lame paisley print "scherazade" harem gown
Dramatic Gold lame paisley print "scherazade" harem gown

Dramatic Gold lame paisley print "scherazade" harem gown

Located in New York, NY

Dramatic teal blue chiffon and gold lame paisley motif harem pant gown. Dress has long sheer

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1970s French Evening Gowns

1970s Miss Elliette Two Tone Dramatic Sleeve Gown
1970s Miss Elliette Two Tone Dramatic Sleeve Gown

1970s Miss Elliette Two Tone Dramatic Sleeve Gown

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

The Ultimate 1970s dramatic sleeved gown from California vintage label Miss Elliette! Made of a

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1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

60s Chiffon Floral Print Gown with Dramatic Sleeves
60s Chiffon Floral Print Gown with Dramatic Sleeves

60s Chiffon Floral Print Gown with Dramatic Sleeves

Located in Gresham, OR

An incredible 60s floral print chiffon dress w/ fitted bodice and Renaissance style sleeves, bow at back waist and graceful flounce at hem. Fully lined.

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1960s American Evening Dresses

Mackie Dramatic Strapless Fishtail Gown and Bolero Ensemble
Mackie Dramatic Strapless Fishtail Gown and Bolero Ensemble

Mackie Dramatic Strapless Fishtail Gown and Bolero Ensemble

By Bob Mackie

Located in Gresham, OR

This Bob Mackie black 2-piece ensemble with velvet inserts is a curvy girls dream! It is made of a slightly stretchy fabric to hug every curve! Strapless, with a matching bolero ja...

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1980s American Evening Gowns

Jacqueline de Ribes Black "Batwing" Gown w/ Dramatic Cape
Jacqueline de Ribes Black "Batwing" Gown w/ Dramatic Cape

Jacqueline de Ribes Black "Batwing" Gown w/ Dramatic Cape

Located in Gresham, OR

This dramatic black silk charmeuse Jacqueline de Ribes gown is spectacular with it's ruched and

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1980s French Evening Gowns

Vintage CHANEL Black Silk Jerey Gown with Dramatic Sleeves
Vintage CHANEL Black Silk Jerey Gown with Dramatic Sleeves

Vintage CHANEL Black Silk Jerey Gown with Dramatic Sleeves

By Karl Lagerfeld

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Chanel gown. empire waist.Fabric : silk chiffon and jersey size : 40 Excellent condition with tag

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21st Century and Contemporary French Evening Dresses

50s Catherine Scott Silk Faille Gown in Dramatic Stripes
50s Catherine Scott Silk Faille Gown in Dramatic Stripes

50s Catherine Scott Silk Faille Gown in Dramatic Stripes

Located in Gresham, OR

A wonderful 50s Marshall Field and Co.Catherine Scott silk gown in vivid striped silk faille

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1950s American Evening Gowns

Chanel Black Silk Gown with Dramatic sleeve
Chanel Black Silk Gown with Dramatic sleeve

Chanel Black Silk Gown with Dramatic sleeve

By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

2009 Chanel Silk Gown with dramatic puffy sleeves and beautiful draping. Fabric : Silk organza

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Early 2000s French Toga Dresses

Tropical 1970's Halter Evening Dress With Dramatic Chiffon Cape
Tropical 1970's Halter Evening Dress With Dramatic Chiffon Cape

Tropical 1970's Halter Evening Dress With Dramatic Chiffon Cape

By Natalie Collett

Located in Atlanta, GA

and a dramatic asymmetrical chiffon cape. The simple columnar halter dress is designed with a not-so

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1970s American Evening Gowns

Dramatic C.1980 Adolfo Lipstick Red Micro Pleated Evening Dress
Dramatic C.1980 Adolfo Lipstick Red Micro Pleated Evening Dress

Dramatic C.1980 Adolfo Lipstick Red Micro Pleated Evening Dress

By Adolfo

Located in Atlanta, GA

C.1980 two piece Adolfo evening gown. Beginning with the high drama of the Elizabethan style

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1980s American Evening Gowns

Dramatic Nina Ricci Silk Satin Gown with Plunging V-Neck
Dramatic Nina Ricci Silk Satin Gown with Plunging V-Neck

Dramatic Nina Ricci Silk Satin Gown with Plunging V-Neck

By Nina Ricci

Located in Port Hope, ON

Gorgeous, luxurious silk satin dress designed to accent the body. The plunging v-neck in front, and criss-cross straps in back, lend a touch of allure to this beautifully cut and and...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Evening Gowns

1990s Yves Saint Laurent Black Silk Gown w/Dramatic Side Slit
1990s Yves Saint Laurent Black Silk Gown w/Dramatic Side Slit

1990s Yves Saint Laurent Black Silk Gown w/Dramatic Side Slit

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Studio City, CA

1990's Yves Saint Laurent wool/silk blend black gown with draped neckline and dramatic side slit

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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Gorgeous  Pink Silk Gown w/ Dramatic Ruffled Shoulder
Gorgeous  Pink Silk Gown w/ Dramatic Ruffled Shoulder

Gorgeous Pink Silk Gown w/ Dramatic Ruffled Shoulder

Located in Gresham, OR

An incredible ball gown in two shades of contrasting pink silk: Beautiful and dramatic 3 layered

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1970s American Ball Gowns

Jean-Louis Scherrer blue taffeta evening gown with sweeping train, ss 1994
Jean-Louis Scherrer blue taffeta evening gown with sweeping train, ss 1994

Jean-Louis Scherrer blue taffeta evening gown with sweeping train, ss 1994

By Jean-Louis Scherrer

Located in London, GB

Jean-Louis Scherrer Haute Couture, blue taffeta evening gown with dramatic sweeping train, ruched

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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Dolce & Gabbana Fuchsia Silk Plunge V-Neck Evening Gown w/Mini Train
Dolce & Gabbana Fuchsia Silk Plunge V-Neck Evening Gown w/Mini Train

Dolce & Gabbana Fuchsia Silk Plunge V-Neck Evening Gown w/Mini Train

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Studio City, CA

Dolce & Gabbana 100% silk fuchsia dramatic plunge neck evening gown with rhinestone buckle

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Galanos Dramatic Coat Dress
Galanos Dramatic Coat Dress

Galanos Dramatic Coat Dress

By Galanos

Located in New York, NY

Galanos, wool jersey knit, evening coat dress with dramatic sleeves embellished with large

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1980s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Valentino Red Strapless Silk Evening Jumpsuit With Pockets 2018
Valentino Red Strapless Silk Evening Jumpsuit With Pockets 2018

Valentino Red Strapless Silk Evening Jumpsuit With Pockets 2018

By Valentino

Located in Los Angeles, CA

billowing legs, a side zipper, and dramatic evening gown length.  Valentino Designed by Pierpaolo Piccioli

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Jumpsuits

dramatic THIERRY MUGLER COUTURE black sculptural dress
dramatic THIERRY MUGLER COUTURE black sculptural dress

dramatic THIERRY MUGLER COUTURE black sculptural dress

By Thierry Mugler

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Very dramatic, sculpturally shaped, jet black dress from Thierry Mugler Couture from the 1990's

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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

1970s Dramatic Sleeve Cream Beaded Caftan Dress
1970s Dramatic Sleeve Cream Beaded Caftan Dress

1970s Dramatic Sleeve Cream Beaded Caftan Dress

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Incredible 1970s dramatic sleeve beaded caftan dress! Made of a creamy white fabric and accented

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1980s Evening Gowns

1970s Dramatic Angel Wing Sleeve Velvet Dress
1970s Dramatic Angel Wing Sleeve Velvet Dress

1970s Dramatic Angel Wing Sleeve Velvet Dress

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

fancy night out! Super dramatic silhouette with long, angelic sleeves. This piece was custom made for

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1970s American Evening Dresses

Pauline Trigere Dramatic "Dragon" Pattern Dress and Cape
Pauline Trigere Dramatic "Dragon" Pattern Dress and Cape

Pauline Trigere Dramatic "Dragon" Pattern Dress and Cape

Located in New York, NY

Pauline Trigere, dramatic, dragon, motif evening dress. Dress is made of double cotton voile,in a

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1970s American Evening Gowns

THIERRY MUGLER Vintage 1980s Dramatic Open Back Dress
THIERRY MUGLER Vintage 1980s Dramatic Open Back Dress

THIERRY MUGLER Vintage 1980s Dramatic Open Back Dress

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Berlin, BE

Thierry Mugler Vintage 1980s Dramatic Open Back Dress Brand: Thierry Mugler Designer: Thierry

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1980s French Evening Dresses

Dramatic Claude Montana Silk Jacket W Pleated Sleeves
Dramatic Claude Montana Silk Jacket W Pleated Sleeves

Dramatic Claude Montana Silk Jacket W Pleated Sleeves

By Claude Montana

Located in Water Mill, NY

A beautiful canary yellow silk satin Claude Montana coat or dress. Stunningly dramatic raglan

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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Thierry Mugler Black Vinyl Corset FW 1995 Sculptural Dramatic
Thierry Mugler Black Vinyl Corset FW 1995 Sculptural Dramatic

Thierry Mugler Black Vinyl Corset FW 1995 Sculptural Dramatic

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Berlin, BE

dramatic exaggerated hips. Closes with press buttons on the front and has to small pockets. Inside soft

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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Marc Bouwer Dramatic Red Black Beading Fabulous Neckline 10
Marc Bouwer Dramatic Red Black Beading Fabulous Neckline 10

Marc Bouwer Dramatic Red Black Beading Fabulous Neckline 10

By Marc Bouwer

Located in Miami, FL

Guaranteed authentic MARC BOUWER dress that is drop dead fabulous! Deep, rich jewel toned Red. Adorned in teeny jet black faceted beads set in jet black embroidery of very small l...

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2010s American Evening Gowns

Edwardian Black Silk Taffeta  Dramatic Ruffled Puff Sleeve Blouse Some Shatteri
Edwardian Black Silk Taffeta  Dramatic Ruffled Puff Sleeve Blouse Some Shatteri

Edwardian Black Silk Taffeta Dramatic Ruffled Puff Sleeve Blouse Some Shatteri

By Gianni Versace

Located in New York, NY

Gianni Versace Gown with Crystals and Studs on the bodice. Y-strap continues with embellishment

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

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Alexander McQueen Asymmetric Dress with Chain Cutout SS 2006
Alexander McQueen Asymmetric Dress with Chain Cutout SS 2006

Alexander McQueen Asymmetric Dress with Chain Cutout SS 2006

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous black silk jersey dress by Alexander McQueen. It is fitted with a scoop neckline, one short sleeve and a circular nude mesh cut out at one side covered with rows of drapi...

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Valentino Shoe D'Orsay Satin Pumps Bold Bow 39 / 9 w/Box
Valentino Shoe D'Orsay Satin Pumps Bold Bow 39 / 9 w/Box

Valentino Shoe D'Orsay Satin Pumps Bold Bow 39 / 9 w/Box

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

Iconic Chanel Vintage S/S 1990 Pink Ecru Satin Tweed Gold CC Cropped Jacket
Iconic Chanel Vintage S/S 1990 Pink Ecru Satin Tweed Gold CC Cropped Jacket

Iconic Chanel Vintage S/S 1990 Pink Ecru Satin Tweed Gold CC Cropped Jacket

By Chanel

Located in Jersey City, NJ

The iconic pink cropped jacket from Chanel's Spring Summer 1990 collection, famously worn by Claudia Schiffer, is a stunning example of timeless elegance. This jacket is crafted from...

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1990s French Cropped Jackets

Dolce & Gabbana Lime Green Flared Pencil Skirt with Yellow Lace Accents
Dolce & Gabbana Lime Green Flared Pencil Skirt with Yellow Lace Accents

Dolce & Gabbana Lime Green Flared Pencil Skirt with Yellow Lace Accents

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in San Francisco, CA

Dolce and Gabbana lime green fit and flare pencil skirt with yellow lace godet panels at bottom. Vertical seam detail at one side. Back zip and hook and eye. 100% viscose (linen-loo...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Pencil Skirts

1980's Brown Mink Lightweight Reversible Coat
1980's Brown Mink Lightweight Reversible Coat

1980's Brown Mink Lightweight Reversible Coat

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Chic 1980's unmarked Canadian brown mink reversible long coat. One side is brown leather patchwork pattern with a fur collar and cuffs. The textured pattern is created by piecing the...

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1980s Canadian Coats and Outerwear

Prada fucsia purple tulle dress
Prada fucsia purple tulle dress

Prada fucsia purple tulle dress

By Prada

Located in Capri, IT

Prada's latest runway collection featured glowing fluorescents contrasted with tweed and construction-inspired vests, with this tulle dress making its way into multiple looks. Made i...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

1970s Hiroko Salmon / Coral Color Blocked Slinky Vintage 70s Bias Maxi Dress
1970s Hiroko Salmon / Coral Color Blocked Slinky Vintage 70s Bias Maxi Dress

1970s Hiroko Salmon / Coral Color Blocked Slinky Vintage 70s Bias Maxi Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Slinky 1970s HIROKO salmon and coral color blocked jersey bias cut maxi dress! This beauty simply slips over the head and stretches to fit. Slimming diagonal stripes on the front and...

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1970s American Maxi Dress

Lilli Ann Paris Powder Blue 3-Piece Western Pant Suit – XS, 1970s
Lilli Ann Paris Powder Blue 3-Piece Western Pant Suit – XS, 1970s

Lilli Ann Paris Powder Blue 3-Piece Western Pant Suit – XS, 1970s

By Lilli Ann

Located in Tucson, AZ

Don’t let the color fool you into thinking it’s a Disco-era castoff. A dash of Elvis (the lapels), a pinch of YSL ("Le Smoking") and a touch of couture (the curvy tailoring and labe...

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1970s American Trouser Pant Suits

New Gucci 90th Anniversary Ad Runway Python Snakeskin Pump Heels Sz 37
New Gucci 90th Anniversary Ad Runway Python Snakeskin Pump Heels Sz 37

New Gucci 90th Anniversary Ad Runway Python Snakeskin Pump Heels Sz 37

By Gucci

Located in Conroe, TX

Gucci Brand New From Gucci's 90th anniversary Fall Runway show, Frida Giannini cited her influence was Anjelica Huston $1815 * Python Heels * Rare Ad Runway Heels * Size: 37 * Yel...

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2010s Italian Shoes

Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage Wall and Flags Print Pants Trousers
Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage Wall and Flags Print Pants Trousers

Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage Wall and Flags Print Pants Trousers

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in Nice, FR

JEAN PAUL GAULTIER vintage pants trousers featuring a multi colored wall and flags print. These trousers feature : - Velvety touch material. - Front buttoning. - Front and back pock...

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20th Century Moroccan Pants

GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE Iconic S/S 2000 Plunging Jungle Dress
GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE Iconic S/S 2000 Plunging Jungle Dress

GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE Iconic S/S 2000 Plunging Jungle Dress

By Gianni Versace Couture

Located in Rubiera, RE

GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE Silk jersey jungle dress Spring Summer 2000 Collection 100% silk Made in Italy Measures: Length cm. 100 Shoulders cm. 42 Bust cm. 48 Waist cm. 38 Sleeve cm. 64...

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Verheyen London Edward Leather Coat with Faux Fur Collar in Black - Size uk 16
Verheyen London Edward Leather Coat with Faux Fur Collar in Black - Size uk 16

Verheyen London Edward Leather Coat with Faux Fur Collar in Black - Size uk 16

By Verheyen London

Located in London, GB

Verheyen London Edward Leather Coat with Faux Fur Collar in Red - Size uk 16 The Edward Leather Coat created by Verheyen London is a romantic design inspired by the 1970s and Edward...

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2010s British Coats

JUNYA WATANABE COMME DES GARÇONS Linen Knee-Length Dress
JUNYA WATANABE COMME DES GARÇONS Linen Knee-Length Dress

JUNYA WATANABE COMME DES GARÇONS Linen Knee-Length Dress

By Junya Watanabe Comme des Garçons

Located in New York, NY

JUNYA WATANABE COMME DES GARÇONS Linen Knee-Length Dress Bust: 46" Waist: 42" Hip: 38" Length: 37.5" Fabric: 100% Linen FINAL SALE

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Day Dresses

Evans Gilt Metal Guilloche Enamel Evening Bag Compact Case c 1950s
Evans Gilt Metal Guilloche Enamel Evening Bag Compact Case c 1950s

Evans Gilt Metal Guilloche Enamel Evening Bag Compact Case c 1950s

$235Sale Price|20% Off

H 5.5 in W 3 in D 1 in

Evans Gilt Metal Guilloche Enamel Evening Bag Compact Case c 1950s

By Evans Case Company

Located in University City, MO

Evans Opulent gilt metal guilloche enamel evening bag - compact case c 1950s The elegant gold metal case has an etched sun burst finish. The front exterior panel is adorned with a g...

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1950s American Evening Bags and Minaudières

1990s Loris Azzaro Brown Sequin Strapless Cocktail Dress
1990s Loris Azzaro Brown Sequin Strapless Cocktail Dress

1990s Loris Azzaro Brown Sequin Strapless Cocktail Dress

By Loris Azzaro

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

1990s Loris Azzaro brown sequin metallic strapless cocktail party dress. fit size 4

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1990s French Cocktail Dresses

Sleek Braided Leather Alligator Head Choker Necklace
Sleek Braided Leather Alligator Head Choker Necklace

Sleek Braided Leather Alligator Head Choker Necklace

Located in University City, MO

Sleek braided leather alligator head choker necklace The unique choker necklace is designed with a pair of silver metal alligators heads adhered to a black leather braided cord. The ...

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1990s Unknown Artisan Choker Necklaces

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Dramatic Evening Gown For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact vintage or contemporary dramatic evening gown you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Black is a pretty popular color, but we also have Red, Blue, Brown and more in stock now. Making the right choice when shopping for a dramatic evening gown may mean looking at versions that date from different eras — you can find early iterations from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. An accessory like this designed by Bill Blass, John Galliano and Thierry Mugler — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured item — is worth considering. When shopping for these accessories, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men or unisex today than there are for women.

How Much is a Dramatic Evening Gown?

On average, a dramatic evening gown on 1stDibs sells for $1,200, while they’re typically $150 on the low end and $15,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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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