Prada S/S 2005 Majestic Silk Embelished Mini Dress
By Miuccia Prada, Prada
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Muccia Prada, the visionary behind the Italian house of Prada, is known for her subversive approach to fashion. She famously introduced the use of nylon to high fashion in the 1990s,...
Roberto Cavalli Unworn c. 2012 Embelished Corset Lace Up Blue Mini Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Roberto Cavalli Unworn c. 2012 Embelished Corset Lace Up Blue Mini Dress IT 40 Condition: New with Tags
Attico Rhinestone Green Velvet Dress, 2020
Located in New York, NY
Attico velvet dress embelished with rhinestones. V-shape low cut.
Christian Lacroix Haute Couture Fall 2006 Runway Embellished Tulle Dress Mint
By Christian Lacroix
Located in New York, NY
Christian Lacroix Haute Couture 2006 runway tulle embelished dress. Excellent ,mint condition. Silk fabric with sequence ,crystals and glitter embellished top.
Zandra Rhodes 1970s Painted Embelished Silk Dress Rare
By Dame Zandra Rhodes
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Dame Zandra Rhodes is an iconic British designer who has been designing for the last 50 years. Rhodes considers herself “an artist working in the field of textiles and fashion,” evid...
2000S DONATELLA VERSACE Purple Bias Cut Silk Chiffon Crystal Embelished Gown Wi
By Donatella Versace
Located in New York, NY
2000S DONATELLA VERSACE Purple Bias Cut Silk Chiffon Crystal Embelished Gown With High Slit
1960s Embelished Dress with Colourful Embroidered Flowers and Beading
Located in London, GB
Striking early 1960s dress with colourful freehand embroidery on blended silk, depicting flowers and leaves. The simple line scoop neck and burnished gold ribbon trim is balanced by ...
Balmain Runway 2010 Purple Gold Embelished Dress Mint 38FR
By Balmain
Located in New York, NY
Balmain runway 2010 purple/gold sequence embellished dress. Size 38FR. Excellent mint condition. Slightly heavy since this special piece is hand made fully embellished and with spec...
Christian Dior Spring 1953 Haute Couture Pearl embelished dress
By Christian Dior
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Exquisite floral patterned pink silk dress from Christian Dior Spring 1953 Haute Couture collection.
This is a rare and historic piece.
The details ae so beautiful, and...
Christian Dior 1954 Haute Couture embelished evening dress
By Christian Dior
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Christian Dior 1954 Haute Couture embelished evening dress. This is an exquisite dress; skirt and top, there are two pieces.
Bill Blass VIntage Lesage embelished Pink Gown sz 4
By Bill Blass
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Bill Blass Vintage Lesage embelished Pink Gown Festive Pink Vintage Dress from Bill Blass, with a very full skirt and bust in light pink silk taffeta.
Oscar de la Renta amazing embelished ball gown New
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Oscar worthy Oscar de la Renta evening gown NWT Perfect for Academy Awards Grey and taupe evening gown with silver and gold tone bead and sequin embellishment throughout bo...
1980s Yves Saint Laurent Little Black Cocktail Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Copenhagen, DK
On the front the dress is embelished with rhinestone studded buttons.
Stavropoulos Cocktail Dress
By George Stavropoulos
Located in Topanga, CA
Black cocktail dress embelished with black beads and paillettes that sway and give a beautiful movement to the dress.
Marchesa Notte Sequin-embellished embroidered tiered tulle gown XS 8
By Marchesa Notte
Located in London, GB
Marchesa Notte - Pink Floral Embelished Tiered Dress - structured tiered skirt - floral embellishment - v-neck - fully lined - zip fastening at the back - med weight - body 100% ...
Vintage Quad Green Velvet Gown
By Quad 5
Located in London, GB
A great vintage gown by Quad. The body of the dress is in green velvet with a low scoop neck, and short sleeves. The rest of the sleeves are white lace with 2 popper cuffs. The dr...
00's Roberto Cavalli Blue Chiffon Beaded Silk Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Miami, FL
Stunning Roberto Cavalli gown in a blue chiffon silk heavily pleated in a Grecian manner, gathered in sections in the hip area. The intricate beading is done with clear gem like bea...
$576Sale Price|20% Off
Oriental Silk Blend Emerald Green Velvet Embellished Sequin Blazer and Skirt S
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
Oriental Silk Blend Emerald Green Velvet Embellished Blazer & Skirt Set Exuding timeless elegance and artisanal craftsmanship, this exquisite two-piece ensemble features a luxur...
Victoria Royal 1960s Kelly Green Silk Satin Sequined + Beaded Vintage Gown Dress
By Victoria Royal
Located in San Diego, CA
Sensational vintage 60s VICTORIA ROYAL Couture Kelly green full length evening gown! Fitted bodice features thousands of hand-sewn sequins and beads throughout. Metal zipper at each ...
Versace Emerald Green Dress
By Versace, Versace Collection
Located in London, GB
An eye catching emerald green dress by Versace. In a wonderful viscose the dress hangs beautifuly. Size 46 Measurements: Bust up to 42'' length 50'' back, 41'' front.
$1,053Sale Price|20% Off
Prada Silk Heart Print Dress, SS 2000
By Miuccia Prada, Prada
Located in Marlborough, GB
Prada silk heart print dress, Spring Summer 2000 The most romantic, fun print from the collection that gave us the iconic heart print and lipstick print The heart print featured thro...
Roberto Cavalli Sexy Blue Jersey Snake Jeweled Slither Dress Size 40
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Palm Desert, CA
We are absolutely obsessed with this dress. From one of our chic New York Fashionista clients this blue jersey one shoulder dress was worn once. It’s got it all. A beautiful one shou...
1990s Vintage Krizia Hunter Green Silk Sequin Dress
By Krizia
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage Krizia dress, with all-over hunter green sequins! Stunning color, with a flattering shape, that can be worn a variety of ways. Easily dress down, as a slouch daytim...
Gucci S/S 2003 Runway Silk Dress
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Athina, GR
Gucci S/S 2003 by Tom Ford Runway black silk backless ruffle mini dress. Labeled as IT44, fits S-M. Very good vintage condition. Minor colour restoration may be needed around the a...
Roberto Cavalli Blue Print Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Ardmore, PA
Roberto Cavalli Blue Print Dress Size EU 46
Prada F/W 1998 cut-out wool dress
By Prada
Located in Athina, GR
Prada F/W 1998 red cut-out wool dress. The dress includes an extra slip underneath. Labeled as IT40. Very good vintage condition.
Roberto Cavalli Resort 2008 Runway Bustier Embellished Lace Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Roberto Cavalli Resort 2008 Runway Bustier Embellished Lace Dress Size: IT 44 Condition: Excellent condition
Prada James Jean Spring 2008 Fairies organza dress
By Miuccia Prada, Prada
Located in CANNES, FR
Prada X James Jean Spring 2008 Collection Fairies organza printed dress. Size 44 ialian.
Prada sheer silk chiffon flame knee dress
By Prada
Located in Houston, TX
rare PRADA 2012 pink sheer silk chiffon green black flame knee dress IT42 MReference: TGAS/E00968Brand: PradaDesigner: Miuccia PradaCollection: SS 2012Material: SilkColor: Pink, Gree...
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2004 Cutout Lace Up Plunging Neckline Maxi Evening Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2004 Cutout Lace Up Plunging Neckline Maxi Evening Dress Gown Size: S Condition: good vintage condition, a couple of minor very faint discoloration spots seen ...
Miu Miu Vintage Circa Cruise 2008 100% Silk Mini Dress
By Miu Miu
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Miu Miu Vintage Circa Cruise 2008 100% Silk Mini Dress Vintage Miu Miu mini dress from the Cruise 2008 collection. Made from soft silk with a brown and orange dot print. Features a ...
$359
Size: Recommended Size; US 10 / UK 14
2000’s Versace Butterfly Print Backless Cotton Mini Dress - Beachwear
By Gianni Versace, Versace
Located in Sheffield, GB
A 2000s vintage Versace mini dress, crafted in a cotton stretch fabric, with allover Butterfly print decoration, knotted bows on the tops of the shoulders and a deep, scooped back fe...
Christian Lacroix Black Silk Organza Embroidered Sequin Appliqued Blouse
By Christian Lacroix
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Christian Lacroix black silk organza embroidered and sequin appliqued blouse. This amazing blouse is a tribute to Lacroix's use of decoration as art. Pull on blouse with 3/4 length s...
Tom Ford for Gucci F/W 2002 Collection Black Stretch Deep V-Neck Dress 38
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Black Stretch Dress F/W 2002 Collection Designer size - 38 Deep V-neck style, Black satin trim, Removable tie, Very stretch. Made in Italy Excellent new condition....
ROBERTO CAVALLI S/s 2005 Snake Print Spaghetti Strap Maxi Dress New With Tags
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in 上海市, Xuhui district
This striking gown (Tagged prod. 2005 spring) features a bold snake print design that exudes confidence and sophistication. All measurements taken laid flat - Bust: 17.8 " / 45 cm...
$522
Size: Size; XL Recommended U.K. 12-14
Spring 2008 Vivienne Westwood Black draped low cut sexy Cocktail Dress
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in Sheffield, GB
Spring/ Summer 2008 Vivienne Westwood Black low cut sexy Cocktail Dress superbly crafted from draped black jersey fabric. Size; XL / recommended U.K. 12-14 / US 8-10 Measurements a...
Alexander McQueen Runway Evening Gown Fall/Winter 2008 Size 38IT
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
Alexander McQueen Runway Evening Gown Fall/Winter 2008 Size 38IT
$1,174
Size: Recommend Size; UK 4-6 / US 0-2
Vintage Vivienne Westwood Black Lace Nude Satin Corset - Bustier Top Circa 1990
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in Sheffield, GB
A rare Vintage Vivienne Westwood Corset in Black Lace and Nude satin, Circa 1990. Made in England. Featuring a fully boned interior body, farrier hook closure down the centre, full n...
Vivienne Westwood Logo Print Denim Cropped Jacket
By Vivienne Westwood, Anglomania
Located in New York, NY
Vivienne Westwood Denim jacket, cut with 18th Century corset seaming. The master of historical fashion revisits the denim jacket, in a more fitted shape with a dipping curved hem. Th...
Pierre Balmain Bodycon Dress with Sheer Shoulders and Waist
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous black bandage dress from Pierre Balmain. It has a stand up collar, long sleeves and is fitted through to the hips. There are fabulous horizontal sheer panels around the sh...
Turquoise blue silk wrapped top ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER
By Alexandre Vauthier
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Turquoise blue silk wrapped top. Elastic band on the sleeve bottom edge . size 36/ S
$4,490
Size: 40 measurements in description
YVES SAINT LAURENT By Tom Ford F/w 2002 Black Ruffled Silk Skirt Set
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in 上海市, Xuhui district
All measurements taken laid flat NOTE: stretchy fabric which allows about 1-2 inches / 2.5 - 5cm to wiggle than laid flat measurements. Top - Sleeve: 29.53" / 75cm - Bust: 16.9" /...
Julien Macdonald Asymmetrical Sheer Lace Panels Black Dress
By Julien Macdonald
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Julien Macdonald Asymmetrical Sheer Lace Panels Black Dress IT 40 Black Julien Macdonald strapless mini dress featuring sheer lace panels, structured bust, lace trim, asymmetrical h...
Zuhair Murad Women's Black Lace Overall in Silk Leather, Italy
By Zuhair Murad
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Fantastic Zuhair Murad overall Silk, leather, rayon Viscose (97%) Polyester Black color Long sleeves Pants with large bottom Length shoulder/hem cm 167 (65.7 inches) Shoulder length ...
Vivienne Westwood Spring 1988 Pagan Charcoal Grey Bolero Suit Jacket
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in Los Angeles, CA
From Vivienne Westwood's Spring Summer "Pagan" Collection. Cropped jacket with a plunging scoop neck and peter pan collar. Charcoal pinstriped plaid. Brass hardware buckles along the...
VERSACE by Donatella Versace Vintage Archival S/S 2004 Floral Corset Gown
By Donatella Versace for Gianni Versace, Versace
Located in Woodland Hills, CA
Versace by Donatella Versace S/S 2004 Archival Floral Corset Gown— This archival evening gown from the iconic Versace Spring/Summer 2004 collection is a holy grail for luxury collec...
Vivienne Westwood brown wool and velvet swing coat, fw 1990
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in London, GB
Vivienne Westwood brown wool swing coat with velvet. Oversized inverted lapels, large perspex Orb button and voluminous back panel. Portrait, Fall-Winter 1990
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.