1971 OSSIE CLARK Quorum black moss crepe dress with embroidered moons & stars
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Rare 1971 Ossie Clark for Quorum Black Moss-Crepe Tiered Maxi Dress with Celestial Embroidery A rare and stunning 1970's Ossie Clark dress from the iconic Quorum line, one of Britai...
$1,015Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 38
Franck Sorbier Haute Couture Black Embroidered Mother of Pearl Button Maxi Dress
By Franck Sorbier
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Vintage 90s Frank Sorbier haute couture black embroidered mother of pearls button maxi dress. Elegant, once and only design and only available in OnceStyle
1970s Sandine Originals I. Magnin Black Embroidered Colorful Cotton Maxi Dress
By I. Magnin
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful Sandine Originals I. Magnin 1970s black maxi dress! Colorful weaving at neck, and colorful stitching at hem. Perfect from day to night. Looks great with sandals, wedges or ...
$912
Size: Equivalent to French size 36-38.
Top or Mini-Mini Dress in pink Lycra embroidered with rhinestones - French 1980s
Located in Toulon, FR
Early 1980s France Party or music hall top or mini-dress in powder pink stretch Lycra-Jersey, embroidered with glass beads and iridescent rhinestones.
Gianfranco Ferré 90's ivory beige sheer lace embroidered slip wedding mini dress
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Milano, Lombardia
LOVE LALI VINTAGE Gianfranco Ferré 90's mini dress Constructed of two layers, a nude, sheer silk chiffon slip, overlaid with an illusion tulle ground richly worked in highly dimensi...
$956Sale Price|25% Off
Size: Small
1960s Greek Levantis Athens Black Red Linen Vintage 60s Embroidered Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful late 60s LEVANTIS Nikis 3 - Athens black and red linen maxi dress ! Fitted bodice has a full metal zipper up the back with hook-and-eye closure. Bishop sleeves features hid...
1950s Rose Gold Embroidered Silk Dress
Located in London, GB
Beautiful original vintage 1950s American made dress in antique rose gold satin with all over embroidery. This lovely piece features three quarter length sleeves, a sweetheart neckl...
Antique Edwardian Embroidered Ivory Lace Dress
Located in New York, NY
The sleeves and upper bodice are comprised of Val lace embroidered panels— the embroidery throughout this dress is so substantial, and has a lot of volume and dimension to it, making...
Roberto Cavalli Maxi Chiffon embroidered navy dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in CANNES, FR
Roberto Cavalli Maxi Chiffon embroidered navy dress. Size 40 Italian.
1950s Taffeta Embroidered Floral Black Cocktail Dress
Located in London, GB
This charming 1950s black taffeta embroidered party dress with cross over straps is gamine, feminine and in lovely vintage condition.
1950s Dress Black Embroidered Shelf Bust Taffeta Party Dress
Located in Wallkill, NY
A true Beauty, 1950s Black Taffeta Pleated Bodice Cocktail Dress. It has Boned Bodice with a pleated sexy bust *Pleated Tucked Waist *Large Embroidered Floral Waist that drapes down ...
1980s Adolfo Black Embroidered Piano Shawl Dress
By Adolfo
Located in London, GB
The dress is lined in black satin. Internally, it is beautifully made with many hand-sewn finishes.
Stavropoulos Embroidered Shawl Dress
By George Stavropoulos
Located in Alford, MA
An unusual example of the work of Greek/American master Stavrapoulos, known especially for his fluid chiffon creations. This shift dress, with open neckline and three-quarter sleeves...
1920s White Embroidered Cotton Tea Dress
Located in London, GB
This exquisite antique 1920s hand embroidered cotton whitework tea dress is in absolutely astonishing vintage condition for a piece of this era, with no flaws to mention and would ma...
Black dress with embroidered bust Alma Couture
By Alma Couture
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black dress with embroidered bust
Black dress with rhinestone cabochon embroidered Marchesa
By Marchesa
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black dress with rhinestone cabochon embroidered
Silk Dress Embroidered with Sequins, 1960s-1970s
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Silk dress embroidered with sequins and beads. Circa 1960s-1970s.
$2,350
Size: Equivalent size France 36-38
A Louis Féraud Couture Embroidered Chiffon printed Dress - Fall 1981
By Louis Feraud
Located in Toulon, FR
Autumn Winter 1981-1982 collection. France Embroidered silk chiffon evening dress by Louis Féraud Haute Couture from the 1981-1982 collection.
Vintage Moroccan Orange Embroidered Kaftan Maxi Dress Circa 1970s
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Elegant Moroccan caftan orange color embroidered with gold trim, circa 1970s. This long maxi dress kaftan trim is embroidered and embellished with pearls entirely by hand.
Roberto Cavalli Maxi crepe ecru dress embroidered sequin
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in CANNES, FR
Roberto Cavalli 2007 Long ecru crêpe spaghetti-strap dress partially embroidered with sequins. Italian size 40.
Moroccan Green Embroidered Caftan Maxi Dress Kaftan Size M
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage Moroccan green and gold embroidered caftan. Elegant vintage Moroccan Kaftan, embroidered with gold threads design all over.
Vintage Moroccan Yellow Gold Embroidered Caftan Dress, 1960s Unisex
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Elegant Moroccan caftan yellow gold color embroidered with gold trim, circa 1960s. This long Moorish maxi dress kaftan is embroidered and embellished with traditional designs in gold.
Rodarte 2011 Runway Embroidered Tulle Wood Dress
By Rodarte
Located in Boca Raton, FL
As seen on that season’s runway, this gorgeous dress is a confection of color and texture that evokes fairytales of woodland nymphs and tree spirits.
2000s Valentino Monochrome Embroidered Cotton Dress
By Valentino
Located in London, GB
This timeless Valentino Roma dress was designed during the early 2000s. Crafted from a lightweight black cotton fabric, it is intricately embroidered all-over with contrasting white ...
Christian Dior Embroidered Black Pearls Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Dior -Mid-length dress, top of the dress with long transparent sleeves decorated with embroidered black pearls.
Black Rayon Embroidered Tulle Strapless Long Layered Dress
Located in New York, NY
Black Rayon Embroidered Tulle Strapless Long Layered Dress
Lanvin Style Embroidered Deco Silk Crepe Black Dress
Located in Sharon, CT
An unlabeled deco period black silk crepe dress, geometrically embroidered with silver threads, green plastic squares and faux diamonds, in the style of Lanvin.
1960 Mr. Blackwell Fluorescent Yellow Embroidered Floral Net Trapeze Dress
By Mr. Blackwell
Located in Gresham, OR
Blackwell fluorescent yellow floral embroidered net cocktail dress. Under-layer is a sheath styled crepe dress and the over-layer of embroidered tulle is cut in a flowing trapeze sty...
Loris Azzaro Embroidered Grey Silk Dress, Size 36FR
By Loris Azzaro Paris, Loris Azzaro
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Azzaro (Made in France) Silk dress embroidered with beads and sequins. No composition or size tags, fits a size 36FR.
$1,234
Size: Equivalent French Size 38
A Worth Paquin Couture Embroidered Chiffon Dress - England Circa 1955-1960
By Worth
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1955 France / England Worth cocktail dress in navy blue silk-crepe with horizontal stripes embroidered with iridescent navy glitter and translucent beads, from the last period...
Herve Leger Bandage Dress Embroidered with Beads, 2000s
By Herve Léger
Located in New York, NY
Herve Leger bandage dress embroidered with beads. Period: 2000s Sleeveless, fastens with a zipper at the back.
1960s Embroidered Chiffon White Short-Sleeve Dress
Located in London, GB
This sweet short-sleeve dress was created by an unknown designer in the 1960s and may have been a wedding dress as it is a delicate shade of white.
Amazing John Galliano Pointelle Knit and Embroidered Evening Dress
By John Galliano
Located in New York, NY
Amazing John Galliano form fitting evening dress Fall/Winter 2000 made of black rayon-silk patterned pointelle knit, embroidered and appliqued with multi colored wool flowers and but...
1970s Young Edwardian Embroidered Linen Maxi Dress
By YOUNG EDWARDIAN
Located in London, GB
This dress was created in the 1970s by Young Edwardian, a collectible American vintage label which drew inspiration from antique clothing designs. Crafted from a thick white linen, i...
Gucci Nude Lace Embroidered Runway Dress IT38
By Gucci
Located in Brossard, QC
Lace with hand-applied embroidered patches on the front Beige lace with embroidery Light georgette piping at the neckline Hand-applied embroidered patches Straight fit Nude silk lini...
$1,895
Size: Equivalent size 38 French
An Art Deco embroidered silk crepe Couture French Flapper Dress Circa 1925
Located in Toulon, FR
France Haute Couture Circa 1925 Silk crepe dress elegantly tied on the hips and dating from the Art Deco Period. Sleeveless dress in taffetas and green water / turquoise muslin. Mat...
NEW Emilio Pucci Kaleidoscope Print Silk Cady Embroidered Kaftan Tunic Dress 44
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
Emilio Pucci's embroidered kaftan is perfect for chic summer parties. Crafted in Italy from luxurious silk-cady, this design has amazing embellishments. Team yours with a clutch and ...
Christian Dior Rare Raf Simmons Runway Embroidered Silk Dress
By Christian Dior, Raf Simons for Christian Dior
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dress is impeccably tailored; Fully lined. Additional attached silk slip.
$3,526
Size: 36 on tag but fit also 38
Couture edit black embroidered cocktail dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER
By Alexandre Vauthier
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Couture edit black embroidered cocktail dress. Main fabric composition: 71% acetate, 29% rayon.
Lolita Lempicka S/S 1999 Embroidered Floral Slip Fringed Dress
By Lolita Lempicka
Located in Paris, FR
Embroidered floral slip dress Lolita Lempicka crafted from champagne-colored silk crepe with subtle metallic threading throughout.
NEW Emilio Pucci Silk Cady Embroidered Kaftan Maxi Dress Evening Gown 42
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
Emilio Pucci's pink kaftan is perfect for chic summer parties. Crafted in Italy from luxurious silk-cady, this unlined design has a loose fit, tasseled front ties and floral embellis...
1920s Cream Silk Apron Embroidered Wedding Dress
Located in London, GB
This enchanting antique wedding dress is in wonderful condition for a piece of its age and delicacy. Designed a century ago, it is crafted from fine cream silk in the laid-back apron...
$107Sale Price|45% Off
70s Louis Carling Dress with Embroidered Epaulettes 12UK
Located in Port Hope, ON
Boat neck; discreet ruching from the neckline to the armpits (as well as the sleeve bottoms), and side slits. The material feels like a polyester jersey, and the color is a deep but...
Black jersey embroidered cocktail dress Roberto Cavalli
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black rayon jersey embroidered
NEW DVF Diane von Furstenberg 2 PCS Embroidered Kaftan Maxi Dress 6
By Diane von Furstenberg
Located in Switzerland, CH
This wonderful copper-colored kaftan by Diane von Furstenberg is a glamorous take on a holiday staple. It's cut from sheer silk-crepe and heavily embellished with gold-tone metal bea...
1970s Yolanda Floral Embroidered Mexican Wedding Dress
Located in London, GB
A 1970s wedding dress by Yolanda that originates in Mexico, this ankle-length piece has many hallmarks of traditional Mexican design. It is tailored to a breezy A-line silhouette fro...
Saks 5th Avenue 1960s Samuel Winston Embroidered Lace Dress
By Saks Fifth Avenue, Samuel Winston
Located in London, GB
This exceptional 1960s pale gold and ivory lace dress is custom made by Roxanne for its Pret A Porter diffusion line Samuel Winston for sale at Saks 5th Avenue. This magnificent piec...
Christian Dior by John Galliano FW 2002 Silk Embroidered Runway Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Bressanone, Trentino-Alto Adige
Christian Dior by John Galliano FW 2002 Silk Embroidered Runway Dress. Size 40 FR Condition: Really good.
1930s strapless silver lame embroidered strapless cocktail dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1930s strapless silver lame embroidered strapless cocktail dress. Size 4
Blumarine tulle dress embroidered with beads and crystals
By Blumarine
Located in Rubiera, RE
Blumarine tulle dress embroidered entirely by hand, with beads and crystals in an intertwined design of camellias, leaf shoots and ramages.
White sleeveless dress with beaded work embroidered Chloé
By Chloé
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
White sleeveless dress with beaded work embroidered
Valentino Alessandro Michele Spring 2025 Blue Pink dress embroidered
By Valentino, Alessandro Michele
Located in CANNES, FR
Valentino X Alessandro Michele Spring/Summer 2025 Ready-to-Wear Collection Dress with a nude organza top, sky blue skirt embroidered with hearts and imitation white pearls.
UNWORN Emilio Pucci Embroidered Cady & Chiffon Silk Dress 40
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
Exclusive EMILIO PUCCI evening cocktail dress Decorated with hand-embroidered embellishments Crafted from luxurious cady & chiffon silk Amazing pink-coralish color Dry Clean only...
Black & white tulle fully embroidered cocktail dress Valentino
By Valentino
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black & white tulle fully embroidered cocktail dress. See-through on the bust and chiffon lining on the skirt.
$1,057
Size: IT 38, a modern FR 34/36
Gianfranco Ferré Black Velvet Dress 1990s - Baroque Embroidered Jewel Neck
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Charenton-le-pont, FR
A breathtaking example of Gianfranco Ferré’s mastery of form and luxury, this 1990s sheath dress is crafted from deep black plush velvet. The architectural silhouette is anchored by ...
1960s French Couture Organza Dress with Embroidered and Beaded Bodice
Located in London, GB
Vibrant 1960s French couture turquoise silk-satin evening dress. Created from turquoise silk-satin, it has a sheer organza overlay, creating a luminous layered effect. The sleeveless...
1960s Sunflowers Print Embroidered Sleeveless Multi Color Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1960s custom made sleeveless shift cocktail dress in multi color sunflowers embroidered in gold metallic floral netting overlay.
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.
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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.