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1960s Cream Embroidered Column Dress with Pearl Trim
1960s Cream Embroidered Column Dress with Pearl Trim

1960s Cream Embroidered Column Dress with Pearl Trim

Located in London, GB

This opulent 1960s dress is a rare find. Unusually intricate in detail, it is crafted from glossy, pale cream satin and embroidered all-over with swirling vines and an assortment of ...

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1960s British Wedding Dresses

1950 Custom Made Hunter Green Crewel Cord Embroidered Wool Dress Size 10
1950 Custom Made Hunter Green Crewel Cord Embroidered Wool Dress Size 10

1950 Custom Made Hunter Green Crewel Cord Embroidered Wool Dress Size 10

Located in Gresham, OR

An unusual 1950s custom-made mid-length sleeved forest green wool day dress with gold-tone corded crewel embroidery covering the entire front of dress. Traditional crafted style embr...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

NEW Missoni Purple Embroidered Crochet Knit Evening Gown Maxi Dress 42
NEW Missoni Purple Embroidered Crochet Knit Evening Gown Maxi Dress 42

NEW Missoni Purple Embroidered Crochet Knit Evening Gown Maxi Dress 42

By Missoni

Located in Switzerland, CH

A very elegant sequined crochet-knit gown in Missoni's signature crochet knit fabric Gorgeous piece, perfect for a classy evening Stunning purple color, embroidered with beautiful s...

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2010s Italian Evening Gowns

Antique  Royal Blue Silk Gold Embroidered Caftan Dress
Antique  Royal Blue Silk Gold Embroidered Caftan Dress

Antique Royal Blue Silk Gold Embroidered Caftan Dress

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Done in a sumptuous royal blue silk embroidered with a floral motif, this caftan dress evokes effortless luxury and desert nights under the stars.

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1960s Caftans

1960s Malcolm Starr Gold Metallic Embroidered Long Sleeve Cocktail Dress
1960s Malcolm Starr Gold Metallic Embroidered Long Sleeve Cocktail Dress

1960s Malcolm Starr Gold Metallic Embroidered Long Sleeve Cocktail Dress

By Elinor Simmons for Malcolm Starr

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Vintage Malcolm Starr gold net overlay dress embellished with gold metallic braided ribbon and rhinestones. Dress has Scoop neck, fitted waist, poet sleeves with gathered cuff, sequ...

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1960s American Evening Dresses

Gianni Versace S/S 1996 Embroidered Black Viscose Zipped Medusa Dress
Gianni Versace S/S 1996 Embroidered Black Viscose Zipped Medusa Dress

Gianni Versace S/S 1996 Embroidered Black Viscose Zipped Medusa Dress

By Gianni Versace, Gianni Versace Couture

Located in Caserta, IT

- Designed by Gianni Versace - Spring Summer 1996 - Embroidered Black Viscose Zipped Medusa Dress - Two frontal zipped pockets - Back zip closure - Sleveless design - Seams details -...

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Black Antonio Berardi Embroidered Long Sleeve Mini Dress Size IT 38
Black Antonio Berardi Embroidered Long Sleeve Mini Dress Size IT 38

Black Antonio Berardi Embroidered Long Sleeve Mini Dress Size IT 38

By Antonio Berardi

Located in New York, NY

Black cotton embroidered long sleeve mini dress by Antonio Berardi.

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21st Century and Contemporary European Evening Dresses and Gowns

Luca Luca Size 44 US 12 / 14 Embroidered Cotton + Linen Pastel Halter Dress
Luca Luca Size 44 US 12 / 14 Embroidered Cotton + Linen Pastel Halter Dress

Luca Luca Size 44 US 12 / 14 Embroidered Cotton + Linen Pastel Halter Dress

By LUCA LUCA

Located in San Diego, CA

Chic LUCA LUCA halter dress! Soft cotton and linen blend. Embroidered flowers and leaves printed throughout.

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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Moschino Cheap & Chic Leopard Print Dress with Embroidered Florals
Moschino Cheap & Chic Leopard Print Dress with Embroidered Florals

Moschino Cheap & Chic Leopard Print Dress with Embroidered Florals

By Moschino

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Bring out your inner feline and put on this luxuriously printed leopard dress. We love the fitted curvature of this dress.

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20th Century Day Dresses

Gianfranco Ferre embroidered tulle and velvet evening dress, fw 1998
Gianfranco Ferre embroidered tulle and velvet evening dress, fw 1998

Gianfranco Ferre embroidered tulle and velvet evening dress, fw 1998

By Gianfranco Ferré

Located in London, GB

Gianfranco Ferré couture embroidered tulle evening gown, WITH metal-strip worked crescent moon, stars and arabesques, skirt with velvet central front panel and trained hem and concea...

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Roberto Cavalli dress
Roberto Cavalli dress

Roberto Cavalli dress

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

CAVALLI - (Made in Italy) Long-sleeved dress entirely embroidered with pearls and sequins in green, blue, yellow, and white tones.

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2010s European Maxi Dress

Bill Blass Pastel Cocktail Dress with Embroidered Cage
Bill Blass Pastel Cocktail Dress with Embroidered Cage

Bill Blass Pastel Cocktail Dress with Embroidered Cage

By Bill Blass

Located in Alford, MA

Beautifully crafted Bill Blass two-layer dress, the main body a strapless sheath of repeating ribbon stripes in aqua, mint, beige and gray. Skimming over this is a sheer net sleevele...

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Early 2000s American Cocktail Dresses

Azzedine Alaïa 2016 Women's Black Cotton Embroidered Babydoll Dress
Azzedine Alaïa 2016 Women's Black Cotton Embroidered Babydoll Dress

Azzedine Alaïa 2016 Women's Black Cotton Embroidered Babydoll Dress

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

ALAÏA - (Made in Italy) Mid-length black cotton dress, flounced skirt with levels and an embroidered flower pattern.

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2010s Italian Babydoll Dresses

A Salmon embroidered Chiffon Flapper Dress - France Circa 1925
A Salmon embroidered Chiffon Flapper Dress - France Circa 1925

A Salmon embroidered Chiffon Flapper Dress - France Circa 1925

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1920-1925 France Nice Art Deco ball gown or ceremonial dress in pale salmon pink silk crepe entirely embroidered with tubular glass beads and pearls.

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1920s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Vintage Comme des Garcons Black Embroidered Halter Dress AW 1999
Vintage Comme des Garcons Black Embroidered Halter Dress AW 1999

Vintage Comme des Garcons Black Embroidered Halter Dress AW 1999

By Comme des Garçons

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage Comme des Garcons black halter dress featuring all over white floral embroidery and multi-color red, burgundy, and rust brown felted trim at hem. From the Autumn / Winter 199...

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Late 20th Century Japanese Evening Dresses and Gowns

Long evening dress with embroidered on lace and velvet back Chanel
Long evening dress with embroidered on lace and velvet back Chanel

Long evening dress with embroidered on lace and velvet back Chanel

By Chanel

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Long evening dress with embroidered on lace and velvet back. Authenticity hologram

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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses

NWT Runway Oscar de la Renta Coveted Floral Embroidered Mini Dress
NWT Runway Oscar de la Renta Coveted Floral Embroidered Mini Dress

NWT Runway Oscar de la Renta Coveted Floral Embroidered Mini Dress

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in Los Angeles, CA

WOW Oscar de la Renta embroidered mini dress offered brand new w/tags. Definitely a knockout.

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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses

Circa 1960's black crêpe evening dress with embroidered bust HEKO
Circa 1960's black crêpe evening dress with embroidered bust HEKO

Circa 1960's black crêpe evening dress with embroidered bust HEKO

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Circa 1960's black crêpe evening dress with embroidered bust. Polyester lining. Split on the right side = 53 cm Sequin and PVC embroideries.

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1960s French Evening Dresses

1950s Blue Floral Embroidered and Crystal Full Skirt Dress
1950s Blue Floral Embroidered and Crystal Full Skirt Dress

1950s Blue Floral Embroidered and Crystal Full Skirt Dress

Located in London, GB

It incorporates many hallmarks of the era’s most-popular designs with its short-sleeves, squared neckline and circle skirt, yet the intricate detailing on this dress really sets it a...

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

Prada Faux Fur Collar Plastic Pailette Embroidered Cocktail Dress, FW 2011
Prada Faux Fur Collar Plastic Pailette Embroidered Cocktail Dress, FW 2011

Prada Faux Fur Collar Plastic Pailette Embroidered Cocktail Dress, FW 2011

By Prada

Located in London, GB

Cocktail dress by Prada, Fall-Winter 2011, constructed from peach-toned organza, embroidered throughout with oversized translucent plastic pailettes stitched in overlapping rows to f...

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2010s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

A Regency Cotton Voile Day Embroidered Summer Dress -France Circa 1815/1820
A Regency Cotton Voile Day Embroidered Summer Dress -France Circa 1815/1820

A Regency Cotton Voile Day Embroidered Summer Dress -France Circa 1815/1820

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1815-1820 France or Provence Rare summer cotton Embroidered Cotton voile dress with cotton thread vermilion dating from the French Première Restauration.

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1810s French Empire Waist Dresses

Vintage Ivory Gold Floral Embroidered Vintage Caftan Dress
Vintage Ivory Gold Floral Embroidered Vintage Caftan Dress

Vintage Ivory Gold Floral Embroidered Vintage Caftan Dress

Located in Boca Raton, FL

The kaftan is a garment traditionally found in the Middle East and near surrounding regions. Originally it was worn for its immense functionality for the climate and the day-to-day a...

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1970s Lebanese Caftans

VALENTINO gold sequin embroidered collar cream lace bridal dress
VALENTINO gold sequin embroidered collar cream lace bridal dress

VALENTINO gold sequin embroidered collar cream lace bridal dress

By Valentino

Located in Hong Kong, NT

VALENTINO gold sequin embroidered collar cream lace bridal dress Reference: LACG/A00399 Brand: Valentino Designer: Pier Paolo Piccioli Material: Feels like cotton Color: Cream, Gold ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

RARE Gianni Versace Couture 1998 Embroidered Evening Dress Gown as on Courtney
RARE Gianni Versace Couture 1998 Embroidered Evening Dress Gown as on Courtney

RARE Gianni Versace Couture 1998 Embroidered Evening Dress Gown as on Courtney

By Gianni Versace Couture, Gianni Versace

Located in Switzerland, CH

A VERY RARE AND UNIQUE DRESS CREATED BY GIANNI VERSACE BEFORE HIS DEAD OWN A PIECE OF FASHION HISTORY A TRUE GEM - SO HARD TO FIND Gorgeous GIANNI VERSACE gown Pink and black...

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1990s Italian Evening Gowns

An Art Deco Chiffon dress embroidered with glass beads - France Circa 1920
An Art Deco Chiffon dress embroidered with glass beads - France Circa 1920

An Art Deco Chiffon dress embroidered with glass beads - France Circa 1920

Located in Toulon, FR

This transparency enhances the pastel colors of the bead embroidery. A matching belt, embroidered in the same style, allows the dress to be gathered at the waist.

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1920s French Evening Dresses

1970s Valentino Black Crepe Gold Lattice Beaded Embroidered Vintage 70s Dress
1970s Valentino Black Crepe Gold Lattice Beaded Embroidered Vintage 70s Dress

1970s Valentino Black Crepe Gold Lattice Beaded Embroidered Vintage 70s Dress

By Valentino Night, Valentino

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful late 1970s VALENTINO black embroidered gold lattice lace beaded crepe evening gown ! From the fancier Valentino Night line. Features a faux wrap style. V-neck with gold lat...

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1970s Italian Evening Gowns

EMILIO PUCCI S/S 2008 Embroidered Silk Sequin Evening Kimono Dress 42
EMILIO PUCCI S/S 2008 Embroidered Silk Sequin Evening Kimono Dress 42

EMILIO PUCCI S/S 2008 Embroidered Silk Sequin Evening Kimono Dress 42

By Emilio Pucci

Located in Switzerland, CH

Matthew Williamson has infused the house of Pucci with his vivacious approach to fashion. Leaving behind the brand's more traditional prints he has adopted the use of sequins, color ...

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Gowns

Dolce & Gabbana Fall 2013 Embroidered Baroque Lace Midi Cocktail Dress IT 40
Dolce & Gabbana Fall 2013 Embroidered Baroque Lace Midi Cocktail Dress IT 40

Dolce & Gabbana Fall 2013 Embroidered Baroque Lace Midi Cocktail Dress IT 40

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Woodland Hills, CA

Dolce & Gabbana Fall/Winter 2013 embroidered lace cocktail dress, crafted in Italy and exemplifying the house’s celebrated baroque embroidery period of the early 2010s.

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2010s Italian Evening Dresses

1990s Louis Feraud Embroidered Blue Silk and Black Velvet Dress
1990s Louis Feraud Embroidered Blue Silk and Black Velvet Dress

1990s Louis Feraud Embroidered Blue Silk and Black Velvet Dress

By Louis Feraud

Located in London, GB

The full ball-gown style skirt is enhanced with an underlay of thick slate blue silk satin with thick velvet hem, followed by a further layer of stiff netting and a sateen slip benea...

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1990s German Ball Gowns

Christian Lacroix Fall 1988 Runway Mesh & Embroidered Flower Mini Dress
Christian Lacroix Fall 1988 Runway Mesh & Embroidered Flower Mini Dress

Christian Lacroix Fall 1988 Runway Mesh & Embroidered Flower Mini Dress

By Christian Lacroix Pret a Porter

Located in Charenton-le-pont, FR

A spectacular, highly collectible museum-quality piece from Christian Lacroix prêt-à-porter, hailing from the historic Fall/Winter 1988 runway collection and famously worn on the cat...

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1980s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses

UNWORN Emilio Pucci „Palm Royale“ Embroidered Cocktail Evening Dress 42
UNWORN Emilio Pucci „Palm Royale“ Embroidered Cocktail Evening Dress 42

UNWORN Emilio Pucci „Palm Royale“ Embroidered Cocktail Evening Dress 42

By Emilio Pucci

Located in Switzerland, CH

Stunning cocktail dress by Emilio Pucci So „Palm Royale“ - be the star of every party in this unique dress Cut out detail in back Peach frayed chiffon silk Full beading Beautiful emb...

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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Music-Hall Evening Dress Embroidered with Black and Silver Sequins Circa 1980
Music-Hall Evening Dress Embroidered with Black and Silver Sequins Circa 1980

Music-Hall Evening Dress Embroidered with Black and Silver Sequins Circa 1980

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1980/1985 France Music-Hall Evening Dress inspired by Art Deco in Silver and embroidered with black and silver faceted paillons and silver tubular pearls from the 1980s.

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1980s French Evening Dresses

UNWORN Emilio Pucci „Palm Royale“ Embroidered Cocktail Evening Dress 40
UNWORN Emilio Pucci „Palm Royale“ Embroidered Cocktail Evening Dress 40

UNWORN Emilio Pucci „Palm Royale“ Embroidered Cocktail Evening Dress 40

By Emilio Pucci

Located in Switzerland, CH

Stunning cocktail dress by Emilio Pucci So „Palm Royale“ - be the star of every party in this unique dress Blush linen silk fabric with black and white trimming Full beading Beautifu...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

John Galliano black bias-cut embroidered crepe evening dress, fw 2004
John Galliano black bias-cut embroidered crepe evening dress, fw 2004

John Galliano black bias-cut embroidered crepe evening dress, fw 2004

By John Galliano

Located in London, GB

▪ John Galliano black evening dress ▪ Fall-Winter 2004 ▪ Constructed from bias-cut acetate-viscose crepe ▪ Multi coloured novelty embroideries of 'Galliano Soda' bottles ▪ Decorati...

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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Christian Dior by John Galliano Brown Embroidered Tulle & Silk Dress, FW 2005
Christian Dior by John Galliano Brown Embroidered Tulle & Silk Dress, FW 2005

Christian Dior by John Galliano Brown Embroidered Tulle & Silk Dress, FW 2005

By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior

Located in London, GB

▪ Brand: Christian Dior ▪ Creative Director: John Galliano ▪ Collection: Fall-Winter 2005 ▪ Fabric: Silk, Tulle ▪ Size: FR38 - UK10 - US6 ▪ Made in: France ▪ Condition: Excellent ▪ M...

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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses

2015 Raf Simons for Christian Dior Embroidered Sequin Evening Dress, Pre-Fall
2015 Raf Simons for Christian Dior Embroidered Sequin Evening Dress, Pre-Fall

2015 Raf Simons for Christian Dior Embroidered Sequin Evening Dress, Pre-Fall

By Raf Simons for Christian Dior, Christian Dior

Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ

Raf Simons for Christian Dior, Pre-Fall 2015, silk embroidered raisin sequin with indigo and cranberry micro-sequins shift dress, concealed back zip and hook and eye closure, fully l...

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2010s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Chloé Fall 2016 Embroidered Caftan Dress Look 15 – Runway Clare Waight Keller
Chloé Fall 2016 Embroidered Caftan Dress Look 15 – Runway Clare Waight Keller

Chloé Fall 2016 Embroidered Caftan Dress Look 15 – Runway Clare Waight Keller

By Chloé

Located in Boca Raton, FL

This striking caftan dress from Clare Waight Keller's FW16 collection for Chloé exemplifies a blend of folkloric craftsmanship and modern bohemian elegance.

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2010s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

JOHN GALLIANO 2002 Vintage 3D Y2K Patchwork Embroidered Evening Gown Maxi Dress
JOHN GALLIANO 2002 Vintage 3D Y2K Patchwork Embroidered Evening Gown Maxi Dress

JOHN GALLIANO 2002 Vintage 3D Y2K Patchwork Embroidered Evening Gown Maxi Dress

By John Galliano

Located in Leonardo, NJ

John Galliano Vintage SS02 Jet black with colorful fun patches and embroidery Pullover Size F40 Like new condition, no flaws Super obsessed with this piece, you will get a lot of com...

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Early 2000s Evening Gowns

Roberto Cavalli Resort 2017 Purple Multi Embroidered Silk Print Dress-Size 40
Roberto Cavalli Resort 2017 Purple Multi Embroidered Silk Print Dress-Size 40

Roberto Cavalli Resort 2017 Purple Multi Embroidered Silk Print Dress-Size 40

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Roberto Cavalli Resort 2017 Purple Multi Embroidered Silk Dress-Size 40 This purple silk print long sleeve dress has a pattern of flowers and bees, birds and cats in multi vibrant co...

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2010s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Gianni Versace S/S 1997 Runway Embroidered Lace Black Evening Dress Gown
Gianni Versace S/S 1997 Runway Embroidered Lace Black Evening Dress Gown

Gianni Versace S/S 1997 Runway Embroidered Lace Black Evening Dress Gown

By Gianni Versace

Located in Englishtown, NJ

Gianni Versace S/S 1997 Runway Embroidered Lace Black Evening Dress Gown IT 40 Look 92 from the Spring 1997 Collection.

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1990s Evening Dresses and Gowns

1960s Malcolm Starr Pale Yellow Silk Lace Embroidered Vintage 60s Gown Dress
1960s Malcolm Starr Pale Yellow Silk Lace Embroidered Vintage 60s Gown Dress

1960s Malcolm Starr Pale Yellow Silk Lace Embroidered Vintage 60s Gown Dress

By Malcolm Starr

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful vintage 1960s MALCOLM STARR pale light yellow silk lace embroidered sleeveless gown / maxi dress! Features intricately embroidered lace throughout.

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1960s American Evening Gowns

MATTHEW WILLIAMSON Size 10 Purple Gold Silk Embroidered Sleeveless Dress
MATTHEW WILLIAMSON Size 10 Purple Gold Silk Embroidered Sleeveless Dress

MATTHEW WILLIAMSON Size 10 Purple Gold Silk Embroidered Sleeveless Dress

By Matthew Williamson

Located in San Francisco, CA

MATTHEW WILLIAMSON dress in a purple and gold silk fabric featuring ruffled sleeves, beaded and embroidered floral design, and back single button closure.

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21st Century and Contemporary Day Dresses

Gianni Versace S/S 1997 Runway Embroidered Lace Ivory Evening Dress Gown
Gianni Versace S/S 1997 Runway Embroidered Lace Ivory Evening Dress Gown

Gianni Versace S/S 1997 Runway Embroidered Lace Ivory Evening Dress Gown

By Gianni Versace

Located in Englishtown, NJ

Gianni Versace S/S 1997 Runway Embroidered Lace Ivory Evening Dress Gown IT 38 Look 92 from the Spring 1997 Collection in black version.

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1990s Evening Dresses and Gowns

1960s Richard Tam Red & Gold Embroidered Lace Cocktail Mini Dress
1960s Richard Tam Red & Gold Embroidered Lace Cocktail Mini Dress

1960s Richard Tam Red & Gold Embroidered Lace Cocktail Mini Dress

By Richard Tam

Located in Gresham, OR

1960s Richard Tam Red & Gold Embroidered Lace Cocktail Mini Dress: A solid underlayer is topped with a glittering gold embroidered layer of sheer red lace.

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1960s American Cocktail Dresses

A French Little black Couture Dress in embroidered Duchesse satin Circa 1920
A French Little black Couture Dress in embroidered Duchesse satin Circa 1920

A French Little black Couture Dress in embroidered Duchesse satin Circa 1920

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1920 France Amazing little black dress, probably Haute Couture, with a minimalist graphic representing a drop of water and dating from the 1920s. Straight bag dress, V-neck, lo...

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1920s French Evening Dresses

Vintage Emilio Pucci embroidered and crystal embellished black silk dress
Vintage Emilio Pucci embroidered and crystal embellished black silk dress

Vintage Emilio Pucci embroidered and crystal embellished black silk dress

By Emilio Pucci

Located in Montgomery, TX

Vintage Emilio Pucci embroidered and crystal embellished black silk dress 100% Chiffon Silk, fully lined.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

James Galanos Black & Gold Lace Dress With Embroidered Gold Starbursts
James Galanos Black & Gold Lace Dress With Embroidered Gold Starbursts

James Galanos Black & Gold Lace Dress With Embroidered Gold Starbursts

By James Galanos, Galanos

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Today's Size 2-4 Fabric: No Fabric Label. Black Lace with Embroidered Appliques with Sequins and Velvet Ribbon.

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1980s North American Cocktail Dresses

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Embroidered Dresses For Sale on 1stDibs

Find an extraordinary variety of embroidered dresses available on 1stDibs. Our collection of embroidered dresses includes a variety of colors, spanning black, gray, brown and more. Finding the perfect accessories for you may mean sifting through those that were made during different time periods — popular versions of these were made as early as the 18th Century and a newer one, made as recently as the 21st Century, can also be found on the site. Embroidered dresses designed by Christian Dior, Valentino and Oscar De La Renta — each of whom created beautiful versions of these treasured items — are 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 are Embroidered Dresses?

On average, embroidered dresses on 1stDibs sell for $1,456, while they’re typically $39 on the low end and $225,050 for the highest priced versions of these items.

Finding the Right Evening Dresses And Gowns 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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