1960s Couture Purple Sequin and Beaded Empire Line Dress
Located in London, GB
This 1960s couture amethyst purple dress is a real showstopper. Tailored from two frothy layers of purple silk of the finest quality, the top layer is made of soft flowing chiffon an...
1970's Guy Laroche Haute Couture Cream Silk Beaded Gown
By Guy Laroche
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Amazing 1970's Guy Laroche couture cream silk gown. High neckline, billowing sleeves and empire waist. Simple almost religious lines, this elegant piece appears highly influence by B...
$1,540Sale Price|30% Off
Malcolm Starr Heavily Beaded Green Silk Organza Gown, Circa 1970s
By Malcolm Starr
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Malcolm Starr Heavily Beaded Green Silk Organza Gown - 8- Circa 70's This Elinor Simmons for Malcolm Starr creation is fabulous. This gorgeous green silk organza fabric is all hand b...
Vintage 1960's Yellow Silk Chiffon Beaded Evening Dress Mike Benet UK 8 US 4
By Mike Benet Formals
Located in Nashville, TN
This truly breathtaking 1960's lemon silk chiffon Mike Benet gown, embellished with trailing silver glass beads, in an undulating and abstract pattern, is the perfect statement piec...
1960S Lemmon Yellow Beaded Silk Chiffon Empire Waist Gown With Matching Cropped
Located in New York, NY
MORPHEW VINTAGE represents the finest pieces of fashions past. Sourced from across the globe, dating as far back as a century. Each piece is selected with both quality and rarity in ...
1970S ALFRED BOSAND Cranberry Red Beaded Silk Chiffon Demi Empire Waist Gown Wi
By Alfred Bosand
Located in New York, NY
Lined in satin backed crepe for a luxurious feel, beautifully finished by hand, exceptional quality. 1970S ALFRED BOSAND Cranberry Red Beaded Silk Chiffon Demi Empire Waist Gown Wit...
Ceil Chapman Vintage Black Empire Waist Gown with Beaded Bodice, c 1950 sz 6-8
By Ceil Chapman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a fine vintage evening dress made by Ceil Chapman. It has an empire waist with a heavily beaded bodice at the bust. The jersey body of the dress has a sheath silhouette and a...
1990S Bereda Feredi Black Beaded Silk Empire Waist
Located in New York, NY
Decade: 1990s. Material: Silk . Vintage condition: Excellent. Measurements Bust: 32-34 in. Waist: 32-36 in. Overall length: 66 in. US: 10.
1970S GALANOS Cranberry Red Paisley Silk Chiffon Empire Waist Crystal Beaded Go
Located in New York, NY
1970S GALANOS Cranberry Red Paisley Silk Chiffon Empire Waist Crystal Beaded Gown
1970S RETY OF PARIS Black Haute Couture Silk Chiffon Crystal Beaded Empire Wais
Located in New York, NY
1970S RETY OF PARIS Black Haute Couture Silk Chiffon Crystal Beaded Empire Waist Gown
$600
Size: Up to Modern 8
1960s Victoria Royale Ltd. Beaded Sequined Empire Mod Cocktail Dress in Black
By Victoria Royal
Located in Gresham, OR
1960s Victoria Royale Ltd. Beaded Sequined Mod Cocktail Dress in Black: Empire waistline. Bodice is heavily beaded with a banded neckline. Double layer silk chiffon full skirt. Cent...
Vintage garden party chique beaded bodice flower design empire waist long dress
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
The bodice of this exquisite vintage empire waist dress features an intricate beaded design inspired by blooming flowers, while the skirt boasts a breathtaking display of the same fl...
Reem Acra Grey Silk Beaded Empire Waist Evening Couture Gown
By Reem Acra
Located in Toronto, ON
This Reem Acra evening gown is in pristine condition, 100% silk, and size 10, made in USA. The gown is comprised of 2 layers of silk, one dark gray (over) and one light gray (unde...
1960s Alfred Bosand Cream Silk Dress and Capelet with Black Bugle Beads
By Alfred Bosand
Located in Houston, TX
Beautiful cream dress with lace appliqués from the esteemed Alfred Bosand. Covered in bugle beads in striped and floral patterns, this dress gives us an antique vibe especially wh...
80 Bob Mackie Strapless Beaded Empire Waist Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Simple and elegant Strapless gown by the beloved glam master Bob Mackie. Empired waisted with criss cross bustline. Boned bodice. Easy, wearable glamour.
George Halley Beaded Chiffon Gown
By George Halley
Located in New Hope, PA
The bright orange Empire bodice of this stunning George Halley evening dress is smothered in orange beads, diamonds and pear shaped sapphire beads. The thick beaded fringe incorpora...
Emilio Pucci Silk Jersey Gown w/Beaded Bodice
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous empire-waist Emilio Pucci black silk jersey gown with a beaded bodice, dating back to the couture collections of the 1960's.
Marty Modell Beaded Brocade Empire Princess Dress
By Marty Modell, I. Magnin
Located in Gresham, OR
A metallic Marty Modell brocade mod 60s empire waist dress sold at I. Magnin. Heavily beaded around the neckline, Empire waist and cuffs. Zippered back.
1970s Bill Gibb White Evening Dress with Beaded Art Deco Motive
By Bill Gibb
Located in London, GB
This enchanting vintage 1970s Bill Gibb silk jersey evening dress in soft white is in beautiful vintage condition and as the designer notoriously only made limited numbers of the sam...
Dotted Swiss Beaded Floral Print
Located in New Hope, PA
This Richard Kaplan, New York dress is so feminine. The white Dotted Swiss fabric is printed with pastel Spring flowers. They are embellished with opalescent sequins and rhinestones....
Blumarine Dress Rose Flower Print Striking Beaded Bow 42 / 8 New
By Blumarine
Located in Miami, FL
Guaranteed authentic Blumarine dress features an exquisite profusion of roses in the pales shade of pink, with deepening shades to a creamy rose. Accentuated with rich brown - the ...
1960S Cream Beaded Silk Chiffon Empire Waist Gown With Matching Evening Bolero
Located in New York, NY
1960S Cream Beaded Silk Chiffon Empire Waist Gown With Matching Evening Bolero
1960's Beaded Empire Gown
Located in New Hope, PA
Silk chiffon is delicately gathered at the shoulder seams and falls to the beaded Empire waist. This stunning beadwork accentuates the figure beautifully with a nude panel between th...
Helen Rose 60s Empire Silk Chiffon Gown w/ Beaded Bodice
By Helen Rose
Located in Gresham, OR
The empire bodice is entirely beaded in a floral pattern with cap sleeves.
1960s Grecian Style Chiffon Gown w/ Empire Beaded Cut-Outs
Located in Gresham, OR
A gorgeous 1960s Grecian style black silk chiffon gown: Back zipper, Empire waist w/ beaded eyelet cut-outs. Heavily ruched at bodice and shoulders. Fully lined.
1960S MALCOLM STARR Hot Pink Wool Empire Waist Gown Beaded With Golden Crystal
By Malcolm Starr
Located in New York, NY
1960S MALCOLM STARR Hot Pink Wool Empire Waist Gown Beaded With Golden Crystal Flowers
Elie Saab Black Beaded Lace Off the Shoulder Empire Bodice Crepe Gown & Train 42
By Elie Saab
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elie Saab black beaded lace off the shoulder empire bodice crepe gown with a short train. Cap sleeve black beaded lace empire bodice is lined in nude nylon, the dress itself is black...
Bill Blass Beaded Black Lace Empire Waist Cocktail Dress
By Maurice Rentner, Bill Blass
Located in New Hope, PA
Sparkling black sequins on sheer black tulle create a sexy little cocktail dress designed by Bill Blass in the 1960's. The dress has spaghetti straps, a black satin ribbon under the ...
2000S NAEEM KHAN Black Beaded Nylon Tulle Empire Waist Trained Gown
By Naeem Khan
Located in New York, NY
Tagged a size 6 with ruffles layered over shimmering nude sequins with beaded rosettes going into the train. 2000S NAEEM KHAN Black Beaded Nylon Tulle Empire Waist Trained Gown
Reem Acra Beaded Silk Cream Satin and Black Crepe Empire Gown 12
By Reem Acra
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Reem Acra beaded silk cream satin and black crepe empire gown with trained hem. Romantic Empire style gown has a black on cream satin beaded bandeau bodice, narrow shoulder straps an...
Lilli Diamond Vintage 1970s Pale Gray Beaded Empire Maxi Dress
By Lilli Diamond
Located in Sparks, NV
Pale gray maxi dress in slinky light weight nylon jersey. Empire waist and beaded nude illusion cut out detail at the bust. Details: Partially Lined Back Zip and Hook Closure...
1970S RETY OF PARIS Black Haute Couture Silk Chiffon Crystal Beaded Empire Wais
Located in New York, NY
1970S RETY OF PARIS Black Haute Couture Silk Chiffon Crystal Beaded Empire Waist Gown
1960S Off White Silk Blend Radzimir Crystal Beaded Jackie O Style Mod Empire Wa
Located in New York, NY
1960S Off White Silk Blend Radzimir Crystal Beaded Jackie O Style Mod Empire Waist Gown
90s Red Chiffon Beaded Evening Gown
Located in San Francisco, CA
90s Red Chiffon Beaded Evening Gown.
1960s Emma Domb Vintage Dress Blue Beaded Sequins Evening Gown
By Emma Domb
Located in Portland, OR
BUST: 36" EMPIRE WAIST LINE: 30" HIPS: 44" LENGTH from top of shoulder strap to Empire waist line: 12" LENGTH From under arm to Empire waist line: 4.5" This is a stunning...
Floral Beaded 1960s Dress
By Bergdorf Goodman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1960’s – Navy silk full length gown covered with solid fuchsia, red, purple beadwork. Short sleeves and scoop low back. Fitted throughout with slit at the hem. Corseted inner constru...
1970's Heavily-Beaded Sequin Pink Silk Chiffon Empire Bohemian Evening Gown
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
In this gorgeous 1970's custom-made rose pink gown, the detailed construction and meticulous attention to detail are comparable to what you will find in modern couture. This enchanti...
Vintage 1960's Malcolm Starr Beaded Ivory Silk-Chiffon Empire Bridal Dress Gown
By Malcolm Starr, Elinor Simmons for Malcolm Starr
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
With the sparkling embellishment and ethereal ivory creme color, this dazzling 1960's Malcolm Starr evening gown does not disappoint. The substantial weight of the draped silk chiffo...
1960's Malcolm Starr Beaded Ivory Silk Chiffon Empire Goddess Bridal Dress Gown
By Elinor Simmons for Malcolm Starr, Malcolm Starr
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
With the sparkling embellishment and ethereal ivory crème color, this dazzling 1960's Malcolm Starr evening gown does not disappoint! The substantial weight of the draped silk chiffo...
Vintage 1960s Malcolm Starr Metallic Gold Colorful Beaded Silk Empire Maxi Dress
By Malcolm Starr
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
With the sparkling embellishment and metallic gold shimmer, this dazzling late 1960's Malcolm Starr evening maxi dress does not disappoint. The vibrant psychedelic paisley print nett...
Halston for Martha Park Ave 1970's Beaded Chiffon Empire Dress with Collar Cape
By Halston
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Halston for Martha Park Ave 1970's Beaded Chiffon Empire Dress with Collar Cape. Bugle bead details o the dress match the bead trim on the collar , which has two long trailing scarve...
Victor Costa Strapless Dress
By Victor Costa
Located in Alford, MA
One of Victor Costa's best designs, this strapless cocktail/evening dress is fashioned of white satin and black velvet alternating horizontal stripes with fitted bodice leading to an...
Vintage Geoffrey Beene Size 12 Navy Blue White Silk 80s Jumpsuit 1980s Nautical
By Geoffrey Beene
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic vintage 80s GEOFFREY BEENE navy blue and white long sleeve silk jumpsuit ! Features a luxurious double sided silk. Buttons up the front with hidden hook-and-eye closure at top b...
John Galliano Lace Cardigan and 2 Camisoles Set
By John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous cardigan and camisole set in black knit lace plus an additional matching red camisole all from John Galliano. The set consists of 2 flower pattern lace knit camisoles one ...
$840Sale Price|20% Off
Size: Medium
Vintage Mollie Parnis 1970s Blue and White Novelty 70s Linen + Cotton Dress
By Mollie Parnis
Located in San Diego, CA
From the queen of dressing First Ladies, comes this wonderfully chic 1970s vintage MOLLIE PARNIS blue and white nautical linen/cotton dress ! Features the perfect linen/cotton blend ...
$1,036Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 10
1990s Bob Mackie Size 10 Black Crepe Sexy 90s Vintage High Slit Evening Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy, yet sophisticated 1990s BOB MACKIE black crepe bodycon evening dress! Features an elegant sweetheart neckline, with satin trim. Figure flattering silhouette that hugs the body ...
$17,326
Size: No size tag, fits like a S
VIVIENNE WESTWOOD FW 94 Iconic and rare minidress from "On liberty" collection
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in Milano, MILANO
Iconic and rare Fall Winter 1994 ruffled lurex minidress from "On liberty" collection by Vivienne Westwood Floral embossed applications Inner corset No composition tag, viscose lurex
1980S BOB MACKIE Black Beaded Silk Chiffon Long Sleeve Gown With Fringe
By Bob Mackie
Located in New York, NY
1980S BOB MACKIE Black Beaded Silk Chiffon Long Sleeve Gown With Fringe
New Emilio Pucci Runway Pumps Heels Wedges Sz 37
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Brand New Emilio Pucci Gorgeous Blue Suede Wedge Heels Size: 37 Suede Adjustable Ankle Strap Pucci Painted Cork Heel Heels: 5" Platforms: 1" New With Dust Cover
Marc Jacobs Late 90s Sz 8 Gold Metal Link Column Evening Gown Runway Dress Gown
By Marc Jacobs
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare late 1990s–early 2000s Marc Jacobs gold metal-link vintage evening gown featuring a fluid cowl neckline and long, slinky column silhouette that skims the body like liquid metal....
Tom Ford for Gucci New Silk Velvet Dress F/W 2001
By Gucci, Tom Ford
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous black silk velvet dress from Gucci as worn in a 2001 ad campaign. It has a square neckline with the center bust highlighted with sheer areas which contrast with the rich v...
$850Sale Price|22% Off
Size: Medium
Gorgeous 1950s Demi Couture Navy Blue Raffia Cut - Out Vintage 50s Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Smashing 1950s Demi Couture navy blue raffia dress! Vibrant navy blue raffia with an attached silk lining. Full metal zipper up the side with hook-and-eye closure. Bombshell fit, wit...
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
Gucci Silk Brocade Open Back Dress
By Gucci
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous silk dress from Gucci in a gold, rust and olive brocade fern pattern on a black background. It is a semi fitted dress with long zipper cuff sleeves and fabulous flatterin...
Thierry Mugler Tuxedo Jumpsuit 1980s
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black jumpsuit by Thierry Mugler. It has a tuxedo influence with silk peak lapels, flap pockets and decorative snaps closing the double breasted front and one at each cuf...
Pale blue silk slip dress with flower appliqué Circa 1930's
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Pale blue silk slip dress with flower appliqué. Tiny pleats under bust SIZE 38 (Fr) M
Pale pink satin deshabillé with lace on the sleeve edge
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Pale pink satin deshabillé with lace on the sleeve edge and belt. Snap closure on the middle front + one ribbon inside SIZE L
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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The classic tweed garment has been a wardrobe staple of chic women around the world since the 1950s.
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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.