UNWORN Missoni Gold Lurex Corset Crochet Knit Empire Evening Gown Maxi Dress 40
By Missoni
Located in Switzerland, CH
A fantastic Missoni Crochet Knit Evening Gown A classy, timeless piece Corset-style top Boned
UNWORN Missoni Gold Lurex Corset Crochet Knit Empire Evening Gown Maxi Dress 40
By Missoni
Located in Switzerland, CH
A fantastic Missoni Crochet Knit Evening Gown A classy, timeless piece Corset-style top Boned
1960s Geoffrey Beene Black Empire Waist Gown
By Geoffrey Beene
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This Geoffrey Been black gown from the 1960's is feminine and demure with its empire waist and
$475Sale Price|74% Off
Ceil Chapman Stunning Ivory Brocade Jeweled Empire Gown c 1960
By Ceil Chapman
Located in University City, MO
Ceil Chapman Stunning ivory brocade jeweled empire gown c 1960s The exquisite brocade gown is
SAINT LAURENT 2022 Runway Bridal ivory silk satin draped empire gown FR34 XS
By Anthony Vaccarello, Saint Laurent
Located in Hong Kong, NT
SAINT LAURENT 2022 Runway Bridal ivory silk satin draped back empire column gown FR34 XS Reference
Anise green wild silk empire waist evening dress with rhinestone 1960's
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Anise green wild silk empire waist evening dress with rhinestone embellishment under the bust and
LILLIE RUBIN c.1960's Coral Silk Chiffon Empire Waist Surplice Maxi Dress Gown
By Lillie Rubin
Located in Thiensville, WI
LILLIE RUBIN c.1960's Coral Silk Chiffon Empire Waist Surplice Maxi Dress Gown Circa: 1960’s
1970's Anonymous Simple Black Gown
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Anonymous black silk empire waist sleeveless gown from the 1970's. The simple dress has a unique
Bill Blass Mocha Chiffon Pleated Gown w/ Belt
By Bill Blass
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Bill Blass (label missing) 1970's pleated mocha chiffon evening gown. The gown has spaghetti straps
Vintage Loris Azzaro Periwinkle Blue Chain Sleeve Gown
By Loris Azzaro
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Loris Azzaro periwinkle blue maxi gown featuring a v-neckline adorned with purple and
A Chiffon & Printed Satin Edwardian Tea Gown - England Circa 1905
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1905/1910 England A nice Tea Gown of an English Lady dating from the early twentieth century
$1,650Sale Price|21% Off
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
1960s Couture Purple Sequin and Beaded Empire Line Dress
Located in London, GB
satin in a darker, deeper purple tone. The chiffon falls from below the gathered bust in an empire-line
$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
VALENTINO Vintage 2000s Pleated Silk Chiffon Evening Dress w/ Twist Front Bodice
By Valentino
Located in Woodland Hills, CA
Exceptional Italian craftsmanship is the essence of this beautiful vintage Valentino evening dress
Rare Teal Traina Printed Silk Gauze Summer Evening Dress
By Teal Traina
Located in New York, NY
Teal Traina Anglo Indian inspired silk gauze print dress in magenta, yellow, lavender on white ground. Hidden front zip closure with self button and gilt chain detail. Raised waist w...
Printed evening dress with fringes scarf Gai Mattiolo Love to Love
By Gai Mattiolo
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Printed evening dress with fringes scarf attached on skirt and tied on the left side of the hips
A 1960s Nan Duskin Couture Metallic Brocade Empire Waist Dress
By Nan Duskin
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Shoulder to shoulder: 14 inches Top of shoulder to empire waist line: 11 inches Empire waist: 29 inches
$290Sale Price|34% Off
Exotic Oyster Silk Embroidered Gown from India for Bonwit Teller c 1970
Located in University City, MO
Exotic oyster silk embroidered gown from India for Bonwit Teller c 1970 The elegant vintage silk
A Jacques Griffe French Couture Evening Dress in Chiffon and Lace Circa 1958
By Jacques Griffe
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1958/1960 France Jacques Griffe Haute Couture dress in cream guipure and fuschia organza muslin dating from the late 50s. Silhouette near the line Tonneau Balenciaga with its h...
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
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2006 "Neptune" Plum Purple Bow Front Empire Cocktail Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
DESCRIPTION: ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2006 "Neptune" Plum Purple Bow Front Empire Cocktail Dress
Gianfranco Ferre Eggplant Purple with Gold Sequin Silk Asymmetrical Dress
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Gianfranco Ferre dress in rich eggplant purple features a gold sequin empire waist and an
1974 Documented Jean Varon Rainbow Maxi Dress
By Jean Varon
Located in London, GB
Goddard and photographed by David Bailey. It has a dramatic empire-line silhouette, under which plumes of
Alexander McQueen Leather Dress With Belt S/S 2006
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
- Spring / Summer 2006 "Neptune" runway collection by Lee Alexander McQueen - Empire waist
Iceberg Floral Print Silk Dress With Fringe Hem & Embroidered Trim
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This vintage Iceberg dress combines elegant silk with a kimono-inspired silhouette, featuring delicate floral prints and intricate embroidered trim. Its playful fringe adds movement,...
Ceremonial dress in champagne satin Edwardian period - England Circa 1900
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1900 England Beautiful champagne silk satin wedding dress from the Edwardian period in England, designed by Madame Ernest in Leeds. Typical of the S-shaped silhouette of the B...
Spring 2005 Proenza Schouler Purple Printed Dress
By Proenza Schouler
Located in Toronto, Ontario
cups that are embellished with top stitching. Empire waist with piping throughout the bust that matches
Dolce & Gabbana SS2018 floral Jumpsuit
Located in Carnate, IT
Dolce & Gabbana Jumpsuit Spring 2018 RTW collection In 100% silk with floral pattern. Italian size 40 Shoulders 42 cm Waist 30cm Length 163 cm Excellent general condition, shows mi...
Rety Paris Silk Organza Pop Floral
Located in New York, NY
pop florals in an empire waist dress with full sweep and ruffled collar. Back zipper. Excellent
Givenchy Couture John Galliano S/S 1997 Bouquet Floral Ribbon Print Midi Dress
By John Galliano, Givenchy
Located in Chicago, IL
color is ecru, similar to an off-white/ivory. Empire waist seam with belt loops. Dress does not come
Rudi Gernreich Red & Navy Check Knit Sleeveless Long Dress
By Rudi Gernreich
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Size: 8 Measurements: Bust: 34" Waist: 30" Hip: 36" Length: 58"
Rudi Gernreich Vintage Black & White L/S Maxi Dress
By Rudi Gernreich
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Measurements: Bust: 32 Length: 54"
Rudi Gernreich Vintage Gold & Silver Lurex Knit Maxi Dress
By Rudi Gernreich
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Measurements: SIZE 8 Bust: 34" Sleeve: 28" Length: 57"
Roberto Cavalli Embellished Corset Empire Silhouette Evening Dress Gown
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Naples, FL
Roberto Cavalli Embellished Corset "Bridgerton" Style Bridal Empire Silhouette High Slit Evening
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
Galanos Empire Waist Gown
By Galanos
Located in New York, NY
Galanos, wool, matelasse, A line, empire waist gown with square neckline, front and back. Dress is
1960s Brocade Empire Gown
Located in Alford, MA
Brocade gown in a geometric silver and charcoal pattern featuring a wide, square neckline, empire
Chanel Spring 1998 Gray Empire Waist Gown With Black Train
By Chanel Boutique
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This exquisite Chanel gown from the Spring 1998 runway embodies timeless elegance with its
1990S White & Grey Silk Chiffon Lace Appliqué Empire Waist Gown
Located in New York, NY
This gown retains no label, however the amount of hand-finishing points to Haute Couture or custom
1960s James Galanos Daisy Print Empire Maxi Gown w Coordinating Chiffon Duster
By James Galanos for Amelia Gray, James Galanos
Located in Gresham, OR
1960s James Galanos Daisy Print Empire Maxi Gown w Coordinating Chiffon Duster: This classic Mod
Rudi Gernreich Yellow Empire Waist Gown w/ White Criss Cross
By Rudi Gernreich
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Size 6
IRENE SARGENT Gold Sequin Gown with Empire Bust Size 6-8
By IRENE SARGENT
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Irene Sargent Couture gown is composed of a gold sequin fabric. Features an empire v-neck bust
1970 Roberto Capucci Black Silk Empire Gown w Multi-Layered Structured Bodice
By Roberto Capucci
Located in Gresham, OR
1970s Roberto Capucci Demi-Couture black Empire waist gown with draped silk crepe Grecian style
1960 Harold Levine Olive Silk Satin & Peach Silk Chiffon Empire Corset Gown
By Harold Levine
Located in Gresham, OR
1960s Harold Levine Empire-waist olive green silk satin bodice gown with peach silk chiffon flowing
Alexander McQueen red silk chiffon empire evening dress with train, fw 2008
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
Alexander McQueen red crinkled silk chiffon empire evening dress with long train, structured bust
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
. 1970S ALFRED BOSAND Cranberry Red Beaded Silk Chiffon Demi Empire Waist Gown With Cape
HELEN ROSE Black Silk Chiffon Draped Gown with Empire Waist Size 2 4
By Helen Rose
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Helen Rose design is composed of a black silk chiffon. Features a beautiful draped design with tacked waist. There is a center back closure. In excellent vintage condition, some...
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
UNWORN Dolce & Gabbana 2006 Gold Metallic Lace Tassel Empire Dress Gown 42
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Switzerland, CH
GORGEOUS DOLCE & GABBANA GOLDEN LACE DRESS ONE OF THE MOST BEAUTIFUL PIECES BY DOLCE & GABBANA DETAILS: A DOLCE & GABBANA timeless classic signature piece that wi...
$600Sale Price|20% Off
Bianchi New York/Boston White Lace High Neck Empire Wedding Gown 1960s X Small
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Bianchi New York/Boston, white Chantilly lace, high neck, Empire wedding gown from the 1960s fits a
Emilio Pucci 1970s Peach with Yellow print silk jersey empire gown
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful peach silk jersey gown with a slight boat neck, long sleeves, and an empire bodice. The
Late 60s Gold and Silver Lame Brocade Psychedelic Gown w Jeweled Empire Waist
Located in Gresham, OR
Late 60s Gold and Silver Lame Brocade Psychedelic Maxi Dress or Gown w Jeweled Empire Waist; 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.
Chanel Lace Striped Camellia Empire Dress S/S 1988
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Boca Raton, FL
neckline that frames the décolletage. A satin waistband at a high empire waistline separates the lace
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 Janice Wainwright Empire Waist Metallic Cheetah Print Maxi Dress
By Janice Wainwright
Located in Boca Raton, FL
, drape, and pattern. This gown was designed during her Simon Massey years in the 1970s, but glimpses the
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.