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 sweet satin bow. Scoop neck, with slight gather at shoulders, long narrow sleeves with ...
1970's OSSIE CLARK dark brown chiffon evening dress with empire waist
By Ossie Clark for Radley, Ossie Clark
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Beautiful dark brown chiffon dress by Ossie Clark dating to the early 1970's. The dress has a flattering empire waist and falls into a long, fluid silhouette. A deep V-neckline is ba...
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 bow. Acetate lining. Zip and hook&eye in the middle back. SIZE L
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 Label(s): Lillie Rubin; Victoria Royal Ltd. Style: Gown / dress Color(s): Shade of pink...
A 1960s Nan Duskin Couture Metallic Brocade Empire Waist Dress
By Nan Duskin
Located in Boca Raton, FL
A show stopping dress from Nan Duskin. Fashioned from a metallic accented brocade in hues of magenta, blush, tangerine and champagne. Bullion trim surrounds the front and back ...
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 designed with an elaborate jewel encrusted midriff; embellished with glittering cryst...
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...
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. Main fabric composition: 92% polyester, 8% lycra. Lining: 100% polyester. Rhinestone...
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, dating to the mid 2000’s. Crafted in Italy from 100% silk, it features a twisted ...
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 Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: Spring / Summer 2006 “Neptune” Des...
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...
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 bustline with an overlapping detail on the front and the back as well as gathering th...
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 and an unlined skirt.
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 silver metal chain that extends over the bust and envelops the arms like chain linked sl...
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. Grey satin and muslin printed circular patterns. Effect of an apron and bib embel...
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...
Opulent Silk Burgundy Gold Metallic Chiffon Gown Designed by Aidan Mattox 21st c
Located in University City, MO
Opulent burgundy gold metallic sheer silk chiffon gown designed by Aidan Mattox The elegant silk empire backless gown is designed with sheer silk chiffon that undulates & glides...
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...
Spring 2005 Proenza Schouler Purple Printed Dress
By Proenza Schouler
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Vibrant and fun Proenza Schouler dress from their first Spring collection in 2005. The iconic dress was made in chiffon for the runway and was worn by model Gemma Ward to close their...
1974 Documented Jean Varon Rainbow Maxi Dress
By Jean Varon
Located in London, GB
During the 1960s and beyond, English fashion designer John Bates designed visionary modernist dresses under the name Jean Varon. This flamboyant 1970s maxi dress, with its floor-swee...
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 elegant asymmetrical hem. Crafted from luscious, fully lined silk, it offers both comfo...
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 - Sold by Mae Vintage London - Label size Italian 42 - Good condition
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...
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"
Givenchy Couture John Galliano S/S 1997 Bouquet Floral Ribbon Print Midi Dress
By John Galliano, Givenchy
Located in Chicago, IL
Designed by John Galliano for the Givenchy Couture spring/summer 1997 collection; his last collection for the label. Galliano only designed for the fashion house for 2 years which ma...
Rety Paris Silk Organza Pop Floral
Located in New York, NY
Lovely silk Organza floral dress from Rety, Paris.
Beautiful dressmaker quality with vivid pop florals in an empire waist dress with full sweep and ruffled collar.
Back...
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 lined in chiffon.
New Badgley Mischka Evening Dress Gown Sz 4
By Badgley Mischka
Located in Conroe, TX
Badgley Mischka Evening Gown Brand New with Tags * Size 4 * Silk Chiffon * Bead Trim at Shoulder * Fully Lined * Hidden Zipper & Hook Closure * Pleated Bodice * Attached Sash at Sho...
New Badgley Mischka Evening Dress Gown Sz 6
By Badgley Mischka
Located in Conroe, TX
Badgley Mischka Gown Size: 6 Brand New with Tags * 100% Silk * Stunning Multi Print * Fully Lined * Hidden Zipper & Hook Closure * Sash Ties at Back * Boning at Bodice for Support ...
New Badgley Mischka Evening Dress Gown Sz 4
By Badgley Mischka
Located in Conroe, TX
Badgley Mischka Gown Size: 4 Brand New with Tags * 100% Silk * Stunning Multi Print * Fully Lined * Hidden Zipper & Hook Closure * Sash Ties at Back * Boning at Bodice for Support B...
Rudi Gernreich Yellow Empire Waist Gown w/ White Criss Cross
By Rudi Gernreich
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Size 6
New Badgley Mischka Beaded Evening Dress Gown Sz 4
By Badgley Mischka
Located in Conroe, TX
Badgley Mischka Gown Brand New with Tags Size: 4 100% Black Nylon Overlay 100% Silk Midnight Blue Shell Midnight Blue Silk & Black Nylon Overlay Dress Midnight Blue Silk Shell Shows...
New Badgley Mischka Beaded Evening Dress Gown Sz 6
By Badgley Mischka
Located in Conroe, TX
Badgley Mischka Gown Brand New with Tags Size: 6 100% Black Nylon Overlay 100% Silk Fuchsia Shell Fuchsia Silk & Black Nylon Overlay Dress Fuchsia Silk Shell Shows Through the black...
New Badgley Mischka Beaded Evening Dress Gown Sz 4
By Badgley Mischka
Located in Conroe, TX
Badgley Mischka Gown Brand New with Tags Size: 4 100% Black Nylon Overlay 100% Silk Fuchsia Shell Fuchsia Silk & Black Nylon Overlay Dress Fuchsia Silk Shell Shows Through the black...
New Badgley Mischka Beaded Evening Dress Gown Sz 6
By Badgley Mischka
Located in Conroe, TX
Badgley Mischka Gown Brand New with Tags Bead Trim on Bodice and around waist Zipper and Hook Closure Pleated Bodice V-Shaped Front and Back Top We are happy to provide measurements ...
New Badgley Mischka Beaded Evening Dress Gown Sz 4
By Badgley Mischka
Located in Conroe, TX
Badgley Mischka Gown Brand New with Tags Bead Trim on Bodice and around waist Zipper and Hook Closure Pleated Bodice V-Shaped Front and Back Top We are happy to provide measurements ...
1970s Janice Wainwright Empire Waist Metallic Cheetah Print Maxi Dress
By Janice Wainwright
Located in Boca Raton, FL
British designer Janice Wainwright had a way with fabrics. She thoroughly involved herself in developing textile designs for her clothing, leading to creations that held a striking b...
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...
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 spectacular apricot, silver and gold metallic brocade in a "wave" design make this a re...
New Badgley Mischka Couture Beaded Evening Dress Gown Sz 4
By Badgley Mischka
Located in Conroe, TX
Badgley Mischka Gown Brand New with Tags Shell: 100% Silk Lining: 100% Polyester Sequined Neckline Flowing down one side and at back strap Zipper and Hook Closure Bust 36" Empire W...
1960s Brocade Empire Gown
Located in Alford, MA
Brocade gown in a geometric silver and charcoal pattern featuring a wide, square neckline, empire waist, and long sleeves. The skirt is gathered under the waist seam and there are sl...
Loris Azzaro Vintage Purple + Green Silk Taffeta Evening Gown or Dress
By Giorgio Beverly Hills, Loris Azzaro
Located in Sparks, NV
Beautiful vintage evening gown by Loris Azzaro in a deep purple silk taffeta fabric with a green silk taffeta empire waist detail. Partially lined with rear zip and hook closure. Bui...
New Badgley Mischka Silk Evening Jumpsuit Dress Gown Sz 2
By Badgley Mischka
Located in Conroe, TX
Badgley Mischka Jumpsuit Stunning! Size: 2 * 100% Silk * Rhinestone jewel details on shoulders * Banded waist with horizontal pleats * Center back zipper closure * Flowy loose fit t...
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...
Carolyne Roehm Purple Satin Portrait Neckline Sleeveless Empire Evening Dress 10
By Carolyne Roehm
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Carolyne Roehm purple satin portrait neckline, sleeveless, Empire Style evening dress. Wide pleated shoulder, V neckline evening gown, the straps fall off the shoulders at either sid...
New Badgley Mischka New Couture Beaded Evening Dress Gown Sz 4
By Badgley Mischka
Located in Conroe, TX
Badgley Mischka Gown Brand New with Tags Shell: 100% Silk Lining: 100% Polyester Sequined Neckline Flowing down one side and at back strap Zipper and Hook Closure Bust 36" Empire Wa...
New Badgley Mischka New Silk Evening Jumpsuit Dress Gown Sz 4
By Badgley Mischka
Located in Conroe, TX
Badgley Mischka Jumpsuit Stunning! Size: 4 * 100% Silk * Rhinestone jewel details on shoulders * Banded waist with horizontal pleats * Center back zipper closure * Flowy loose fit t...
New Badgley Mischka New Silk Evening Jumpsuit Dress Gown Sz 6
By Badgley Mischka
Located in Conroe, TX
Badgley Mischka Jumpsuit Stunning! Size: 6 * 100% Silk * Rhinestone jewel details on shoulders * Banded waist with horizontal pleats * Center back zipper closure * Flowy loose fit t...
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...
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...
1960's Pauline Trigère Black Empire Waist Dress with Sheer Bodice and Sparkles
By Pauline Trigère
Located in San Fransisco, CA
This is a softly structured 1960's Pauline Trigère cocktail dress in black, with a subtle, glamorous shimmer. The silhouette is loose and slightly A-line, falling from a gently gathe...
Vintage Vicky Tiel Couture Navy Blue Strapless Silk and Mesh Gown Evening Dress
By Vicky Tiel
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning vintage VICKY TIEL COUTURE rich navy blue strapless gown / maxi dress ! Features flattering ruched detail at the bust, with a free flowing empire waist fit.
Dior empire waist dress by John Galliano Autumn-Winter 2011
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - Fall/Winter 2011 Ready-to-Wear Collection under the artistic direction of John Galliano. Short empire-waist dress in velvet and silk chiffon. Balloon sleeves. Silk lining with...
1990s Thierry Mugler Orange and White Empire Waist Cocktail Dress
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Thierry Mugler colour block silk cocktail dress from the 1990s. Orange bust with large bow. Empire waist with white diagonal cut hanky hem skirt with orange trim. Skirt is draped bea...
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.
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 Mint Green Metallic Lamé Empire Waist Strapless Gown
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous! 1960s strapless, empire-waist gown is made from a whimsical, art deco-inspired metallic lamé in pastel mermaid-inspired shades. The print is an organic fish-scale motif don...
Carolina Herrera Yellow Evening Couture Gown Dress
By Carolina Herrera
Located in Toronto, ON
A striking Carolina Herrera gown in size 10. This beautiful gown is very romantic and soft. It is composed of silk crepe with layers of silk satin lining. The gown has a one shoul...
Albert Capraro Black Velvet Empire Waist Dress with Peasant Sleeves
By Albert Capraro
Located in Henrico, VA
This Albert Capraro dress is made from rich black velvet. The waist is elastic and tapered in creating the empire waist look. The back is a zipped closure and the sleeves are peasant...
Mignon Black Lace Empire-waist Shirt Dress with Satin Flat Chelsea Collar
By Mignon
Located in Henrico, VA
This beautiful piece by Mignon is a lace empire waist shirt dress and is lined with a champagne silk creating a two toned effect. The collar is an ivory satin and is a flat chelsea ...
Teal Floral Silk Roberto Cavalli Evening Gown
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Dallas, TX
Stunning evening gown in a teal silk satin bodice and a flowing floral print skirt. The wrap from skirt falls in gathers from the raised waistline seam. The skirt is also teal with a...
Carolina Herrera D'Alonzo lace and Organza Empire waist
By Carolina Herrera
Located in Henrico, VA
This Carolina Herrera mint green dress has a D'Alonzo lace top, and organza empire waits dress with side ruffle detail and back zip.
Simple Chartreuse Chiffon Empire Gown with Ombre Treatment
Located in Oradell, NJ
This is a simple and elegant silk chiffon gown with an empire waist line, spaghetti straps, a long back zipper for closure, done in an ombre treatment in hues of chartreuse and moss ...
Size: 2-4 See Measurements
1960s Stavropoulos Black Silk Evening Dress
By George Stavropoulos
Located in Houston, TX
Stunning black silk maxi length empire waist evening dress by George Stavropoulos!
Oscar de la Renta Black Velvet Evening Shirt Dress
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Henrico, VA
This fabulous Oscar de la Renta evening shirt dress is made from black silk velvet. This dress is fully lined and has white taffeta ruffled collar and sleeve cuffs. Tasseled and knit...
Original HERVE LEGER 1990's Made in France empire dress
By Herve Léger
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Original HERVE LEGER 1990's Made in France empire dress. Signature banded construction at the empire bust with draped box pleat down the center front. Center back zipper entry. Kn...
1960s Lemon Yellow Silk Chiffon Flyaway Evening Dress W Gold Trim & Rhinestones
Located in Portland, OR
This is a beautiful yellow silk chiffon empire waist evening gown from the 1960's with pretty gold metallic trim and prong set rhinestones.
Brown Maxi Empire 1960s Layered Dress with Velvet Flowers Size 8 / 10.
Located in Atlanta, GA
Gorgeous unknown designer 1960s chocolate brown tulle layered empire waist dress with velvet flowers maxi dress is a size 8 / 10. The waist on this maxi dress is 32" so ladies pleas...
Bill Blass for Maurice Renter Bonwit Teller 60s Lace Evening Dress Size 6.
By Bill Blass
Located in Atlanta, GA
Bill Blass for Maurice Renter from Bonwit Teller 1960s black lace cocktail empire waist dress. Original vintage size is 8 but fits more like a size 6 ( Please see & use the measurem...
Vicky Tiel Couture Strapless Goddess Gown
By Vicky Tiel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous strapless gown from Vicky Tiel Couture has pastel-colored floral embroidered lace at bust that is enhanced by its black satin border. Skirt is made of black netting that is...
1990s Alexander McQueen Jersey Goddess Gown
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1990s Alexander McQueen viscose jersey high waisted wrap style goddess gown. Slinky and sexy with high slit by the iconic designer. Great summer weight effortless formal piece. Side ...
White Silk Edwardian Gown with Napoleonic Revival Influences
Located in Oradell, NJ
This is a stunning, one-of-a kind, masterpiece of Edwardian handiwork refelcting Napoleonic revival influences of that period. The gown has a high mandarin collar of fine dotted Swis...
1960s Estevez Emerald Green Embroidered Silk Brocade Gown
By Luis Estévez
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stunning dress from Cuban designer Luis Estevez offers a glimpse into his glamorous Hollywood ambitions as well as the design influences from his past under the French house Pat...
1970s Bill Tice for Malcolm Starr Black Halter Gown
By Bill Tice
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This crêpe Georgette halter gown designed by Bill Tice for Malcolm Starr embodies a classical Grecian influence and the thrill of garments that move with the body in the 1970s. Featu...
Simple, Sensual, Elegant Black Chiffon Gown by Shelli Segal
Located in Oradell, NJ
This is a simple, sensual, and elegant floor length gown of black chiffon with an empire waist line, spaghetti straps, black satin accents, and a back zipper for closure designed by ...
Exceptional Chanel Haute Couture Lace and Ribbon Gown
Located in New York, NY
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Oscar de La Renta Pink Paisley Even Dress
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This dress features empire waist and gathered skirt, sheer long sleeves with gathered cuffs and covered button and loop front closure.
Valentino Silk Floral Print Halter Top Long Dress
By Valentino
Located in Milan, Italy
This stunning Valentino Long dress is made of lime green organdy silk fabric with floral print. It's backless, with side zip and hook closure and has tie up straps at neck. It has a...
Joseph Magnin 1960s Black Jersey Maxi Dress Size 4.
By Joseph Magnin Co.
Located in Atlanta, GA
Joseph Magnin 1960s black jersey maxi long sleeve dress is labeled a vintage size 10 but fits like a size 4. The waist on this dress is 28" so ladies please grab your tape measure s...
Pierre Cardin 1970s White Jersey Dress with Pockets Size 4.
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pierre Cardin 1970s gorgeous white jersey empire waist, with pockets, dress is a size 4. Ladies please grab your trusted friend, Mr Tape Measure, so you can properly measure your bu...
1970s Chanel Black Strapless Wool Crepe & Silk Satin Dress 16
By Chanel
Located in Houston, TX
Elegant black Chanel evening dress. Constructed to flatter a full figured woman. The empire waist bodice has boning, soft wire cups, a spandex inner side back panel and a spandex inn...
1990s Oscar De La Renta Black Ruffle Dress
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Houston, TX
Breathtaking 1990's Oscar de la Renta Dress is meticulously constructed of Black Silk Faille. Ruffles and rosettes create wonderful texture and interest on the high low skirt accente...
Pink Leopard Printed Silk Jersey Dress - NWT Flora Kung
By Flora Kung
Located in Boston, MA
Easy and flattering silhouette. Gently flared elbow-cover sleeves. FLORA KUNG silk dresses are made in premiere quality, long-filament silk yarn which gives a natural simmering glow ...
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...
Jay Kobrin 1960's Black Matte Jersey Long Dress with Gold Chain Neckline
By Maisonette
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Jay Korbin for Maisonette 1960's Black Matte Jersey Long Dress with Gold Chain Neckline and Empire Waistline Measurements : *ALL MEASUREMENTS TAKEN FLAT* Shoulders : 13.5" Sleeves :...
1960's Dominic Rompollo Black Velvet Dress With White Satin Trim
By Dominic Rompollo
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Black velvet long sleeve dress with v cut bodice. Three hook and eye closures above embellished double snap button closure at waist. Decorative rhinestone embellished buttons at each...
Size: S-M
1960s Chiffon Gold Jacquard
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Maxi evening dress; well made and light. Border is lame jacquard in a big swirling paisley motif.
Jerry Silverman Black Empire Waist Evening Gown Size 4.
By Shannon Rodgers
Located in Atlanta, GA
Shannon Rodgers for Jerry Silverman 1960s long flowing empire waist evening gown is a vintage size 8 but fits like a size 4. Ladies please use your measuring tape so you can properl...
Size: 4-6 See measurements
1960s Guy Laroche Black Empire Waist Evening Dress
By Guy Laroche
Located in Houston, TX
Simply Sublime and Beautiful empire waist gown by Guy Laroche! The black maxi dress is sleeveless with a high scoop neck. The dress features a beautiful cluster of black rhinestones ...
Size: 4-6 See Measurements
1970s Lisa Meril Cream and Silver Floral Brocade Empire Waist Evening Dress
By Pattullo-Jo Copeland, Lisa Meril
Located in Houston, TX
Beautiful cream and silver evening dress by Lisa Meril. The dress is maxi length, with an empire waist silhouette, full skirt, and fitted bodice. The sleeves are long, with bell slee...
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.
Oscar de la Renta velvet empire waist green silk gown
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in New York, NY
This empire waist black velvet and emerald silk gown is from the 1980s. it has a beaded waistline and exaggerated shoulders and ruched sleeves.
60s Bullion Embroidered Empire Waist Gold Brocade Gown with Rhinestones
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Unlabeled but beautifully made 1960s gown of heavy gold brocade matelasse embellished with gold bullion braiding and cording, gold beads and amber colored gems. Fully lined. Great fo...
1960's GEOFFREY BEENE Satin & jersey evening gown dress
By Geoffrey Beene
Located in Newport Beach, CA
1960's GEOFFREY BEENE Satin & jersey evening gown dress. This stunning evening dress was designed by Geoffrey Beene during the 1960's in New York, and was originally purchased at ...
2000s Prada Black Silk Empire Gown
By Prada
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Shades of Jane Austen come to mind with this simple yet seductive gown by Prada. Black 100% silk chiffon with empire waist, flounced skirt with uneven and unfinished hem. Satin band...
Vintage Escada Soft Peach Silk Bow Empire Waisted Dress
By Escada
Located in Toronto, ON
Vintage Escada Soft Peach Silk Bow Empire Waist Dress is a show stopper at any event! With the delicate bow details at the shoulders and waist, as well as beautifully cut neckline th...
Size: See Description
Vintage 1970s Andre Laug For Audrey Silk Chiffon Dot Print Empire Evening Dress
By André Laug
Located in Portland, OR
This incredible vintage early 1970's André Laug silk chiffon dress is in a pleated multi layered, tiered sheer pale grey silk chiffon with abstract pink and green dots. The bodice ha...
60s Hannah Troy Black Empire Waisted Rhinestone Embellished Cocktail Dress
By Hannah Troy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
60s era mod style cocktail dress - baby doll style with high neck, empire waist studded with faceted clear crystals. Black rayon silk blend bodice with gathered wrap style taffeta sk...
1960's Pale Yellow & Orange Silk Chiffon Evening Gown
Located in Oradell, NJ
Offered for sale is this bright and lovely pale yellow and orange silk chiffon evening gown with an orange satin bow encircling its slightly empire waist line. The gown is sleeveless...
Vera Wang Beige Satin Evening Gown with Jeweled Illusion Neckline
By Vera Wang
Located in Henrico, VA
This beautiful gown by Vera Wang is made out of beige satin and is fully lined. The dress is a elegant sheath dress with empire waist and a jeweled neckline. The dress is long sleev...
1960s Isabell Gerhart Cream and Turquoise Silk Beaded Evening Gown
By Isabell Gerhart
Located in Houston, TX
1960s evening gown from historic Houston boutique Isabell Gerhart.
Les Wilk 1970's Colorblock Evening Gown with Massive Bow
Located in Yucca Valley, CA
Incredible vintage 1970s pink, black + white maxi dress by Les Wilk. Truly a unique + stunning gem. Pink + white vertically striped maxi gown features a huge full sweep. The empire w...
1960s Lillie Rubin Black Sequin Evening Gown with Feather Cuffs
Located in Houston, TX
Phenomenal Lillie Rubin Collection 700 long black zigzag sequin dress with black feather cuffs. Simple ballet neckline. Empire waist with A-line skirt. Pleat at zipper back. We love ...
1990s Gianfranco Ferre Black & White Evening Dress
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in San Francisco, CA
1990s Gianfranco Ferre Black & White Evening Dress. White silk taffeta sweetheart neckline bodice, empire waist. Black sweater knit skirt with silver threads.
Size: 2 - Small, See measurements
1960s Donald Brooks Black Wool Evening Dress
By Donald Brooks
Located in Houston, TX
Beautiful empire waist evening dress by Donald Brooks. The dress is composed of soft wool, is floor length, has a scoop neck with thin shoulder straps, and a scallop - like underbust...
1960's GALANOS Yellow crepe empire dress
By James Galanos, Galanos
Located in Newport Beach, CA
1960's GALANOS yellow, knit crepe empire dress, originally purchased at Amelia Gray, Beverly Hills. This wonderful knit crepe dress features square cut front and back neckline wit...
1960's Beaded silk dress & marabou evening cape
Located in Newport Beach, CA
1960's MALCOLM STARR attributed silk empire dress & evening cape set in apricot color, silk chiffon fabric. This stunning dress features zig-zag, chevron detailing at the top, e...
2000s Diane Freis Hand Beaded Ombre Evening Dress
By Diane Freis
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Step back in time with this stunning vintage 2000s Diane Freis dress. Crafted from luxurious yellow and blue silk, this dress exudes elegance and sophistication. The ombre effect add...
Vintage Richilene Heavily Embroidered Beaded Pink Silk Chiffon Evening Dress
By Richilene
Located in Portland, OR
BUST: 34" EMPIRE WAIST: 30" SLEEVES from shoulder seam: 10" LENGTH from top of shoulder to empire waist: 14" LENGTH from empire waist: 40"
2000s Diane Freis Watercolour Floral Print Strapless Evening Dress
By Diane Freis
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The Diane Freis Watercolour Floral Print Dress is a truly enchanting piece. Crafted from a vibrant silk fabric in a pink and red ombre design, this dress showcases a stunning and col...
Size: see description
Gattinoni Yellow Silk Chiffon High Low Evening Dress w Cutout
By Gattinoni
Located in Portland, OR
A show stopping ethereal evening gown that is beautifully made. The cups of this dress are lined with a thick inner fabric and slightly padded with the soutache.
1960s Helen Rose Silk Pink Beaded Evening Gown
By Helen Rose
Located in Houston, TX
1960s silk chiffon gathered and layered evening gown with beaded floral motif by MGM designer - Helen Rose whose creations are coveted by many and collectible by few. Very few of he...
Size: See Description
Vintage Jacques Fath Black Evening Dress With Silver & White Brocade Lace Print
By Jacques Fath
Located in Portland, OR
This dress has a an empire waist with gathered black fabric at the waist.
Geoffrey Beene Black Jersey Silver Lame' Paillettes Evening Dress, Circa: 1990's
By Geoffrey Beene
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Geoffrey Beene, Circa: 1990's black A-line jersey, silver lame' with silver paillettes halter empire bodice, evening dress, back zip and hook-and-eye closure. US. 8 Bust: 30, Wais...
Bob Bugnand, Cranberry Silk Gazar Silk Velvet Evening Dress, Circa: 1960's
By Bob Bugnand
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Bob Bugnand, Circa: 1960's cranberry silk gazar and silk velvet sleeveless evening dress, empire waist with silk gazar bow, two front pockets, back zip with hook and eye closure. No...
Ralph Lauren Collection Purple Label Evening Gown with Red Flower S/S 2012 Sz 6
By Ralph Lauren Purple Label
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
Ralph Lauren Collection Purple Label - Full length white evening gown with dramatic red flower. Spring/Summer 2012 Size 6 US
F/W 1989 Ralph Lauren Naomi Campbell Black Bias Cut Silk Sleeveless Dress 8
By Ralph Lauren Purple Label, Ralph Lauren
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From Ralph Lauren’s Fall/Winter 1989 collection, this black silk dress features a bias-cut silhouette that drapes elegantly over the body. The sleeveless design and high neckline cre...
1990s Badgley Mischka Size 10 / 12 Gold Lace Sequins and Beads Vintage 90s Top
By Badgley Mischka, BADGLEY MISHCKA
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful late 1990s BADGLEY MISCHKA Couture gold lace beaded and sequined sleeveless top! Features high quality French lace. Hundreds of sequins and beads hand-sewn throughout. Hidd...
S/S 1995 Donna Karan Beige Stretch Bodycon Panel Slip Dress US6, IT4, FR38
By Donna Karan
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This beige slip dress from Donna Karan's Spring/Summer 1995 collection features a stretch bodycon fit with panel detailing at the bust. The dress is complete with thin shoulder strap...
MORPHEW ATELIER Cream Silk Charmeuse & Chiffon Beaded Lace Bias Cut Gown
Located in New York, NY
MORPHEW ATELIER Cream Silk Charmeuse & Chiffon Beaded Lace Bias Cut Gown Measurements Overall length: 55 in. Bust : 33 in. Waist : 25 in. Hip : 35 in.
Size: Contemporary 8 Vintage Size 14
Patullo-Jo Copeland Rhinestone Trimmed Black Wool and Pink Satin Evening Dress
Located in New Hope, PA
This American made 1960's gown from Pattullo-Jo Copeland is very elegant and very it has a very interesting design. Both arm holes and the left side skirt opening are trimmed with r...
Size: Small - Small Medium
Beautiful 1960s White Linen Beads + Pearls + Sequins A - Line 60s Shift Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Wonderful vintage 1960s white linen A-Line / shift dress! Soft linen holds shape nicely, and features a fitted bodice with a slight A-line. Hundreds of hand-sewn sequins, beads, and ...
Size: S, M
Bill Blass Cross Back Dress 1980s
By Bill Blass
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black jersey dress from Bill Blass. It is semi fitted with a full gathered skirt. The back is bare to just below the waist with the exception of straps which meet at a me...
1997 DOLCE & GABBANA sheer black floral silk dress with bustier bodice
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Rare Spring/Summer 1997 Dolce & Gabbana silk dress in a romantic black floral print. Designed with a beautifully structured bustier bodice, delicate spaghetti straps, and a small...
H 11 in W 8 in L 20 in
Chanel 90s Vintage Canvas & Leather Duffle Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel late 80s early 90s canvas and leather quilted duffle bag. Gold tone hardware. Handle drop 6.5". Detachable strap measures 44". Small glue residue on top, interior smell due to...
Size: FR 40 (runs small)
new AZZEDINE ALAIA bordeaux plisse knit dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Early 2010's Azzedine Alaia sleeveless knit dress in a deep Bordeaux stretch viscose blend. Designed with a wide bateau neckline and a close-fitting bodice worked in a textured knit ...
1993 AZZEDINE ALAIA black sleeveless RUNWAY dress with scalloped edges
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Azzedine Alaia black fitted dress from 1993, made in a dense knit fabric with substantial stretch and support. Cut with a square neckline, cap sleeves, and a close-fitting silhouette...
1970s Vintage Geoffrey Beene Women's Wool Shift Dress with Pleats
By Geoffrey Beene
Located in Port Hope, ON
It is a simple shift with wood buttons on the front and at the cuffs, and then you look at the back and you see two defined pleated panel with a quarter trim a third of the way down ...
Lillie Rubin New 1950s Silk Damask Dress and Mink Collar Coat Set
By Lillie Rubin
Located in Water Mill, NY
A rare, new 1950s dress and coat set from Lillie Rubin in a black silk damask flower pattern. The dress is semi fitted with a matching belt, a bateau neckline, and a straight skirt. ...
Alaïa Ribbed Knit Mini Dress, Fall-Winter 1990-1991
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Geneva, CH
This recognizable 90's Alaïa slim-fit viscose ribbed knit celadon mini dress is designed to flatteringly follow the line of the silhouette. The runway dress presented at the 1990-199...
Jean Paul Gaultier Transformable Peplum Jacket
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in New York, NY
Jean Paul Gaultier Transformable Black Faille Moire Peplum Jacket from the 1990's. Gaultier's Haute Couture training is evident in this fitted "Bar" style peplum jacket with pointed ...
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.