ESTEVEZ Black Silk Strapless Tiered Chiffon Cocktail Dress Size 4
By Estevez
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Estevez dress is composed of a Tiered black silk chiffon.
ESTEVEZ Black Silk Strapless Tiered Chiffon Cocktail Dress Size 4
By Estevez
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Estevez dress is composed of a Tiered black silk chiffon.
Estevez Black Cotton Pique Dress
By Estevez
Located in New Hope, PA
Above all Estevez has designed a perfect jewelry dress with this chic black cotton pique dress with a faux vest.
Louis Estevez 1980s Ruched Dress
By Estevez, Louis Estevez
Located in Water Mill, NY
A great black jersey dress from Louis Estevez. I has long sleeves with zippers at the wrists, a back V neck, shoulder padding and a ruched panel extending on an angle from one shoul...
Blue chiffon bustier evening dress ESTEVEZ
By Estevez
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Blue chiffon bustier evening dress. Boned bustier inside with hook&eye closure on the waist. Zip closure on the middle back. Silk satin lining. SIZE 38 (Fr) M
1960s Estevez Black Lace Cocktail Party Dress
By Estevez
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1960s Estevez Black Lace Cocktail Dress with Pink Silk strap.
Louis Estevez Silk Bodycon Backless Dress 1950s
By Louis Estevez
Located in Water Mill, NY
A stunning black silk dress from Estevez. The neckline has 2 fringe edged overlapping panels at the center front and the back is low cut.
Estevez Vintage Yellow Linen Color Block Sheath Dress, 1960s
By Estevez
Located in Sparks, NV
Elegant 1960s vintage yellow color block linen sheath dress by Estevez. Fully lined with back hook, covered snap and metal zip closure and shoulder hook closure.
Estevez Brown Flower Applique Dress 1960s
By Louis Estevez
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous chocolate brown dress by Louis Estevez covered in applique roses from Louis Estevez.
Long draped evening bustier dress in blue silk chiffon Estévez
By Estevez
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Long draped evening bustier dress in blue silk chiffon. Boned bustier. SIZE 8
1970S Estevez Black & Nude Nylon Long Sleeve Gown
By Estevez
Located in New York, NY
1970S Estevez Black & Nude Nylon Long Sleeve Gown
Estevez 1950s Black Silk Vintage Cut - Out Dress w/ Mink Pom Poms and Tassel
By Estevez
Located in San Diego, CA
Extraordinary vintage 50s ESTEVEZ black silk dress! The detailing on this beauty is breathtakingly unbelievable!
Luis Estévez 60s Brown Chiffon Cocktail Dress w/ Rhinestone Trim
By Luis Estévez
Located in Gresham, OR
A wonderful60s Luis Estévez chiffon cocktail dress with voluminous sheer chiffon sleeves caught up at the cuff with rhinestones!
ESTEVEZ Silver Sequin and Velvet Gown Peplum Size 2
By Estevez
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Estevez gown is composed of a black velvet with silver sequin applique. Features a peplum style waist with structured shoulders. There is a center back zipper closure. In excell...
1960s Estevez 2-Piece Black/Brown Paisley Midi A-Line Dress w Cropped Bolero
By Estevez, Louis Estevez
Located in Gresham, OR
1960s Estevez 2-Piece Black/Brown Paisley Midi A-Line Dress w Cropped Bolero Jacket: An unusual early design from Luis Estevez with his signature high crossed neckline and a wonderf...
$1,300
Size: none; comparable to size M-L
Luis Estévez Black *Larger Size* Knotted Shoulder Plunge-Front Dress - M-L, 1957
By Luis Estévez
Located in Tucson, AZ
Known as "the neckline king," Luis Estévez skyrocketed to stardom in 1955 with designs that celebrated--and flaunted--the female figure.
1970s Luis Estevez Silk Jersey Lipstick Red Strapless Vintage 70s Grecian Gown
By Estevez
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful mid 1970s LUIS ESTEVEZ lipstick red silk jersey strapless Grecian gown / maxi dress !
$1,575
Size: Medium - Large
1970s Luis Estevez Dramatic Low Back High Neck Vintage 70s Jersey Grecian Gown
By Estevez, Luis Estévez
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 70s ESTEVEZ Couture black long sleeve jersey cape gown!
$625
Size: none; comparable to size M-L
Luis Estévez Red, Black and White Waist-Cincher Peplum Sheath Dress - M-L, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
A genius example of designer Luis Estévez’s penchant for the feminine form, this dress celebrates hourglass curves with a layered peplum and minimizes figure flaws with clever color ...
$4,200
H 30 in W 30 in
Evening Dress (1955) Limited Estate Stamped - Grande XL
By Slim Aarons
Located in London, GB
Smith, wearing an evening dress by Luis Estevez, USA, circa 1955. Additional Information: Unframed Paper Size: 30x30'' Printed Later Limited Estate Stamped Silver Gelatin Fibre...
Black and White, Archival Pigment
Estevez black silk crepe diamond cutout black dress
By Estevez
Located in New York, NY
This black Estevez dress is from the 1970s. It has a diamond shape cutout neckline with nude mesh in the second two diamonds.
Estévez Wool Colorblock Dress
By Luis Estévez
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
A timeless dress, Estevez's dress is will truly be wearable for a lifetime.
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70s Estevez Fringed Dress
By Estevez
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Shake it! Fabulous fringed dress by Estevez. Classic - Yet Sexy & Clingy Black Jersey Dress from Estevez.
50s Estevez Silk Dress
By Estevez
Located in Miami Beach, FL
If You’ve Looked At Any Other Estevez On OUR Site, You’ve Read About What Devoted Fans We Are, And How Brilliant And Body-Flattering We Find His Designs. 1955 Was When Estevez Made T...
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Estevez Off white bow back dress
By Estevez
Located in New York, NY
This Estevez is an off wife bone color. It is a sheeth dress with feminine ruffled shoulders and long sleeves.
1970's Estevez Seersucker Pink & Ivory Candy Stripes Dress
By Estevez
Located in London, GB
Celebrated amongst the vintage connoisseurs, Estévez is synonym with tasteful and well made dresses.
Vintage LUIS ESTEVEZ Chantilly lace cocktail dress
By Estevez, Luis Estévez
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Stunning, LUIS ESTEVEZ Chantilly lace cocktail dress. This lovely dress was designed by Luis Estevez during the 1960's in the USA, and is union labeled.
Estevez Emerald Green w/Train Dress
By Luis Estévez
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
* This beautiful dress has an attached silk train that flows from the top of the dress.
* It's fully lined & closes with a metal zipper down the back.
Measureme...
1960's LUIS ESTEVEZ Crepe & velvet cocktail dress
By Estevez, Luis Estévez
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Stunning, 1960's LUIS ESTEVEZ black, crepe & velvet cocktail dress. Plush, black velvet top bodice with draped detailing at shoulders, and long, sash detail at rear.
Estevez by Eva Gabor for Saks Fifth Avenue Long Lounge Dress Size 6.
By Estevez
Located in Atlanta, GA
Estevez by Eva Gabor for Saks Fifth Avenue 1970s long pool beach lounge dress is a vintage size 12 but fits a modern USA size 6.
60s Estevez Silk Gown
By Estevez
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Here's An Outstanding Example By Estevez... Most Brilliant Emerald Silk Brocade With Sapphire Blue Leaf Patterns...
Estevez 70s Noir Jersey Gown
By Estevez
Located in Miami Beach, FL
SIZE 4 BUST 32/34 WAIST 26 LENGTH 59 ESTEVEZ
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60s Estevez Raw Silk Beauty
By Estevez
Located in Miami Beach, FL
When looking like the perfect lady is the only option, Luis Estevez never gets it wrong ! Raw noir silk ... Outstanding attention to design detail, as with all of his garments ......
70s Estevez Backless Noir Jersey Gown with Sashes
By Estevez
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Estevez Designs Always Seem To Be Almost An Artistic Ode To The Female Form...
50s Estevez Floral Damask Dress
Located in Miami Beach, FL
1955 Was When Estevez Made The Switch From Working For Others To Designing Under His Own Label--Grenelle-Estevez.
Estevez 70s Navy Evening Gown Size 10 / 12.
By Luis Estévez
Located in Atlanta, GA
Estevez 1970s navy jersey gown & chiffon capelet both trimmed in sequin. No size tag but fits a size large. This gown will fit a woman size 10/12 but please use measurements I wi...
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...
1960's Estevez Black Rhinestone Dress
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
Grace and elegance evocative of First Lady, Jackie Onassis, is bestowed upon you when you entertain Estevez's black, silk crepe cocktail dress with a captivating open back and rhines...
1960's Estévez Navy Lace Cocktail Dress
Located in London, GB
This beautiful late 1960's custom Estévez cocktail dress is beautifully made and kept.
Unavailable
Size: see description
Vintage Estevez Dress in Brown Chiffon with Statement Sleeves Evening Gown
By Estevez
Located in Portland, OR
This is an outstanding vintage brown chiffon evening gown from Estevez for the Eva Gabor Look. This full length dress has dramatic statement sleeves that are are lined to the elbow.
Estevez Cocktail Dress
By Luis Estévez
Located in New Hope, PA
Luis Estevez specialised in sexy evening dresses, inspired by his wife who liked her dresses to be as sexy as possible without crossing the bounds of good taste.
Estevez Cocktail Dress
By Luis Estévez
Located in New York, NY
Estavez, wool, halter neck with deep "v", open back, fitted cocktail dress with a band black fox trim at the hem.
1950s Estevez Black Lace Cocktail Dress
By Estevez
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless 1950s Estevez Black lace off shoulder cocktail dress. Bust: 34”/ Waist 28”
1970s Estevez Black and White Abstract Jersey Maxi Dress
By Estevez
Located in Gresham, OR
1970s Estevez Black and White Abstract Jersey Maxi Dress Feminine Silhouette with Full Sleeve Sash at Waist in Satin and Low Square Back with Bow
Estevez 1950s Black and Silver Cocktail Dress
By Estevez
Located in Alford, MA
The rest of the dress is in black silk faille. Back pleat. Lined.
Estevez Vintage 1970s 70s Draped Batwing Goddess Maxi Dress in Cream Jersey Knit
By Estevez
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage jersey knit maxi dress by Estevez! Plunging neckline with draping and batwing sleeves.
Modernist Estevez Black Silk Dress
By Luis Estévez
Located in New Hope, PA
Sleek and modern, this black silk dress from Estevez is as stylish and contemporary today as it was in the 1960's.
ESTEVEZ NAVY SHEER COCKTAIL DRESS
By Luis Estévez
Located in Alford, MA
Flowy and feminine but with a bit of structure, this Estevez piece is a great dance dress. The slightly curved and gathered neckline continues to a deep V in back; flat band across h...
ESTEVEZ Black Silk Daisy Sequin Cocktail Dress with Wrap Size 4 6
By Estevez
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This cocktail dress is by Estevez, features an amazing daisy applique at the bottom of the dress.
Rare Estevez Black Rhinestone Gown Size 8
By Estevez
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is an amazing Estevez gown. This gown is composed of a beautiful black fabric adorned with stunning individually placed rhinestones, reminiscent of stars in a night sky. Effortl...
ESTEVEZ BLACK FAILLE SHEATH
By Luis Estévez
Located in Alford, MA
"Tasteful, yet sexy" was the guiding inspiration for Estévez's Grenelle (1955-68) creations, his first foray designing under his own name, a sentiment embodied in this classic late '...
ESTEVEZ Red Draped Gathered Jersey Goddess Gown Size 8 10
By Estevez
Located in Los Angeles, CA
There is a spot on the front of the dress which may come out with dry cleaning. Sold "AS-IS".
1970s Gucci Style Chiffon Gown with Metallic Silver Lace by Estevez
By Estevez
Located in New York, NY
1970s Gucci Style Chiffon Gown with Metallic Silver Lace by Estevez
Vintage Estevez Emerald Green with Blue Flowers Silk Gown
By Luis Estévez
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Add a touch of vintage glamour to your wardrobe with this gorgeous Estevez gown in emerald green. Featuring a playful keyhole neckline and an alluring open back, this luscious silk g...
1980s Estevez Drapped Jersey Dress
Located in New York, NY
1980s Estevez Drapped Jersey Dress
1970s Estevez coral plunge gown
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Estevez plunge front gown from the 1970s...Silky coral jersey with angel sleeves, deep plunge neckline, gathered at under bust band...Draped bodice back is open, there is an under bo...
Stunning Vintage Estevez Dress Gold Champagne Silk Peplum Dress
By Estevez
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible vintage Estevez gold/champagne fully sequin gown. Original champagne silk sash/belt. Hook-and-eye at bust. Fully lined. In great condition. Approximately Size 4-6 Measu...
1970s Unworn with Tags Estevez Vintage Black Chiffon Sequin Lace Maxi Dress
By Estevez
Located in Sparks, NV
Gorgeous vintage 1970s black chiffon Estevez dress in unworn condition with the original tags still attached.
1970s Unworn with Tags Estevez Vintage Black Chiffon Sequin Lace Maxi Dress
By Estevez
Located in Sparks, NV
Gorgeous vintage 1970s black chiffon Estevez dress in unworn condition with the original tags still attached.
Louis Estevez 1960s Cut out Dress
By Louis Estevez, Estevez
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous little black dress from Louis Estevez. It is a simple sleeveless A line dress with V cut out at the front neckline and some clever seaming enhancing the bust and waist.
Louis Estevez 1960s Geometric Cut out Dress
By Estevez, Louis Estevez
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous little black dress from Louis Estevez. It is sleeveless with the front and back neckline comprised of fabric squares leaving squares of exposed skin.
Estevez Red Chiffon Handkerchief Dress
By Estevez, Luis Estévez
Located in Alford, MA
Late 1970s red cocktail dress in polyester chiffon by Estevez features a surplice top and handkerchief-paneled skirt.
1960s Estevez Vintage Crochet Lace and Chiffon Wedding Gown or Maxi Dress
By Estevez
Located in Sparks, NV
Romantic vintage 1970s chiffon and lace maxi dress by Estevez with sheer balloon sleeves. I love the idea of wearing this as a vintage wedding dress!
1970s Estevez Vintage Brown Slinky Jersey Knit One Shoulder Maxi Dress / Gown
By Estevez
Located in Sparks, NV
Gorgeous vintage brown jersey knit one-shoulder dress by Estevez. Fully lined, with side zip and hook closure and shoulder hook closure.
Estevez Floral Maxi Dress Poet Sleeves - Vintage 1970s
By Estevez, Luis Estévez
Located in Wallkill, NY
Stunning Estevez Pink Floral Maxi Dress. Velvet Pink Belt with Bow/ chiffon Bodice.
Estevez Cocktail Dress with Key Hole Back, 1970s
By Estevez
Located in Austin, TX
1970s Estevez black cocktail dress with bows and key holes at back.
1970s Estevez Vintage Two-Tone Goddess Maxi Dress with Plunging Neckline
By Luis Estévez
Located in Sparks, NV
Sexy and classy vintage 1970s maxi dress in ivory and taupe jersey by Luis Estevez.
1970's Estevez Green & White Floral Garden Party Maxi Dress
By Estevez
Located in Studio City, CA
A 1970's Estevez rayon chiffon green and white floral printed garden party maxi dress.
Estevez 1960s Vintage Black Silk Crepe Cocktail Dress
By Estevez, Luis Estévez
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage from the 1960s By Luis Estevez Satin Bow Detail Fully Lined Back Zip and Hook Closure Marked Size: Not Marked Estimated Size: XS-S Color: Black Fabric: Crepe Label:...
1970s Estevez Vintage Brown + White Striped Maxi Dress with a Plunging Neckline
By Luis Estévez
Located in Sparks, NV
Graphic brown and white striped maxi dress with a plunging neckline by Estevez. Long sleeves and empire waist.
Vintage Estevez Off White Jersey Cut Out Plunge Maxi Dress 1970s
By Estevez
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage Estevez silky off white jersey, cut out plunge maxi dress from the 1970s.
1970s Estevez Metallic Sequin Chiffon Disco Dress with a Plunging Neckline
By Luis Estévez, Estevez
Located in Sparks, NV
Sparkling metallic sequin and nude chiffon disco dress by Estevez. Matching sash and scarf hemline.
Estevez Flower Applique Gown 1960s
By Louis Estevez, Estevez
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous long black gown covered in black rose appliques from Louis Estevez. It is sleeveless with a low scoop back and is covered in appliques of elaborately constructed roses co...
Estevez Vintage Glamour One Shoulder Gown
By Estevez
Located in Water Mill, NY
There is a zipper on that side and a slit at the hem. The dress is fully lined in same fabric. An incredible gown.
1950s Estevez Vintage Black Eyelit Lace Sleeveless Full Sweep Cocktail Dress
By Estevez, Luis Estévez
Located in Sparks, NV
Elegant vintage 1950s black eyelit lace cocktail dress by Estevez with a full sweep and open back.
Estevez Hollywood Vintage One Shoulder Draped Red Crepe Dress Size 8
By Estevez, Luis Estévez
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This dress is a draped work of art. One shoulder draped front bodice and draped front wrap.
Amazing Vintage Luis Estevez 1970s Lipstick Red Handkerchief Hem Chiffon Dress
By Estevez, Luis Estévez
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible vintage 70s LUIS ESTEVEZ bright red chiffon asymmetrical handkerchief hem long semi sheer sleeve dress!
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...
Incredible Vintage Giorgio di Sant Angelo 80s White Fully Beaded Bodycon Dress
By Giorgio di Sant' Angelo
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible, sexy, and timeless vintage 1980s Giorgio di Sant Angelo white beaded dress! Encrusted with thousands of seed beads, rhinestones, etc...The detail on this sexy little numb...
Max Nugus Haute Couture 1990s Size 6 8 Pink Brown Ombre Chiffon Vintage 90s Gown
By Max Nugus Haute Couture, Max Nugus
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous 1990s MAX NUGUS HAUTE COUTURE ombre beaded silk chiffon full length evening dress! Warm colors of pink, peach and brown. Strapless underlay with an attached intricately bead...
$580Sale Price|20% Off
Size: Medium
1960s Kelly Green Virgin Wool Knit 60s Vintage Mod Short Sleeve Shift Dress
By KIMBERLY
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1960s Kelly green 100% Virgin wool knit short sleeve shift dress! Super soft virgin wool feels luxurious against the skin! Flattering shift shape, with a slight A-line. Mod butt...
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 ...
$895
Size: Medium - Large
Vintage Nina Ricci Raspberry Pink Double Breasted Dress w/ Pockets + Bow Belt
By Nina Ricci
Located in San Diego, CA
Such a pretty vintage Nina Ricci dress! Beautiful raspberry pink color, on a double breasted style! Attached bow belt wraps around the back, with hook-and-eye closure at front side. ...
$1,098Sale Price|21% Off
Size: small
Vintage Bill Blass Black Velvet Gold Metallic Halter Strapless Evening Dress
By Bill Blass
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Before there was Halston, there was Bill Blass as the epitome of American style. Blass’ rise around the 1940s led him to be one of the most prominent women’s designers for multiple b...
$2,495
Size: 44 / US 10 - 12
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Sz 44 Black Corset / Bustier Dress YSL
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Drop dead gorgeous vintage Yves Saint Laurent 'Rive Gauche' YSL black dress! Quite possibly the most flattering dress I have ever seen! This rare beauty does wonders for the body! Co...
$245Sale Price|34% Off
H 11 in D 3.5 in L 11.5 in
Unique Thespian Needlepoint Comedy and Tragedy Handbag c 1960
Located in University City, MO
Unique thespian needlepoint comedy and tragedy handbag The stylish large scale retro handbag is designed with comedy and tragedy mask on both exterior sides The theatrical ma...
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
Rare Kreinick 1960s Vintage Red + Yellow Polka Dot Mod Dress + Jacket Ensemble
Located in Sparks, NV
Very rare Kreinick label! American couture at its finest. Heavy weight jacquard fabric appears to be made of silk and wool. This listing is for a two piece ensemble. The dress is sle...
Rare Early Yves Saint Laurent Black Rhinestone Top
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy vintage YSL knit top, with gorgeous rhinestones on each strap. Flattering fit, with incredible construction. In great condition. Approximately Size Small (lots of stretch) M...
GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE S/S 2000 Purple Silk Blouse with Swarovski BUTTONS Y2K
By Gianni Versace Couture
Located in Switzerland, CH
Beautiful GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE SS 2000 silk blouse Finest purple silk Versace SS 2000 Jungle Collection Extremely versatile Sexy deep cleavage Swarovski crystal buttons Made in ...
Mignon Paris Draped Silk Dress 1950s
By Mignon
Located in Water Mill, NY
A stunning black silk dress from Mignon Paris. It is sleeveless with a draped portrait collar, fitted waist and a full skirt- a feat of draping and ruching. The dress has a back pai...
New Gucci Flora Bamboo Runway Pumps Heels Sz 6.5
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Brand New Gucci Flora Heels Size: 6.5 Beautiful Iconic Canvas Flora Pattern Bamboo & Gold Hardware Leather Insole Wood Heel Heel Height 3" With Box
Oscar de la Renta Purple Ombre Houndstooth Check Silk Cocktail Dress
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in San Francisco, CA
Oscar de la Renta silk pencil cut cocktail dress in a purple checked houndstooth pattern and ombre mid section. Back zip and hook and eye. 100% silk. Made in USA. Size 8. Runs sli...
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.