1920s Sally Milgrim Silk Velvet Deco Floral Dropped Waist Dress w High Low Hem
By Milgrim
Located in Gresham, OR
1920s Sally Milgrim Silk Velvet Deco Floral Dropped Waist Dancing Dress w High Low Hemline: A spectacular iconic flapper-styled dress by a renowned American designer associated the M...
Geoffrey Beene Sheer Black Silk Tie Neck Blouse/High Waist Silk Maxi Skirt Set
By Geoffrey Beene
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Geoffrey Beene sheer black silk lacquered jacquard tie neck blouse and coordinating high wide waist mid weight silk & wool maxi skirt from the 1970s. This beautiful set is perfect fo...
Designer Vintage 1980s Silk Satin High-Low Gown with Bow Waist
Located in New York, NY
The tulip shape of the skirt, as well as the high-low hemline, not only reveals that unexpected pop up pink, but it also gives an opportunity to subtly show a little leg— and an amaz...
Balmain Black High Waisted Tuxedo Pants
By Balmain
Located in Brossard, QC
Blending the best of formal menswear with feminine details, Balmain's tuxedo pants are a high-fashion choice for day to evening dress-up. Black cummerbund-style waistband, pleated fr...
Balmain Black High Waisted Tuxedo Pants
By Balmain
Located in Brossard, QC
Blending the best of formal menswear with feminine details, Balmain's tuxedo pants are a high-fashion choice for day to evening dress-up. Black cummerbund-style waistband, pleated fr...
Balmain Blue Denim High Waist Pants
By Balmain
Located in Brossard, QC
Denim with Solid color. Dark wash. Hook-and-eye closure. Button closing. Four pockets. Pleated detailing. FittingComposition: 96% Cotton, 4% Elastane. Made in France. Size38 Waist ...
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H 25 in W 9 in D 8.5 in
Bronze Figure of Girl in High-Waisted Evening Dress with Umbrella Hans Müller
By Hans Muller
Located in Cheltenham, GB
A bronze figure of a beautiful round woman dressed in high-waisted evening dress holding an umbrella aloft.
Siena Marble, Bronze
ROKSANDA black white silk evening dress graphic asymmetric high waist UK12 L
By Roksanda
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ROKSANDA black white silk evening dress graphic asymmetric high waist UK12 L Reference: TGAS/A03252 Brand: Roksanda Material: silk Color: Black Pattern: Other Closure: Zip Ext...
ZIMMERMANN Size S Pink Olive Linen Embroidered High Waisted Dress Pants
By Zimmermann
Located in San Francisco, CA
ZIMMERMANN dress pants in a pink linen featuring a pink and olive green floral design, belted style, wide leg, and white lace doily side stripes.Excellent Pre-Owned Condition. Mark...
ZIMMERMANN Size S Pink Olive Linen Embroidered High Waisted Dress Pants
By Zimmermann
Located in San Francisco, CA
ZIMMERMANN dress pants in a pink linen featuring a pink and olive green floral design, belted style, wide leg, and white lace doily side stripes.Excellent Pre-Owned Condition. Mark...
THE ROW Size 2 Brown Wool Blend Pleated High Waisted Dress Pants
By The Row
Located in San Francisco, CA
THE ROW dress pants comes in a brown wool blend twill featuring a high waist, pegged silhouette, pleated front, and a zipper fly closure. Made in Italy.Excellent Pre-Owned Condition....
MARC JACOBS Size 0 Purple Cotton Pleated Wide Leg High Waist Dress Pants
By Marc Jacobs
Located in San Francisco, CA
MARC JACOBS Dress pants comes in a purple solid cotton material, with a high waist, a pleated front, belt loops, wide legs, zip fly, and seam and slit pockets. Made in USA. New With ...
MIU MIU black floral lace high waisted baby doll cocktail dress IT40 S
By Miu Miu
Located in Hong Kong, NT
MIU MIU black floral lace high waisted baby doll cocktail dress IT40 S Reference: CELG/A00192 Brand: Miu Miu Designer: Miuccia Prada Material: Lace Color: Black Pattern: Floral ...
YOHJI YAMAMOTO Size L Black Red Contrast Trim Linen Back Cinch High Waisted Dress Pants
By Yohji Yamamoto
Located in San Francisco, CA
YOHJI YAMAMOTO dress pants in a black linen woven fabric featuring a high waisted style with fishtail notch detail, tapered leg with contrasting red painted-print cuffs, outer suspen...
OSCAR DE LA RENTA 2019Runway blue white print corset top high waist pleated
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Hong Kong, NT
OSCAR DE LA RENTA 2019Runway blue white print corset top high waist pleated skirt set US0 XS Selena Gomez Reference: LNKO/A02209 Brand: Oscar De La Renta Designer: Oscar De La Renta ...
Sybil Connolly Pink Moire Silk Evening Skirt with a Cummerbund Style High Waist
By Sybil Connolly
Located in New Hope, PA
Sybil Connolly is the noted Irish Couturier. Jacqueline Kennedy wore one of her designs for her official White House portrait. Her work is exquisite, and she often used fabrics and l...
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Size: Small - Small Medium
1960s Bonwit Teller Bright Flower Print Empire Waist High Neck Vintage 60s Dress
By Bonwit Teller
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic late 1960s BONWIT TELLER bright colored high neck empire waist mod jersey dress! Features flowers printed in vibrant colors of pink, green, and orange throughout.
AZZEDINE ALAIA black jacquard knit high waist pleat fit flare dress IT38 XS
Located in Hong Kong, NT
AZZEDINE ALAIA black jacquard knit high waist pleat fit flare dress IT38 XS Reference: TGAS/A03211 Brand: Alaia Designer: Azzedine Alaia Material: wool Color: Black Pattern: Ot...
GERMANIER gold metallic floral blue ruffle waist high slit one shoulder gown S
Located in Hong Kong, NT
GERMANIER gold metallic floral blue ruffle waist high slit one shoulder gown S Reference: AAWC/A00438 Brand: Germanier Material: Polyester, Blend Color: Blue, Multicolour Pattern: Fl...
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Size: 42- runs small w/ stretch
S/S 1990 Dolce & Gabbana Black Beaded Fringe Top & High Waist Mini Skirt
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Yukon, OK
DESIGNER: S/S 1990 Dolce & Gabbana Please contact for more information and/or photos. CONDITION: Good- Top has no missing embellishments and no holes or stains. Skirt was lightened...
1970s Satin Evening Ensemble Wide Leg High Waisted Pants Top
Located in Portland, OR
This is a 2 piece vintage satin outfit from the 1970’s designed by David Howard for Climax. The high waisted pants have wide legs and a back zipper, and the incredible short top has...
1970s Silver Lurex Sparkle Drawstring Top & High Waisted Pants Evening Outfit
Located in Portland, OR
This vintage 1970's outfit would make the perfect evening dress alternative. The loose fitting top is almost like a fancy sweatshirt, with a cowl neck and drawstring hem. The pants h...
Beverly Paige Vintage Gold Metallic High Waisted Wide Leg Palazzo Pants Outfit
Located in Portland, OR
This is a show stopping vintage 2 piece formal outfit in gold metallic knit. Designed by Beverly Paige in the late 1960's or very early1970s, this is the perfect modern vintage alter...
$580
Size: Size 1 Small
Leonard, Paris Strapless Silk Floral Print Gown with Silk Flower Corsage Bodice
By Leonard
Located in New Hope, PA
This strapless dress from Leonard, Paris is just so cheerful and feminine. The floral print seems to have every shade of every color under the rainbow set against a black background...
1990S Black Bias Cut Silk Chiffon Galliano Style Floral Embroidered Dress
Located in New York, NY
1990S Black Bias Cut Silk Chiffon Galliano Style Floral Embroidered Dress
1970's Yves Saint Laurent YSL Black Satin Tie Top and Lace Skirt
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Classic Yves Saint Laurent duo from the 1970's features a black silk tie-neck blouse and a chic black guipure lace skirt. Blouse is long sleeve with slight gathering at the shoulder...
$195Sale Price|38% Off
1940s Vintage Flora Originals Women's Black Crepe Dress with Accents
Located in Port Hope, ON
Black crepe top and bronze and gold metallic rayon or acetate make up this lovely dress. The metallic pattern is also replicated on the short sleeve cuffs with bows and the two butto...
$466
Size: UK 6 - 8 / Small
2000's Leather Flower Appliqué Vintage Silk Ruffled Floaty Asymmetric Slip Dress
Located in Sheffield, GB
A beautiful 2000’s Vintage Pure Silk asymmetric cut floral dress with intricately crafted leather floral appliqué detail on the straps. The dress closes via a concealed zip up the si...
Rochas Vintage Inspired Harlow Bias Cut Silk Gown NWT
By Rochas, Christian Dior
Located in Los Angeles, CA
As seen on the runway Jean Harlow 1930's inspired gown designed by Rochas. Fashioned of eggshell white silk charmeuse with plunging neckline; spaghetti straps; chemise style bodice...
$1,675
Size: Extra Small
Beautiful 1960s Extra Small XS Couture Black Silk Chiffon Vintage 60s Gown Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1960s demi couture black silk chiffon sequin evening gown! Features thousands of hand-sewn black sequins throughout the sleeves and skirt. Thin spaghetti strap underlay wit...
Vintage black brown floral velvet beaded backless bias slip dress gown M - L
Located in Milano, Lombardia
LOVE LALI VINTAGE This is an absolutely beautiful vintage find, I would estimate from around the late 90's. A floor length floral velvet gown that cut on the bias it fits the body b...
1940's IRENE LENTZ black dress with blouson silk chiffon overlay
By Irene Lentz
Located in San Fransisco, CA
A stunning and hard-to-find piece from the late 1940's created by Irene Lentz. This black gown really channels classic 'film noir' Hollywood glamour from this era. The dress has a...
Yves Saint Laurent "Rive Gauche" 70s Black Scarf Blouse & Maxi Skirt Set
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Yves Saint Laurent "Rive Gauche" 1970s/80s black viscose scarf blouse and maxi pleated skirt ensemble Made in France, Size 36 (Small). Note that the skirt's waist has no stretch, co...
Vintage 1930s Black Silk Chiffon Floral evening Gown Tulips US 6 UK 10
Located in Nashville, TN
A marvel to behold, this original vintage 1930's black cotton voile and silk chiffon evening gown, decorated with a silver rhinestone inlay metal chain, is a rare piece to behold. T...
Gianfranco Ferré black gown with sheer sleeves, ca. 1970
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in New York, NY
Gianfranco Ferré black gown with sheer sleeves, ca. 1970 Long black wool dress with subtle shimmer featuring waistcoat-style bodice with sheer sleeves. Mermaid skirt features diagona...
Vintage Delicate Silk Chiffon Dress with Burn Out Velvet Floral Design
By The Silk Farm
Located in Sparks, NV
Beautiful delicate silk chiffon dress with a metallic burn out velvet floral design. Details: Partially Lined Back Zip and Button Closure Marked Size: US 6 Estimated Size: ...
1930s Interesting Draped Floral Print Evening Dress
Located in New York, NY
1930's Couture Quality draped floral printed chiffon evening dress. Bias cut with asymetrical side panel, and looping side drape which catches at the shoulder of the bodice. Floral p...
Vintage David Butler Evening Gown with Organza Frill
Located in London, GB
A vintage David Butler evening gown , in black crepe with a double layer organza frill. The dress has a v neckline front and back and the frill sits off the shoulder. The dress is...
1960's Geoffrey Beene Black Silk Gown
By Geoffrey Beene
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Simple and stunning beautiful Geoffrey Beene 1960s gown. Sleeveless with curved seams at the waist that create a full skirt that with beautiful draping. Invisible zipper up the back ...
John Galliano F/W 1999 Crimson Bias Cut Satin Evening Gown
By John Galliano
Located in Dubai, AE
An exceptional archival John Galliano evening gown from the iconic Fall/Winter 1999 collection. Showcased on the runway during one of Galliano’s most celebrated late-1990s presentati...
MONIQUE LHUILLIER 2007 Vintage Runway Flower Motif Bridal Gown Wedding Dress
By Monique Lhuillier
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Monique Lhuillier Vintage Runway Bridal Collection FW07 Warm Ivory color, not white, can also look less warm depending on the lighting 100% silk Silver crystals + sequins at flower m...
Alexander McQueen 2010 Grey wool Coat
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ
Alexander McQueen 2010 Grey wool Coat Super rare fit size 40 Dimensions (cm / inches): Sleeve from neck — 80 / 31.5 Sleeve from armpit — 50 / 19.7 Armpit width — 44 / 17.3 Product l...
Vintage Bob Mackie Size 14 Black Velvet 1990s Sleeveless Sweetheart 90s Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage 90s BOB MACKIE black velvet sleeveless evening gown! Features a flattering satin lined sweetheart neckline and a thigh high slit that reveals just the right amount ...
Christian Dior By John Galliano Pre-Fall 2008 Pink Lavender Silk Gown
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Jersey City, NJ
An exquisite piece from Christian Dior’s Pre-Fall 2008 collection under John Galliano, this gown captures the elegance and drama that defined his tenure at the house. Crafted from a ...
2001 John Galliano Sheer Knit Sleeveless High Neck Dress
By John Galliano
Located in Austin, TX
2001 John Galliano Sheer Black Knit Sleeveless High Neck Long Dress Rayon Fabric Made in Italy Chest: 28-37", Waist: 23-33", Hips: 31-43", Length: 64" Condition: Excellent SIZE: S ...
nwt's IT46 VALENTINO Vintage Black Evening Gown Long Maxi Dress
By Valentino
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Valentino Roma NWT's Vintage Jet black Simple, easy, sophisticated, timeless, elegant Size IT46 Pristine Measurements in inches laying flat: pit to pit 18 to 19, smallest of waist 17...
Alaia Vionnet-Inspired Grecian Goddess Dress Gown. New
By Azzedine Alaïa, Vionnet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Throughout the decades Azzedine Alaia was always considered an innovative and inspirational fashion designer. With his recent passing, the gown being offered is from one of his fina...
I Magnin Royal Blue One Shoulder Avant Garde Vintage Gown, 1980s
By I. Magnin
Located in San Diego, CA
Fabulous early 1980s I. MAGNIN royal blue Avant Garde full length taffeta maxi evening dress! Features a vibrant royal blue color. Ruffle origami detail at top left shoulder, and dia...
Alexander McQueen Double-Breasted Cashmere Knit Jersey Cardigan Jacket
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Enjoy this item as part of our Holiday Sale, for one week! Alexander McQueen Double-Breasted Black Cashmere Knit Jersey Cardigan Basque-inspired Jacket A timeless, luxurious piece s...
New Rare Tom Ford for Gucci Kate Moss Ad Runway Heels Pumps Sz 8
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Rare & Collectible Brand New * Kate Moss Black Patent Corset Heels * Size 8 * Black Patent Leather The Heel is a deep, near black irridescent green * Corset Ankle ...
Alexander McQueen New Silk Backless Dress S/S 2008
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous fuchsia purple silk dress from Alexander McQueen. It is sleeveless with a slit at the center front neckline and hip pockets incorporated into the clever front seaming. The...
$2,450
Size: 42 / US 6
1990s Dolce & Gabbana D&G Black Plunging Sexy Beaded Sleeveless Vintage 90s Gown
By Dolce & Gabbana, D&G by DOLCE & GABBANA
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy late 90s DOLCE & GABBANA D&G black rayon jersey plunging beaded / sequin evening gown ! Features multiple layers of soft stretch jersey. Iridescent sequins and beads hand-sewn a...
1950s Christian Dior New York Grey Silk & Linen Skirt Suit
By Christian Dior
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Made from a grey woven silk fabric with black and white threads this 2 piece skirt suit is from the 1950s with a Dior New York label. Excellent vintage condition with no visible sign...
White satin Tuxedo wrap evening dress ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER
By Alexandre Vauthier
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
White satin Tuxedo wrap evening dress. Main fabric composition: 96% rayon, 4% elastane. Lining: 57% rayon, 43% polyester. Shoulder pad. Hidden snap closure on the left side on the wa...
Christian Dior by John Galliano Blue Crochet and Chainmail Dress, SS 2001
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
This Christian Dior dress from the Spring-Summer 2001 collection, designed by John Galliano, combines hand-crocheted textile with industrial chainmail, reflecting the designer’s fusi...
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.