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NWT Michael Kors Collection Size 8 Spring 2005 Vintage Black White Halter Dress
NWT Michael Kors Collection Size 8 Spring 2005 Vintage Black White Halter Dress

NWT Michael Kors Collection Size 8 Spring 2005 Vintage Black White Halter Dress

By Michael Kors

Located in San Diego, CA

Measurements: Marked Size: 8 ( has some stretch ) Bust: 36–38 inches Waist: 30–32 inches Hips: 38–40 inches Length (top back shoulder to hem): approximately knee length An elegan...

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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

NWT Cocoon by Randi Kristoffersen 2000s Pink Striped Vintage Caftan Maxi Dress
NWT Cocoon by Randi Kristoffersen 2000s Pink Striped Vintage Caftan Maxi Dress

NWT Cocoon by Randi Kristoffersen 2000s Pink Striped Vintage Caftan Maxi Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful brand new with tags Cocoon by Randi Kristoffersen early 2000s Y2K pink striped silk maxi dress / caftan ! Features two shades of pink, with slimming vertical stripes down t...

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Early 2000s Malaysian Caftans

NWT 1990s Gianni Versace Couture Size 40 / 4 Black Silk Vintage Bondage Dress
NWT 1990s Gianni Versace Couture Size 40 / 4 Black Silk Vintage Bondage Dress

NWT 1990s Gianni Versace Couture Size 40 / 4 Black Silk Vintage Bondage Dress

By Gianni Versace, Gianni Versace Couture

Located in San Diego, CA

Sexy 1990s NWT deadstock GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE black silk scrappy bondage style silk body on dress

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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Pierre Balmain Paris Trés Chic One Shoulder Lace Cocktail Dress NWT Size 8
Pierre Balmain Paris Trés Chic One Shoulder Lace Cocktail Dress NWT Size 8

Pierre Balmain Paris Trés Chic One Shoulder Lace Cocktail Dress NWT Size 8

By Pierre Balmain

Located in Palm Desert, CA

Oh, this dress is so chic! A one shoulder stunner from the House of Pierre Balmain, Paris. This beauty has been in the closet of one of our favorite Fashionistas for two decades and ...

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Early 2000s Portuguese Cocktail Dresses

NWT 2000s Dolce & Gabbana Vintage Y2K Gold Metallic Size 8 / 10 Cocktail Dress
NWT 2000s Dolce & Gabbana Vintage Y2K Gold Metallic Size 8 / 10 Cocktail Dress

NWT 2000s Dolce & Gabbana Vintage Y2K Gold Metallic Size 8 / 10 Cocktail Dress

By Dolce & Gabbana, D&G by DOLCE & GABBANA

Located in San Diego, CA

yourself. Perfect for any day or evening event. Great with wedges or sandals for day, and heels or boots

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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

NWT F/W 2004 Versace by Donatella Runway Studded Black Wool Pencil Dress
NWT F/W 2004 Versace by Donatella Runway Studded Black Wool Pencil Dress

NWT F/W 2004 Versace by Donatella Runway Studded Black Wool Pencil Dress

By Donatella Versace, Versace

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Presenting a fabulous black Versace mini dress, designed by Donatella Versace. From the Fall/Winter 2004 collection, this dress debuted as look 36, modeled by Michelle Alves. This fi...

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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

NWT 1990s Jean Louis Scherrer Black Leather + Jersey Bodycon Vintage 90s Dress
NWT 1990s Jean Louis Scherrer Black Leather + Jersey Bodycon Vintage 90s Dress

NWT 1990s Jean Louis Scherrer Black Leather + Jersey Bodycon Vintage 90s Dress

By Jean-Louis Scherrer

Located in San Diego, CA

New with tags 1990s JEAN LOUIS SCHERRER black rayon and leather bodycon zipper dress! Features a fitted rayon bodice with zippers at either side of the bust. Flattering black leather...

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1990s French Cocktail Dresses

NWT Alexander McQueen S/S 2009 Blue Kaleidoscope Crystal Dress It. 42
NWT Alexander McQueen S/S 2009 Blue Kaleidoscope Crystal Dress It. 42

NWT Alexander McQueen S/S 2009 Blue Kaleidoscope Crystal Dress It. 42

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Montgomery, TX

New Alexander McQueen "Natural Dis-tinction, Un-Natural Selection" Collection Dress S/S 2009 Collection Designer size - 42 Ruched at one side, short cap sleeves, round neckline, zips...

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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

NWT Alberta Ferretti Red Silk Beaded Tassel Lace Long Dress Italian 42
NWT Alberta Ferretti Red Silk Beaded Tassel Lace Long Dress Italian 42

NWT Alberta Ferretti Red Silk Beaded Tassel Lace Long Dress Italian 42

By Alberta Ferretti

Located in Montgomery, TX

New Alberta Ferretti S/S 2017 Collection Beaded & Embroidered Red Long Dress Designer size 42 - US 6 ( will fit size 8 also - please check measurements) 100% Silk, Exclusively Embroi...

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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

NWT Versace Patent Leather Embellished Silk Black Cocktail Strapless Dress It 40
NWT Versace Patent Leather Embellished Silk Black Cocktail Strapless Dress It 40

NWT Versace Patent Leather Embellished Silk Black Cocktail Strapless Dress It 40

By Versace

Located in Montgomery, TX

New Versace Embellished Cocktail Dress Italian size - 40 Black patent leather embellishment around the top, Strapless style, Corset insert, Fully lined in silk, Back zip closure. Mea...

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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

NWT Marchesa Size 8 10 Red Beaded Rhinestone Avant Garde Pleated Strapless Dress
NWT Marchesa Size 8 10 Red Beaded Rhinestone Avant Garde Pleated Strapless Dress

NWT Marchesa Size 8 10 Red Beaded Rhinestone Avant Garde Pleated Strapless Dress

By Marchesa

Located in San Diego, CA

New with tags beautiful MARCHESA red silk rhinestone encrusted Avant Garde strapless dress ! Kary Brittingham wore this dress for the promotion shots on The Real Housewives of Dallas...

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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

New Lanvin Alber Elbaz Taupe Strong Shoulder Taupe Silk Avant Garde Dress NWT
New Lanvin Alber Elbaz Taupe Strong Shoulder Taupe Silk Avant Garde Dress NWT

New Lanvin Alber Elbaz Taupe Strong Shoulder Taupe Silk Avant Garde Dress NWT

By Alber Elbaz, Lanvin Paris

Located in San Diego, CA

wedges for day, and heels for evening. In great unworn condition (original store tags still attached

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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

NWT F/2012 Look #26 Versace Structured Printed Orange Cocktail Dress Italian 38
NWT F/2012 Look #26 Versace Structured Printed Orange Cocktail Dress Italian 38

NWT F/2012 Look #26 Versace Structured Printed Orange Cocktail Dress Italian 38

By Versace

Located in Montgomery, TX

VERSACE This structured strapless cocktail dress features an allover letter pattern and structured peplum detail. Back center zip with hook and eye closure. Content: 94% silk, 6% SP...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

Chanel NWT 11A Fall 2011 Tweed Dress with CC logo 36 Rare New
Chanel NWT 11A Fall 2011 Tweed Dress with CC logo 36 Rare New

Chanel NWT 11A Fall 2011 Tweed Dress with CC logo 36 Rare New

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel

Located in Merced, CA

Chanel tweed dress from Fall 2011 collection adorned with Cc logo emblem on the side and back zip closure. It is new with tag. Rare to find.

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2010s French Day Dresses

NWT Gucci By Tom Ford Gathered Stretch-Satin Jersey Dress, Spring-Summer 2003
NWT Gucci By Tom Ford Gathered Stretch-Satin Jersey Dress, Spring-Summer 2003

NWT Gucci By Tom Ford Gathered Stretch-Satin Jersey Dress, Spring-Summer 2003

By Tom Ford, Gucci

Located in Geneva, CH

Designed to complement your shape, this Spring-Summer 2003 Gucci cocktail dress is made from black slinky stretch-satin jersey for a body-hugging fit. While the back reveals a glamor...

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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

NWT Marc Jacobs 2000s Size 8 Gray Tailored Wool Y2K Vintage Bustle Dress
NWT Marc Jacobs 2000s Size 8 Gray Tailored Wool Y2K Vintage Bustle Dress

NWT Marc Jacobs 2000s Size 8 Gray Tailored Wool Y2K Vintage Bustle Dress

By Marc Jacobs

Located in San Diego, CA

Chic new with tags MARC JACOBS Collection grey tailored bustle dress ! Features a fitted bodice with a ull skirt. Hidden zipper up the back with hook-and-eye closure. Perfect layered...

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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Chiara Boni Italy Sexy Designer Asymmetry Black Sequin Cocktail Dress NWT Size 0
Chiara Boni Italy Sexy Designer Asymmetry Black Sequin Cocktail Dress NWT Size 0

Chiara Boni Italy Sexy Designer Asymmetry Black Sequin Cocktail Dress NWT Size 0

By Chiara Boni

Located in Palm Desert, CA

It’s the kind of dress when you walk into a cocktail party did everybody turns their heads and say, WOW! Designed by Uber talent Chiara Boni (she designs for woman that want somethin...

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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

NWT Brandon Maxwell Spring 2018 Runway Size 2 / 4 Black Silk Dress LBD
NWT Brandon Maxwell Spring 2018 Runway Size 2 / 4 Black Silk Dress LBD

NWT Brandon Maxwell Spring 2018 Runway Size 2 / 4 Black Silk Dress LBD

By Brandon Maxwell

Located in San Diego, CA

New with tags BRANDON MAXWELL Spring 2018 Runway black silk dress ! Features a built in corset to hold everything in place. Flattering draped detail at bust. Hidden zipper up the fro...

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2010s American Cocktail Dresses

NWT Gucci Spring 2008 Size 44 / US 8 Black White Yellow Draped Jersey Dress
NWT Gucci Spring 2008 Size 44 / US 8 Black White Yellow Draped Jersey Dress

NWT Gucci Spring 2008 Size 44 / US 8 Black White Yellow Draped Jersey Dress

By Frida Giannini, Gucci

Located in San Diego, CA

with hook-and-eye closure. Perfect for any day or evening event. Pair with wedges, flats or sandals for

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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

NWT 1998 Vintage Gianni Versace Couture Embellished Black Dress Italian 40 US 6
NWT 1998 Vintage Gianni Versace Couture Embellished Black Dress Italian 40 US 6

NWT 1998 Vintage Gianni Versace Couture Embellished Black Dress Italian 40 US 6

By Gianni Versace Couture

Located in Montgomery, TX

Gianni Versace Couture Embellished Black Cocktail Dress Vintage 1998 Collection - Black Label. Italian size 40 - US 6 Embellished Black Dress, Silver Studs. Fully Lined, Back Zip Cl...

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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

NWT 1970s Joy Stevens Size 10 / 12 Black Sequined Flapper Style Vintage Dress
NWT 1970s Joy Stevens Size 10 / 12 Black Sequined Flapper Style Vintage Dress

NWT 1970s Joy Stevens Size 10 / 12 Black Sequined Flapper Style Vintage Dress

By Joy Stevens

Located in San Diego, CA

New with tags 70s does 20s JOY STEVENS black sequined flapper style fringed dress! Features thousands of hand-sewn black sequins throughout. Fringe hem makes this dress perfect for d...

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1970s American Cocktail Dresses

NWT Vintage Tadashi Shoji 1990s Purple I Magnin Sexy Bodycon Bandage 90s Dress
NWT Vintage Tadashi Shoji 1990s Purple I Magnin Sexy Bodycon Bandage 90s Dress

NWT Vintage Tadashi Shoji 1990s Purple I Magnin Sexy Bodycon Bandage 90s Dress

By Tadashi Shoji, I. Magnin

Located in San Diego, CA

Sexy brand new (with original I MAGNIN store tags attached) TADASHI SHOJI purple bodcon mini bandage dress! Figure hugging fit, with plenty of stretch. Hidden zipper up the back with...

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1990s American Cocktail Dresses

NWT Versace Nude Crocheted Cotton and Silk-Cady One-Shoulder Dress Italian 40
NWT Versace Nude Crocheted Cotton and Silk-Cady One-Shoulder Dress Italian 40

NWT Versace Nude Crocheted Cotton and Silk-Cady One-Shoulder Dress Italian 40

By Versace

Located in Montgomery, TX

Versace's crocheted cotton and silk-cady one-shoulder dress in a wear-with-anything nude hue will make a striking addition to your party portfolio. Team this textural runway piece wi...

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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

HERVE LEGER A/W 2012 "Avi" Burgundy Pleated Bandage Knit Cocktail Dress NWT
HERVE LEGER A/W 2012 "Avi" Burgundy Pleated Bandage Knit Cocktail Dress NWT

HERVE LEGER A/W 2012 "Avi" Burgundy Pleated Bandage Knit Cocktail Dress NWT

By Herve Léger, Max Azria

Located in Thiensville, WI

Herve Leger by Max Azria Autumn/Winter 2012 "Avi" burgundy (raisin rum) pleated bandage knit cocktail dress; New with tags. Runway look #14. Sleeveless. Spaghetti straps. V-neckline ...

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2010s Chinese Cocktail Dresses

NWT Tom Ford for Gucci 2004 Collection Gold Embellished Cocktail Dress It. 42
NWT Tom Ford for Gucci 2004 Collection Gold Embellished Cocktail Dress It. 42

NWT Tom Ford for Gucci 2004 Collection Gold Embellished Cocktail Dress It. 42

By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci

Located in Montgomery, TX

New Tom Ford for Gucci Gold Cocktail Sexy Dress 2004 Collection Designer size 42 Mischa Barton wore the same dress for InStyle magazine! Exquisitely embellished, beautifully crafted ...

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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Rick Owens Ricamoto Laser Cut Tunic Dress  NWT
Rick Owens Ricamoto Laser Cut Tunic Dress  NWT

Rick Owens Ricamoto Laser Cut Tunic Dress NWT

By Rick Owens

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Rick Owens s/s 2019. A triangular laser cut long black tunic dress with back zipper closure. The open design can be worn with a bodysuit. It's accompanying oversized silver laser c...

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2010s Cage Skirts

NWT S/S 2001 Gucci by Tom Ford Runway Prototype Strapless Leather Corset Dress
NWT S/S 2001 Gucci by Tom Ford Runway Prototype Strapless Leather Corset Dress

NWT S/S 2001 Gucci by Tom Ford Runway Prototype Strapless Leather Corset Dress

By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Presenting a leather-accented black Gucci mini dress designed by Tom Ford. This dress debuted from the Spring/Summer 2001 collection as look number 24 on Natasa Vojnovic. A sample pi...

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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

NWT Monique Lhuillier Size 8 / 10 Hot Pink Lace Fit n Flare A Line Dress
NWT Monique Lhuillier Size 8 / 10 Hot Pink Lace Fit n Flare A Line Dress

NWT Monique Lhuillier Size 8 / 10 Hot Pink Lace Fit n Flare A Line Dress

By Monique Ihuillier, Monique Lhuillier

Located in San Diego, CA

lined. Perfect for any day or evening event. Pair with wedges, sandals or flats for day, and heels for

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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Beautiful New 90s Luca Luca Royal Blue + Gold Velvet And Lace Cocktail Dress NWT
Beautiful New 90s Luca Luca Royal Blue + Gold Velvet And Lace Cocktail Dress NWT

Beautiful New 90s Luca Luca Royal Blue + Gold Velvet And Lace Cocktail Dress NWT

By LUCA LUCA

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful LUCA LUCA Couture cocktail dress! Stunning royal blue crushed velvet, with striking french lace at bodice, etched in metallic gold. Brand new, with tags--Retailed for $890 ...

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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

NWT S/S 2002 Gianni Versace by Donatella Sheer Rhinestone Lace Black Mini Dress
NWT S/S 2002 Gianni Versace by Donatella Sheer Rhinestone Lace Black Mini Dress

NWT S/S 2002 Gianni Versace by Donatella Sheer Rhinestone Lace Black Mini Dress

By Gianni Versace, Donatella Versace for Gianni Versace

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Designed by Donatella Versace in the Spring/Summer 2002 collection, this Gianni Versace layered mini dress features an internal layer covered in clusters of rhinestones and an exteri...

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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

2004 Vintage Tom Ford for Gucci rystal Embellished Pink Silk Dress NWT! Size 40
2004 Vintage Tom Ford for Gucci rystal Embellished Pink Silk Dress NWT! Size 40

2004 Vintage Tom Ford for Gucci rystal Embellished Pink Silk Dress NWT! Size 40

By Tom Ford for Gucci

Located in Montgomery, TX

2004 VINTAGE GUCCI SILK DRESS Designed by Tom Ford for GUCCI Crystal embellishment, long sleeves, V-neck, knee length. Color: Pink IT Size 40 - US 4-6 68% Silk, 25% Nylon, 7% Spa...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

NWT Pierre Balmain Sz 40 / 8 Chainmail One Shoulder Grey Wool Metal Mesh Dress
NWT Pierre Balmain Sz 40 / 8 Chainmail One Shoulder Grey Wool Metal Mesh Dress

NWT Pierre Balmain Sz 40 / 8 Chainmail One Shoulder Grey Wool Metal Mesh Dress

By Pierre Balmain, Balmain

Located in San Diego, CA

Brand new with tags early 2000s PIERRE BALMAIN gray wool and cashmere one shoulder chain mail cocktail dress! Features one shoulder of metal mesh chainmail, produced by Whiting & Dav...

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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

NWT S/S 2015 New Versace Crystal Embellished Mini Dress Italian 38 - US 2/4
NWT S/S 2015 New Versace Crystal Embellished Mini Dress Italian 38 - US 2/4

NWT S/S 2015 New Versace Crystal Embellished Mini Dress Italian 38 - US 2/4

By Versace

Located in Montgomery, TX

VERSACE Actual runway sample Spring/Summer 2015 look # 43 Crystal embellished dress Versace's mini dress sings high-octane glamour. It has straight silhouette with a sheer mesh tull...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

NWT Roberto Cavalli FW 2005 Black Bustier Velvet Lace Studded Dress It 44 - US 8
NWT Roberto Cavalli FW 2005 Black Bustier Velvet Lace Studded Dress It 44 - US 8

NWT Roberto Cavalli FW 2005 Black Bustier Velvet Lace Studded Dress It 44 - US 8

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in Montgomery, TX

New and Vintage Roberto Cavalli Black Bustier Velvet Lace Studded Cocktail Dress F/W 2005 Runway Collection Italian size 44 - US 8 Silk Bustier Bra, Studded Lace Long Sleeve Top, Ve...

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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

NWT 90s Krizia Taupe Brown Size 46 / US 10 12 Sheer Sleeveless Knit 1990s Dress
NWT 90s Krizia Taupe Brown Size 46 / US 10 12 Sheer Sleeveless Knit 1990s Dress

NWT 90s Krizia Taupe Brown Size 46 / US 10 12 Sheer Sleeveless Knit 1990s Dress

By Krizia

Located in San Diego, CA

Amazing vintage deadstock 90s KRIZIA taupe knit dress ! Features sheer panels covered with mesh throughout. Simply slips over the head and stretches to fit. Soft Cotton (90%) and Nyl...

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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

NWT Tom Ford for Gucci F/W 2004 Runway Caribbean Blue Fringe Dress Italian 38
NWT Tom Ford for Gucci F/W 2004 Runway Caribbean Blue Fringe Dress Italian 38

NWT Tom Ford for Gucci F/W 2004 Runway Caribbean Blue Fringe Dress Italian 38

By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci

Located in Montgomery, TX

New Tom Ford for Gucci Runway Caribbean Blue Fringe Tassel Dress F/W 2004 Runway Collection The Most Seductive and Romantic Dress Ever! Designer size 38 - US 2 Bustier Style, 80% Sil...

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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

NWT Tom Ford for Gucci S/S 2000 Campaign Fully Beaded Snake Cocktail Dress 42
NWT Tom Ford for Gucci S/S 2000 Campaign Fully Beaded Snake Cocktail Dress 42

NWT Tom Ford for Gucci S/S 2000 Campaign Fully Beaded Snake Cocktail Dress 42

By Tom Ford, Gucci

Located in Montgomery, TX

Collectible Campaign Tom Ford for Gucci Fully Beaded Cocktail Dress - New S/S 2000 Collection. Kate Moss for Vogue Magazine. It. size 42 - US 6 Fully Beaded in Snake Pattern. Black L...

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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

NWT 2006 Vintage Gucci Wrap Effect Black Dress Open Back and Bamboo Pin 38 US 2
NWT 2006 Vintage Gucci Wrap Effect Black Dress Open Back and Bamboo Pin 38 US 2

NWT 2006 Vintage Gucci Wrap Effect Black Dress Open Back and Bamboo Pin 38 US 2

By Gucci

Located in Montgomery, TX

2006 Vintage Gucci Black Dress with Wrap Effect and Bamboo Pin S/S 2006 Collection Italian size 38 - US 2 Halter- Neck, Open Back, Fully Lined, Wrap Effect, Removable Bamboo Pin. 92...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

NWT Tom Ford $7, 000 Runway Fall 2015 Size 42 / 8 White Open Back Fringe Dress
NWT Tom Ford $7, 000 Runway Fall 2015 Size 42 / 8 White Open Back Fringe Dress

NWT Tom Ford $7, 000 Runway Fall 2015 Size 42 / 8 White Open Back Fringe Dress

By Tom Ford

Located in San Diego, CA

SOLD OUT Brand new with tags TOM FORD Fall 2015 runway white fringe flapper style dress! Impeccably designed, this rare gem features fabulous white tiers of fringe throughout on a ra...

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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

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Evening Gown Nwt For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the vintage or contemporary evening gown nwt you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Our collection includes a variety of colors, spanning Black, Gray, Beige and more. Finding the perfect evening gown nwt may mean sifting through those that were made during different time periods — popular versions were made as early as the 20th Century and a newer one, made as recently as the 21st Century, can also be found on the site. Finding an appealing accessory such as this — no matter the origin — is easy, but Gucci, Dolce & Gabbana and Tom Ford for Gucci each produced a popular version that is worth a look. When shopping for these accessories, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men or unisex today than there are for women.

How Much is a Evening Gown Nwt?

On average, an evening gown nwt on 1stDibs sells for $1,900, while they’re typically $175 on the low end and $58,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Finding the Right Evening-dresses for You

With entire museum exhibitions dedicated to examining fashion designers and their creations, we’re finally recognizing that costuming is art. Evening dresses over time have conveyed specific statements about social class, position and beliefs. Fashion is a powerful means of self-expression, and sophisticated vintage evening dresses and gowns by our favorite couturier play no small role in making us feel wonderful but, perhaps more importantly, making us feel like ourselves.

In the 16th century, dresses and gowns were so important that England's Queen Elizabeth I defined rules about what dresses women could wear — guidance included long skirts and fitted bodices. Forward-thinking designers have responded to this history.

Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel reimagined traditionally masculine garments for feminine shapes, and her elegant evening dresses and gowns promoted comfort and grace in women’s wear that had been dominated in the previous century by layers of fabric. Christian Dior's gowns celebrated luxury and femininity in the late 1940s — and gave to women the gift of glamour they’d lost in the miserable years of the war. French fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent introduced innovative and highly coveted dress designs in the 1960s while at the same time challenging sexist stereotypes about which members of society could wear tuxedos.

Works by unconventional British designer John Galliano — featured in houses like Givenchy and Dior — redefined limits that dressmakers faced in terms of material, construction and vision during the late 20th century. From his embroidered absinthe-green Oscars gown for actress Nicole Kidman to the iconic sleeveless Dior newspaper dress that Sex and the City’s Carrie Bradshaw made famous, Galliano’s intricate and multifaceted work is reliably collectible and newsworthy

Today’s designers target an increasingly broad audience with their boundary-crossing work, and their tendency to play off of each other’s ideas means that every walk down the runway is also a walk through an entire history of fashion design and dress craftsmanship.

Whether you gravitate toward backless maxi dresses or silk charmeuse gowns by Alexander McQueen or embellished, ruffled floral-print designs by Chloe or Versace, there is an extraordinary collection of vintage and designer evening dresses and gowns waiting for you on 1stDibs.

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