Rosie Assoulin Exotic Evening Asymmetric Colorblock Dress Gown New Condition!
By Rosie Assoulin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rosie Assoulin exotic high fashion gown. Strapless silk faille with interior corset and side zipper closure hugs the body in all the right places. Asymmetric style with a colorbloc...
$2,799
Size: Fits S (no size tag)
UNWORN Roberto Cavalli Vintage Exotic Snake Print Silk Evening Gown Maxi Dress S
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Switzerland, CH
A beautiful ROBERTO CAVALLI evening gown that will last you for years From the most prestigious ROBERTO CAVALLI main line Made out of most beautiful fabric with exotic snakeskin anim...
NEW Alexander McQueen 2008 Exotic Pink Evening Dress Tribute to Isabella Blow 42
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Switzerland, CH
EXTREMELY RARE PIECE UNIQUE COLLECTOR'S ITEM BY ALEXANDER MCQUEEN FOR HIS SPRING SUMMER 2008 RUNWAY COLLECTION TRIBUTE TO ISABELLA BLOW 2DIE4 PYTHON SNAKESKIN DRESS BY ALEXANDER ...
Oscar de la Renta Exotic Printed & Silver Stenciled Silk Velvet Evening Dress 8
By Oscar De La Renta, Oscar de la Renta Active
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Oscar de la Renta exotic printed burgundy and silver stenciled silk velvet belted evening dress from the mid 1990s.
Exotic Salvatore Ferragamo Strapless Silk Leopard Print Dress Gown
By Salvatore Ferragamo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning strapless Salvatore Ferragamo leopard print in shades of rich blue, turquoise and purple silk. Boasts an exotic unusual look. Features nipped waist extending into full dra...
$290Sale Price|34% Off
Exotic Oyster Silk Embroidered Gown from India for Bonwit Teller c 1970
Located in University City, MO
Exotic oyster silk embroidered gown from India for Bonwit Teller c 1970 The elegant vintage silk gown is embellished with elaborate floral embroidery that circles the hemline The i...
1970's Black Maxi Dress with Exotic Bird Embroidery
Located in London, GB
Stunning 1970's black dress made from a polyester knit. The shape is characteristic of the era, with a plunging neckline and a fitted waist, with the skirt opening in a wide flare. A...
Trigere 1980s Exotic Animal Print Gold Lamé Gown w/ Scarf
By Pauline Trigère
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Luxurious gold lame animal print strapless gown from Pauline Trigere. Has a liquid-like quality and movement. Comes with scarf in same material.
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Size: equivalent S / M - see measures
Laura BIAGIOTTI "New" Exotic Bird Feathers (Pre-Ban) Single Piece Jacket- Unworn
By Laura Biagiotti
Located in Somo (Santander), ES
Laura BIAGIOTTI Exotic Bird Feathers (Pre-Ban), Haute Couture, Single Piece created by Biagiotti, Jacket - Unworn, New. SIZE: equivalent to about Small / Medium, please review appro...
1960's Saks Fifth Avenue Exotic & Colorful Gold Lamé Evening Dress
By Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in Atlanta, GA
A somewhat simple silhouette is transformed to a dazzling evening dress by an abstract floral gold lamé fabric that gives a nod to 1960's period perfect psychedelia. This Saks Fifth...
Larry Aldrich Exotic Print Cocktail Dress
By Larry Aldrich
Located in New York, NY
Larry Aldrich, sleeveless, paisley pattern, gold lame cocktail dress with emerald tone rhinestone and beading embellishment. Dress has an elastic waist with a corded silk belt. Attac...
c.1960 B. Cohen for Jaconelli Exotic Mughal Inspired Blue & Gold Dress
Located in Atlanta, GA
Richly exotic midnight blue fabric highlighted with gold brings this 1960s dress by B.
Etro Exotic Silk Print Tunic Dress Made in Italy Size 40
By Etro
Located in University City, MO
Etro Exotic silk print tunic dress Made in Italy Size 40 The beautiful silk dress is designed with a paisley floral print set against a pewter gray background. The lush flowers burs...
Exotic C.1980 Mary McFadden Black Palazzo Pants & Gold Lace Top Ensemble
By Mary McFadden
Located in Atlanta, GA
The details of this two piece evening ensemble are the epitome of Mary McFadden exoticism. The gold metallic lace strapless top is McFadden's version of a tube top with elasticized ...
Roberto Cavalli Exotic Python Snake Print Kaftan Style Evening Gown Maxi Dress S
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Switzerland, CH
A beautiful ROBERTO CAVALLI evening gown that will last you for years From the most prestigious ROBERTO CAVALLI main line Made out of most beautiful fabric with exotic snakeskin anim...
Amazing 1970s Futura Couture Leopard Print Joe Exotic Vintage 70s Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Channel your inner Joe Exotic from Tiger King in this 1970s FUTURA COUTURE leopard print sleeveless leopard print jersey maxi dress!
Exotic 1970's Bob Cunningham Blue & Gold Lamé Brocade Dress
Located in Atlanta, GA
This blue and gold lamé dress by Bob Cunningham for Nellica Beitner has a combination of an exotic air and a casual vibe making it a great piece for an at home soirée or an evening o...
Exotic Moroccan Violet Velvet Embroidered Evening Caftan c 1960s
Located in University City, MO
Exotic violet velvet gold embroidered evening caftan c 1960s The Moroccan style bohemian caftan is designed with regal purple velvet Embellished with ornate gold metallic embroider...
NWT Fausto Puglisi Exotic Grecian High Low Silk Dress Gown
By FAUSTO PUGLISI
Located in Los Angeles, CA
One of the most popular creations by Fausto Puglisi as seen on the runway. Features striking starburst and cross print. The gown has a light airy look with a full and long train....
1960 Exotic Gold Lame Floral Print Maxi Dress W/ High Side Slit
Located in Gresham, OR
A gorgeous 1960s gold lame and floral print maxi dress: High side slit, balloon sleeves, wide scoop neckline. Fully lined. burgundy, purple, blue, pink and brown color pallet with pu...
Gucci Runway Exotic Colorful Origami Gown
By Gucci
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fabulous, imaginative, and over-the-top Runway Gucci gown from the 2008 runway collection. This collection boasts dramatic dresses and gowns accompanied with oversize horsebit belts,...
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Size: Unmarked (Best Fits U.S. 2-4)
Eloise Curtis Exotic Mod Paisley Tunic Dress and Pant Suit, 1960s
By Eloise Curtis for Happenstance
Located in Atlanta, GA
The colorful paisley print and metallic gold brocade trim on this two piece 1960's Eloise Curtis for Happenstance pant and tunic ensemble conjures up images of exotic worlds and lavi...
Exotic Cotton Velvet Maxi Vest for Saks Fifth Avenue c 1980s
By Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in University City, MO
Exotic cotton velvet animal print maxi vest c 1980s The dramatic long sweeping vest is illustrated with bold animal print graphics throughout One side of the chest is designed...
Sportsmax Defile Exotic Iridescent Green Feather Dress Made in Italy US Size 8
Located in University City, MO
Sportmax Defile Exotic iridescent green feather dress Made in Italy US Size 8 The avant-garde cocktail dress is entirely made from feathers from the bodice to the hem on all sides. ...
Exotic Metalllic Brocade Caftan Gown c 1970s
Located in University City, MO
Exotic metallic brocade caftan gown c 1970s The luxurious caftan is designed with brilliant gold metallic combined with deep red accent colors The front of the elegant cafta...
Exotic Vintage Colorful Geometric Patchwork Caftan Lounging Robe
Located in Atlanta, GA
Take lounging to a whole new level with this vintage exotic caftan robe. The body of the caftan is a black cotton blend which zips up the front and features modified bell sleeves an...
Exotic Bohemian Cotton Print Festival Caftan Gown circa 1970s
Located in University City, MO
Exotic bohemian cotton print festival caftan gown c 1970s The ethnic caftan gown is a collage of intricate floral color block designs in contrasting burgundy, beige and black The...
Exotic 1970s Silver Metallic Caftan Gown for Saks Fifth Avenue
By Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in University City, MO
Exotic 1970s silver metallic lame caftan gown The luminous silver metallic caftan is designed with paisley graphics set against a white background Running down the center is a co...
Black and Pink Silk Chiffon Deco Style Kaftan With Exotic Beaded Centerpiece
By Torso Creations
Located in Gresham, OR
A stunning color-blocked black and pink silk chiffon bias cut design Kaftan features a deep v-neckline with velvet trim . Voluminous pink and black semi-sheer silk chiffon bias cut p...
Vintage Donna Karan Metallic Organza Exotic Evening Skirt Wrap
By Donna Karan
Located in Portland, OR
This is an exquisite 1990's long vintage skirt from Donna Karan that is so hard to describe with words! This incredible luxe evening skirt is made of organza and lame. The skirt has ...
New ETRO EXOTIC & LUXURIOUS BUTTERFLY KAFTAN GOWN DRESS
By Etro
Located in Montgomery, TX
NEW ETRO BUTTERFLY PRINT KIMONO KAFTAN GOWN ITALIAN SIZE 40 (ONE SIZE FITS MOST) COLORS – BLACK, YELLOW, BLUE, AQUA, PURPLE, GREEN COMPOSITION – 96 % VISCOSA, 4% ELASTANE BLUE ...
1970s Rare Pauline Trigere Vintage Dress Red Silk Exotic Fringe Signed
By Pauline Trigère
Located in Portland, OR
This is a fabulous 1970's silk vintage dress from Pauline Trigere. This rareincredible red dress has a beautiful white design that includes Pauline Trigere's signature in the pattern...
1950s Eleanor Green / Mary Norton Silk Crepe Pink Short Sleeve Vintage 50s Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic and flattering late 1950s ELEANOR GREEN for MARY NORTON pink silk crepe short sleeve dress! Features the perfect shade pink with a tailored bodice with intricate draping at the ...
Valentino Shoe D'Orsay Satin Pumps Bold Bow 39 / 9 w/Box
By Valentino
Located in Miami, FL
Guaranteed authentic Valentino black satin D'Orsay pump. Peeptoe with signature bold bow. Hidden .25" platform. High stiletto heel. Comes with box. final sale Mightychic offers ...
S/S 2000 Dolce & Gabbana Pink Paisley Sheer Button Rhinestone Cuff Shirt
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Dolce & Gabbana button-down shirt from the Spring/Summer 2000 collection is cut in a relaxed silhouette in sheer silk with an allover paisley print in pink, mauve, and mint....
$1,036Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 10
1990s Bob Mackie Size 10 Black Crepe Sexy 90s Vintage High Slit Evening Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy, yet sophisticated 1990s BOB MACKIE black crepe bodycon evening dress! Features an elegant sweetheart neckline, with satin trim. Figure flattering silhouette that hugs the body ...
The NWT Alexander McQueen 2007 Velvet Beaded Flame Gown Entrance Maker!
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Highly coveted and now part of permanent museum collections is Alexander McQueen's 2007 sumptuous velvet flame gown. This is the final one in my inventory offered brand new and unwo...
1970s Pauline Trigere Fuchsia Silk Faille Evening Gown with Balloon Sleeves
By Pauline Trigère
Located in Gresham, OR
A gorgeous 1970s Pauline Trigere fuchsia fine silk faille evening gown with deep "V" neckline, a Renaissance styled pointed waistline, full pleated skirt and large ballooned 3/4 leng...
NWT Stunning Stella McCartney Saskia Dress Gown Seen on Emmys
By Chloé, Stella McCartney
Located in Los Angeles, CA
One of the best pieces I've seen from Stella McCartney. Seen at the Emmy's and was a drop-dead knockout! Elegance and high fashion at its best! This colorblock standout gown featur...
Emilio Pucci Chain Embellished Cutout Open Back Black Evening Dress Gown
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Emilio Pucci Chain Embellished Cutout Open Back Black Evening Dress Gown Black Emilio Pucci long sleeve cutout evening dress with open back featuring gold-tone chain-link accents an...
Judith Leiber Clear and Green Rhinestone Clutch
By Judith Leiber
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Judith Leiber clutch Clear and green rhinestones in a stripe pattern Silver snap closure Silver chain strap that can be stored inside Soft silver leather lining Comes with silver...
John Galliano for Christian Dior Ruched Corset Bustier Dress
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous soft gold fine silk knit dress from Christian Dior. It has an inner boned corset with underwire bust cups, and detachable spaghetti straps enabling the dress to also be wo...
Christian Dior dress Haute Couture 1969
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - (Made in France) Teal veil evening dress with golden lamé buta decoration, wide flounces with a tulle lining on the bottom. Golden lamé slipdress. No size indicated, it fits a...
Giorgio Armani 1990s 90s Vintage Khaki / Light Green Herringbone Blazer Jacket
By Giorgio Armani
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautifully tailored vintage Giorgio Armani blazer! This fitted blazer is a khaki/ on the verge of light green, with herringbone print throughout. Two pockets at each side of the wai...
1960's Nina Ricci Black Couture Dress with Mink Trim
By Nina Ricci
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Elegant couture made late 1960's black silk cocktail dress with fitted corset bustier and dark brown mink fur trimmed bodice. The full skirt adds a touch of volume to the dress. Hand...
1996Jean Paul Gaultier Velvet Gown with Large Fabric Beads
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Austin, TX
1996 Jean Paul Gaultier maroon velvet evening gown with long straps and extra large fabric covered beads - 6 1/2" L x 1 1/4" W. 29" bust, 32" waist, 32.5" hips, 59" length. Co...
Thierry Mugler FW 1995 Gold Silk Runway Jacket seen on Kate Moss
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Extremely rare iconic Thierry Mugler Jacket from his legendary Fall/Winter 1995 Collection. The sculptural showstopper piece exudes theatrical grandeur and sculptural artistry. Seen...
1920s Yellow Floral Print Day Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1920s Silk Dress in orange, purple black eye susan sun flower print. Some flaws inside lining ( collar) see image attached Bust: 36 inches/ Waist: 32 inches/ Hip : 36 inches/ Dress l...
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.