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Fabulous Evening Gowns

Fabulous Vintage Galanos Polka Dot Silk Pleated Belted Dress, 1980s
Fabulous Vintage Galanos Polka Dot Silk Pleated Belted Dress, 1980s

Fabulous Vintage Galanos Polka Dot Silk Pleated Belted Dress, 1980s

By James Galanos, Galanos

Located in Boca Raton, FL

silhouette that has all the hallmarks of a fabulous 80’s dress. A playful addition to the discerning fashion

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1980s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Rare Richard Quinn Runway Finale Fabulous Floral Ballgown   NWT
Rare Richard Quinn Runway Finale Fabulous Floral Ballgown   NWT

Rare Richard Quinn Runway Finale Fabulous Floral Ballgown NWT

By Alexander McQueen, Richard Quinn

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Richard Quinn's runway f/w 2019 "finale" gown makes an impressive fashion statement. Strapless

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2010s Ball Gowns

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1970's NINA RICCI PARIS Haute pink silk evening gown
1970's NINA RICCI PARIS Haute pink silk evening gown

1970's NINA RICCI PARIS Haute pink silk evening gown

By Gerard Pipart

Located in Newport Beach, CA

Excellent condition, 1970's, NINA RICCI PARIS, Haute pink silk evening gown. This fabulous

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1970s French Evening Gowns

1990s Fabulous Iridescent and Ombré Sequin Halter Gown
1990s Fabulous Iridescent and Ombré Sequin Halter Gown

1990s Fabulous Iridescent and Ombré Sequin Halter Gown

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1990s Fabulous Iridescent and Ombré Sequin Halter Gown

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This 1990s evening gown is stunning on more than one level: it features gorgeous red and orange

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1990s Evening Gowns

Fabulous Forties Black Crepe Gown with Gold Braided Belt
Fabulous Forties Black Crepe Gown with Gold Braided Belt

Fabulous Forties Black Crepe Gown with Gold Braided Belt

Located in Oradell, NJ

This is a fabulously sleek and sensual 1940's black crepe floor length gown with an attached gold

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1940s Unknown Evening Gowns

Gianni Versace for Callaghan Lucite Strap Evening Gown
Gianni Versace for Callaghan Lucite Strap Evening Gown

Gianni Versace for Callaghan Lucite Strap Evening Gown

By CALLAGHAN, Gianni Versace

Located in Yucca Valley, CA

Just reduced from $895 to $495 Fabulous late 1970s evening gown by Gianni Versace for Callaghan

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1980s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Christian Lacroix 1990s Black Evening Gown with Gold Baubles
Christian Lacroix 1990s Black Evening Gown with Gold Baubles

Christian Lacroix 1990s Black Evening Gown with Gold Baubles

By Christian Lacroix

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A fabulous black rayon evening gown from Christian Lacroix. With the designer's iconic splash of

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1990s Evening Gowns

Fabulous Forties Fishtail Black Crepe Sequined Dress with Peplum
Fabulous Forties Fishtail Black Crepe Sequined Dress with Peplum

Fabulous Forties Fishtail Black Crepe Sequined Dress with Peplum

Located in Oradell, NJ

This is a fabulous forties black crepe sequined dress with a peplum, gathered onto the bodice

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1940s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1980s Scaasi Metallic Zebra Fishtail Gown with Fringe Wrap
1980s Scaasi Metallic Zebra Fishtail Gown with Fringe Wrap

1980s Scaasi Metallic Zebra Fishtail Gown with Fringe Wrap

By Arnold Scaasi

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A fabulous, sexy evening gown from Arnold Scaasi. Done in a bold, metallic zebra print, the

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1980s American Evening Gowns

Pierre Balmain 1970’s Maxi Dress W/ Matching Scarf/Shawl Fabulous
Pierre Balmain 1970’s Maxi Dress W/ Matching Scarf/Shawl Fabulous

Pierre Balmain 1970’s Maxi Dress W/ Matching Scarf/Shawl Fabulous

By Pierre Balmain

Located in Boca Raton, FL

This long brown, creme and white striped dress by Pierre Balmain features thick spaghetti straps, fringe around the bust line, decorative buttons and a matching fringed scarf/shawl. ...

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1970s French Evening Dresses

Fabulous Embroidered Cocktail Dress with Rainbow Ostrich Feather Trim
Fabulous Embroidered Cocktail Dress with Rainbow Ostrich Feather Trim

Fabulous Embroidered Cocktail Dress with Rainbow Ostrich Feather Trim

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A vibrant, beautifully embroidered cocktail dress featuring a sheer bodice and sleeves. The hem of the dress is trimmed in full, colorful ostrich feathers. Zips and buttons in the ba...

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20th Century Cocktail Dresses

1950s Norell Mermaid Gown
1950s Norell Mermaid Gown

1950s Norell Mermaid Gown

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1950s Norell Mermaid Gown

By Norman Norell

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This is it !!! Can you beat it ? Most fabulous and classic Norell evening gown in the all over

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1950s American Maxi Dress

Chanel Vintage 1930's Ad Print - Seated Woman in Gown
Chanel Vintage 1930's Ad Print - Seated Woman in Gown

Chanel Vintage 1930's Ad Print - Seated Woman in Gown

By Chanel

Located in Boca Raton, FL

and features a beautiful seated woman in a fabulous evening gown. The woman is seated near a vanity

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1930s French Decorative Objects

Oscar de la Renta Green, Purple, Pink Gown w/ Beaded Bodice
Oscar de la Renta Green, Purple, Pink Gown w/ Beaded Bodice

Oscar de la Renta Green, Purple, Pink Gown w/ Beaded Bodice

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a fabulous evening gown made by Oscar de la Renta, from Amen Wardy, 1980's. It is made from

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1980s American Evening Gowns

Fabulous Vintage Silk Gina Fratini Gown
Fabulous Vintage Silk Gina Fratini Gown

Fabulous Vintage Silk Gina Fratini Gown

By Gina Fratini

Located in London, GB

A stunning superb silk print mix vintage gown by Gina Fratini. In a wonderful clash of colour and

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1960s British Evening Dresses and Gowns

Fabulous Light Pink Wool Sequin Stretch Gown Size 10
Fabulous Light Pink Wool Sequin Stretch Gown Size 10

Fabulous Light Pink Wool Sequin Stretch Gown Size 10

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a Ms. Ruth design. This fabulous dress is composed of phenomenal stretch wool adorned with

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1960s Hong Kong Evening Gowns

Geoffrey Beene Black and Black and White Floral Print Wool Evening Gown
Geoffrey Beene Black and Black and White Floral Print Wool Evening Gown

Geoffrey Beene Black and Black and White Floral Print Wool Evening Gown

By Geoffrey Beene

Located in New Hope, PA

This fabulous Geoffrey Beene evening gown is made from a black and white wool floral print with

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1970s American Evening Dresses

Fabulous Vintage Halston One Shoulder Wrap Dress
Fabulous Vintage Halston One Shoulder Wrap Dress

Fabulous Vintage Halston One Shoulder Wrap Dress

By Halston

Located in Water Mill, NY

Utter elegance in this one shoulder red silk wrap dress from Halston. The dress is secured at one shoulder and ties. Then it asymmetrically wraps around the body falling longer in t...

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1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Fabulous 1960s Cream and Peach Beaded Cocktail Dress
Fabulous 1960s Cream and Peach Beaded Cocktail Dress

Fabulous 1960s Cream and Peach Beaded Cocktail Dress

Located in London, GB

beautiful is the perfect choice for a summer evening party or alternative bridal wear. Would fit up to US

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1960s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1960's Bergdorf Goodman Fabulous Printed Chiffon Column
1960's Bergdorf Goodman Fabulous Printed Chiffon Column

1960's Bergdorf Goodman Fabulous Printed Chiffon Column

By Bergdorf Goodman

Located in Gresham, OR

A fantastic 1960's Bergdorf Goodman column dress with chiffon overlay. Both layers are printed in a fantastic "Beardsley Meets Mod" design in black and white with splashes of color....

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1960s American Evening Dresses

Fabulous Erdem 2011/12 Jacquard Embroidered Runway Dress
Fabulous Erdem 2011/12 Jacquard Embroidered Runway Dress

Fabulous Erdem 2011/12 Jacquard Embroidered Runway Dress

By Erdem

Located in Port Hope, ON

The material was specially designed by Erdem, and this fushia-pink dress with touches of green, blue, brown and black, has a V-neck and long sleeves with multicoloured velvet and emb...

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21st Century and Contemporary British Evening Dresses and Gowns

Fabulous Bessi Mod Print Silk Jersey 60s Maxi
Fabulous Bessi Mod Print Silk Jersey 60s Maxi

Fabulous Bessi Mod Print Silk Jersey 60s Maxi

By Bessi

Located in Gresham, OR

A fantastic Bessi silk jersey mod printed maxi with a gorgeous pattern! Size 6. Back zipper.

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1960s Italian Evening Gowns

Fabulous Dolce & Gabbana Size 40 Silk Bustier Cocktail Dress
Fabulous Dolce & Gabbana Size 40 Silk Bustier Cocktail Dress

Fabulous Dolce & Gabbana Size 40 Silk Bustier Cocktail Dress

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a fabulous Dolce & Gabbana Dress. The dress features a classic Dolce and Gabbana silhouette

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Dresses

Marc Bouwer Dramatic Red Black Beading Fabulous Neckline 10
Marc Bouwer Dramatic Red Black Beading Fabulous Neckline 10

Marc Bouwer Dramatic Red Black Beading Fabulous Neckline 10

By Marc Bouwer

Located in Miami, FL

Guaranteed authentic MARC BOUWER dress that is drop dead fabulous! Deep, rich jewel toned Red

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2010s American Evening Gowns

Fabulous 1960's Kiki Hart Black & Gold Taffeta Dress
Fabulous 1960's Kiki Hart Black & Gold Taffeta Dress

Fabulous 1960's Kiki Hart Black & Gold Taffeta Dress

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Fabulous 1960's Kiki Hart Black & Gold Taffeta Dress

By Kiki Hart New York, Kiki Hart

Located in Atlanta, GA

This Kiki Hart design from the 1960's is a stunner! The modified empire waist style with sleeves that puddle at the cuff and pleating at the hemline create a silhouette that is remi...

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1960s American Evening Dresses

1960s Fabulous Crystal Encrusted Gold Net Top
1960s Fabulous Crystal Encrusted Gold Net Top

1960s Fabulous Crystal Encrusted Gold Net Top

Located in New York, NY

This top looks to have been made from the top half of a late 1960s evening gown. The piece is very

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1960s Cocktail Dresses

AZZEDINE ALAIA black dress subtle green metallic 42 NEW Fabulous

AZZEDINE ALAIA black dress subtle green metallic 42 NEW Fabulous

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in Miami, FL

sleeveless. Black with metallic green creates fabulous texture and is detailed as only ALAIA can do. Divine

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21st Century and Contemporary French Cocktail Dresses

Jean Paul Gaultier Fabulous Elegant Long Black Dress
Jean Paul Gaultier Fabulous Elegant Long Black Dress

Jean Paul Gaultier Fabulous Elegant Long Black Dress

By Jean Paul Gaultier Soleil, Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in Milano, IT

. The dress is a gallant evening gown, given its imposing elegance. The dress is entirely made of black

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1980s French Shift Cocktail Dresses

Blumarine cocktail dress sizzling red  42 / 8 NWT fabulous shaping also in 46

Blumarine cocktail dress sizzling red 42 / 8 NWT fabulous shaping also in 46

By Blumarine

Located in Miami, FL

**Buyer MUST contact me directly prior to purchase for shipping and payment requirement details. No exceptions. whatsapp or text 305.588.5788 USA country code 1 mad4couture@gmail....

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

Fabulous Valentino Plunge Gown With Cutout Waist
Fabulous Valentino Plunge Gown With Cutout Waist

Fabulous Valentino Plunge Gown With Cutout Waist

By Valentino

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous red silk gown from Valentino. It has a plunging halter neckline twisting at the center

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Valentino Artist Inspired Head Turning Fabulous Dress Gown NWT
Valentino Artist Inspired Head Turning Fabulous Dress Gown NWT

Valentino Artist Inspired Head Turning Fabulous Dress Gown NWT

By Valentino

Located in Los Angeles, CA

tailoring and craft skills. As seen on the runway(see photo) A head-turning fabulous fashion and an

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2010s Evening Gowns

Naeem Khan Evening Gown Silk Sequins Full Length Formal Dress US 6
Naeem Khan Evening Gown Silk Sequins Full Length Formal Dress US 6

Naeem Khan Evening Gown Silk Sequins Full Length Formal Dress US 6

By Naeem Khan

Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL

This fabulous form fitting evening gown was made by Naeem Khan and sold by luxury boutique Barbara

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Early 2000s Indian Evening Gowns

Fabulous Stephen Burrows Silk Gown. 1970's. Georgio of Beverly Hills.
Fabulous Stephen Burrows Silk Gown. 1970's. Georgio of Beverly Hills.

Fabulous Stephen Burrows Silk Gown. 1970's. Georgio of Beverly Hills.

By Stephen Burrows

Located in University City, MO

1970's silk gown by Stephen Burrows, three time Coty award winner and the first African American

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1970s American Empire Waist Dresses

Fabulous Ferrara 1970s Metal Mesh Midi & Maxi Dress
Fabulous Ferrara 1970s Metal Mesh Midi & Maxi Dress

Fabulous Ferrara 1970s Metal Mesh Midi & Maxi Dress

Located in Water Mill, NY

women world wide. This is a fabulous dress consisting of 2 pieces of metal mesh (or chainmail). The

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1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Fabulous 1970s Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche 5 piece outfit
Fabulous 1970s Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche 5 piece outfit

Fabulous 1970s Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche 5 piece outfit

By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche

Located in Austin, TX

Fabulous Yves Saint Laurent plaid 5 piece set. Cotton/ rayon floor length plaid skirt with pockets

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1970s French Evening Gowns

Fabulous Early Michael Kors Maxi Cardigan & Dress
Fabulous Early Michael Kors Maxi Cardigan & Dress

Fabulous Early Michael Kors Maxi Cardigan & Dress

By Michael Kors

Located in Water Mill, NY

A really fabulous set from Michael Kors in a heathered grey light weight wool knit. It consists of

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1990s American Day Dresses

Fabulous 90s Catherine Regehr Silk Dress M
Fabulous 90s Catherine Regehr Silk Dress M

Fabulous 90s Catherine Regehr Silk Dress M

Located in Port Hope, ON

Stunning silk fit and flare dress in a deep purple by famous Vancouver and New York based designer Catherine Regehr. The dress has a notched collar which can be worn up and down; a w...

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1990s Canadian Cocktail Dresses

Fabulous Vintage Norma Kamali Draped Top & Skirt
Fabulous Vintage Norma Kamali Draped Top & Skirt

Fabulous Vintage Norma Kamali Draped Top & Skirt

By Norma Kamali

Located in Water Mill, NY

A great set in red silk jersey skirt and top from Norma Kamali. Both pieces are ruched at the sides with the fabric draping across the front and back creating folds. The top is sle...

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1980s American Day Dresses

MARC JACOBS Size 4 Black & White Checkered/Striped Sequin Mod Gown SS2013
MARC JACOBS Size 4 Black & White Checkered/Striped Sequin Mod Gown SS2013

MARC JACOBS Size 4 Black & White Checkered/Striped Sequin Mod Gown SS2013

By Marc Jacobs

Located in San Francisco, CA

Fabulous 1960's Mod inspired evening gown by MARC JACOBS. Look 23 from Spring/Summer 2013

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21st Century and Contemporary American Evening Gowns

Fabulous Vintage C.D. Greene Purple Paillettes Sequin New Years Dress
Fabulous Vintage C.D. Greene Purple Paillettes Sequin New Years Dress

Fabulous Vintage C.D. Greene Purple Paillettes Sequin New Years Dress

By CD GREENE

Located in San Diego, CA

Incredible vintage C.D. Greene purple Paillettes dress! Sexy halter style, encrusted with large sequin purple discs throughout. Perfect for New Years!!! Brand new with original tags ...

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1990s American Cocktail Dresses

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Beautiful Vintage White Sheer Pearl + Beads + Sequins Encrusted Shawl Scarf
Beautiful Vintage White Sheer Pearl + Beads + Sequins Encrusted Shawl Scarf

Beautiful Vintage White Sheer Pearl + Beads + Sequins Encrusted Shawl Scarf

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful vintage white sheer oversized piano shawl / scarf! Feature thousands of hand-sewn pearl, beads, rhinestones and sequins. Pearl tassels feature pink iridescent pailliettes o...

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Late 20th Century Scarves

Incredible Vintage Giorgio di Sant Angelo 80s White Fully Beaded Bodycon Dress
Incredible Vintage Giorgio di Sant Angelo 80s White Fully Beaded Bodycon Dress

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...

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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

Emmanuelle Khanh White Silk Blouse Shirt 1980s
Emmanuelle Khanh White Silk Blouse Shirt 1980s

Emmanuelle Khanh White Silk Blouse Shirt 1980s

By Emmanuelle Kahn

Located in Water Mill, NY

A gorgeous white silk organza blouse, shirt, top by Emmanuelle Khanh. It is double breasted with large mother of pearl buttons and a large notched portrait collar. The long, full r...

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1980s French Blouses

B H Wragge 1967 Linen Dress with Cutout Back
B H Wragge 1967 Linen Dress with Cutout Back

B H Wragge 1967 Linen Dress with Cutout Back

$475Sale Price|29% Off

Size: XS, S

B H Wragge 1967 Linen Dress with Cutout Back

Located in Water Mill, NY

A great bight pink mid weight linen dress from B. H. Wragge (specifically the year 1967 as per the label). It is sleeveless with a rolled collar and it flares subtly to the hem. The...

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1960s American Day Dresses

1970s Sexy Black Jersey Flare Leg Bell Bottom 70s Vintage Disco Halter Jumpsuit
1970s Sexy Black Jersey Flare Leg Bell Bottom 70s Vintage Disco Halter Jumpsuit

1970s Sexy Black Jersey Flare Leg Bell Bottom 70s Vintage Disco Halter Jumpsuit

Located in San Diego, CA

Sexy vintage 70s black jersey halter jumpsuit! Features a tailored bodice that buttons up the front. Hidden zipper at waistband. Nice flare legged / bell bottom. Buttons at back cent...

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1970s American Jumpsuits

1940s Vintage Black Velvet Cocktail Dress with Collar + 3/4 Cropped Sleeves
1940s Vintage Black Velvet Cocktail Dress with Collar + 3/4 Cropped Sleeves

1940s Vintage Black Velvet Cocktail Dress with Collar + 3/4 Cropped Sleeves

Located in Sparks, NV

Flattering vintage 1940s cocktail dress in black velvet with a draped collar and 3/4 length sleeves. Unlined with side metal zip closure. Fits like a modern size small. The bust meas...

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1940s American Cocktail Dresses

S/S 2006 Dolce & Gabbana Corset Boned Sheer Black Broderie Anglais Bustier Top
S/S 2006 Dolce & Gabbana Corset Boned Sheer Black Broderie Anglais Bustier Top

S/S 2006 Dolce & Gabbana Corset Boned Sheer Black Broderie Anglais Bustier Top

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in West Hollywood, CA

From Dolce & Gabbana's Spring/Summer 2006 collection, this black bustier top is crafted from sheer broderie anglaise with intricate floral eyelet embroidery. Structured boning provid...

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Early 2000s Italian Blouses and Tops

1990s Bob Mackie Size 10 Black Crepe Sexy 90s Vintage High Slit Evening Gown
1990s Bob Mackie Size 10 Black Crepe Sexy 90s Vintage High Slit Evening Gown

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 ...

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1990s Evening Gowns

Sapphire Silk Halter Ball Gown w Tabletop Pannier Hoop Skirt - XXS, 1950s
Sapphire Silk Halter Ball Gown w Tabletop Pannier Hoop Skirt - XXS, 1950s

Sapphire Silk Halter Ball Gown w Tabletop Pannier Hoop Skirt - XXS, 1950s

Located in Tucson, AZ

Worn by a well-to-do young Parisian at her debutante ball, which included a pre-party on a Seine-docked yacht. The convertible halter neck adds real-world practicality, but the jaw-...

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1950s French Ball Gowns

A Christian Dior Lace Couture Gown Collection Ligne Oblique (?) Circa 1950
A Christian Dior Lace Couture Gown Collection Ligne Oblique (?) Circa 1950

A Christian Dior Lace Couture Gown Collection Ligne Oblique (?) Circa 1950

By Christian Dior

Located in Toulon, FR

Ligne Oblique Collection (?) Circa 1948/1950 Paris France A Collectible Calais black lace cocktail or ceremonial dress by Christian Dior. Black and white transparency effect obtained...

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1950s French Evening Gowns

Christian Dior by John Galliano Purple Satin Evening Dress and Shawl, ss 1998
Christian Dior by John Galliano Purple Satin Evening Dress and Shawl, ss 1998

Christian Dior by John Galliano Purple Satin Evening Dress and Shawl, ss 1998

By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior

Located in London, GB

▪ Christian Dior Evening Dress and Shawl Ensemble ▪ Creative Director: John Galliano ▪ Spring-Summer 1998 ▪ Constructed from a deep purple hammered satin ▪ Scoop neckline design ▪...

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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Azzedine Alaia S/S 1992 Vintage Bustier Open Back Dress
Azzedine Alaia S/S 1992 Vintage Bustier Open Back Dress

Azzedine Alaia S/S 1992 Vintage Bustier Open Back Dress

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in Naples, FL

Azzedine Alaia S/S 1992 Vintage Fitted Plunged Décolleté Open Back Dress All Eyes on Alaïa For the last half-century, the world’s most fashionable and adventuresome women have turn...

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1990s Evening Dresses and Gowns

A French Carven Couture Chiffon Evening Dress numbered 11150 Circa 1960/1970
A French Carven Couture Chiffon Evening Dress numbered 11150 Circa 1960/1970

A French Carven Couture Chiffon Evening Dress numbered 11150 Circa 1960/1970

By Carven

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1960/1970 France Haute Couture evening dress from Carven House Designer in blue silk muslin from the 60s/70s. Bustier with thin straps and large low-cut neckline embroidered wi...

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1960s French Greek Style Dresses

1950s Amazing Vintage Silk Chiffon Full Circle Cocktail Dress
1950s Amazing Vintage Silk Chiffon Full Circle Cocktail Dress

1950s Amazing Vintage Silk Chiffon Full Circle Cocktail Dress

Located in Sparks, NV

Stunning vintage cocktail dress with a full swinging delicate silk chiffon skirt and draped bustline. Gorgeous quality and construction with what seems like miles of silk fabric. ...

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1950s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Beautiful 1940s Vintage Royal Blue Silk Velvet Dress w/ Lace & Rhinestones
Beautiful 1940s Vintage Royal Blue Silk Velvet Dress w/ Lace & Rhinestones

Beautiful 1940s Vintage Royal Blue Silk Velvet Dress w/ Lace & Rhinestones

Located in San Diego, CA

A true beauty! This 1940s silk velvet dress features so much detail! Lace covered pocket at waist, encrusted with rhinestones. Shawl-like collar, with a matching adjustable belt. Bea...

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1940s Cocktail Dresses

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Fabulous Evening Gowns For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our collection of fabulous evening gowns. For fabulous evening gowns, Black is a pretty popular color, but we also have Gray, Red, Brown and more in stock now. Finding the perfect accessories for you may mean sifting through those that were made during different time periods — popular versions of these 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. Fabulous evening gowns such as these have likely been a part of the legacy of many fashion designers, but those produced by Valentino, A.J. Bari and Bill Blass are consistently popular. There aren’t many items for unisex if you’re seeking these accessories, as most of the options available are for men and women.

How Much are Fabulous Evening Gowns?

Prices for fabulous evening gowns can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $225 and can go as high as $9,500, while these items, on average, fetch $923.

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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