Rare Richard Quinn Runway Finale Fabulous Floral Ballgown NWT
By Alexander McQueen, Richard Quinn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
floral fabric enhances the look. Gown is a very substantial and weighty. Size: 10; bust: 32”; waist
Rare Richard Quinn Runway Finale Fabulous Floral Ballgown NWT
By Alexander McQueen, Richard Quinn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
floral fabric enhances the look. Gown is a very substantial and weighty. Size: 10; bust: 32”; waist
1950s Magenta Jacquard Print Floral Evening Dress
Located in London, GB
A superb and magnificent magenta coloured floral print satin evening dress from the mid-1950s
Valentino Pierpaolo Piccioli Spring 2022 Look 88 long floral dress
By Pierpaolo Piccioli, Valentino
Located in CANNES, FR
organza dress with floral print, trimmed with red satin. Italian size 44. This model is a re-edition of a
New Oscar de la Renta Pink Floral Ball Gown
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Toronto, ON
floral gown in romantic floral pattern.
1950's Organza Ball Gown with Floral Detailing
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage anonymous ball gown dates to the 1950's and is made of multiple layers of cream silk
Dolce & Gabbana New w Tags Pink Black & Yellow Silk Floral Print LS Gown SZ 42
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Chicago, IL
Size: 42 (IT) Color: Floral Print,Multicolor, Made In: Italy Fabric Content: Exterior: Silk
Valentino Spring/Summer 2021 Floral Open-Knit Cotton Midi Dress in Caramel
By Valentino
Located in Brooklyn, NY
crochet midi dress celebrates craftsmanship and femininity by way of rich texture and 3D floral details
Unavailable
Size: Fits a 34FR
Lanvin Haute Couture fabulous red chiffon long dress with floral print, 1970’s
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Paris, FR
LANVIN HAUTE COUTURE (Made in France) – Fabulous red chiffon long dress with floral print in green
Galanos 1950s Luxurious Silk Floral Ball Gown
By James Galanos, Galanos
Located in Gresham, OR
This beautiful James Galanos ball gown is alive with a gorgeous red rose print on a black silk
Don Loper Gold Floral Print Ball Gown, Circa 1950
By Don Loper
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is an incredible gold floral ball gown by Don Loper, from 1950. The gown is strapless with a
1980's Peter Keppler Pink & Purple Floral Print Ball Gown
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Eye-catching and vibrant 1980's gown by German designer Peter Keppler. Long sleeve, hot pink floral
Scaasi Bold Floral Brocade Strapless Gown
By Arnold Scaasi
Located in Gresham, OR
This is a great Arnold Scaasi gown that is a classic 50s style strapless fitted bodice with draped
Valentino Patchwork Floral Cotton Muslin Ruffle Gown
By Valentino
Located in San Francisco, CA
VALENTINO Fall Winter 2015 gown comes in cotton muslin and features multi color patchwork floral
Marchesa Notte Cut-Out Detail Ombre Floral Plisse-Chiffon Gown
By Marchesa Notte
Located in London, GB
Brand New - Marchesa Notte Cut-Out Detail Ombre Floral Plisse-Chiffon Gown Navy blue chiffon
PETER SORONEN Size 6 Black Floral Jacquard Lurex Corset Gown
Located in San Francisco, CA
PETER SORONEN gown comes in a sparkling floral jacquard lurex material with a boned bustier bodice
ELIE SAAB red bead sequins embellished bust floral lace applique gown XS
By Elie Saab
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ELIE SAAB red bead sequins embellished bust floral lace applique gown XS Reference: LNKO/A01685
PRADA 2019 blue black draped lace floral bouquet applique gown dress IT42 M
By Prada, Miuccia Prada
Located in Hong Kong, NT
PRADA 2019 light blue black draped lace floral bouquet applique gown dress IT42 M Reference: JACG
PRABAL GURUNG SS10 Size S White Black Silk Floral V-Neck Mermaid Evening Gown
By Prabal Gurung
Located in San Francisco, CA
PRABAL GURUNG SS10 evening gown in a white and black silk featuring an abstract watercolor floral
OSCAR DE LA RENTA Size 6 Black & White Silk Sequin Bodice Pin Floral Skirt Gown
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in San Francisco, CA
OSCAR DE LA RENTA evening gown features a black sequin sweetheart bustier bodice with a drop waist
Ralph Lauren Purple Label Gold Beaded Tulle Strapless Gown Finale Look, F/W 2006
By Ralph Lauren Purple Label
Located in Kingston, NY
detail Silhouette: Ball gown / A-line Dress Length: Floor-length Made in: Italy Occasion: Bridal
1950's Parisian Floral Ball Gown
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Gorgeous anonymous 1950's strapless brocade floral gown purchased in Paris comes in a stunning
1977 Arnold Scaasi Rhinestone Trimmed 3D Floral Motif Ball Gown in Black Tulle
By Arnold Scaasi, Arnold Scaasi Couture
Located in Gresham, OR
1977 Arnold Scaasi 3D rhinestone trimmed tulle floral motif ball gown in black. Softly structured
1980s LEONARD Paris Metallic Floral Broacade Gown with Puff Sleeve
By Leonard
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Beautiful 1980s Vintage Leonard Paris floral metallic silk brocade gown with dramatic sleeve
1980s Red and Black Floral Velvet Flocked Taffeta Gown w Pouf Peplum
By Neiman Marcus
Located in Gresham, OR
1980s Crimson, gold and black floral velvet flocked taffeta gown w/ pouf peplum and large wired and
Oscar de la Renta Corset Bordeaux Tulle Leather 3D Floral Embellished Gown
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Oscar de la Renta Corset Gown US Size 8 (run small, better fit size 4) Bordeaux Color Tulle
1980s Valentino Floral Silk Dress with Taffeta Skirt
By Valentino
Located in London, GB
1980s Valentino silk floral taffeta dress which very closely resembles a documented design from the
SHANGHAI TANG black beige floral lace overlay Qipao collar midi dress S
By Shanghai Tang
Located in Hong Kong, NT
SHANGHAI TANG black beige floral lace overlay Qipao collar midi dress S Reference: CELG/A00377
1950's Elizabeth Arden Chiné Silk Floral Ball Gown
By Elizabeth Arden
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Lovely ball gown from Elizabeth Arden is made from lightweight chiné silk taffeta woven with a
Naeem Khan Black and Bordeaux Bold Floral Print Strapless Ball Gown
By Naeem Khan
Located in San Francisco, CA
Beautiful Naeem Khan black and bordeaux bold floral print strapless ball gown is in a luxurious
Oscar de la Renta Red Sequin Floral Embellished Cutout Detail Ball Gown S
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
ball gown also boasts of cap sleeves and a zip closure at the back. Opt for smokey eyes, side swept
Notte Peach Floral Embroidered Sequin Embellished Detail Strapless Evening Gown
By Marchesa
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
If perfection could be tailored, it would probably look as beautiful as this gown from Marchesa
Nina Ricci 1995 strapless ball gown with pockets size 4.
By Nina Ricci
Located in Atlanta, GA
Nina Ricci 1995 floral strapless ball gown with pockets size 38 but fits like a size 4 ( Please see
Vintage Leonard Black Taffeta with Floral Top Gown
By Leonard
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Leonard Gown Vintage Black Taffeta Floral Print Sleeveless Made in France Shoulder pads Deep
Oscar de la Renta Black Evening Gown with Floral Embroidery
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Oscar de la Renta exquisite black ball gown with floral embellishments. Interior has multiple
1959 Sarmi Couture Metallic Fuchsia Floral Motif Brocade Strapless Evening Gown
By Ferdinando Sarmi
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Sarmi gown to her husband's second Inaugural Ball in 1957. He was best known for opulent evening looks
1960s George Halley New York Ivory and Blue Floral Silk Dress
By George Halley
Located in Houston, TX
stems. Floral embroidered applique on cuffs of sleeves adorned with green embellishment. Mock neck
Vintage Gianni Versace Black Red Floral Embroidered Asymmetrical Dress SZ 40
By Gianni Versace
Located in Chicago, IL
. Draped low back. Floral embroidery throughout. High front slit. Hidden side zip closure. Lined
Oscar de la Renta Red Sequin Floral Embellished Cutout Detail Ball Gown L
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
ball gown also boasts cap sleeves and zip closure at the back. Opt for smokey eyes, side-swept hair
Moschino Vintage Evening Dress with Floral Applique Ball Skirt Size 48 NWT
By Moschino
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Moschino Vintage Evening Dress with Floral Applique Ball Skirt in a hard to find Size 48 Bust 42
Vintage Valentino Silk S/S 2005 Look 61 Orange Bustier Gown
By Valentino
Located in London, GB
Vintage Valentino Spring/Summer 2005 orange gown. Crafted in lustrous orange silk satin fabric, skimming the body with effortless movement. The warm, burnished copper tone is contr...
John Galliano Vintage 1999 Women's Evening Gown in Excellent Condition FR38
By John Galliano
Located in Berlin, DE
A striking and highly collectible runway piece from John Galliano’s celebrated Fall/Winter 1999 collection—an era that defined his legacy of sensual, body-conscious design. Cut on t...
Iconic Therry Mugler Gown Hiver Shiva Surrealiste Black Sheer Silk
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Holy Grail. From Thierry Mugler’s Hiver Shiva Surrealiste Collection, this iconic dress is truly wearable art. Featured on the legendary Runway Show FW 1991 - a season defined by tra...
Valentino- Chartreuse Silk Satin Evening Gown with Crystal Cap Sleeves 2007
By Valentino
Located in London, GB
A floor-length evening gown from Valentino's Autumn/Winter 2007 ready-to-wear collection. Cut in silk satin in a chartreuse green, with a deep V-neckline, centre-front ruching, and a...
Christian Dior By John Galliano S/S 1998 In A Boudoir Mood White Pearl Gown
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Jersey City, NJ
A true collector’s piece from John Galliano’s most theatrical and romantic era at Dior. This gown comes from the iconic Spring/Summer 1998 collection, “In a Boudoir Mood,” where ling...
Thierry Mugler Rare Black w/ Coral Inserts Petal Dress Rare Collectible
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare circa 1989-90 Thierry Mugler petal dress. During this period the designer created a few different versions of this style of which this is one. Fashioned of heavy black cotton w...
Chanel Silk Charmeuse Ribbon Trim Cocktail Dress Circa 1990s
By Chanel
Located in University City, MO
Chanel Silk charmeuse ribbon trim cocktail dress c 1990s Size 34 The elegant Chanel black silk evening dress is designed with slit detail on both shoulders accented with black ribb...
Issey Miyake Open Sleeve Draped Top
By Issey Miyake
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous blue top, shirt from Issey Miyake. It overlapping at the front exposing the waist and buttons at the shoulder. The back is fuller and longer and the sleeves are open fro...
GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Ruby Red Wool Button Front Dress
By Givenchy, Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Ruby Red Wool Knit Fitted Button Front Dress Circa: 1998 Label(s): Givenchy / Couture / Made In France / Paris / 8HG 8520152830 Desig...
$27,672
Size: FR38 - UK10 - US6
Christian Dior by John Galliano Floral Silk Embellished Evening Dress, FW 2001
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
▪ Brand: Christian Dior ▪ Creative Director: John Galliano ▪ Collection: Fall-Winter 2001 ▪ Fabric: Silk, Tulle ▪ Size: FR38 - UK10 - US6 ▪ Made in: France ▪ Condition: Very Good ▪ ...
NWT's THE DANES Vintage Black Silk Extra Long Evening Gown Maxi Dress
Located in Leonardo, NJ
The Danes Vintage Black 100% silk Extra long Pullover Sheer mesh back Size USA 8 NWT's, Pristine Measurements in inches laying flat: length 66, pit to pit 16 to 18, smallest of waist...
PAMELA DENNIS COUTURE 1998 Vintage Silk Gold Evening Gown Maxi Dress w. Train
By PAMELA DENNIS COUTURE
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Pamela Dennis Couture 1998 Vintage As seen in American Vogue Yellow Gold tapestry print 100% thick silk Removable long oversized dramatic train Back zip Size USA 6 Excellent Conditio...
Pierre Balmain Couture Ballgown 1955 Iconic Gown Dress
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Berlin, BE
'La Robe Broderie À Ramages' PIERRE BALMAIN PARIS Made In France, ca.1955 Majestic evening gown in silk and cream satin with the most astonishing embroiderery by PIERRE BALMAIN Haut...
Vintage 1970s Christian Dior Knitted Bolero Shrug Bed Jacket UK 8-10 US 4-6
By Christian Dior
Located in Nashville, TN
A romance in the softest shade of baby pink, this original 1970's knitted acrylic bed jacket by Christian Dior, is the perfect piece to keep the chill away. The rounded neckline is...
Alexander McQueen 1990s Vintage Fucsia Viscose Adjustable Flared Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Capri, IT
Alexander McQueen Fucsia viscose dress McQueen adjustable flared dress totally made in italy size 40 composition: viscose
Loris Azzaro Haute Couture Two Piece Ensemble
By Loris Azzaro
Located in Geneva, CH
Outstanding 70's Azzaro two pieces ensemble, consisting of a red and silver crochet top and a black poly/rayon jersey long skirt. The crop top, with its sexy rectangular "décolleté" ...
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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