Delphos Venezia Pleated Silk Gown
By Fortuny, Mariano Fortuny
Located in Riverdale, NY
Delphos Venezia tea gown of signature peach silk hand pleating with hand applied Venetian glass
Delphos Venezia Pleated Silk Gown
By Fortuny, Mariano Fortuny
Located in Riverdale, NY
Delphos Venezia tea gown of signature peach silk hand pleating with hand applied Venetian glass
Museum 1920s Mariano Fortuny Delphos Amber Gold Pleated Silk Murano Gown
By Mariano Fortuny
Located in Jersey City, NJ
This is an exquisite and rare Mariano Fortuny Delphos gown from the 1920s, a true example of early
1990s Patricia Lester Fortuny Pleated and Beaded Dress
By Charles and Patricia Lester, Patricia Lester
Located in London, GB
finely hand pleated silk which gives the fabric and incredible elasticity and envelopes the wearer. Very
$2,000
Size: Small/Medium
Charles and Patricia Lester Couture Fortuny Style Burgundy Silk Pleated Dress
By Charles and Patricia Lester
Located in New Hope, PA
Charles Lester. The dress is hand pleated in a similar manor to the earlier iconic designs of Mariano
1980's PATRICIA LESTER Fortuny-pleated Delphos gown
By Patricia Lester
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Mint condition, 1980's PATRICIA LESTER, Fortuny-pleated & beaded, 'Delphos' gown in 100% pure
Mariano Fortuny Sage Green Pleated Silk Delphos Gown
By Fortuny, Mariano Fortuny
Located in New York, NY
Mariano Fortuny sage green pleated silk Delphos gown circa 1930. Venetian glass beads in ochre with
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Size: Equivalent French 36/38
A Mariano Fortuny "Delphos" Gown in Pleated Café au Lait Silk - Venice 1915
By Mariano Fortuny
Located in Toulon, FR
dyeing and printing system on fabrics, then a type of wavy pleated garment for women, the Delphos dress
Fortuny Inspired Pleated Copper Silk Evening Dress
Located in New Hope, PA
Mariano Fortuny Delphos dress. The dress has a round neckline, long sleeves and a little extra in the
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Size: small-medium
Lanvin Ete' 2005 Fortuny Pleated V Neck Maxi Dress Chocolate Brown Alber Elbaz
By Lanvin Paris, Alber Elbaz
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Lanvin Ete' 2005 Fortuny style pleated V neck, sleeveless maxi dress in chocolate brown. This
Charles and Patricia Lester Beaded Coat and Dress in the Style of Fortuny
By Charles and Patricia Lester
Located in New Hope, PA
on the famous Fortuny pleated Delphos and Peplos dresses. This outfit is unusual because the silk is
1920's MARIANO FORTUNY pleated black silk DELPHOS gown
By Mariano Fortuny
Located in San Fransisco, CA
jet black pleated silk 'Delphos' gown with Venetian striped glass beads and stamped gold silk belt
1930's MARIANO FORTUNY black silk pleated Delphos gown
By Mariano Fortuny
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Jet-black, micro-pleated, silk 'Delphos' gown with Venetian striped glass beads and stamped gold
1920's MARIANO FORTUNY pleated black silk DELPHOS gown
By Fortuny, Mariano Fortuny
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Phenomenal jet black pleated silk 'Delphos' gown with Venetian striped glass beads and stamped gold
Mariano Fortuny Pleated Coral Silk "Delphos" Gown, c.1920s.
By Fortuny
Located in New York, NY
Mariano Fortuny Pleated Coral Silk "Delphos" Gown, c.1920s. Coral pleated silk 'Delphos' gown
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Size: Equivalent size 36-38 France
A Pleated Silk Delphos dress by Mariano Fortuny - Venice Circa 1930
By Mariano Fortuny
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1920-1930 Italy - Venice Delphos long dress in apricot-coloured pleated silk pongee by the
Rare 1960's Sybil Connolly Couture Pleated White Linen Bell-Sleeve Bridal Dress
By Sybil Connolly
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
history as Mario Fortuny's Delphos pleated silk dresses made at the beginning of the 20th century. She was
Mariano Fortuny Blue Pleated Delphos Silk Dress w/ Stenciled Belt
By Fortuny, Mariano Fortuny
Located in US
Mariano Fortuny blue silk pleated Delphos dress is featured in blue china silk pleated in Fortuny
1980's PATRICIA LESTER 2pc. Fortuny-pleated Delphos gown & velvet wrap
By Patricia Lester
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Excellent condition, 1980's, PATRICIA LESTER, 2 pc. Fortuny-pleated Delphos gown, and velvet wrap
1950s Vintage Brown + Beige Wool Blazer Jacket Size XS
Located in Sparks, NV
Darling vintage early-1950s blazer jacket in a beige and brown woven wool. Fully lined with front button closure. Light shoulder pads are sewn in underneath the lining. This has a ju...
$1,500
Size: Unmarked (Best Fits US Size 4)
NORMAN NORELL Black Wool Double Breasted Coat With Waist Detail, Late 1960's
By Norman Norell
Located in Atlanta, GA
Norman Norell (1900-1972) is considered to be one of the original fashion designers of the modern American style. His sophisticated silhouettes were both tailored and timeless with a...
$1,516Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 12
Beautiful 1990s Badgley Mischka Size 12 Fully Beaded Grey Vintage 90s Deco Gown
By Badgley Mischka, BADGLEY MISHCKA
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage 1990s BADGLEY MISCHKA size 12 gray fully beaded + rhinestone deco style evening gown! Features elegant 3/4 sleeves with a fitted bodice and forgiving skirt. Hand cr...
$1,295
Size: 42 / US 6 - 8
1990s Dolce & Gabbana Black Corset Dress Size 42 US 6 - 8 Vintage 90s Iconic LBD
By Dolce & Gabbana, D&G by DOLCE & GABBANA
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy and iconic late 90s DOLCE & GABBAN black bodycon corset dress ! A classic little black dress that is a timeless addition to any wardrobe. Corset style bodice with adjustable str...
Norman Norell Couture Black Tailored Skirt Suit / Sleeveless Top, 1960s
By Norman Norell
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Norman Norrell is one of the most notable American designers throughout history. Indiana born, Norrell was a keen womenswear designer working primarily in gowns but also in clean, ta...
$927
Size: 40 on tag but fit 38/ M
Brown double-breasted wool bouclette jacket with buckle THIERRY MUGLER
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Brown double-breasted wool bouclette jacket with silver metal buckle. on the left side. Main fabric composition: 90% wool, 10% nylon. Acetate lining. Shoulder pad. Cut-work. SIZE 40...
Calvin Klein Collection by Calvin Vintage 1990s Tailored Pinstriped Suit
By Calvin Klein, Calvin Klein Collection
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Calvin Klein collection by Calvin Klein vintage 1990's tailored pin stripe suit Calvin Klein defined the look of American minimalism in the 1990s, sleek, understated, and effortlessl...
Mignon Paris Draped Silk Dress 1950s
By Mignon
Located in Water Mill, NY
A stunning black silk dress from Mignon Paris. It is sleeveless with a draped portrait collar, fitted waist and a full skirt- a feat of draping and ruching. The dress has a back pai...
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. ...
$795Sale Price|20% Off
Size: Small Medium
Chic 1960s Pucci Style Bell Sleeve Olive Print Silk Vintage 60s A Line Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1960s colorful olive print Pucci style 3/4 bell sleeve A-Line dress! Features a burgundy maroon background with olives printed throughout in yellow, green, pink, blue, teal and ...
John Galliano for Christian Dior One Shoulder Silk Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful ethereal one shoulder dress from Christian Dior comprised of layers of semi sheer black silk over an opaque silk under dress. It has one shoulder with 2 panels of softly...
NARCISO RODRIGUEZ 2018 Silk Soft Pink/Peach Gown Maxi Dress
By Narciso Rodriguez
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Narciso Rodriguez 2018 Original Price $2,995 Special Capsule Collection for Barneys NY The most adorable softest baby pink color bordering on peach Pullover Lined 100% silk IT40 fits...
Sold|$3,900
Size: Small, can also fit XS to Medium
CALVIN KLEIN 2006 Vintage Ivory Silk & Cream Cable Knit Semi-Sheer Maxi Gown
By Calvin Klein Collection
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Makes for a great bride, bridal, wedding dress Calvin Klein Collection Vintage SS06 Ivory printed silk and cream cable knit silk Sheer Voluminous Pullover Size Small but can fit XS t...
White evening slip dress ( or wedding dress) ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER
By Alexandre Vauthier
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
White evening slip dress ( or wedding dress) made of different fabric patchwork. Silk lining. Invisible zip closure and hook&eye on the middle back. Front lenght: 170cm Back lenght...
Sold|$6,500
Size: Large
RICHARD TYLER 2000 Vintage Ivory Silk Wedding Dress Bridal Gown Train + Bustle
By Richard Tyler
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Richard Tyler Vintage 2000 Warm ivory Impeccably draped layers of silk Hard boning throughout Removable straps Ruched back with train Hook-and-eye for train pick-up USA size 10, fits...
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...
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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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.