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HAUTE COUTURE 1950s Black Sequin Ball Gown Evening Theater Opera Party Dress
Located in Thiensville, WI
Amazing vintage ball gown custom made for 1950s opera singer Alberta Hopkins. Net overdress is
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1950s Ball Gowns
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2007 Ivory Silk Chiffon Full Length Ballgown Dress Gown
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
Content: 100% Silk
Additional Details / Inclusions: Alexander McQueen S/S 2007 silk chiffon ball gown
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Early 2000s Italian Ball Gowns
Sapphire Silk Mother Ginger Halter Ball Gown w Pannier Hoop Skirt - XXS, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
gown with petal bustline and flexible boning at front and rear bodice. Massive full skirt with double
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1950s French Ball Gowns
Size: none; comparable to size XXS
Scaasi Black Velvet Ball Gown Vintage 1980s Formal Cold Shoulder Dress XS/S
By Arnold Scaasi, Scaasi Boutique
Located in North Attleboro, MA
amazing gown include:
* Floor length with a rounded 21.5" front slit that is carefully matched through
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1980s American Ball Gowns
Aqua Ombré Tie Dye Chiffon Ball Gown with Ostrich Feather Trim – XS, 1960s
Located in Tucson, AZ
A gown worthy of a dance number with Fred Astaire, this dress has drama by the handful. Yards of
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1960s American Ball Gowns
Size: none; comparable to size XS
Helen Rose Strapless Satin Blue Brown Ball Gown w Rear Bow Bouquet - XS-S, 1962
By Helen Rose
Located in Tucson, AZ
Created by the same designer who made Grace Kelly's wedding gown, this ball gown is instantly
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1960s American Ball Gowns
Size: none; comparable to size XS-S
Late 1980s Chanel Black Sequin and Tulle Gown
By Chanel Boutique, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Port Hope, ON
This is a very special full-length gown with a drop waist ending in a grosgrain trimmed inverted v
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1980s French Ball Gowns
Tom Ford Magnificent Black Lace Cathedral Met Dress Gown New
By Tom Ford
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An extraodinary gown by Tom Ford as seen at the Met Ball. Fashioned of exquisitely detailed
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21st Century and Contemporary Ball Gowns
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
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1970s American Ball Gowns
RICHARD TYLER Size 10 Black Jersey Strapless Bead Embroidered Gown/Evening Wear
By Richard Tyler
Located in San Francisco, CA
Sexy, stunning strapless dress by RICHARD TYLER.
Full length in black jersey.
Intricate detailing
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21st Century and Contemporary Ball Gowns
Vintage 1960's Sapphire Blue Satin Asymmetric Pleated One-Shoulder Evening Gown
By Victoria Royal
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
In this gorgeous early 1960's Victoria Royal designer evening gown, the detailed construction and
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1960s American Ball Gowns
Black Adrian-Inspired Hollywood Regency Gown w Cascading Ruffle Back – XS, 1930s
Located in Tucson, AZ
gown with ruched sweetheart neckline and short puffed sleeves; contoured V waist seam. Full skirt with
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1930s Unknown Ball Gowns
Size: none; comparable to modern XS
Louis Feraud Blue Damask Dark Blue Silk Tiered Poof Evening Gown With Train
By Louis Feraud
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Louis Feraud blue silk damask strapless bodice with tiered poof skirt, evening gown with train
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1980s German Ball Gowns
Lillie Rubin Sheer Black Polka Dot and Lace Soft Tulle Gothic Evening Gown SM
By Lillie Rubin
Located in North Attleboro, MA
Make an unforgettable entrance wearing this stunning Lillie Rubin sheer black ballgown. The gown
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1980s American Ball Gowns
Richard Quinn Runway Fabulous Floral Ballgown
By 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
1950s White Cotton Organza Floral Dress
Located in London, GB
This sensational 1950s white cotton organza gown with floral print overlay is of exceptional
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1950s British Ball Gowns
New Look Black Heavyweight Faille Beaded Portrait Collar Coat Dress - S, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Able to be worn as a gown or a full-length princess coat, this versatile dress is made from super
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1950s Unknown Ball Gowns
Size: none; comparable to size S
1950s Turquoise Layered Tulle Net Halterneck Dress
Located in London, GB
reminds us of the Disney Princess dress worn by Cinderella at the ball.
There are three layers to the
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1950s American Ball Gowns
1950s Blanes Black Taffeta Rose Applique Dress
Located in London, GB
This 1950s black taffeta ball dress by quality British brand Blanes, is perfect for a black or
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1950s British Ball Gowns
1980s Victor Costa Christmas Maxi Dress
By Victor Costa
Located in Miami, FL
Costa in red and green plaid taffeta with a full skirt and plisse ruffle hem at the bottom. A dark
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1980s American Ball Gowns
1980s Louis Feraud Green & Black Silk Taffeta Strapless Ballgown w Peplum
By Louis Feraud, Louis Feraud Paris
Located in Gresham, OR
. Very full skirt can be worn with large crinoline or hoop. US size 2-4
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1980s French Ball Gowns
1980s Andre Laug Couture Multi-Coloured Sequinned Dress
By André Laug
Located in London, GB
entirely sequined gown is unusual and we would described the tones as an artist's colour palette in that
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1980s British Ball Gowns
1980's Oscar de la Renta Pink Taffeta Evening Ensemble
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Toronto, Ontario
. The top has a wide neckline with keyhole tie and full sleeves. Meant to be worn tucked in and slightly
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1980s American Ball Gowns
1950s Worth Haute Couture Pink and White Tulle Dress With Organza Bud Appliqués
By Charles Worth
Located in London, GB
full ankle length skirt with multi layered net petticoats to excite volume. It is comprised of rose
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1950s British Ball Gowns
1990s Louis Feraud Embroidered Blue Silk and Black Velvet Dress
By Louis Feraud
Located in London, GB
full ball-gown style skirt is enhanced with an underlay of thick slate blue silk satin with thick
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1990s German Evening Gowns
1950s Royal Blue Taffeta and Tulle Ball Gown
Located in San Francisco, CA
1950s Royal blue taffeta ball gown featuring a sweetheart neckline layered on a pleated tulle
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1950s Evening Dresses and Gowns
Ralph & Russo Blue Silk Ball Cape Gown
Located in Brossard, QC
Beautiful Ralph & Russo pleated ball gown
Cape like back
Blue/black silk
Pleated skirt
Layered
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21st Century and Contemporary British Cocktail Dresses
1970s Black Chiffon Lurex Rhinestone Disco Romper and Full Length Ball Skirt
Located in San Diego, CA
Absolutely sensational 1970s couture black metallic and chiffon rhinestone romper jumpsuit and ball
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1970s American Evening Gowns
Incredible Vintage David Fielden 80s Black Silk Sequin Tulle British Ball Gown
By DAVID FIELDEN
Located in San Diego, CA
fitting black sequined boned bodice, with an incredibly full skirt. Such a statement piece that looks
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1980s English Evening Gowns
Elegant French Art Deco Sequin Gown
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and timeless French Sequin Art Deco Gown sewn on cotton tulle. Nude iridescent gelatin
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1930s French Evening Dresses and Gowns
DANIEL JAMES CANTU Burgundy Raw Silk Gown Size 2-4
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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Measurements (Approximately)
Length: 52.5 Center Front
Bust: 34"
Waist: 26"
Hip: 38"-40" with a full ball
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20th Century American Evening Gowns
Moschino Lacquered Organza "Paint Ball" Party Dress
By Moschino
Located in New York, NY
Moschino's amusing cellophane organza "paint ball" print party dress. Black "paint ball" spots are
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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses
1980s Murray Arbeid - London Black Velvet Gown w Gold Sequin Leaves & Crinoline
Located in Gresham, OR
puffed shoulders and tapered, zip-closure sleeves. Full skirt ball gown with heavy gold sequined leaf
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1980s American Evening Gowns
Incredible Vintage Rose Taft 1950s Style Black + Brown Lace + Silk Taffeta Gown
By ROSE TAFT
Located in San Diego, CA
! Features a full brown silk satin gown, with an attached black silk French lace overlay. Black lace appliqué
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Late 20th Century American Evening Gowns
Iconic 1996 Madonna 'Evita' Film-Worn Beaded Ivory Silk Couture Archival Gown
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
gorgeous gown in the scenes at the Inaugural Ball as she dances and movingly sings the song, "High Flying
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1990s Aesthetic Evening Dresses
Vintage 1960s Sarmi Couture Seafoam-Green Jeweled Low-Plunge Silk Chiffon Gown
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Breathtaking Sarmi Couture evening gown dating back to the mid 1960's. Ferdinando Sarmi expressed
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1960s American Aesthetic Evening Dresses
Vintage 1950's Peggy Hunt Green Floral Silk Portrait-Collar Pleated Full Dress
By Peggy Hunt
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Ball, Bette Davis, Lana Turner and Marlene Dietrich. This gorgeous olive-green watercolor floral number
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1950s American Aesthetic Evening Dresses
Rifat Ozbek High Low Silk Dress with Beads and Embroidery 1980s
By Ozbek, Rifat Özbek
Located in Water Mill, NY
round center front keyhole closing with a loop and silver metal ball button below it. The skirt is very
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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns
1978 YSL Yves Saint Laurent Green Silk Taffeta Blouse and Skirt Set
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Munich, DE
/1978 collection. The ensemble comprises of a tiered and ruffled high waisted full length ball gown
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1970s French Evening Gowns
Yves Saint Laurent Floral Silk Long Sleeve Mini Dress YSL, 1980s
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Boca Raton, FL
gathered pleats that bring a fullness and movement to the otherwise straight silhouette. A romantic and
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1980s French Mini Dress
Lucille Ball: A Portrait of Elegance
By Ernest Bachrach
Located in Austin, TX
This elegant black-and-white image features actress Lucille Ball in a full-length gown, looking
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1940s Contemporary Black and White Photography
Materials
Digital, Archival Ink, Archival Paper, Archival Pigment
M. K. Walton - 1854 Watercolour, The Debutante
Located in Corsham, GB
A fine watercolour full body portrait of a beautiful, young debutante in a ball gown and pearl
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19th Century Portrait Drawings and Watercolors
Materials
Watercolor
Estate Vintage 1.50ct RUBY Diamonds 14K/18K Gold Cluster Stud Post Earrings
Located in New York, NY
ball gown!
CONDITION: Very fine estate condition with no losses, no apparent signs of wear, polished
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Vintage 1970s Modern Stud Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
1990's Oscar De La Renta Silk Pink and Green Blouse
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in North Hollywood, CA
the years, as the large selection of items below attests, but whether bolero or ball gown, vintage or
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21st Century and Contemporary Blouses
Art Deco 1920s GIA 6.53ct Old European Diamond Drop Hanging Platinum Earrings
Located in New York, NY
these with a pair of jeans or a ball gown!
Condition report: Overall light wear commensurate with age
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Drop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Spectra Fine Jewelry Diamond 18kt White Gold Bracelet
By Spectra Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
. For women, the proper outfit consisted of a full-length ball or evening gown with evening gloves
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Bangles
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
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
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1950s Unknown Ball Gowns
1950's Lipstick Red Silk Chiffon Ball Gown
Located in London, GB
Striking 1950's ball gown in red silk chiffon. The dress features a ruched boned bodice and a gold
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1950s Ball Gowns
1980s Victor Costa Ribbon Weave Long Sleeve Ball Gown
By Victor Costa
Located in Houston, TX
This head-turning 1980s Victor Costa ball gown has a sheer ribbon weave floral bodice and is fitted
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1980s American Ball Gowns
1950's Nettie Rosenstein Lace Evening Gown
By Nettie Rosenstein
Located in Yucca Valley, CA
Bustown Modern is so proud to present this stunning 1950's Nettie Rosenstein lace evening gown. A
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1950s Ball Gowns
Halston Heritage Cutout Knotted Stretch-Jersey Gown in Black Size 2
By Halston Heritage
Located in Saint Charles, IL
MODEL - Halston Heritage Cutout Knotted Stretch-Jersey Gown in Black
CONDITION - Looks NEW. No
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2010s Ball Gowns
Felix Van Driem Black Duchess Silk Evening Gown with Swarovski Brooch
Located in Henrico, VA
This elegant floor length evening gown by Felix Van Driem is made from rich black duchess silk and
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21st Century and Contemporary American Ball Gowns
Liancarlo Three Layered Tulle Black Evening Gown with Hand Embroidered Detail
By Liancarlo
Located in Henrico, VA
Liancarlo Black Evening Gown, Made with Three Layers of Black Tulle Adorned with Hand Sequin
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21st Century and Contemporary American Ball Gowns
Naeem Khan Black Satin, Intricate Glass Bead and Sequin Embellished Gown
Located in Henrico, VA
This beautiful evening gown by Naeem Khan has a black satin full skirt that is lined with silk and
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Ball Gowns
Oscar de la Renta Black Tiered Pleated Tulle Trim Strapless Mermaid Gown
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Chicago, IL
Strapless. Full-length. Accordion pleating detail throughout. Ruffle pleated trim around bust
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Ball Gowns
Zac Posen Red Silk Chiffon Tiered Ruffle Draped Sleeveless Gown Dress SZ 6
By Zac Posen
Located in Chicago, IL
Lightweight silk construction. Chiffon ruffle trimmings. Draped panels at shoulders. V-neck. Full
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21st Century and Contemporary American Ball Gowns
Valentino Spring/Summer 2021 Floral Open-Knit Cotton Midi Dress in Caramel
By Valentino
Located in Brooklyn, NY
that bloom against the hemline of the full silhouette.
Scoopneck
Sleeveless
Concealed side zip
Blouson
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2010s Italian Ball Gowns
Pauline Trigere Black and Gold Silk Faille Ballgown with Jacket, 1980s
By Pauline Trigère
Located in Houston, TX
ensemble. The strapless ballgown has a fitted princess seamed bodice and full skirt. Drop waist. Fully
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1980s American Ball Gowns
Alfred Bossand Tulle Dress and Capelet
Located in New York, NY
with creamy iridescent sequins. Full skirt edged in horsehair floats beautiful away from the body
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1970s American Ball Gowns
A Beautiful Nina Ricci Haute Couture Ball Gown
By Nina Ricci
Located in New York, NY
A stunning, beautiful and romantic ball gown by Gérard Pipart for Nina Ricci haute couture. The
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1980s French Evening Gowns
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Full Ball Gown For Sale on 1stDibs
Surely you’ll find the exact vintage or contemporary full ball gown you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Our collection includes a variety of colors, spanning black, brown, gray and more. If you’re looking for a full ball gown from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. Making an accessory such as this has likely been a part of the legacy of many fashion designers, but those produced by Oscar De La Renta, Chanel and Christian Dior are consistently popular. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking these accessories, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.
How Much is a Full Ball Gown?
The price for a full ball gown starts at $104 and tops out at $180,000, and on average, selling for $1,650.
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.
Questions About Full Ball Gown
- What are ball gowns called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Ball gowns are sometimes called evening gowns or gowns. It is also technically correct to refer to a ball gown as a dress. However, the term dress can also describe pieces that are more casual than gowns. Shop a range of ball gowns from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A ball gown dress and a princess dress are different names for the same style of cut in a wedding dress. This style of dress features a flattering fitted bodice and a full, voluminous skirt that flares out at the waist. The term ball gown is associated with more volume in the skirt than the term princess dress. Browse 1stDibs to find a beautiful array of wedding dresses from top boutiques around the world.
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