Bill Blass Spring/Summer 2006 Pink Gold Strapless Evening Dress 36CM
By Bill Blass
Located in London, GB
Bill Blass Spring/Summer 2006 Pink & Gold Strapless Dress Good Condition
Bill Blass Spring/Summer 2006 Pink Gold Strapless Evening Dress 36CM
By Bill Blass
Located in London, GB
Bill Blass Spring/Summer 2006 Pink & Gold Strapless Dress Good Condition
$2,882
Size: Recommended Size; UK 10
Vivienne Westwood Gold Label Strapless Cream Oyster Floral Jacquard Corset Dress
By Vivienne Westwood Gold Label, Vivienne Westwood
Located in Sheffield, GB
A Phenomenal, Monumental Vivienne Westwood Gold Label dress. Circa 2000. Featuring a signature
1990s Gold Beaded Lace NWOT Strapless Bridal Cocktail Dress
Located in New York, NY
MORPHEW VINTAGE represents the finest pieces of fashions past. Sourced from across the globe, dating as far back as a century. Each piece is selected with both quality and rarity in ...
$1,098Sale Price|21% Off
Size: small
Vintage Bill Blass Black Velvet Gold Metallic Halter Strapless Evening Dress
By Bill Blass
Located in Boca Raton, FL
evening dress is done in a gold lamé and silk blend and a black velvet bodice for a glamorous and
Prada S/S 2003 Strapless yellow green gold ivory brocade floral dress IT40
By Prada
Located in Milano, Lombardia
LOVE LALI VINTAGE Prada S/S 2003 strapless dress with a baroque brocade print in yellow gold and
1990s Orange + Green + Gold Silk Shantung Vintage 90s Strapless Dress + Bolero
Located in San Diego, CA
! Strapless mini dress features a fitted bodice with a forgiving skirt. Gold embroidery along the bust with a
2008 F/W Alexander McQueen Gold Embroidered Strapless Tulle & Satin Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Studio City, CA
2008 F/W Alexander McQueen creme-colored strapless cocktail dress with an embroidered bird
1990s Vicky Tiel Size 8 Gold + Ivory Lace Vintage 90s Strapless Mini Dress
By Vicky Tiel
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy 1990s VICKY TIEL gold and ivory lace Size 8 bodycon mini dress! Features flower printed panels
$210Sale Price|25% Off
TED BAKER TUX Langley pink acetate blend gold jacquard strapless dress US2 S
Located in Hong Kong, NT
TED BAKER TUX Langley pink acetate blend gold jacquard strapless dress US2 S Reference: LACG/A00462
$1,920Sale Price|20% Off
OSCAR DE LA RENTA 2019 Runway gold sequin fringe strapless midi dress US8 L
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Hong Kong, NT
OSCAR DE LA RENTA 2019 Runway black gold sequin fringe strapless midi dress US8 L Reference: CNPG
S/S 2001 Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Sheer Black Gold Hook Strapless Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This black strapless Yves Saint Laurent dress, designed by Tom Ford for the Spring/Summer 2001
1990S Brown & Gold Silk Velvet Metallic Lace Strapless Gown
Located in New York, NY
made quality, fully lined in silk. 1990S Brown & Gold Silk Velvet Metallic Lace Strapless Gown
1990S Metallic Gold Silk Blend Lace Strapless Ball Gown
Located in New York, NY
made quality, fully lined in silk. 1990S Metallic Gold Silk Blend Lace Strapless Ball Gown
2000S MARY KATRANTZOU Black & Gold Silk Satin Photo-Print Floral Strapless Cock
By Mary Katrantzou
Located in New York, NY
-finished. 2000S MARY KATRANTZOU Black & Gold Silk Satin Photo-Print Floral Strapless Cocktail Dress
Elizabeth Mason Couture Custom Draped Strapless Gold Lame Gown
By Elizabeth Mason Couture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mason's Beverly Hills Atelier. Handcrafted and designed with excellence. This strapless design features
Pauline Trigere Brocade strapless Gold/Black Gown With Shawl Included
By Pauline Trigère
Located in Los Angeles, CA
: zipper Details: Circle skirt, strapless gown, separate matching shawl included, floor length, gold and
Nina Ricci Fall 2008 Strapless Gold Gown with Large Bow Runway Look #49
By Nina Ricci
Located in Los Angeles, CA
believe this to be the only sample of this dress, as it was not produced beyond for the runway. Details
New Badgley Mischka Black Lace and Gold Lame Cocktail Dress Sz 6
By Badgley Mischka
Located in Conroe, TX
Badgley Mischka Dress Brand New with Tags Black and Gold Lame' Dress Strapless with Boning at
New Badgley Mischka Black Lace and Gold Lame Cocktail Dress Sz 2
By Badgley Mischka
Located in Conroe, TX
Badgley Mischka Dress Size 2 XS Brand New with Tags Black and Gold Lame' Dress Strapless with
$995
Size: Small - Small Medium
1980s Black + Gold Silk Velvet Plisse Strapless Beaded A.J. Bari Vintage Gown
By A.J. Bari
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous vintage 80s AJ BARI full length Strapless evening dress! Features a fitted black silk
Vintage Pamela Dennis Couture Size 8 Gold Silk Taffeta Beaded Strapless 90s Gown
By Pamela Dennis, PAMELA DENNIS COUTURE
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible vintage 1990s PAMELA DENNIS COUTURE muted gold silk taffeta strapless beaded evening
1958 Pauline Lake Coral Silk & Gold Lame Imported Fabric Strapless Sarong
Located in Gresham, OR
Gorgeous custom made 1958 Pauline Lake coral silk and gold lame, imported fabric, strapless sarong
Vintage 1930s Gold Silk Lamé Strapless Gown & Beadwork Gown UK 10 US 6
Located in Nashville, TN
This truly magnificent 1930's gold silk lamé dress, embellished with trailing gunmetal grey and
New Badgley Mischka Black Lace and Gold Lame Cocktail Dress Sz 8
By Badgley Mischka
Located in Conroe, TX
Badgley Mischka Dress Brand New with Tags Black and Gold Lame' Dress Strapless with Boning at
1980s CHANEL Boutique Gold Strapless Cocktail Dress
By Chanel Boutique
Located in Milan, Italy
1980s Chanel Boutique strapless cocktail dress in gold silk fabric. Layered bodice in a gold lurex
90s Lanvin Gold Lame Strapless Cocktail Dress
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Los Angeles, CA
New Years Eve ready! Strapless gold lame in stylized paisley pattern. Fully lined with bow at
80s Black Suede Strapless Cocktail Dress with Gold Metal Embellishment
By VAKKO
Located in San Francisco, CA
80s black suede strapless cocktail dress with gold metal embellishment along the bust line. Fully
Unavailable
Size: See Description
1980s Textured Gold Strapless Vintage Dress W Tulle underskirt & Ruched Bodice
Located in Portland, OR
This is a fun vintage textured gold lurex strapless cocktail or party dress from the 1980's. The
HELEN ROSE Gold Floral Strapless Gown
By Helen Rose
Located in New York, NY
Helen Rose gold floral strapless gown. Floor length. Pleated skirt. Gathered bodice. Empire waist
Emilio Pucci Multicolor Gold Silk Printed Strapless Floor Length Gown Size 10
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Chicago, IL
Emilio Pucci multicolor empire waist gown featuring the brand's signature abstract print with gold
Oscar de la Renta Metallic Gold and Silver Silk Pleated Strapless Gown
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Hong Kong, Hong Kong
. Ruched and boned bodice with a gold and silver braid. Zip fastening at back. Fully lined in silk.
SCAASI Red and Gold Dress
By Arnold Scaasi
Located in New York, NY
Arnold Scaasi designed dress. Strapless Black/Gold/Red dress with high front slit and gathered
Vicky Tiel Couture Paris for Bergdorf Goodman Vintage 80's Corset Mermaid Dress
By Vicky Tiel
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Vicky Tiel Couture Bergdorf Goodman Vintage Strapless Gold Corset Mermaid Dress. A dozen tulle
Vicky Tiel Gold Lame Strapless Cocktail Dress
By Vicky Tiel
Located in New York, NY
Vicky Tiel, gold lame, fitted, strapless, cocktail dress with a draped bodice and hip and a
Vintage Escada Black and Gold Strapless Polkadot Lamé Cocktail Dress
By Escada Margaretha Ley
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
80s Escada Black and Gold strapless polkadot silk lame cocktail party dress. 3 flowers pin can be
Patrick Kelly Gold, Black & White Brocade Strapless Cocktail Dress & Jacket
By Patrick Kelly
Located in Studio City, CA
Patrick Kelly black, gold and white brocade strapless mini-dress and matching jacket. Fabric is a
Vintage Christian Lacroix Couture Gold Silk Lame Beaded Strapless 1990s Dress
By Christian Lacroix
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous vintage CHRISTIAN LACROIX couture strapless gold silk lame cocktail dress! There is so
Victor Costa Knockout 80s Gold Lamé Strapless Gown
By Victor Costa
Located in Gresham, OR
structured, fitted strapless bodice and a wrap-style skirt with huge front bow cascades to the floor for a
1980S VICKY TIEL FOR BERGDORF GOODMAN Metallic Gold Lamé Ruched Strapless Cockt
Located in New York, NY
1980S VICKY TIEL FOR BERGDORF GOODMAN Metallic Gold Lamé Ruched Strapless Cocktail Dress
Oscar de la Renta Gold Beaded Embroidered Strapless Gown
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is an exquisite evening gown from Oscar de la Renta. It is strapless and has a full skirt. The
Arnold Scaasi Metallic Strapless Gown
By Arnold Scaasi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning strapless Metallic Gold Dress by winner of CFDA's Lifetime Achievement award, Canadian
MONIQUE LHUILLIER Size 12 Black & Gold Metallic Striped Strapless Gown
Located in San Francisco, CA
MONIQUE LHUILLIER evening gown comes in gold and black metallic striped fabric with a strapless
RUBIN SINGER Size 14 Black & Gold Floral Wool Blend Strapless Bustier Evening Go
By Rubin Singer
Located in San Francisco, CA
RUBIN SINGER evening gown comes in a burnout chiffon fabric with gold tone metallic foil floral
Ralph Lauren Purple Label Gold Beaded Tulle Strapless Gown Finale Look, F/W 2006
By Ralph Lauren Purple Label
Located in Kingston, NY
A masterpiece from Ralph Lauren’s Fall 2006 Purple Label Collection, this gold strapless gown is a
Fernando Sanchez Guipure Lace Cocktail Dress and Bolero
By Fernando Sanchez
Located in New York, NY
Fernando Sanchez, gold,Guipure lace, strapless, fitted dress with a "fish tail" hem that dips
Pamella Roland Pink Silk dress with Wrap
By Pamella Roland
Located in Austin, TX
Pamella Roland pink gold paisley printed silk strapless dress with large wrap. Condition
RARE 2004 GOLDEN GUCCI TOM FORD EVENING DRESS & MARIBOU JACKET
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The 2004 Tom Ford for his final Gucci collection the mustard gold strapless silk evening dress
1980S Teal Buttery Soft Leather Strapless Dress With Gold Military Snap Buttons
Located in New York, NY
1980S Teal Buttery Soft Leather Strapless Dress With Gold Military Snap Buttons
1950s Couture Dior Style Gold Strapless Dress
Located in London, GB
Amazing 1950s strapless dress in a beautiful textured woven gold fabric. This couture made piece
Gold Vicky Tiel Sequin Strapless Mini Dress
Located in New York, NY
Product details: Vintage gold sequin strapless mini dress by Vickey Tiel Couture. Sweetheart
Vtg. CHANEL c.1980’s Ivory Champagne Satin Silk Gold Button Up Strapless Dress
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Thiensville, WI
: Silk Additional Details / Inclusions: Strapless, fitted mini dress; five gold-toned button closures at
1950s Gold Silk Satin Strapless Dress and Jacket Ensemble
Located in Gresham, OR
A gorgeous, unmarked as to maker, 1950s gold silk satin strapless dress and jacket ensemble: dress
1960s Strapless White and Gold Striped Crochet Raffia Dress
Located in London, GB
This fantastic 1960s white mini dress with crocheted gold raffia stripe detail is dynamic, playful
Sold
Size: Small - Medium
Vintage Angelo Tarlazzi Couture Metallic Gold + Rust Strapless Avant Garde Dress
By Angelo Tarlazzi
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing vintage ANGELO TARLAZZI Couture rust red and gold metallic strapless Avant Garde cocktail
Kaufmanfranco Silk Gold Print Strapless Draped Abstract Floral Dress Size 4
By KaufmanFranco
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This dress is breathtaking and as big fans of Kaufman Franco, we thinlk this is one of the most
Bob Mackie Vintage 1990s Strapless Black + Gold Beaded Evening Dress
By Bob Mackie
Located in Sparks, NV
Strapless Bob Mackie evening dress with a velvet bodice and gold satin skirt. Heavy glass beaded
Vintage Halston Pink and Gold Metallic Lace Strapless 1980s 80s Cocktail Dress
By Halston
Located in San Diego, CA
Prettiest vintage Halston strapless cocktail dress! Vibrant light pink, with an overlay of gold
Dolce & Gabbana New with Tags Cream Gold Yellow Floral Print Strapless Sun Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in San Francisco, CA
Dolce & Gabbana yellow floral print dress with quilting throughout in a circular pattern
Scaasi 80s Vintage Metallic Black Lace Strapless Dress
By Scaasi Boutique, Arnold Scaasi
Located in Sparks, NV
Gorgeous black lace strapless dress with gold and silver accents by Arnold Scaasi. Built in tulle
Vintage 1950s 50s Strapless Gold Silk Beaded Formal Gown Dress by Kay Selig
Located in Sparks, NV
Stunning vintage gold silk gown from the 1950's by Kay Selig. The strapless bodice is hand
Sold
Size: 1, best fits XS, see measurement
Attico Black Strapless Velvet Gold Embellished Tie Wrap Maxi Dress Gown
Located in San Francisco, CA
Attico black velvet strapless dress with gold floral inspired embellishment. Black grosgrain
Sold
Size: Small - Small/Medium
Amazing Vintage Gianfranco Ferre Gold Silk + Lame Strapless Pleated Sexy Dress
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing, sexy vintage GIANFRANCO FERRE gold silk and lame strapless dress! So much detail went into
Jacqueline de Ribes gold metallic and black velvet strapless cocktail dress
By Jacqueline de Ribes
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Jacqueline de Ribes gold metallic and black velvet strapless cocktail dress from the 1980s. Chic
1970's YVES SAINT LAURENT black wool strapless column dress with gold accents
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Strapless, column dress made of black wool with gold lurex thread topstitching and decorative gold
Roberto Cavalli c.2011 Embellished Bustier Corset Strapless Evening Dress Gown
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Roberto Cavalli c.2011 Embellished Bustier Corset Strapless Gold Evening Dress Gown Size IT 44
Vintage Dolce & Gabbana strapless metallic gold evening gown 1990s
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage Dolce & Gabbana strapless metallic gold evening gown 1990s...Gold metallic braid is woven
J Mendel Coral Strapless Halter Silk Chiffon Gown with Gold Ribbon
By J Mendel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
elegance. Featuring a strapless halter neck and detailed with a refined gold ribbon bow, it offers a
1985 CHANEL Runway Documented Black Velvet Strapless with Gold Lame
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1985 Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld Black Velvet Strapless gown with gold silk lame embellished with
Vintage Christian Lacroix red and gold silk broacade strapless gown
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage 1980s Christian Lacroix Silk Jacquard red and gold strapless gown. Marked : 38 (fr) Fit
RALPH LAUREN Size 4 Champagne Gold Metallic Textured Rhinestoned Strapless Gown
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
This stunning RALPH LAUREN COLLECTION strapless evening gown comes in a textured metallic silk
1960S Pink Silk & Gold Lame Jacquard Strapless Gown With Detachable Skirt Cape
Located in New York, NY
1960S Pink Silk & Gold Lame Jacquard Strapless Gown With Detachable Skirt Cape
SCAASI Strapless Black and Gold Knit Sequin Gown Size 2-4
By Arnold Scaasi, Arnold Scassi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Scaasi gown is composed of a sequined knit in black and gold hues with a zig zag pattern
Victor Costa for Neiman Marcus Gold Brocade Evening Gown Strapless Full Length 8
By Victor Costa
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
. Made from a linen blend floral brocade with gold lurex thread detailing, it fastens with an inner
1960s Vintage Metallic Gold Evening Gown/ Dress
By Fanya
Located in Sparks, NV
Gorgeous vintage metallic gold floral brocade strapless evening dress with matching cropped blue
Sold
Size: none; comparable to size XS
Will Steinman Strapless Gold Metallic Brocade Ball Gown w Rear Bow – XS, 1950s
By Will Steinman
Located in Tucson, AZ
A 1950s beauty to rival the most decadent Dior, Balmain or James, this extraordinary strapless ball
Amazing 1980s Gold Lame Avant Garde 80s Vintage Cocktail Asymmetrical Bow Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing 1980s gold lame strapless Avant Garde cocktail dress! Features flattering ruched body, with
Oscar de la Renta Matte Gold Sequin Embellished Strapless Mini Dress S
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Make a unique style statement wearing this ravishing dress from the house of Oscar de la Renta
Missoni Gold Chevron Knit Optional Strapless Dress
By Missoni
Located in US
shoulder straps are optional and dress can be worn strapless. 61% rayon, 25% rayon cupro, and 14% polyester
Oscar De La Renta Pink and Gold Brocade Strapless Asymmetrical Dress S
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Make a unique style statement wearing this ravishing dress from the house of Oscar de la Renta
Gucci strapless ruffle gold beaded silk dress
By Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
GUCCI DRESS Gucci's gold beaded silk ruffle mini dress will add a shot of Italian glamour to
Blumarine Metallic Gold Foil Printed Textured Strapless Bodycon Dress M
By Blumarine
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
knee being secured by a zip closure at the rear. The dress, amazing in a gold hue, will be a winner
Chanel Black Cashmere Cocoon Coat Triangle Button Pockets Button Thru Cuffs 1988
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel Boutique
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chanel 1988 black cashmere cocoon coat with unique triangle button hip front pockets. Cocoon shape coat has long notched lapels, the coat closes at the front with a single logo butto...
Alexander McQueen New Silk Top with Tulle and Lace Sleeves S/S 1999
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
An incredible grey fine silk knit top from Alexander McQueen. It is semi fitted with a crew neckline and elaborate grey net, tulle and lace layered sleeves. Unworn condition. Fits s...
Etro Stripe Silk Top
By Etro
Located in London, GB
A fun silk top by Etro of Italy. The top is in a lovely silk with double layer cap sleaves. It has a v neckline with fold over detail . 92 % silk, 8% lycra. Made in Italy Size EU ,...
1980's Brown Mink Lightweight Reversible Coat
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Chic 1980's unmarked Canadian brown mink reversible long coat. One side is brown leather patchwork pattern with a fur collar and cuffs. The textured pattern is created by piecing the...
$2,295
Size: Small - Medium
Christian Dior John Galliano Fall 2001 Black White Novelty Domino Print Cami Top
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in San Diego, CA
Collectible CHRISTIAN DIOR by JOHN GALLIANO Fall 2001 runway vintage black and white novelty print playing cards and domino semi sheer mesh camisole top! Kris Jenner ( Mother of Kim ...
Gucci 2003 Wedding Ivory Corset Gown
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Gucci 2003 Wedding Corset Dress by Tom Ford. Crafted from luxurious silk, this trained evening gown features exquisite appliquéd ribbons on the bodice, a central hook closure, and fo...
Tom Ford for Gucci New Silk Velvet Dress F/W 2001
By Gucci, Tom Ford
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous black silk velvet dress from Gucci as worn in a 2001 ad campaign. It has a square neckline with the center bust highlighted with sheer areas which contrast with the rich v...
$550Sale Price|51% Off
Two piece Wool Tweed Suit with Black Fox Fur Collar
Located in Amsterdam, NL
We offer more exclusive vintage items, view our frontstore. Details: 2-piece suit with a skirt and a jacket. Made from wool/tweed The black fox fur collar is non- detachable. Size f...
UNWORN Gucci by Tom Ford Black Dragon Pearl Jeweled Mink Fur Evening Bag Clutch
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
EXTREMELY RARE GUCCI BY TOM FORD GORGEOUS FUR EVENING BAG WITH STUNNING JEWELED DRAGON DETAIL DETAILS: A GUCCI signature piece that will last you for many years From one of GUCC...
Alexander McQueen Silk Hummingbird Dress, 2008
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Marlborough, GB
Alexander McQueen silk hummingbird print dress, 2008 Hummingbird print throughout in vivid jewel tones Silk satin with a beautiful drape which creates incredible moment, with the pla...
Art Deco Pave Crystal Clutch
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Pave Crystal Clutch with elaborate pave crystal frame. Crystals are set into mesh to form the body of clutch, lined in satin. 1930's France.
2011 Valentino White Dress with Ruffle Detail and Embellished Strap
By Valentino
Located in London, GB
We believe this gown was made as part of Valentino’s Resort 2011 collection or a bridal collection from the same year. We have attached an image of Look 29/32 which has the same ruf...
Dolce and Gabbana 2004 White Beaded Rhinestones Flapper Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Rare 2004 Dolce and Gabbana White Spaghetti Strap Beaded Rhinestones Dress with tassel beads. Flapper Dress. Perfect for Holiday cocktail Party. Measurement: Bust : 34” / Waist 28...
Alexander McQueen New Fur Jacket 'ESHU' A/W 2000
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
An incredible rare black, shiny, soft, silky goat fur jacket from Alexander McQueen's F/W 2000 Eshu collection. It has a standup collar, V neckline, front fur hook closures and is li...
Gucci 2004 by Tom Ford Slipper Satin Silver Harlowesque Bias Cut Out Dress Gown
By Gucci
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sleek and chic Tom Ford's 1930's style gown for Gucci showcases a bias cut silhouette coveted by many. Designed with cut out bodice with center tie and dramatic open back with trai...
French Couture Trompe L'oeil Printed Skirt
Located in New York, NY
French Couture Trompe L'oeil printed flared skirt. Of soft cotton twill printed with trompe l'oeil drapery swags in shades of dark and light browns with pale yellows and darker curri...
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.
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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.