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Fendi Gothic Print Embellished Dress
Fendi Gothic Print Embellished Dress

Fendi Gothic Print Embellished Dress

By Fendi

Located in London, GB

Fendi Gothic Print Embellished Dress Black dress with gothic-inspired pattern and silver design to

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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

F/2012 Look # 8 Versace Macrame Gothic Cross Cocktail Dress 38 - 2
F/2012 Look # 8 Versace Macrame Gothic Cross Cocktail Dress 38 - 2

F/2012 Look # 8 Versace Macrame Gothic Cross Cocktail Dress 38 - 2

By Versace

Located in Montgomery, TX

VERSACE Fall/Winter 2012 look # 8 Macrame Gothic Cross Cocktail Dress. This long sleeve, scoop

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

Maralane Gothic Evening Gown
Maralane Gothic Evening Gown

Maralane Gothic Evening Gown

Located in London, GB

A great gown for Halloween, by Maralane.The dress has a beaded and decorated bodice with shoulder

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Early 2000s British Evening Dresses and Gowns

Mermaid Romantic Gothic 1930s Gown and Broiderie Anglaise Jacket
Mermaid Romantic Gothic 1930s Gown and Broiderie Anglaise Jacket

Mermaid Romantic Gothic 1930s Gown and Broiderie Anglaise Jacket

Located in Water Mill, NY

bolero jacket. The dress skims the body with a front V neckline, sides gathered onto a diamond shaped

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1930s Unknown Evening Dresses and Gowns

1998 Runway Documented Dolce & Gabbana Stromboli Butterfly Dress
1998 Runway Documented Dolce & Gabbana Stromboli Butterfly Dress

1998 Runway Documented Dolce & Gabbana Stromboli Butterfly Dress

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in London, GB

collection’s theatrical, subtly gothic allure. This now-iconic dress has enjoyed enduring fame beyond the

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses

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F/2012 look # 8 NEW VERSACE MACRAME GOTHIC CROSS COCKTAIL DRESS 38 - 2
F/2012 look # 8 NEW VERSACE MACRAME GOTHIC CROSS COCKTAIL DRESS 38 - 2

F/2012 look # 8 NEW VERSACE MACRAME GOTHIC CROSS COCKTAIL DRESS 38 - 2

By Versace

Located in Montgomery, TX

VERSACE Macrame Gothic Cross Cocktail Dress This long sleeve, scoop neck cocktail dress

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

RODARTE Fall 08 Sheer Lace RUNWAY Dress 2/4 $8k NWT
RODARTE Fall 08 Sheer Lace RUNWAY Dress 2/4 $8k NWT

RODARTE Fall 08 Sheer Lace RUNWAY Dress 2/4 $8k NWT

By Rodarte

Located in New York City, NY

, created this magnificent dress from its gothic-inspired Fall 2008 collection. Famous for being worn by

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21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Dresses

Roberto Cavalli rare chocolate brown silk Constellation dress 1990s
Roberto Cavalli rare chocolate brown silk Constellation dress 1990s

Roberto Cavalli rare chocolate brown silk Constellation dress 1990s

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Roberto Cavalli rare silk Constellation dress 1990s...Chocolate brown silk (with 3% Lycra for a bit

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1990s Italian Day Dresses

Iconic Gucci by Tom Ford Gothic Evening Gown  2002 Runway
Iconic Gucci by Tom Ford Gothic Evening Gown  2002 Runway

Iconic Gucci by Tom Ford Gothic Evening Gown 2002 Runway

By Gucci

Located in Los Angeles, CA

We are excited to offer this stunning vintage dark brown Tom Ford for Gucci silk gothic-inspired

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Gowns

Lanvin Alber Elbaz Runway Ad Campaign Floral Print Dress Fall 2011
Lanvin Alber Elbaz Runway Ad Campaign Floral Print Dress Fall 2011

Lanvin Alber Elbaz Runway Ad Campaign Floral Print Dress Fall 2011

By Alber Elbaz, Lanvin Paris

Located in Boca Raton, FL

the length of the dress at the back. This gothic romance of a dress is a showstopper that can easily

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2010s French Cocktail Dresses

1980s Thierry Mugler Modern Gothic Dress
1980s Thierry Mugler Modern Gothic Dress

1980s Thierry Mugler Modern Gothic Dress

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Water Mill, NY

A sort of modern Gothic twist on the wiggle dress from master designer Thierry Mugler in a rich

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1980s French Day Dresses

1940s Romantic Gothic Black Maxi Dress
1940s Romantic Gothic Black Maxi Dress

1940s Romantic Gothic Black Maxi Dress

Located in Water Mill, NY

A gorgeous black silk 1940's maxi dress with an interesting interplay of demure and sexy. It has a

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1940s Unknown Maxi Dresses

1990s Jean Paul Gaultier Gothic Tube Dress
1990s Jean Paul Gaultier Gothic Tube Dress

1990s Jean Paul Gaultier Gothic Tube Dress

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Show some skin in our incredible 1990s Jean Paul Gaultier tube dress! Sheer stretchy black mesh

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses

1940's Romantic Gothic Black Maxi
1940's Romantic Gothic Black Maxi

1940's Romantic Gothic Black Maxi

Located in Water Mill, NY

A gorgeous black silk 1940's maxi dress with lovely long lines. It is an interesting interplay of

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1940s Unknown Maxi Dresses

Karl Lagerfeld 1990s Black Gothic Fantasy Dress
Karl Lagerfeld 1990s Black Gothic Fantasy Dress

Karl Lagerfeld 1990s Black Gothic Fantasy Dress

By Karl Lagerfeld

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Super stunning 90s dream dress by Karl Lagerfeld. Delicate spiderweb crochet over sheer chiffon

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1990s French Evening Dresses

Rare Tom Ford For Gucci FW 2002 Gothic Collection Silk Runway Dress! IT42
Rare Tom Ford For Gucci FW 2002 Gothic Collection Silk Runway Dress! IT42

Rare Tom Ford For Gucci FW 2002 Gothic Collection Silk Runway Dress! IT42

By Gucci, Tom Ford

Located in Melbourne, AU

Rare Tom Ford For Gucci Fall Winter 2002 Gothic Collection Silk Runway Dress In Italian Size 42

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

Riccardo Tisci
Riccardo Tisci

Riccardo Tisci

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Riccardo Tisci

By Riccardo Tisci

Located in Toronto, ON

Riccardo Tisci (Givenchy designer) black satin dress. 1920's/gothic inspired design with raw

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Day Dresses

Jiwon Park Black Tulle Ballgown
Jiwon Park Black Tulle Ballgown

Jiwon Park Black Tulle Ballgown

Located in San Francisco, CA

Dark, romantic, and dramatic, this dress channels gothic glamour perfectly. The strapless ruched

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21st Century and Contemporary North Korean Contemporary Day Dresses

Gucci Tom Ford Gothic 2002 Collection Ruched Backless Dress 42 Uk 8-10
Gucci Tom Ford Gothic 2002 Collection Ruched Backless Dress 42 Uk 8-10

Gucci Tom Ford Gothic 2002 Collection Ruched Backless Dress 42 Uk 8-10

By Gucci, Tom Ford

Located in London, GB

Gucci Tom Ford Gothic 2002 Collection Ruched Backless Dress 42 Uk 8-10 This is a rare find from

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Early 2000s Italian Ball Gowns

2010 Rafael Cennamo Couture Black Beaded Lace-Illusion Gothic Trained Gown
2010 Rafael Cennamo Couture Black Beaded Lace-Illusion Gothic Trained Gown

2010 Rafael Cennamo Couture Black Beaded Lace-Illusion Gothic Trained Gown

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Breathtaking Rafael Cennamo black illusion gown from his 2010 couture collection which retailed for over $8,000. Recognized for his creativity, Rafael Cennamo uses luxurious fabrics ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Gowns

Incredible Tom Ford For Gucci FW 2002 Gothic Collection Black Silk Runway Gown!
Incredible Tom Ford For Gucci FW 2002 Gothic Collection Black Silk Runway Gown!

Incredible Tom Ford For Gucci FW 2002 Gothic Collection Black Silk Runway Gown!

By Gucci, Tom Ford

Located in Melbourne, AU

Incredible Tom Ford For Gucci Fall Winter 2002 Gothic Collection Black Silk Bandage Backless Runway

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Gowns

Incredible Tom Ford For Gucci FW 2002 Gothic Collection Black Silk Runway Gown!
Incredible Tom Ford For Gucci FW 2002 Gothic Collection Black Silk Runway Gown!

Incredible Tom Ford For Gucci FW 2002 Gothic Collection Black Silk Runway Gown!

By Gucci, Tom Ford

Located in Melbourne, AU

Incredible Tom Ford For Gucci Fall Winter 2002 Gothic Collection Black Silk Bandage Backless Runway

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Gowns

Free Shipping: Tom Ford Gucci FW 2002 Black Silk Gothic Runway Blouse & Skirt!
Free Shipping: Tom Ford Gucci FW 2002 Black Silk Gothic Runway Blouse & Skirt!

Free Shipping: Tom Ford Gucci FW 2002 Black Silk Gothic Runway Blouse & Skirt!

By Tom Ford

Located in Melbourne, AU

That Heavenly Tom Ford For Gucci Fall Winter 2002 Gothic Collection Black Long-Sleeved Laced Silk

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

Rare & Iconic Tom Ford Gucci FW 2002 Black Silk Gothic Kimono Top & Skirt! 42
Rare & Iconic Tom Ford Gucci FW 2002 Black Silk Gothic Kimono Top & Skirt! 42

Rare & Iconic Tom Ford Gucci FW 2002 Black Silk Gothic Kimono Top & Skirt! 42

By Tom Ford, Gucci

Located in Melbourne, AU

Rare & Iconic Tom Ford For Gucci Fall Winter 2002 Gothic Collection Black Silk Kimono Top & Skirt

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

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By Christian Dior, John Galliano

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By Prada

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Located in San Diego, CA

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By John Galliano, Christian Dior

Located in Water Mill, NY

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By Jack Bryan by Dupuis, Jack Bryan

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By Roberto Cavalli

Located in San Diego, CA

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By Escada Margaretha Ley, Amen Wardy

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By John Galliano for Christian Dior, John Galliano

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By Gianni Versace

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By Ralph Lauren

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Gothic Dress For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact vintage or contemporary gothic dress you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. If you’re looking for an option in Black and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in Gray and more. Finding the perfect gothic dress may mean sifting through those that were made during different time periods — popular versions 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. There have been many well-made iterations of this accessory over the years, but those made by Versace, Gucci and Helmut Lang are often thought to be among the most stylish. When shopping for these accessories, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men or unisex today than there are for women.

How Much is a Gothic Dress?

On average, a gothic dress on 1stDibs sells for $1,272, while they’re typically $348 on the low end and $8,500 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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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