Gucci Vintage Crystal Embellished Horsebit Cutout Back Bodycon Black Dress
By Gucci
Located in Naples, FL
Gucci Vintage Crystal Embellished Horsebit Cutout Back Bodycon Black Dress Size M Condition: A
Gucci Vintage Crystal Embellished Horsebit Cutout Back Bodycon Black Dress
By Gucci
Located in Naples, FL
Gucci Vintage Crystal Embellished Horsebit Cutout Back Bodycon Black Dress Size M Condition: A
Gucci Sequins with Crystal Embroidered Dress IT42 US6
By Gucci
Located in Brossard, QC
embroidered onto the sequins. Because of the specialized craftsmanship of this dress, any difference between
New Gucci Sequins with Crystal Embroidered Dress size IT 42
By Gucci
Located in Brossard, QC
Gucci’s crystal-embroidered sequin dress is crafted in Italy from nylon tulle layered with micro
2007 Gucci Runway Art Deco Print Dress with Crystal Appliqué
By Gucci
Located in London, GB
This documented Gucci dress from Frida Giannini walked the runway as part of the Fall 2007 show
NWT Gucci Bird Embellished Crystals Black Silk Satin Dress Gown It. 38 oversize
By Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Gucci Bird Embellished Crystals Black Silk Satin Dress Gown Italian size 38 (oversize - please
Gucci Black Rayon and Silk Maxi Dress Gown w/ Crystal Bow, Size Small
By Gucci
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A gorgeous Gucci maxi dress gown, made of rayon and silk, size small. This opulent dress features a
Gucci S/S 2010 Runway Jersey Cut-Out Gown With Chrome & Crystal Leather Harness
By Gucci
Located in BELLEVUE HILL, NSW
Dating to the S/S 2010 collection designed by Frida Giannini, this gorgeous Gucci gown appeared as
New Gucci 2023 Collection Crystal GG Stretch Nylon Tulle Dusty Pink Dress It. 38
By Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
Gucci Crystal GG Stretch Nylon Tulle Dress 2023 Collection Italian size - 38 A-line style, Designer
Gucci Crystal And Sequinned Butterfly Velvet Dress IT 40 (US 4)
By Gucci
Located in Brossard, QC
: Viscose 100% Lining: Silk 100% Crystal 100% Brand style ID: 619106ZAE79 Made in Italy
Gucci 2006 Vintage Studded and Crystal Embellished Black Dress Italian Size 38
By Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
2006 Vintage Gucci Studded and Crystal Embellished Black Dress Italian Size 38 - US 2/4 A-Line
$3,600Sale Price|20% Off
Gucci x Tom Ford 1998 G Crystal One Shoulder Dress Black Gown WITH TAGS Sz IT40
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Melbourne, VIC
From Tom Ford’s iconic tenure at Gucci, this 1998 one-shoulder dress encapsulates the designer’s
$6,290
Size: IT40 measurements in description
GUCCI By Tom Ford S/s 2004 Black Strapless Crystal Snake Dress NWT
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in 上海市, Xuhui district
This is a dramatic and glamorous strapless cocktail dress that exudes bold elegance. The dress
Gucci Magazine Cover Swarovski Crystal and Bead Embellished Silk Dress SS 2010
By Frida Giannini, Gucci
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous silk dress in shades of grey from Gucci in a version worn on numerous covers including
F/W 2007 Look #20 Vintage Gucci Crystal and Gem Embellished Silk Dress 38, 42
By Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
Vintage Gucci Crystal and Gem Embellished Silk Dress F/W 2007 Runway Look #20 Black with Floral
Gucci by Tom Ford S/S 1998 Crystal-Embellished GG Chiffon Mini Dress
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in PARIS, FR
Double-layered mini dress featuring an inner black silk slip and a sheer chiffon overlay fully
S/S 1999 Gucci by Tom Ford Backless Rhinestone Semi-Sheer Black Slip Dress
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This rare black silk and crystal rhinestone Gucci slip dress was designed by Tom Ford for the
Gucci Silk Gown with Cut out Waist, Swarovski Crystals and Hardware SS 2010
By Frida Giannini, Gucci
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous black silk knit gown from Gucci's S/S 2010 collection as worn on the cover of Vogue by
Gucci Neon Pink Crystal Embellished Tulle Tiger Dress (10 Yrs)
By Gucci
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
this Gucci dress for 10 year olds captures the essence of playful sophistication for the young
Gucci by Tom Ford Black Ruffle with Crystals Low Back Silk Mini Dress
By Gucci
Located in Hong Kong, Hong Kong
to hold the dress in shape. Beautifully adorned with crystals on sides. Zip fastening at side. Fully
GUCCI Sequins with Crystals Embroidered Cocktail Dress IT42 US 4-6
By Gucci
Located in Brossard, QC
embroidered onto the sequins. Because of the specialized craftsmanship of this dress, any difference between
Gucci 2006 black jersey gown with crystal GG embellishments
By Gucci
Located in North Miami, FL
Gucci 2006 black jersey gown with Chrystal GG embellishments and a fishtail in the back Size 42
Important 2004 Gucci by Tom Ford Runway Black Silk Crystal-Snake Strapless Dress
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Ultra chic and extremely rare 2004 s/s Gucci runway dress by the famous designer, Tom Ford. This
Gucci Fall 2006 Purple Crystal Embellished Pleated Gown
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Hertfordshire, GB
Vintage Gucci Fall 2006 - seen on Beyonce Purple pleated full length dress Crystal embellished
GUCCI Crystal Bird Embellished Black Silk Gown IT40 US 2-4
By Gucci
Located in Brossard, QC
and crystal embroidered bird patch. V neckline. Cropped sleeves; 22"L. Hand pressed creases. Back slit
GUCCI Crystal Bird Embellished Black Silk Gown IT40 US 2-4
By Gucci
Located in Brossard, QC
and crystal embroidered bird patch. V neckline. Cropped sleeves; 22"L. Hand pressed creases. Back slit
Gucci Crystal Embellished Horsebit Cutout Back Bodycon Black Dress
By Gucci
Located in Naples, FL
Gucci Crystal Embellished Horsebit Cutout Back Bodycon Black Dress Size XS
GUCCI teal blueyellow silver crystal chunky chain embellishment shift dress IT40
By Gucci
Located in Hong Kong, NT
GUCCI teal blueyellow silver crystal chunky chain embellishment shift dress IT40 S Reference: CC
New Gucci Pre Fall 2015 Silk Crystal Evening Dress Gown With Tags Sz 40
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Brand New with Tags Stunning Gucci Evening Dress Pre-Fall 2015 Size: IT 40 Black and Red Crystal
New Gucci Silk Cady Ruched Front Crystal Brooch Hibiscus Red Dress Gown 40
By Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
New GUCCI Silk Cady Ruched Front Long Dress Gown Designer Size 40 - US 4 Color - HIBISCUS RED Silk
TOM FORD GUCCI 2004 runway silk dress with crystal snake
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare 2004 Gucci dress with intricate pintucking and crystal snake created by Tom Ford. Fits a
New Gucci Crystal Embellished Jacquard Dress with Leather Collar size 44 - US 8
By Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
Gucci's '70s-inspired dress is from the brand's Pre-Fall '15 collection. Woven with a geometric
Sold
Size: IT42 - FR38 - UK10 - US6
Gucci by Tom Ford White Evening Dress with Gold Crystal Dragon Brooch, FW 2004
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in London, GB
▪ Brand: Gucci ▪ Creative Director: Tom Ford ▪ Collection: Fall-Winter 2004 ▪ Fabric: 78% Viscose
GUCCI 2006 crystal embellished bamboo plunge neck shirred pleated gown IT38 XS
By Gucci
Located in Hong Kong, NT
GUCCI 2006 crystal embellished bamboo plunge neck shirred pleated gown IT38 XS Reference: KMTG
Tom Ford for Gucci Pink Crystal Gown
By Tom Ford
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Iconic and rare Tom Ford for Gucci pink sparkling studded evening gown. Featuring a deep V neckline
NWT F/W 2005 Gucci Runway Silver Crystal Beaded Bustier Flare Mini Dress
By Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting an incredible silver and black embroidered strapless Gucci dress designed by Alessandra
New Gucci Bird Embellished Crystals Black Silk Satin Dress Gown It.40
By Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Gucci Bird Embellished Crystals Black Silk Satin Dress Gown Designer size 40. Gucci's Bird
GUCCI pink black pearl crystal buttons bow tie ruffle trim cocktail dress IT42
By Gucci
Located in Hong Kong, NT
GUCCI pink black pearl crystal buttons bow tie ruffle trim cocktail dress IT42 Reference: TGAS
Vintage Gucci Black Dress Gown with Patent Leather Belt and Crystals It 42 US 6
By Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
Gucci's Black Gown Dazzles with Classic Hollywood Glamour. Italian size 42 ( US 6) Embroidery with
Tom Ford for Gucci black jersey halter gown with black crystal 'G' clasp
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in San Fransisco, CA
designed by Tom Ford for Gucci dating to 1997. Dress is labeled an Italian size 38 although it is very
1998 Gucci by Tom Ford Black One Shoulder Crystal G Gown Dress
By Tom Ford, Gucci
Located in Austin, TX
1998 Gucci by Tom Ford Black One Shoulder Crystal G Gown Dress Condition: Very Good. No holes or
Sold
Size: Label missing, fits XXS/XS 36
Glamorous Gucci by Tom Ford 2000 Nude Silk Swarovski Crystals Beaded Gown Dress
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
crytals Designed by Tom Ford for Gucci's 2000 Millenium Collection A rare piece not made for the RTW
Gucci Crystal Embellished Tiger Tartan Gown Size S
By Gucci
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Very good. Minimal wear to dress is evident. Small pull to weave to the front top left
Tom Ford for Gucci White Dress Gown Crystal Dragon Brooch, F /W 2004
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
Highly Collectible!!! Iconic Tom Ford for Gucci White Jersey Gown Designer size 40 Cut Out Style
Tom Ford for Gucci S/S 2000 Runway Fully Crystal Embellished Open Back Dress 42
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Documented Fully Crystal Embellished One Shoulder Dress Spring/Summer 2000
Tom Ford for Gucci SS 2000 Runway Fully Crystal Embellished Open Back Dress 42
By Gucci, Tom Ford
Located in Montgomery, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Documented Fully Crystal Embellished One Shoulder Dress Spring/Summer 2000
GUCCI by TOM FORD Vintage 2004 Crystal Rope Halterneck Gown
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Woodland Hills, CA
This rare vintage Gucci gown, designed during Tom Ford’s legendary tenure at the house, embodies
TOM FORD for GUCCI 2004 Black Open Back Dress Gown with SWAROVSKI Crystals 38
By Tom Ford
Located in Montgomery, TX
TOM FORD for GUCCI Black Beaded Jersey Dress Gown TOM FORD'S Final Collection for GUCCI – F/W 2004
Gucci Tom Ford Spring 2004 Pink Ruched Silk Ensemble with Crystal Brooch
By Tom Ford
Located in Switzerland, CH
: Beautiful pink GUCCI ensemble with shiny Swarovski crystal brooch Designed by Tom Ford for GUCCI Ensemble
Gucci 2006 crystal GG navy gown maxi dress
By Gucci
Located in North Miami, FL
Gucci 2006 navy gown with crystal GG embellishments Zipper in the back Size 40 Brand new with
Gucci Cream Silk Crystal Embellished Flared Dress S
By Gucci
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Wear this dazzling dress from the house of Gucci and look like a diva yourself. This cream piece is
Gucci Crystal Embellished Strapless Long Black Dress
By Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
Gucci Crystal Embellished Strapless Long Black Dress 100% Viscose IT Size 40 - US 6 New
Gucci Black Fluid Silk Crystal Embellished Shift Dress S
By Gucci
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The tailoring of this dress is definite and exquisite making it another perfect creation by Gucci
Gucci Blue GG Wallpaper Print Jersey Crystal Closure Midi Dress XXL
By Gucci
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Exhibit a stylish look by wearing this beautiful designer dress. Tailored using fine fabric this
Gucci Crystal Embellished Dress, S/S 2005
By Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
Rare GUCCI Crystal Embellished Silk Dress Italy S/S 2005 collection Unique, Rare and
Tom Ford for Gucci Crystal Embellished Dress
By Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
GUCCI Crystal & GOLD Metal Embellished SILK Dress Created by TOM FORD in 2004 Unique, Rare and
Gucci Navy Crystal GG Logo Halter Dress
By Gucci
Located in Toronto, ON
Gucci Navy Crystal GG Logo Halter Dress. 100% viscose jersey body, centre ruched front, navy
1998 Gucci by Tom Ford Black One Shoulder Crystal G Gown Dress
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Yukon, OK
DESIGNER: 1998 Gucci by Tom Ford Please contact for more information and/or photos. CONDITION
Gucci Crystal Embroidered Ribbed Knit Dress
By Alessandro Michele, Gucci
Located in London, GB
This silver Gucci crystal embroidered ribbed knit dress will steal the show. Each dress is
Gucci Cream Knit Crystal Embellished Velvet Trim Detail Shift Dress M
By Gucci
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
A glamorous appeal is what this shift dress from Gucci exudes! The cream knit creation features eye
Gucci Black Fluid Silk Crystal Embellished Shift Dress S
By Gucci
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The tailoring of this dress is definite and exquisite making it another perfect creation by Gucci
Vintage 1998 Gucci by Tom Ford Black Slinky Crystal G Long Gown Dress 38
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Yukon, OK
DESIGNER: 1998 Gucci by Tom Ford Please contact for more information and/or photos. CONDITION
Gucci Black Technical Jersey Bow Embellished Crystal Button Midi Dress
By Gucci
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Make a luxe fashion statement by wearing this designer dress. It is tailored using fine fabric into
1998 Gucci by Tom Ford Black Slinky Cross Front Crystal G Long Gown Dress 38
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Yukon, OK
DESIGNER: 1998 Gucci by Tom Ford Please contact for more information and/or photos. CONDITION
Vintage S/S 1998 Gucci by Tom Ford Crystal G Black Halter Maxi Dress 40
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Yukon, OK
DESIGNER: S/S 1998 Gucci By Tom Ford Please contact for more information and/or photos. CONDITION
S/S 1998 Gucci by Tom Ford Crystal G Black Halter Long Gown Dress 40
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Yukon, OK
DESIGNER: S/S 1998 Gucci By Tom Ford Please contact for more information and/or photos. CONDITION
S/S 1998 Gucci by Tom Ford Crystal G Black Halter Long Gown Dress 44
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Yukon, OK
DESIGNER: S/S 1998 Gucci By Tom Ford Please contact for more information and/or photos. CONDITION
New Gucci Cocktail Dress with crystal pin SZ Small
By Gucci
Located in New York, NY
Jersey dress in taupe color, rushed and gathered to the side . Decorated with beautiful crystal pin
GUCCI CRYSTAL-EMBELLISHED WHITE SILK-CADY DRESS GOWN size IT 38
By Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
GUCCI Part of the Resort '15 collection, Gucci's white gown has been crafted in Italy from silk
GUCCI CRYSTAL-EMBELLISHED WHITE SILK-CADY DRESS GOWN size IT 42
By Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
GUCCI Part of the Resort '15 collection, Gucci's white gown has been crafted in Italy from silk
Vintage S/S 1998 Gucci by Tom Ford Crystal G Black Halter Long Gown Dress 44
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Yukon, OK
DESIGNER: S/S 1998 Gucci By Tom Ford Please contact for more information and/or photos. CONDITION
TOM FORD for GUCCI CRYSTAL EMBELLISHED PINK SILK DRESS
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
GUCCI SILK DRESS Designed by Tom Ford for GUCCI Crystal embellishment Condition: Excellent
TOM FORD for GUCCI LONG WHITE DRESS with SWAROVSKI CRYSTALS
By Tom Ford, Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
RAND NEW GUCCI DRESS FROM TOM FORD ERA Very Rare and Highly Collectible! If you're
Gucci Phenomenal Crystal Embellished Black Gown
By Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
Gucci Crystal Embellished Black Gown IT Size 38 100% Viscose Fully lined Made in Italy New
Gucci Crystal Embellished Navy Blue Gown
By Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
Gucci Crystal Embellished Navy Blue Gown Color: Navy blue Size: IT - 40, US - 4 Made in Italy
Victor Costa Strapless Dress
By Victor Costa
Located in Alford, MA
One of Victor Costa's best designs, this strapless cocktail/evening dress is fashioned of white satin and black velvet alternating horizontal stripes with fitted bodice leading to an...
Sexy 1990s Vintage Emilio Pucci Bright Orange Silk Jersey Side Print Dress
By Emilio Pucci
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy 1990s Emilio Pucci silk jersey dress in a vibrant bright orange hue! Wonderful signature print on the side, and around front collar. Extremely slimming. Looks great alone, or wi...
New Gucci Flora Bamboo Runway Pumps Heels Sz 6.5
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Brand New Gucci Flora Heels Size: 6.5 Beautiful Iconic Canvas Flora Pattern Bamboo & Gold Hardware Leather Insole Wood Heel Heel Height 3" With Box
$1,454Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 37
New Gucci 90th Anniversary Ad Runway Python Snakeskin Pump Heels Sz 37
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Gucci Brand New From Gucci's 90th anniversary Fall Runway show, Frida Giannini cited her influence was Anjelica Huston $1815 * Python Heels * Rare Ad Runway Heels * Size: 37 * Yel...
Oscar de la Renta 2007 Runway Look Brown Ruffle Trim Sun Dress
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in San Francisco, CA
Oscar de la Renta brown pencil dress with raw edged ruffle trim. Grosgrain trim circles the bodice. Boned at bodice for shape. Back zip and hook and eye. Seen in another color in L...
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...
$199Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 2
1990s Diane Von Furstenberg ' Leaf ' Print Safari Strapless Cotton Blouse
By Diane von Furstenberg
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 90s Diane Von Furstenberg green and white cotton strapless top! 3-D leaf print, with a trapeze/free flowing waist. Buttons at top back. Can easily be dressed day to night. ...
$245Sale Price|34% Off
H 11 in D 3.5 in L 11.5 in
Unique Thespian Needlepoint Comedy and Tragedy Handbag c 1960
Located in University City, MO
Unique thespian needlepoint comedy and tragedy handbag The stylish large scale retro handbag is designed with comedy and tragedy mask on both exterior sides The theatrical ma...
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...
Manolo Blahnik tan embroidery leather pump - 37.5
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Manolo Blahnik tan embroidery leather pump - 37.5. These adorable Manolo Blahnik pumps are in good condition. They show use with small smudges, shown in picture. The bottom of the sh...
$5,735
Size: approx. IT44 - FR40 - UK12 - US8
Versace Silk Chiffon Slip Dress with Baroque Print & Lace Trim, SS 2005
By Donatella Versace for Gianni Versace, Versace
Located in London, GB
This Versace dress from the Spring-Summer 2005 collection is crafted from silk chiffon, featuring a lightweight, airy construction with a slip dress silhouette. The intricate multico...
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...
$948Sale Price|25% Off
Size: Medium
1960s Guy Laroche Couture Lipstick Red Virgin Wool A Line Vintage 60s Mini Dress
By Guy Laroche
Located in San Diego, CA
1960s GUY LAROCHE Couture lipstick red virgin wool A-Line mini dress! The perfect alternative to a little black dress, this red gem is sure to stand out! Hand made, with the utmost a...
Vintage Teal Blue Silk Sequin + Beaded Art Deco/ Flapper Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage 1920s-inspired 1980s teal blue silk dress with hand done sequin and beadwork. Full blouson sleeves that zip at the cuff. Side slits. Fully lined in silk. The marked size is a...
1990s Loris Azzaro Brown Sequin Strapless Cocktail Dress
By Loris Azzaro
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1990s Loris Azzaro brown sequin metallic strapless cocktail party dress. fit size 4
$194Sale Price|25% Off
Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage Wall and Flags Print Pants Trousers
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Nice, FR
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER vintage pants trousers featuring a multi colored wall and flags print. These trousers feature : - Velvety touch material. - Front buttoning. - Front and back pock...
Long before trend-bucking creative director Alessandro Michele brought his hallucinatory “Utopian Fantasy” campaign to Gucci, it was a modest Italian leather shop. Today, it’s an internationally renowned luxury house with an iconic logo, and vintage Gucci clothing, handbags and shoes are among high fashion's most covetable goods.
Guccio Gucci (1881–1953) admired the stylish suitcases he saw wealthy guests arrive with at the Savoy Hotel in London, where he worked as a bellhop. So, in 1921, after a stint at Franzi, a luggage company in his hometown of Florence, he opened a leather goods shop of his own.
At first, Gucci’s Florence business specialized in equestrian accessories. But as its reputation flourished, particularly among the English aristocracy, so too did its footprint. In 1938, he brought three of his sons — Aldo, Vasco and Rodolfo — into the business and expanded it to Rome and later Milan. In the mid-1930s, a League of Nations embargo against Italy pushed Gucci to experiment with alternatives to imported leather. Its woven hemp fabric from Naples, adorned with the brand’s signature diamond print, was a hit, especially among A-list celebrities. The material was first used on suitcases before finding enduring popularity on handbags. (No list of revered designer purses would be complete without Gucci.)
In the 1950s, Elizabeth Taylor carried one of Gucci’s bamboo-handled tote bags, another adaptation to material rationing. After Jackie Kennedy was seen sporting a slouchy Gucci tote in 1961, it was renamed for the First Lady. Then Grace Kelly, on a visit to the boutique in Milan, inspired Rodolfo Gucci to work with Italian illustrator and Gucci textile designer Vittorio Accornero on the Flora print in 1966. Taking cues from Sandro Botticelli’s Primavera, with its pattern of flora and insects, it was painted entirely by hand and featured no fewer than 37 colors.
In 1953, just 15 days after opening his first store on New York’s 5th Avenue, Guccio passed away at 72. The early 1970s saw store openings in Tokyo and Hong Kong, but by the late 1980s, Gucci was floundering. Rodolfo Gucci took charge in 1982, but family drama and lawsuits ensued. In 1993, Rodolfo’s son, Maurizio, transferred his shares in the company to Investcorp, ending the family’s involvement in Gucci. Dawn Mello, then-president of Bergdorf Goodman, joined as creative director in 1989. But it was Tom Ford, who took over as creative director in 1994, who ultimately revived the brand.
Ford’s racy ads, shot by photographers such as Mario Testino, stirred controversy. And his potent vision of sexed-up femininity — with “jewel-toned satin shirts unbuttoned to there,” as Vogue described his breakthrough 1995 runway show — was wildly successful. The new millennium brought new ownership — Pinault Printemps Redoute in 2004 — and a more toned-down vision from Frida Giannini, who became sole creative director in 2006. Alessandro Michele was named creative director in 2015, and the storied brand took a giant leap forward.
Find vintage Gucci clothing and accessories on 1stDibs.
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.