1970s Halston Silk Jersey Champagne Slinky Sleeveless Vintage 70s Dress
By Roy Halston Frowick, Halston
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1970s HALSTON silk jersey slinky dress ! The perfect champagne / buttercream / soft yellow color is great for any time of year.
Halston Silk Chiffon Jersey Grecian Goddess Dress
By Halston
Located in New York, NY
Halston's iconic ivory cream fine silk jersey two piece Grecian goddess dress.
Vintage Halston 1970s Rare Pig Print Pink Silk Jersey Vintage 70s Day Dress
By Halston, Roy Halston Frowick
Located in San Diego, CA
Measurements Bust: 34 to 36 inches Waist: 30 to 32 inches Hips: 36 to 38 inches Length (top back shoulder seam to hem): 43 inches Details * Circa 1976 * Silk blend jersey with ...
1970S HALSTON Cream Silk Jersey Plunging Neckline Gown With Angora & Cashmere K
By Halston
Located in New York, NY
Beautifully hand finished and in near mint condition 1970S HALSTON Cream Silk Jersey Plunging Neckline Gown With Angora & Cashmere Knit Cape
Jacques Cassia Couture Strapless Silver Brocade Party Dress - S, 1950s
By Jacques Cassia
Located in Tucson, AZ
His best-known work was a cross between Paco Rabanne and Halston: silk jersey maxi dresses with metal bustiers and revealing cutouts.
Halston 1980s Silk Jersey Tank Dress with Crystal Beading
By Halston
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fantastic, slinky silk jersey tank dress from Halston is decked with hand sewn Swarovski crystal accents.
1970's Jacques Cassia Couture Yellow Jersey One-Shoulder Draped Disco Dress
By Jacques Cassia
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
His best-known work was a cross between Paco Rabanne and Halston: silk jersey maxi dresses with metal bustiers and revealing cutouts.
Sold
Size: Fits like a 4
Halston Chocolate Brown Silk Jersey Bias One Shoulder Wrap & Tie Bodice 1970s
By Halston, Roy Halston Frowick
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Halston chocolate brown silk double knit jersey, bias cut skirt & bodice, one shoulder wrap & tie top from the 1970s.
HALSTON black silk jersey gown with ruched neckline
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Excellent condition. Fits a US 2 or 4. Zips up back. Jet black jersey. Rhinestones at end of neck ties. Gorgeous dress.
1970's Halston Silk Jersey Maxi Shirt Dress
By Halston
Located in Water Mill, NY
Created by Halston a silk jersey floor length dress in a beautiful deep red color.
1970's HALSTON silk jersey gown with asymmetrical cut
By Halston
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Jet-black, silk jersey gown with asymmetrical cut designed by Halston dating to the 1970's.
Halston black silk Jersey Gown, 1970s
By Halston
Located in Austin, TX
Rare Halston 1970's black silk jersey evening gown. Large slit in front.
HALSTON black silk jersey tank dress
By Halston
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very simple and chic. This Halston dress is made out of fluid silk jersey in jet black.
1970s Halston black silk jersey plunge top & wrap skirt
By Halston
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Super sexy Halston black silk jersey wrap top & matching wrap skirt...The top wraps to a plunge V front, narrow shoulder straps & peplum waist...The petal wrap skirt is daringly open...
1970's HALSTON white silk jersey dress with silver beading
By Halston
Located in San Fransisco, CA
White silk jersey dress with silver bugle beads from Halston dating to the 1970's.
Vintage Halston Coral Silk Jersey Plunging Asymmetrical Hem Backless Gown Dress
By Halston
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy vintage HALSTON coral silk jersey plunging asymmetrical hem backless wrap gown!
1970s Halston Jumpsuit Lilac Lavender Purple Silk Jersey w/ Sash Belt 70s
By Roy Halston Frowick, Halston
Located in San Diego, CA
Museum worthy 1970s vintage HALSTON lilac / lavender / purple silk jersey disco jumpsuit and matching sash belt !
Halston 1970s Navy Blue Sequin One Shoulder Silk Jersey Vintage 70s Gown + Shawl
By Roy Halston Frowick, Halston
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare and iconic 1970s HALSTON navy blue sequin one shoulder silk jersey full length disco dress and shawl ensemble !
1972 HALSTON emerald green silk jersey gown
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Vivid emerald green silk jersey halter gown designed by Halston dating to 1972 and as seen on the cover of the March Cosmopolitan issue.
Halston White Silk Jersey Halter Gown
By Halston
Located in Topanga, CA
White silk jersey backless halter dress with side slit up to the thigh and sash.
1970s Halston Bronze Silk Jersey Gown
By Halston
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An iconic gown from Halston done in an almost iridescent bronze silk jersey.
Rare 1977 Halston Floral Silk Jersey Ensemble
By Halston
Located in Brooklyn, NY
1977 Halston Resort collection floral silk jersey ensemble, consisting of a halter top and skirt.
Halston One Shoulder Silk and Jersey Gown
By Halston
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Midnight blue one-shoulder gown from Halston features a crepe chiffon overlay layered on top of a heavy matte jersey base. Matte jersey underdress is fitted through the body while ch...
1970's Halston Asymmetric Sequin Silk-Jersey Bombshell Hourglass Evening Gown
By Halston
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The whole garment is fashioned with iridescent gunmetal sequins on black silk-jersey. I love the asymmetric plunge necklace with the avant-garde different length sleeves.
1970's Halston Black Sequin Silk-Jersey Plunge Hourglass Mermaid Cocktail Dress
By Halston
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
He was known for his flattering body-conscious clothing in jersey and silks. This seductive hourglass cocktail is a perfect example of his genius.
1970's Halston Black Sequin Silk-Jersey Belted Wrap Low-Plunge Evening Gown
By Halston
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The whole garment is fashioned with rich jet-black sequins on black silk-jersey. I love the low-cut plunging bodice with lean, long sleeves.
1970s Halston Emerald Green Silk Jersey Halter Gown
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A gorgeous emerald green silk jersey gown from Halston done in the designers signature sexy, simple silhouette.
1972 Black Silk Jersey Halston Shirt Dress
By Halston
Located in Rockwood, ON
This 1972 dress is the black version of the one peeking above Halston's shoulder in the picture included in this listing. These long silk knit shirt dresses were a Halston staple and...
1970s Halston Deep Blue Silk Jersey Halter Gown
By Halston
Located in Chicago, IL
Wonderful deep blue Halston evening gown with matching jacket .This halter gown fastens at the neck with two hooks and thread loops and these are the only closures.The jacket also ha...
Vintage 1973 Halston Black Sequin Silk Jersey Bias-Cut Hourglass Mermaid Dress
By Halston
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
He was known for his flattering body-conscious clothing in jersey and silks. This seductive number is a perfect example of his genius.
Halston Vintage Dress in Purple Asymmetrical Silk Jersey Draping Size 2/4
By Halston
Located in Portland, OR
This is an incredible Halston vintage dress with an asymmetrical strap across the chest and back. This gorgeous purple evening gown has a built-in adjustable bra and fabric that wrap...
$1,575
Size: Small - Medium
Vintage Vivienne Tam Black and Red Sheer Beaded 1990s 90s Midi Dress & Slip
By Vivienne Tam
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage 1990s VIVIENNE TAM black and red beaded semi sheer midi dress and matching slip! Features thousands of hand-sewn red and black seed beads and rhinestones with an A...
$716Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 10 / 12
1990s Linda Segal Size 10 12 Red White Colorblock Pique Cotton Vintage 90s Dress
By Linda Segal
Located in San Diego, CA
Stylish and flattering early 90s LINDA SEGAL lipstick red and white colorblocked pique cotton sleeveless nautical sheath dress ! Linda Segal pieces were often worn by Fran Fine, play...
DOLCE & GABBANA Brown Fur Tote Bag Handbag HOBO Purse New Never used
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Wallkill, NY
Dolce Gabbana Hand Bag with a wide black leather strap. Inside zippered pocket. Animal Print Lining. Authenticity card inside pocket. New old stock Circa late 1980s early 90s, never ...
$6,920
H 3.1 in W 3.9 in L 0.8 in
Chanel Waist Classic Flap Rare Vintage 90s Limited Edition Micro Mini Bronze Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Rare Vintage 90's Limited Edition Micro Mini Classic Flap Bag 1991 {VINTAGE 33 Years} Gold Hardware Bronze quilted lambskin leather CC Turnlock Leather lined interior 3.9" W ...
$14,920
H 5.5 in W 10.5 in L 5.5 in
Chanel Cc Logo Reindeer Muff Vintage Rare Limited Edition White Fur Satchel
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel' White CC Reindeer Rabbit Muff 2001 {VINTAGE 21 Years} CC Logo with reindeer Gold hardware Detachable brushed-gold interwoven chain White rabbit fur Filled with down Black sa...
Chanel Silk Charmeuse Ribbon Trim Cocktail Dress Circa 1990s
By Chanel
Located in University City, MO
Chanel Silk charmeuse ribbon trim cocktail dress c 1990s Size 34 The elegant Chanel black silk evening dress is designed with slit detail on both shoulders accented with black ribb...
Rare Natural Silver Raccoon Hooded Fur Coat
Located in Amsterdam, NL
This vintage coat is made of very high quality silver raccoon fur is 3/4 lenght with an attached hood, rare to find. We offer more exclusive fur items, view our frontstore Details:...
Manolo Blahnik Size 41 / 11 Raspberry Pink Patent Leather Strappy High Heels
By Manolo Blahnik
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful MANOLO BLAHNIK raspberry pink patent leather strappy high heels in hard to find Size 41 / US 11 ! Features three adjustable straps with silver / nickel hardware. Leather so...
New Jimmy Choo Patent Leather Heels Platform Pumps Sz 39.5
By Jimmy Choo
Located in Conroe, TX
Brand New Stunning Jimmy Choo Heels Gorgeous High Shine Patent Plum Peep Toe Size: 39.5 Heel 4.5" Front Platform 1" Leather Footbed With Jimmy Choo Dust Cover
New Rare Yves Saint Laurent YSL Heels Sz 39
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Conroe, TX
Tom Ford For YSL Heels Brand New * Adjustable Ankle Strap * Size 39 * Black Patent Piping * Leather Insole * Black & White Polka Dot Canvas * 4.5" Heel * 1" Front Platform * With B...
New Versace Fur Mink Leopard Print Coat It. 38
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Versace Real Mink Leopard Print Coat Designer size - 38 ( pls. check measurements) 100% Real Mink, Oversize Raccoon Fur Collar, 100% Silk Lining, Two Side Pockets, One Inner Pock...
Rare Plique a Jour Pendant, Hemmerle
By Hemmerle
Located in New York, NY
Rare Plique a Jour Pendant from the early part of the 20th Century by Hemmerle, Germany. Hemmerle Jewelers was founded in the late 19th Century, in Munich, Germany working for the ...
Opal, Sterling Silver, 10k Gold, Vermeil
Emanuel Ungaro 1980s Wrap Silk Dress
By Emanuel Ungaro
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous blue and off white elaborate abstract pattern silk damask wrap dress from Emanuel Ungaro Parallele. It has a V neckline with a wrap semi fitted hip length bodice tying at...
Reversible Fur Leopard Print and Black Taffeta evening coat.
Located in New York, NY
This extremely rare simply elegant, but "Statement" evening coat is a "Must Have". You can wear it with the black side on the outside with the Leopard print on the inside to keep you...
1950s Victor Josselyn Cocktail Dress
Located in London, GB
A chic cocktail/evening dress by Victor Josselyn. In a pale blue fabric with gold and silver decoration, plus white horizontal braiding, this dress is a great party piece. It has spa...
New Alexander McQueen F/W 2015 Wool Dress $2425 Sz IT 46
By Alexander McQueen, Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen
Located in Conroe, TX
Brand New Without Tags Alexander McQueen Heavy Weight Virgin Wool Dress Black Silver and Marigold Embroidered Floral Pattern at Hem $2425 Size: IT 46 The Belt on the Runway is an ...
Recognized for the understated but wholly glamorous fashions he introduced in the 1970s, and revered today for his vintage dresses, sunglasses, handbags and other enduring designs, Roy Halston Frowick defined the spare, body-conscious style of the so-called Studio 54 era. In doing so, he became a legend himself, known simply as Halston, a lean moniker that represented the visionary minimalist ideals he would inject into the world of fashion.
Born in Des Moines, Iowa — but raised in Evansville, Indiana — Halston moved to Chicago in 1952, where he worked as a window dresser by day and studied at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago at night. In the late 1950s, he moved to New York City. As the hat designer for Bergdorf Goodman, he had his first encounter with fame in 1961 when Jackie Kennedy wore a pillbox hat he designed to President John F. Kennedy’s inauguration. Less than a decade later, after hats fell out of fashion and sales plummeted, Halston launched his own ready-to-wear line and opened a Madison Avenue boutique.
One of Halston’s early successes was the sexy Ultrasuede shirtdress, an unassuming adaptation of a man’s oxford shirt introduced in 1972 that became a fashion staple for the well-dressed woman. Named for a washable synthetic fabric that evokes the feel of suede — Halston is said to have previously seen innovative designer Issey Miyake wearing the material — the Ultrasuede shirtdress was cut to complement many figures with buttons that began at the breastbone rather than at the garment’s structured neckline. In one season, 60,000 were sold. Ultrasuede became a Halston signature, and he would use the fabric in coats, luggage and other items.
But it was his seductively simple nightlife designs that made Halston an international name. Often cut on the bias or sewn with single seams, his garments were constructed to flatter the female form like no evening gowns that had come before, popularizing such styles as the halter dress. “Halston brought a spark of the divine to everything he did,” said model Pat Cleveland during an interview about the 2021 Netflix series based on his life.
And, for a while, the designer was as ubiquitous in the clubs as his designs. “For two decades, [Halston] was the king of New York nightlife,” wrote Steven Gaines in Vanity Fair. He was a regular at Studio 54, partying with the likes of Andy Warhol, Bianca Jagger, Liza Minnelli and his Halstonettes, his coterie of glamorous models and muses that included Elsa Peretti. The close friend and collaborator of Halston’s transformed diamond jewelry for Tiffany & Co. after signing a contract with the storied American luxury house in 1974.
Halston won four Coty American Fashion Critics' Awards over the course of his career. In 1973, he sold his company to Norton Simon, and in the early 1980s, it switched ownership again. By 1984, neither his name nor his company were his own. Halston continued to work, however. He collaborated with close friend and legendary choreographer Martha Graham, designing critically acclaimed costumes for her, including for her dance work Persephone in 1987. Halston died of complications from AIDS in 1990.
Today, Halston’s designs can be found in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Philadelphia Museum of Art, the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston and more.
Find vintage Halston clothing and fashion accessories today 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.