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Crystal Beaded Gown

1990S Pastel Mint Green & Red Shredded Silk Chiffon Chantilly Lace Crystal Bead
1990S Pastel Mint Green & Red Shredded Silk Chiffon Chantilly Lace Crystal Bead

1990S Pastel Mint Green & Red Shredded Silk Chiffon Chantilly Lace Crystal Bead

Located in New York, NY

This gown retains no label, however the amount of hand-finishing points to Haute Couture or custom made quality, fully lined in silk. 1990S Pastel Mint Green & Red Shredded Silk Chif...

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1990s Formal Gowns

Judith Ann Creations Beaded Ivory Gown with Crystal Tassel Shoulders, 1980s
Judith Ann Creations Beaded Ivory Gown with Crystal Tassel Shoulders, 1980s

Judith Ann Creations Beaded Ivory Gown with Crystal Tassel Shoulders, 1980s

By Judith Ann Creations

Located in Kingston, NY

At the center front, a sheer illusion cutout framed by meticulous bead detailing offers a hint of daring contrast to the gown’s demure long sleeves and high neckline.

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1980s American Evening Gowns

Fabrice New York Vintage Evening Gown Spectacular Crystal Beads Grey Silk Sz L
Fabrice New York Vintage Evening Gown Spectacular Crystal Beads Grey Silk Sz L

Fabrice New York Vintage Evening Gown Spectacular Crystal Beads Grey Silk Sz L

By Fabrice New York Couture

Located in Palm Desert, CA

Fabrice was a legend in American Fashion. He was worn by every celebrity you can think of during his time as a designer. This is the 1st Fabrice piece of clothing we have ever sold. ...

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1980s American Evening Gowns

Oscar de la Renta Crystal Beaded Dress
Oscar de la Renta Crystal Beaded Dress

Oscar de la Renta Crystal Beaded Dress

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in New York, NY

Oscar de la Renta, sleeveless, fitted, cocktail dress encrusted with crystal bead work. Bead work detail includes an ombre pattern at the thighs and African inspired motifs at the hem.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Dresses

Blumarine tulle dress embroidered with beads and crystals
Blumarine tulle dress embroidered with beads and crystals

Blumarine tulle dress embroidered with beads and crystals

By Blumarine

Located in Rubiera, RE

Blumarine tulle dress embroidered entirely by hand, with beads and crystals in an intertwined design of camellias, leaf shoots and ramages. Transparent with champagne silk lining. De...

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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

2000S ATELIER VERSACE GIANNI Black Silk Chiffon Crystal Beaded and Metal Mesh
2000S ATELIER VERSACE GIANNI Black Silk Chiffon Crystal Beaded and Metal Mesh

2000S ATELIER VERSACE GIANNI Black Silk Chiffon Crystal Beaded and Metal Mesh

By Atelier Versace

Located in New York, NY

This dress is tagged size 42, however the fit is very small. We recommend size 2 or smaller. 2000S ATELIER VERSACE GIANNI Black Silk Chiffon Haute Couture Crystal Beaded Silk chiffo...

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Early 2000s Formal Gowns

Gucci Magazine Cover Swarovski Crystal and Bead Embellished Silk Dress SS 2010
Gucci Magazine Cover Swarovski Crystal and Bead Embellished Silk Dress SS 2010

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 by Jennifer Lopez and Pink. It is a semi fitted dress covered in front with an elabo...

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2010s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Maggie Norris Couture vtg nude beaded floral crystal oriental asian silk dress
Maggie Norris Couture vtg nude beaded floral crystal oriental asian silk dress

Maggie Norris Couture vtg nude beaded floral crystal oriental asian silk dress

By Maggie Norris Couture

Located in Milano, Lombardia

LOVE LALI VINTAGE An exquisite and very rare vintage couture dress by Maggie Norris that would have been specially made to order. Oriental style, the dress is composed of a very pal...

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Early 2000s Evening Dresses

1980S GALANOS Blush Pink Silk Crystal & Sequin Beaded Lace Blouse With Chiffon
1980S GALANOS Blush Pink Silk Crystal & Sequin Beaded Lace Blouse With Chiffon

1980S GALANOS Blush Pink Silk Crystal & Sequin Beaded Lace Blouse With Chiffon

By Galanos

Located in New York, NY

The pants are double layered and cut on the bias with side slits. Hemmed with the most beautiful haute couture grade baby hand rolled seams. Clothing will very simply never be made t...

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1980s American Evening Dresses

Dolce & Gabbana Couture Wood Beaded Jute Fringe Dress with Crystals, SS 2005
Dolce & Gabbana Couture Wood Beaded Jute Fringe Dress with Crystals, SS 2005

Dolce & Gabbana Couture Wood Beaded Jute Fringe Dress with Crystals, SS 2005

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in London, GB

Dolce & Gabbana couture evening dress, originally made to order. The bodice and halter neck are intricately embellished with wooden beads, forming a lattice pattern. The dress is des...

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

NEW Missoni Gold Metallic Crochet Knit Beaded Crystal Dress 42
NEW Missoni Gold Metallic Crochet Knit Beaded Crystal Dress 42

NEW Missoni Gold Metallic Crochet Knit Beaded Crystal Dress 42

By Missoni

Located in Switzerland, CH

UNIQUE & LUXURIOUS METALLIC GOLD LUREX DRESS WITH STUNNING CRYSTALS & BEADING A CLASSIC MISSONI SIGNATURE PIECE THAT WILL LAST YOU FOR YEARS DETAILS: Beautiful gold lurex M...

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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

NEW Missoni Gold Metallic Crochet Knit Beaded Crystal Dress 40
NEW Missoni Gold Metallic Crochet Knit Beaded Crystal Dress 40

NEW Missoni Gold Metallic Crochet Knit Beaded Crystal Dress 40

By Missoni

Located in Switzerland, CH

UNIQUE & LUXURIOUS METALLIC GOLD LUREX DRESS WITH STUNNING CRYSTALS & BEADING A CLASSIC MISSONI SIGNATURE PIECE THAT WILL LAST YOU FOR YEARS DETAILS: Beautiful gold lurex M...

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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

NEW Missoni Gold Metallic Crochet Knit Beaded Crystal Corset Midi Dress 42
NEW Missoni Gold Metallic Crochet Knit Beaded Crystal Corset Midi Dress 42

NEW Missoni Gold Metallic Crochet Knit Beaded Crystal Corset Midi Dress 42

By Missoni

Located in Switzerland, CH

A stunning evening gown by MISSONI - a rare find! Perfect a glamorous evening Midi length Golden shades with metallic lurex threads for a shimmering look Bustier corset top for a per...

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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Vintage NWT Tom Ford *Broken Mirror* Lace Smokey Gray Crystal Beaded Dress It 42
Vintage NWT Tom Ford *Broken Mirror* Lace Smokey Gray Crystal Beaded Dress It 42

Vintage NWT Tom Ford *Broken Mirror* Lace Smokey Gray Crystal Beaded Dress It 42

By Tom Ford

Located in Montgomery, TX

Vintage and New Tom Ford *Broken Mirror* Lace Faceted Crystal Embellished Statement Dress Gown Tom Ford's First Womenswear Collection for his Eponimous Label Debuted in 2011. Italian...

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2010s Italian Evening Gowns

NEW Missoni Black Crochet Knit Dress with Multicolor Beaded Crystal Trimming 42
NEW Missoni Black Crochet Knit Dress with Multicolor Beaded Crystal Trimming 42

NEW Missoni Black Crochet Knit Dress with Multicolor Beaded Crystal Trimming 42

By Missoni

Located in Switzerland, CH

Beautiful multicolor MISSONI dress Classic MISSONI signature crochet-knit Empire-line style Pleated skirt Concealed hook and snap fastenings along back Decorative bead-embellis...

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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Alexander McQueen Crystal Sequin Bead Draped Plunging Goddess Mini Dress ss 2006
Alexander McQueen Crystal Sequin Bead Draped Plunging Goddess Mini Dress ss 2006

Alexander McQueen Crystal Sequin Bead Draped Plunging Goddess Mini Dress ss 2006

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Chicago, IL

To show the material-embellishment connection to "Neptune", we found a fashion-show backstage closeup photo of one of the unique gladiator boots worn on that season's runway, whose h...

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Early 2000s Italian Delphos Gowns

1990s Michael Casey Pitch Black Bugle Bead & Crystal Mini Halter Dress w Fringe
1990s Michael Casey Pitch Black Bugle Bead & Crystal Mini Halter Dress w Fringe

1990s Michael Casey Pitch Black Bugle Bead & Crystal Mini Halter Dress w Fringe

By Michael Casey

Located in Gresham, OR

1990s Michael Casey Pitch Black Bugle Bead & Crystal Mini Halter Dress w Fringe: A fabulous, one-of-a-kind sample piece from Michael Casey's private archive in NYC. A perfect sampl...

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1990s American Cocktail Dresses

CAROLINA HERRERA teal green cream black silk fully beaded crystal dress US2 S
CAROLINA HERRERA teal green cream black silk fully beaded crystal dress US2 S

CAROLINA HERRERA teal green cream black silk fully beaded crystal dress US2 S

By Carolina Herrera

Located in Hong Kong, NT

CAROLINA HERRERA teal green cream black silk fully beaded crystal dress US2 S Reference: NKLL/A00528 Brand: Carolina Herrera Material: Silk Color: Cream, Green Pattern: Crystals Clos...

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2010s American Cocktail Dresses

VERSACE cream gold bead clear crystal embellished hem shift dress IT38 XS
VERSACE cream gold bead clear crystal embellished hem shift dress IT38 XS

VERSACE cream gold bead clear crystal embellished hem shift dress IT38 XS

By Donatella Versace, Versace

Located in Hong Kong, NT

VERSACE cream gold bead clear crystal embellished hem shift dress IT38 XS Reference: CC/A00392 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Material: Viscose, Blend Color: Cream, Gold ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Shift Cocktail Dresses

Rudolf Pale Aqua Bead and Crystal Plunge-Back Blouson Cocktail Dress - M, 1950s
Rudolf Pale Aqua Bead and Crystal Plunge-Back Blouson Cocktail Dress - M, 1950s

Rudolf Pale Aqua Bead and Crystal Plunge-Back Blouson Cocktail Dress - M, 1950s

By Original by Rudolf

Located in Tucson, AZ

Neither mint green nor light blue, this dress’s resemblance to ocean mist is only underscored by its sparkling beaded bodice and hips. Its featherweight fabric, dusting of rhinestone...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

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2000s Ungaro Rose Pink Beaded Sequin Evening Dress w Pink Crystals
2000s Ungaro Rose Pink Beaded Sequin Evening Dress w Pink Crystals

2000s Ungaro Rose Pink Beaded Sequin Evening Dress w Pink Crystals

By Emanuel Ungaro

Located in Portland, OR

This pretty vintage Emanuel Ungaro beaded evening dress has a 100% silk pink under dress and a delicate nylon net overlay that is perfectly embellished with metallic embroidery, bead...

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

KRIZIA Hand Beaded Gold Sequin Dress w/ Crystal Detail 38/6
KRIZIA Hand Beaded Gold Sequin Dress w/ Crystal Detail 38/6

KRIZIA Hand Beaded Gold Sequin Dress w/ Crystal Detail 38/6

By Krizia

Located in New York City, NY

This vintage evening dress from KRIZIA is sure to dazzle! This sexy sequin dress features hand-beaded crystal amber and white crystal beads. Beaded neckline, front dip neckline, hidd...

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1980s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Emilio Pucci White Sequin Mini Dress with Crystal and Beaded Detail
Emilio Pucci White Sequin Mini Dress with Crystal and Beaded Detail

Emilio Pucci White Sequin Mini Dress with Crystal and Beaded Detail

By Emilio Pucci

Located in Cloverdale, CA

Emilio Pucci Sexy Sequin Mini Dress with Crystal and Beaded Details. This is so cool, please use the zoom feature to see the details. Perfect for summer soiree's in Ibiza or Sardini...

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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

2012 Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld Runway Crystal Beaded Sheer Silver Gold Lace Dress
2012 Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld Runway Crystal Beaded Sheer Silver Gold Lace Dress

2012 Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld Runway Crystal Beaded Sheer Silver Gold Lace Dress

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

An incredibly chic and highly coveted Chanel crystal beaded sheer metallic silver and gold paisley-motif lamé lace dress dating back to Karl Lagerfeld's epic pre-fall "Bombay-Paris" ...

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2010s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Amanda Wakeley Crystal & Bead Embellished Evening Gown
Amanda Wakeley Crystal & Bead Embellished Evening Gown

Amanda Wakeley Crystal & Bead Embellished Evening Gown

By Amanda Wakeley

Located in London, GB

Amanda Wakeley Crystal & Bead Embellished Evening Gown Light pink evening dress designed with silver crystal and bead embellished wide shoulder straps.

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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses and Gowns

Alberta Ferretti Limited Edition Crystal & Bead Tulle Gown
Alberta Ferretti Limited Edition Crystal & Bead Tulle Gown

Alberta Ferretti Limited Edition Crystal & Bead Tulle Gown

By Alberta Ferretti

Located in London, GB

Alberta Ferretti Limited Edition Crystal & Bead Tulle Gown Light slate grey strapless gown designed with crystal and bead embroidered corset.

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21st Century and Contemporary Ball Gowns

Roberto Cavalli Vintage Bead & Crystal Embellished Silk Chiffon Evening Gown
Roberto Cavalli Vintage Bead & Crystal Embellished Silk Chiffon Evening Gown

Roberto Cavalli Vintage Bead & Crystal Embellished Silk Chiffon Evening Gown

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in London, GB

Roberto Cavalli Vintage Bead & Crystal Embellished Silk Chiffon Evening Gown From the 2000s collection is this turquoise blue gown crafted from silk chiffon and adorned with bea...

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21st Century and Contemporary Ball Gowns

Halston Vintage F/W 1997 Crystal Sequin Beaded Silver Nude Dress Gown
Halston Vintage F/W 1997 Crystal Sequin Beaded Silver Nude Dress Gown

Halston Vintage F/W 1997 Crystal Sequin Beaded Silver Nude Dress Gown

By Halston

Located in Jersey City, NJ

From Halston's Fall/Winter 1997 collection, this rare and breathtaking strapless gown was designed by Randolph Duke and originally debuted on the runway worn by Helena Christensen. T...

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1990s European Evening Dresses and Gowns

Early 1920's Crystal Beaded Flapper Evening Dress
Early 1920's Crystal Beaded Flapper Evening Dress

Early 1920's Crystal Beaded Flapper Evening Dress

Located in New Hope, PA

Clean lines add elegance and modernity to this early 1920's hand beaded silk Flapper dress. Clear crystal beads are sewn vertically creating a long lean silhouette. They are softened...

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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Evening Gowns

Rodarte Runway Beaded Metal Net SeaFoam Lame Swarovski Crystals Dress, 2015
Rodarte Runway Beaded Metal Net SeaFoam Lame Swarovski Crystals Dress, 2015

Rodarte Runway Beaded Metal Net SeaFoam Lame Swarovski Crystals Dress, 2015

By Rodarte

Located in Boca Raton, FL

On either side, a hand-crocheted metal net—one of white and gold the other of black—embellished with Swarovski crystals drape in conversation with the iridescence of the undulating o...

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2010s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Naeem Khan Dress Crystal Diamante Silver Beaded Embellished Triangles 6 NW
Naeem Khan Dress Crystal Diamante Silver Beaded Embellished Triangles 6 NW

Naeem Khan Dress Crystal Diamante Silver Beaded Embellished Triangles 6 NW

By Naeem Khan

Located in Miami, FL

Guaranteed authentic Naeem Khan stunning embellished dress. Magnificent extensive large diamantes forming triangular shapes with delicate silver pailletes and beading inside....

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2010s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Roberto Cavalli Sequin, Crystal & Bead Embellished Silk Dress
Roberto Cavalli Sequin, Crystal & Bead Embellished Silk Dress

Roberto Cavalli Sequin, Crystal & Bead Embellished Silk Dress

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in London, GB

Roberto Cavalli Sequin, Crystal & Bead Embellished Silk Dress Navy dress crafted in silk and embellished with all-over black and navy sequins and decorative crystal design to th...

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21st Century and Contemporary Mini Dress

runway VERSACE 2020 black orange abstract stripe bead crystal mini dress IT38
runway VERSACE 2020 black orange abstract stripe bead crystal mini dress IT38

runway VERSACE 2020 black orange abstract stripe bead crystal mini dress IT38

By Versace

Located in Hong Kong, NT

runway VERSACE 2020 black orange abstract stripe bead crystal mini dress IT38 Reference: TGAS/B00466 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Collection: Fall Winter 2020 Runwa...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

Kaufmanfranco Ombré Sequin & Hand Beaded Crystals Short Evening Dress Size 2/38
Kaufmanfranco Ombré Sequin & Hand Beaded Crystals Short Evening Dress Size 2/38

Kaufmanfranco Ombré Sequin & Hand Beaded Crystals Short Evening Dress Size 2/38

By KaufmanFranco

Located in Palm Desert, CA

Another beauty from design duo KaufmanFranco. This lovely cocktail dress is in the most beautiful shade of gold and greens that are used in multi size brutalist style sequins with th...

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2010s Chinese Cocktail Dresses

1920S Blush Pink Silk Chiffon Beaded With Pearls And Crystals Fringe Flapper Co
1920S Blush Pink Silk Chiffon Beaded With Pearls And Crystals Fringe Flapper Co

1920S Blush Pink Silk Chiffon Beaded With Pearls And Crystals Fringe Flapper Co

Located in New York, NY

1920s Blush Pink Beaded with Pearls and Crystals Fringe Flapper Cocktail Dress 1920S Blush Pink Silk Chiffon Beaded With Pearls And Crystals Fringe Flapper Cocktail Dress

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1920s Cocktail Dresses

Glamorous Gucci by Tom Ford 2000 Nude Silk Swarovski Crystals Beaded Gown Dress
Glamorous Gucci by Tom Ford 2000 Nude Silk Swarovski Crystals Beaded Gown Dress

Glamorous Gucci by Tom Ford 2000 Nude Silk Swarovski Crystals Beaded Gown Dress

By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci

Located in Switzerland, CH

Rare Collector's item Beautiful nude evening silk evening gown Embroidered with shiny Swarovski crytals Designed by Tom Ford for Gucci's 2000 Millenium Collection A rare piece not...

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Gowns

1960s Crystal Beaded Silk Radzimir Gown
1960s Crystal Beaded Silk Radzimir Gown

1960s Crystal Beaded Silk Radzimir Gown

Located in New York, NY

Wonderful 1960s empire waist gown, in the style made popular by Jackie Kennedy and the young Barbara Streisand. This gown evokes the romantic lines of Empress Joséphine, with the mod...

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1960s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Gorgeous 1960s Vintage British Hong Kong Gold & Silver Silk Beaded Crystal Gown
Gorgeous 1960s Vintage British Hong Kong Gold & Silver Silk Beaded Crystal Gown

Gorgeous 1960s Vintage British Hong Kong Gold & Silver Silk Beaded Crystal Gown

By Kent Originals

Located in San Diego, CA

Absolutely stunning vintage 60s KENT ORIGINALS gold and silver silk brocade crystal and beaded full length evening dress! Intricate couture quality, with quite a bit of hand-sewn wor...

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1960s Evening Gowns

Sheer Black Crystal Bead and Crêpe Illusion Gown with Bellows Sleeves - M, 1930s
Sheer Black Crystal Bead and Crêpe Illusion Gown with Bellows Sleeves - M, 1930s

Sheer Black Crystal Bead and Crêpe Illusion Gown with Bellows Sleeves - M, 1930s

Located in Tucson, AZ

Mesmerizing. Bias gown of silk crêpe with chiffon sleeves, upper chest and upper back; chiffon embellished with Czech glass bead and Austrian crystal starburst motifs.

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1930s Unknown Evening Gowns

Sheer Silk Chiffon 1920s Dress Beaded with Crystals
Sheer Silk Chiffon 1920s Dress Beaded with Crystals

Sheer Silk Chiffon 1920s Dress Beaded with Crystals

Located in New York, NY

Pictures never really can capture the beautiful sparkle of antique crystals and beads. This Art Deco dress has an abundance of crystals which drape around the body beautifully.

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1920s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Fendi Karl Lagerfeld Beaded Crystal Harness Belt Vest
Fendi Karl Lagerfeld Beaded Crystal Harness Belt Vest

Fendi Karl Lagerfeld Beaded Crystal Harness Belt Vest

By Karl Lagerfeld for Fendi, Fendi

Located in Boca Raton, FL

This spectacular Fendi harness vest is alluring and enchanting at once. The fully beaded vest features circles of iridescent blue beads set against a ground of shiny black beads, cre...

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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

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Crystal Beaded Gown For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact vintage or contemporary crystal beaded gown you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Our collection includes a variety of colors, spanning Black, Beige, Brown and more. Finding the perfect crystal beaded gown 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. An accessory like this designed by Valentino, Bob Mackie and Dolce & Gabbana — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured item — is worth considering. 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 Crystal Beaded Gown?

The price for a crystal beaded gown starts at $395 and tops out at $98,000, and on average, selling for $1,895.

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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