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1960s White Lace Wedding Dress with Tulle Lace Train
1960s White Lace Wedding Dress with Tulle Lace Train

1960s White Lace Wedding Dress with Tulle Lace Train

Located in London, GB

The long sleeves are made from unlined tulle and lace, giving a soft sheer effect and finished in delicate scalloped cuffs.

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1960s British Wedding Dresses

Prada lace dress
Prada lace dress

Prada lace dress

By Prada

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

PRADA - (Made in Italy) Long lace dress with a velvet ribbon. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Chest: 48 cm - Waist: 47 cm - Length: 155 cm SKU:VR379

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2010s Cocktail Dresses

D&G lace dress
D&G lace dress

D&G lace dress

Located in Carnate, IT

D&G dress in black lace with red lining. Viscose and silk. Silk lining.

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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses and Gowns

Rochas Lace Textured-Embellished Dress
Rochas Lace Textured-Embellished Dress

Rochas Lace Textured-Embellished Dress

By Rochas

Located in London, GB

Featuring sheer lace-panel and net-lace trim adornment, concealed zip fastening to rear.

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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

Gucci, Black lace dress
Gucci, Black lace dress

Gucci, Black lace dress

By Gucci

Located in AMSTERDAM, NL

Gucci, Black lace dress. The item is in very good condition.

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2010s Evening Dresses and Gowns

KAAT TILLY Brown Crinkled Lace Corset Lace Gown Size 36
KAAT TILLY Brown Crinkled Lace Corset Lace Gown Size 36

KAAT TILLY Brown Crinkled Lace Corset Lace Gown Size 36

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Kaat Tilly gown is composed of a brown crinkled lace and features a black trim. Corset style with center front button closures.

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20th Century English Evening Gowns

Alexander McQueen lace dress
Alexander McQueen lace dress

Alexander McQueen lace dress

By Alexander McQueen

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN - (Made in Italy) Black silk dress with satin details. Silk lining. Size 44IT. Piece designed under the artistic direction of Sarah Burton. Condition: Very good co...

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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

UNWORN Emilio Pucci by Peter Dundas Black Lace Mirror Lace Up Dress 38
UNWORN Emilio Pucci by Peter Dundas Black Lace Mirror Lace Up Dress 38

UNWORN Emilio Pucci by Peter Dundas Black Lace Mirror Lace Up Dress 38

By Emilio Pucci

Located in Switzerland, CH

Stunning Emilio Pucci dress Designed by Peter Dundas Sexy lace-up adjustable décolleté Mirror Details Finest French lace Scalloped hem Made In Italy Dry Clean Only Retails for 3799$...

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2010s Italian Mini Dress

Galanos Lace Cocktail Dress
Galanos Lace Cocktail Dress

Galanos Lace Cocktail Dress

By Galanos

Located in New York, NY

Galanos, lace and silk crepe, long sleeve, cocktail dress .

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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

MONIQUE LHUILLIER Runway scribble print lace  lace strapless midi dress US8 M
MONIQUE LHUILLIER Runway scribble print lace  lace strapless midi dress US8 M

MONIQUE LHUILLIER Runway scribble print lace lace strapless midi dress US8 M

By Monique Lhuillier

Located in Hong Kong, NT

MONIQUE LHUILLIER Runway scribble print lace lace strapless midi dress US8 M Reference: LACG/A00458 Brand: Monique Lhuillier Collection: Runway Material: Polyester Color: Multicolou...

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2010s American Cocktail Dresses

1930s Beige Lace Dress
1930s Beige Lace Dress

1930s Beige Lace Dress

Located in Alford, MA

1930s beige lace dress featuring a square neckline, short sleeves, and a dropped waistline with slight shirring at the sides, where there are slits at the hem; the front and back pan...

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20th Century American Chemises

Beaded Lace 1960s Sheath
Beaded Lace 1960s Sheath

Beaded Lace 1960s Sheath

Located in Alford, MA

Classic and timeless cocktail dress in black lace with black floral beading throughout. Simple sheath styling with round neckline, three-quarter sleeves and metal zipper in back.

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1960s American Cocktail Dresses

1930's Chiffon & Lace Dress
1930's Chiffon & Lace Dress

1930's Chiffon & Lace Dress

Located in Los Angeles, CA

If you have an affinity for 1930's womenswear, this chiffon & lace navy dress is the perfect vessel to fill that void.Its construction is indicative of its era and the priority o...

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1930s Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Lace Bustier Dress, 1990s
Lace Bustier Dress, 1990s

Lace Bustier Dress, 1990s

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Bustier dress with a corset and a long asymmetrical wide skirt. No size nor composition label, it fits a 40FR. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Ch...

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1990s Cocktail Dresses

Dolce&Gabbana dress with lacing
Dolce&Gabbana dress with lacing

Dolce&Gabbana dress with lacing

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

DOLCE&GABBANA - (Made in Italy) Black dress with lacing. Size 38IT. 2019 Spring-Summer Collection.

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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

1990S Black Rayon & Lace Jumpsuit
1990S Black Rayon & Lace Jumpsuit

1990S Black Rayon & Lace Jumpsuit

Located in New York, NY

Decade: 1990s. Material: Rayon & Lace. Vintage condition: Excellent. Measurements Bust: 30 in.

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1990s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Lace sheath dress 1950s-1960s
Lace sheath dress 1950s-1960s

Lace sheath dress 1950s-1960s

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

UNKNOWN - (Made in France) Black silk and lace dress. Composition and size labels missing, it fits a 36FR.

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1950s French Cocktail Dresses

Dolce & Gabbana Lace Dress - '10s
Dolce & Gabbana Lace Dress - '10s

Dolce & Gabbana Lace Dress - '10s

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Milano, Lombardia

Dolce & Gabbana mini dress crafted from dark blue fabric features full sleeves, a flattering silhouette and elegant lace detailing. Measurements: Shoulder:40;Sleeve:59;Bust:42;Wai...

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2010s Mini Dress

Antonio Marras Lace Dress - '10s
Antonio Marras Lace Dress - '10s

Antonio Marras Lace Dress - '10s

Located in Milano, Lombardia

This lace dress by Antonio Marras is crafted from a luxurious blend, featuring bronze tone lace with panels of silk and pinstripe wool fabric.

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2010s Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Christian Lacroix  Gold Lace Gown
Christian Lacroix  Gold Lace Gown

Christian Lacroix Gold Lace Gown

$808Sale Price|63% Off

Christian Lacroix Gold Lace Gown

By Christian Lacroix

Located in London, GB

The dress is in a wonderful gold lace with black silk lining. It has a side zip opening and chain shoulder straps- these could be changed for ribbon if preferred.

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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

BLUMARINE long black lace dress
BLUMARINE long black lace dress

BLUMARINE long black lace dress

By Blumarine

Located in Rubiera, RE

BLUMARINE Long dress Black Lace embroidered with sequins, large faceted drops and other jas Size IT 38 Made in Italy Nude silk lining Lace: 80% rayon 20% nylon Lining: 96% silk 4% ...

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2010s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Valentino New Lace Strapless Dress
Valentino New Lace Strapless Dress

Valentino New Lace Strapless Dress

By Valentino

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous strapless black lace dress from Valentino. The body of the dress is comprised of rich elaborate black floral lace with a black leather band above and below the bust around...

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Early 2000s Italian Day Dresses

Art Deco Lace Inserted Chemise Dress
Art Deco Lace Inserted Chemise Dress

Art Deco Lace Inserted Chemise Dress

Located in New York, NY

Charming Art Deco Lace Inserted Chemise Dress from the 1920's. Easy, slightly flared shape with multiple insertions of French lace throughout the silk chiffon panels.

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1920s Chemises

1990 Christian Lacroix Lace Dress
1990 Christian Lacroix Lace Dress

1990 Christian Lacroix Lace Dress

$1,920Sale Price|20% Off

1990 Christian Lacroix Lace Dress

By Christian Lacroix

Located in Austin, TX

CHRISTIAN LACROIX lace floral dress  Condition: Excellent 29.5" bust, 26" waist, 29" hips, 42" length size US 4 / FR 36 / S

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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Versace Lace up Silk Dress
Versace Lace up Silk Dress

Versace Lace up Silk Dress

By Versace

Located in Water Mill, NY

It is semi fitted with ruching across the dress front and back. The left side laces up with fine black leather cord along it's entire side which is functional and adjustable above th...

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2010s Italian Day Dresses

Self-Portrait Sculpted Lace Dress
Self-Portrait Sculpted Lace Dress

Self-Portrait Sculpted Lace Dress

By Self-Portrait

Located in London, GB

Self-Portrait Sculpted Lace Dress Burgundy wine sleeveless dress designed with intricate lace details.

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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

Sandro, Lace dress with open back
Sandro, Lace dress with open back

Sandro, Lace dress with open back

By Sandro

Located in AMSTERDAM, NL

Sandro, Lace dress with open back in wine red. The item is in very good condition.

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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses and Gowns

Givenchy Black Lace Dress, 2011
Givenchy Black Lace Dress, 2011

Givenchy Black Lace Dress, 2011

By Givenchy

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Givenchy- Black lace dress ornamented with zippers. 38FR size indicated. 2011 Spring-Summer Collection.

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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses

vintage 1960s Lace Wedding dress
vintage 1960s Lace Wedding dress

vintage 1960s Lace Wedding dress

Located in COLLINGWOOD, AU

Gorgeous vintage 1960s guipure daisy lace Wedding dress in white. Features sheer chiffon panel and gathered sleeve with buttons and beauiful back train.

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1960s Australian Wedding Dresses

Paco Rabanne lace dress 1990s
Paco Rabanne lace dress 1990s

Paco Rabanne lace dress 1990s

By Paco Rabanne

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

PACO RABANNE - (Made in France) Silvery silk veil dress embroidered with white and metallic fishnet with a frothy effect. Piece from the 1990s. Composition and size labels missing, i...

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1990s French Court Gowns

Lace Up Dress with Textured Collar
Lace Up Dress with Textured Collar

Lace Up Dress with Textured Collar

By Versus Versace

Located in Atlanta, GA

Cut in a streamlined, sleeveless column silhouette, the design features a central lace-up placket with metallic eyelets, evoking corsetry and emphasizing the waist with controlled pr...

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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses

Blumarine Lace dress size 42
Blumarine Lace dress size 42

Blumarine Lace dress size 42

By Blumarine

Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT

Viscose Black color Lace inserts at the bottom Total lenght (shoulder/hem) cm 88 (34.6 inches)

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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Altuzarra Lace dress size 40
Altuzarra Lace dress size 40

Altuzarra Lace dress size 40

By Altuzarra

Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT

Cotton (46%) Viscose (43%) Nylon Lace Black color Opening on front and back Total length cm 115 (45.2 inches)

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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1970s White Lace Gown
Vintage 1970s White Lace Gown

Vintage 1970s White Lace Gown

Located in London, GB

A pretty vintage lace gown, ideal for a party or wedding. The dress is easy to wear with contrasting upper and skirt areas.

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1970s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Candide Vintage White Lace Dress
Candide Vintage White Lace Dress

Candide Vintage White Lace Dress

$141Sale Price|20% Off

Candide Vintage White Lace Dress

Located in Milano, IT

Candid white lace dress from Annabelle 2000s, made in Italy. The dress is very pretty: short to above the knees, has a high, compound collar, no sleeves, but wide straps.

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Early 2000s Italian Mini Dresses

Moschino Lace dress size 40
Moschino Lace dress size 40

Moschino Lace dress size 40

By Moschino

Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT

Cheap and Chic line Polyester Long sleeve Black color Lace on top and sleeves Embossed Total lenght (shoulder/hem) cm 100 (39.3 inches)

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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Blumarine Lace dress size 40
Blumarine Lace dress size 40

Blumarine Lace dress size 40

By Blumarine

Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT

Nylon (60%) and cotton Silk lining Antique rose color 3/4 sleeve Amazing total construction of fine lace Multicolored floral embroideries Shoulder/hem length cm 85 (334 inches) Shoul...

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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

1930s Green Lace Summer Dress
1930s Green Lace Summer Dress

1930s Green Lace Summer Dress

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Beautiful 1930s Green lace cut out define floral pattern. ( for design purposes) Dress is fragile.

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1930s Unknown Day Dresses

Glamorous Wavy Lace Ruffle Dress
Glamorous Wavy Lace Ruffle Dress

Glamorous Wavy Lace Ruffle Dress

Located in New York, NY

Striking cocktail dress of silk marquisette and lace. Undulating graduated panels of wavy lace circle the full skirt of the dress which is backed in a stiff crinoline.

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

Vintage Rose Pink Lace Gown
Vintage Rose Pink Lace Gown

Vintage Rose Pink Lace Gown

Located in London, GB

A stunning rose pink lace gown from the 1930s. The dress has a v back line, side opening with hooks and eyes , and a drape over the front and arm holes.

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1930s Unknown Evening Dresses and Gowns

Alexander McQueen Lace Detail Evening Dress
Alexander McQueen Lace Detail Evening Dress

Alexander McQueen Lace Detail Evening Dress

By Alexander McQueen

Located in London, GB

Alexander McQueen Lace Detail Evening Dress Red full length gown with one shoulder in translucent lace that also adorns and trims the decolletage.

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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses

1930s Black Lace Tea Dress
1930s Black Lace Tea Dress

1930s Black Lace Tea Dress

Located in Alford, MA

Sheer black lace dress from the 1930s with a fitted bodice through the hips and bias-cut skirt with scalloped seam going from low to high, where it is accented with a gathered pleat.

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1930s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

2016 Chloe Documented White Lace Wedding Dress
2016 Chloe Documented White Lace Wedding Dress

2016 Chloe Documented White Lace Wedding Dress

By Chloé

Located in London, GB

The top is tailored from panels of chevron lace, softly pleated, and broken up by wiggling lines of tape lace.

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2010s French Wedding Dresses

Lavender Floral Cotton Lace Gown, 1930s
Lavender Floral Cotton Lace Gown, 1930s

Lavender Floral Cotton Lace Gown, 1930s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Lovely lavender cotton lace summer gown from the 1930s. Fully lined. Snap closure down side.

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Early 20th Century Evening Gowns

Giambattista Valli Guipure Lace Cape Dress
Giambattista Valli Guipure Lace Cape Dress

Giambattista Valli Guipure Lace Cape Dress

By Giambattista Valli

Located in London, GB

Giambattista Valli Guipure Lace Cape Dress Ivory lace dress with ribbon bow trim waist and chiffon sheer cape.

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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

Dolce & Gabbana Embellished Lace Dress - '90s
Dolce & Gabbana Embellished Lace Dress - '90s

Dolce & Gabbana Embellished Lace Dress - '90s

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Milano, Lombardia

Bead embellished lace dress by Dolce & Gabbana featuring a floral pattern, scalloped edges, thin velvet strap with self-tie sides.

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1990s Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Black rayon dress with laces HERVE LEGER
Black rayon dress with laces HERVE LEGER

Black rayon dress with laces HERVE LEGER

By Herve Léger

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Black rayon dress with laces. Polyester tulle lining. Zip and hook&eye closure on the middle back.

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Early 2000s Cocktail Dresses

Gianni Versace Leather and Lace Dress
Gianni Versace Leather and Lace Dress

Gianni Versace Leather and Lace Dress

By Gianni Versace

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous black leather and lace dress by Gianni Versace. It has flower pattern lace cap sleeve semi fitted bodice and around the hem.

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1990s Italian Day Dresses

Self-Portrait Tiered Guipure Lace Dress
Self-Portrait Tiered Guipure Lace Dress

Self-Portrait Tiered Guipure Lace Dress

By Self-Portrait

Located in London, GB

Self-Portrait Tiered Guipure Lace Dress Navy, tiered dress with all-over guipure lace designs.

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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

Black Dolce & Gabbana Ruched Silk & Lace Dress
Black Dolce & Gabbana Ruched Silk & Lace Dress

Black Dolce & Gabbana Ruched Silk & Lace Dress

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in New York, NY

Black ruched silk and lace sleeveless bodycon dress by Dolce & Gabbana.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Aesthetic Evening Dresses

1940s Orange Tangerine Lace Cocktail Dress
1940s Orange Tangerine Lace Cocktail Dress

1940s Orange Tangerine Lace Cocktail Dress

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

1940s orange tangerine lace V neck flutter sleeves lace dress over tulle fabric.

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1940s European Cocktail Dresses

Self Portrait White Lace Dress XS
Self Portrait White Lace Dress XS

Self Portrait White Lace Dress XS

Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT

Beautiful and chic cocktail dress by Self- Portrait Lace Polyester Lace White color Shoulder/hem length cm 80 (31,4 inches) US size 2 / XS Fast shipping from Italy

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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

Dolce & Gabbana Lace up Silk Dress
Dolce & Gabbana Lace up Silk Dress

Dolce & Gabbana Lace up Silk Dress

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Water Mill, NY

There are 2 vertical rows of functional matching pink lacing along each side of the bodice to the hips and full skirt.

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1990s Italian Day Dresses

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Lace Evening Gowns For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our collection of lace evening gowns. If you’re looking for Black lace evening gowns and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in Gray, Brown and more. If you’re looking for accessories from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find some that date back to the 19th Century while other versions may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. Lace evening gowns designed by Dolce & Gabbana, Christian Dior and Valentino — each of whom created beautiful versions of these treasured items — are worth considering. 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 are Lace Evening Gowns?

On average, lace evening gowns on 1stDibs sell for $1,197, while they’re typically $78 on the low end and $60,000 for the highest priced versions of these items.

Finding the Right Evening Dresses And Gowns 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.

Questions About Lace Evening Gowns
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
    The difference between an evening dress and an evening gown is length. An evening gown is generally a full-length garment that falls between the ankles and the floor. An evening dress is a semi-formal or formal dress designed to be worn at night or on special occasions. Evening gowns are one type of evening dress, and you can also find examples with mini, knee-length and midi-length hemlines. Shop a wide range of evening gowns and other evening dresses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
    There really isn't a difference between a cocktail gown and an evening gown. Both terms describe a full-length formal dress designed for evenings and special occasions. On the other hand, a cocktail dress or evening dress is a less formal garment that usually falls between just above and just below the knees and is suitable for evening wear. Explore a wide variety of cocktail dresses and evening gowns on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    The best color for an evening gown is a matter of preference. Evening gowns are popular in a variety of colors, including black, red, purple, green, blue, pink and more. 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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