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Long Sleeve Sequin Dress

1980's Bellville Sassoon Black Long Sleeve Sequin Dress
1980's Bellville Sassoon Black Long Sleeve Sequin Dress

1980's Bellville Sassoon Black Long Sleeve Sequin Dress

By Bellville Sassoon

Located in Toronto, Ontario

1980's Bellville Sassoon black long sleeve sequin cocktail dress. Sleeves are left unlined and

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1980s British Cocktail Dresses

Galvan London Long Sleeved Navy Blue Sequin Shift Dress
Galvan London Long Sleeved Navy Blue Sequin Shift Dress

Galvan London Long Sleeved Navy Blue Sequin Shift Dress

By Galvan

Located in Morongo Valley, CA

Galvan London metallic sequin shift dress with long sleeves and a clean, straight silhouette

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2010s British Cocktail Dresses

1990s Roots Navy and Blue Sequin Long-Sleeve Maxi-Dress
1990s Roots Navy and Blue Sequin Long-Sleeve Maxi-Dress

1990s Roots Navy and Blue Sequin Long-Sleeve Maxi-Dress

By Roots

Located in London, GB

This late 1980s to early 1990s glittering sequinned maxi dress in navy blue is by the famous London

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1990s British Evening Dresses

Yves Saint Laurent Long Sleeve Black Sequin Dress 38 Fr
Yves Saint Laurent Long Sleeve Black Sequin Dress 38 Fr

Yves Saint Laurent Long Sleeve Black Sequin Dress 38 Fr

By Saint Laurent

Located in Sydney, New South Wales

This Yves Saint Laurent long sleeve evening cocktail dress is perfect for any special event. Its

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2010s Cocktail Dresses

BADGLEY MISCHKA Size M Silver Burgundy Sequined Long Sleeve Mini Dress
BADGLEY MISCHKA Size M Silver Burgundy Sequined Long Sleeve Mini Dress

BADGLEY MISCHKA Size M Silver Burgundy Sequined Long Sleeve Mini Dress

By Badgley Mischka

Located in San Francisco, CA

MARK + JAMES by BADGLEY MISCHKA dress in a silver & burgundy sequined fabric featuring a mini style

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21st Century and Contemporary Day Dresses

2000S Black & Nude Lace Sequined Gown Long Sleeve
2000S Black & Nude Lace Sequined Gown Long Sleeve

2000S Black & Nude Lace Sequined Gown Long Sleeve

Located in New York, NY

MORPHEW VINTAGE represents the finest pieces of fashions past. Sourced from across the globe, dating as far back as a century. Each piece is selected with both quality and rarity in ...

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Early 2000s Formal Gowns

1970s Bill Blass Pink Metallic Sequin Long Sleeve Gown
1970s Bill Blass Pink Metallic Sequin Long Sleeve Gown

1970s Bill Blass Pink Metallic Sequin Long Sleeve Gown

By Bill Blass

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Vintage 70s Bill Blass Pink Metallic Sequin Long Sleeve gown. Zipper at the back. Some missing

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1970s American Evening Gowns

Oleg Cassini Vintage Royal Blue 1990s Fully Sequined Long Sleeved 90s Mini Dress
Oleg Cassini Vintage Royal Blue 1990s Fully Sequined Long Sleeved 90s Mini Dress

Oleg Cassini Vintage Royal Blue 1990s Fully Sequined Long Sleeved 90s Mini Dress

By Black Tie by Oleg Cassini, Oleg Cassini

Located in San Diego, CA

Sexy 1990s OLEG CASSINI royal blue sequined mini dress! Features thousands of hand-sewn royal blue

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1990s American Cocktail Dresses

1990s BILL BLASS Brown Beaded Long Sleeves Cocktail Dress
1990s BILL BLASS Brown Beaded Long Sleeves Cocktail Dress

1990s BILL BLASS Brown Beaded Long Sleeves Cocktail Dress

By Bill Blass

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Vintage 90s Bill Blass Brown Printed Beaded Embellished metallic sequin long sleeve cocktail dress

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1990s American Evening Gowns

Bill Blass Black and Bronze Sequin Long Sleeve Gown - 10 - 1970's
Bill Blass Black and Bronze Sequin Long Sleeve Gown - 10 - 1970's

Bill Blass Black and Bronze Sequin Long Sleeve Gown - 10 - 1970's

By Bill Blass

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Bill Blass Black and Bronze Sequin Long Sleeve Gown - 10 - 1970's. This gorgeous gown has arrived

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1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1960s Gene Shelly’s Gold Sequin Keyhole Long Bell Sleeve Vintage Wool 60s Gown
1960s Gene Shelly’s Gold Sequin Keyhole Long Bell Sleeve Vintage Wool 60s Gown

1960s Gene Shelly’s Gold Sequin Keyhole Long Bell Sleeve Vintage Wool 60s Gown

By Gene Shelley International Boutique, Gene Shelley

Located in San Diego, CA

dress ! Features thousands of hand-sewn sequins on a soft stretchy wool. Keyhole opening under center

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1960s Hong Kong Evening Gowns

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Long Sleeve Sequin Dress - Gold
Long Sleeve Sequin Dress - Gold

Long Sleeve Sequin Dress - Gold

By LORRY NEWHOUSE

Located in New York, NY

- Size 6 - Lined - Zippered Back - Back Slit

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2010s American Evening Dresses

Marchesa Gold Sequin Pailette Long Sleeve Dress
Marchesa Gold Sequin Pailette Long Sleeve Dress

Marchesa Gold Sequin Pailette Long Sleeve Dress

By Marchesa

Located in Toronto, ON

, this dress features a bateau neckline, scooped back, and 3/4 length sleeves. The hem of the dress is

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21st Century and Contemporary American Evening Dresses

NINA RICCI Long Sleeve Sequin Embellished Knit Bayadere Dress SMALL
NINA RICCI Long Sleeve Sequin Embellished Knit Bayadere Dress SMALL

NINA RICCI Long Sleeve Sequin Embellished Knit Bayadere Dress SMALL

By Nina Ricci

Located in Brossard, QC

This striped, textured Nina Ricci sweater dress is detailed with mirrored sequins, metallic insets

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Casual Dresses

NINA RICCI Long Sleeve Sequin Embellished Knit Bayadere Dress Large
NINA RICCI Long Sleeve Sequin Embellished Knit Bayadere Dress Large

NINA RICCI Long Sleeve Sequin Embellished Knit Bayadere Dress Large

By Nina Ricci

Located in Brossard, QC

This striped, textured Nina Ricci sweater dress is detailed with mirrored sequins, metallic insets

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Casual Dresses

NINA RICCI Long Sleeve Sequin Embellished Knit Bayadere Dress Medium
NINA RICCI Long Sleeve Sequin Embellished Knit Bayadere Dress Medium

NINA RICCI Long Sleeve Sequin Embellished Knit Bayadere Dress Medium

By Nina Ricci

Located in Brossard, QC

This striped, textured Nina Ricci sweater dress is detailed with mirrored sequins, metallic insets

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Casual Dresses

Collini Blue Sequin Draped Long Sleeve Mini Dress S
Collini Blue Sequin Draped Long Sleeve Mini Dress S

Collini Blue Sequin Draped Long Sleeve Mini Dress S

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Experience the joy of expert tailoring with this designer dress for women. Meticulously made, it

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2010s Day Dresses

Lorry Newhouse Floor Length Royal Blue Sequin Dress with Long Sleeves
Lorry Newhouse Floor Length Royal Blue Sequin Dress with Long Sleeves

Lorry Newhouse Floor Length Royal Blue Sequin Dress with Long Sleeves

By LORRY NEWHOUSE

Located in New York, NY

- Size 6 - Zippered back - Also available in Iridescent White, Gold, Teal, Raspberry, White, and Silver

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2010s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Jean Muir Silk Jersey Sequin Snake Motif Dress
Jean Muir Silk Jersey Sequin Snake Motif Dress

Jean Muir Silk Jersey Sequin Snake Motif Dress

Located in Topanga, CA

Jean Muir black silk jersey long sleeve dress with snake sequin detailing around the neckline and

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1970s British Evening Dresses and Gowns

1990s Geoffrey Beene Burgundy and Green Satin Sequined Cocktail Dress
1990s Geoffrey Beene Burgundy and Green Satin Sequined Cocktail Dress

1990s Geoffrey Beene Burgundy and Green Satin Sequined Cocktail Dress

By Geoffrey Beene

Located in Houston, TX

An incredible medley of textures and bead work by Geoffrey Beene! This full length, long sleeved

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1990s American Cocktail Dresses

G Label by Goop Black Sequin Long Sleeve Dress Size M
G Label by Goop Black Sequin Long Sleeve Dress Size M

G Label by Goop Black Sequin Long Sleeve Dress Size M

Located in London, GB

composition label is missing. Details Black Synthetic Dress Sequinned Maxi Long

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21st Century and Contemporary British Day Dresses

JAD RACHA Size M Black Mesh Sequined Long Sleeve Cocktail Dress
JAD RACHA Size M Black Mesh Sequined Long Sleeve Cocktail Dress

JAD RACHA Size M Black Mesh Sequined Long Sleeve Cocktail Dress

Located in San Francisco, CA

JAD RACHA cocktail dress comes in a black mesh sequined material featuring long sleeves, pencil

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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

1930s Black Jersey  Long Sleeve Dress with Green Sequin beads
1930s Black Jersey  Long Sleeve Dress with Green Sequin beads

1930s Black Jersey Long Sleeve Dress with Green Sequin beads

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Elegant 30s jersey dress with mint green and gold sequins. Long sleeve, button in front and zipper

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1930s American Cocktail Dresses

Bob Mackie White Long Sleeve Gown, Beaded & Sequins
Bob Mackie White Long Sleeve Gown, Beaded & Sequins

Bob Mackie White Long Sleeve Gown, Beaded & Sequins

By Bob Mackie

Located in Los Angeles, CA

sequins and beads cascading down the dress and sleeves. It zips up the back and sleeves, has a long slit

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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Evening Gowns

New Tom Ford Black Sequin Long Sleeve Stretch Mini Dress Tunic Italian 42
New Tom Ford Black Sequin Long Sleeve Stretch Mini Dress Tunic Italian 42

New Tom Ford Black Sequin Long Sleeve Stretch Mini Dress Tunic Italian 42

By Tom Ford

Located in Montgomery, TX

New Tom Ford Black Sequin Long Sleeve Mini Dress Tunic Italian size 42 Black Sequins, Straight

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

Escada Black Silk Lace & sequin Long Sleeve Gown with Short Train
Escada Black Silk Lace & sequin Long Sleeve Gown with Short Train

Escada Black Silk Lace & sequin Long Sleeve Gown with Short Train

By Escada

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

are sequins rising from the hem to the mid thigh all around the dress, the long sleeves are lace and

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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Evening Dresses

Naeem Khan Silver Long Sleeve Cocktail Dress, Circa 1980
Naeem Khan Silver Long Sleeve Cocktail Dress, Circa 1980

Naeem Khan Silver Long Sleeve Cocktail Dress, Circa 1980

By Naeem Khan

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a long sleeve silver sequin cocktail dress by Naeem Khan, from 1980. The cocktail dress has

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1980s Cocktail Dresses

Don Sayres Sequined Evening Dress
Don Sayres Sequined Evening Dress

Don Sayres Sequined Evening Dress

Located in New York, NY

Don Sayres, black, V neck, long sleeve, A line, sequined, evening dress. Bodice is slim fitting

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1980s American Evening Dresses

1970s Marion Wagner Gold Geometric Sequin Cocktail Dress
1970s Marion Wagner Gold Geometric Sequin Cocktail Dress

1970s Marion Wagner Gold Geometric Sequin Cocktail Dress

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Gorgeous 1970's sheer long sleeve gold sequin cocktail dress with a black spaghetti strap slip

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1970s Evening Dresses

Loris Azzaro Couture Evening Dress
Loris Azzaro Couture Evening Dress

Loris Azzaro Couture Evening Dress

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Size: Written French 42 but 38 size.

Loris Azzaro Couture Evening Dress

By Loris Azzaro

Located in Toulon, FR

nineties. Long dress in electric blue mate Lycra. Large shoulder pads and mao collar in assorted sequins

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1990s French Evening Dresses

Alaïa dress Winter 2016
Alaïa dress Winter 2016

Alaïa dress Winter 2016

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

ALAÏA - (Made in Italy) Black long-sleeve dress ornamented with sequins. Size 38FR indicated. 2016

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2010s Italian Babydoll Dresses

Vintage Halston Long Sleeve Sequin Dress (Circa 1970s)
Vintage Halston Long Sleeve Sequin Dress (Circa 1970s)

Vintage Halston Long Sleeve Sequin Dress (Circa 1970s)

By Halston

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage Red Long Sleeve Sequin Dress by Halston Circa late 1970s Made in India Red sequin

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1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Staud White Sequin Embellished Long Sleeve Midi Dress M
Staud White Sequin Embellished Long Sleeve Midi Dress M

Staud White Sequin Embellished Long Sleeve Midi Dress M

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

. It comes draped in fine materials with a midi length and long sleeves. The white dress is truly

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2010s Day Dresses

Chloe Sequin and Beaded Long Sleeve Dress, Modern
Chloe Sequin and Beaded Long Sleeve Dress, Modern

Chloe Sequin and Beaded Long Sleeve Dress, Modern

By Chloé

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a recent long sleeve dress by Chloe. It features sheer chiffon sleeves with a sequin and

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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

Mandalay Long Sleeve Black Lace Cocktail Dress With  Beads and Sequins
Mandalay Long Sleeve Black Lace Cocktail Dress With  Beads and Sequins

Mandalay Long Sleeve Black Lace Cocktail Dress With Beads and Sequins

By Mandalay

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Mandalay Long Sleeve Black Lace Dress will make any Cocktail Hour Special! Crafted from signature

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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Cocktail Dresses

Saint Laurent Paris Black Sequinned Yoke Detail Long Sleeve Dress S
Saint Laurent Paris Black Sequinned Yoke Detail Long Sleeve Dress S

Saint Laurent Paris Black Sequinned Yoke Detail Long Sleeve Dress S

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

with full sleeves. It comes with sequin detailing along the yoke and cuffs making it a stand-out piece

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2010s Casual Dresses

Saint Laurent Paris Black Sequinned Yoke Detail Long Sleeve Dress S
Saint Laurent Paris Black Sequinned Yoke Detail Long Sleeve Dress S

Saint Laurent Paris Black Sequinned Yoke Detail Long Sleeve Dress S

By Saint Laurent

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

with full sleeves. It comes with sequin detailing along the yoke and cuffs making it a stand-out piece

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2010s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Saint Laurent Paris Black Sequinned Yoke Detail Long Sleeve Dress S
Saint Laurent Paris Black Sequinned Yoke Detail Long Sleeve Dress S

Saint Laurent Paris Black Sequinned Yoke Detail Long Sleeve Dress S

By Saint Laurent

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

with full sleeves. It comes with sequin detailing along the yoke and cuffs making it a stand-out piece

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2010s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Galanos Black & Red Long Sleeve Sequin Gown
Galanos Black & Red Long Sleeve Sequin Gown

Galanos Black & Red Long Sleeve Sequin Gown

By Galanos

Located in Palm Beach, FL

dress with round collar and long sleeve with a slit at the cuffs, incorporates a high waist with same

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Late 20th Century American Evening Gowns

Kenzo Pink Sequin Embellished Silk Knit Draped Long Sleeve Tunic L
Kenzo Pink Sequin Embellished Silk Knit Draped Long Sleeve Tunic L

Kenzo Pink Sequin Embellished Silk Knit Draped Long Sleeve Tunic L

By Kenzo

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

of glamour. The draped design and long sleeves add a graceful and sophisticated touch making it a

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2010s Tunics and Wrap Dresses

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F/W 1997 Bill Blass Runway Deep Red Velvet Strapless Evening Gown
F/W 1997 Bill Blass Runway Deep Red Velvet Strapless Evening Gown

F/W 1997 Bill Blass Runway Deep Red Velvet Strapless Evening Gown

By Bill Blass

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This deep red strapless evening gown from Bill Blass's Fall/Winter 1997 collection, as worn by Elsa Benitez on the runway, is crafted from luxurious velvet. The gown features a fitte...

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1990s American Evening Gowns

ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2007 Ivory Silk Chiffon Full Length Ballgown Dress Gown
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2007 Ivory Silk Chiffon Full Length Ballgown Dress Gown

ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2007 Ivory Silk Chiffon Full Length Ballgown Dress Gown

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Thiensville, WI

ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2007 Ivory Silk Chiffon Gathered Full Length Ballgown Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: S/S 2007 Style: Ballgown Color(s): Shades of ivory ...

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Early 2000s Italian Ball Gowns

Vintage Mary McFadden Couture  Burgundy Long Sleeve Gown
Vintage Mary McFadden Couture  Burgundy Long Sleeve Gown

Vintage Mary McFadden Couture Burgundy Long Sleeve Gown

By Mary McFadden

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Beautiful 90s Marcy Mcfadden Couture Burgundy Long Sleeve V neck gown with gold frog closures and embellished waist. LARGE size Measurement : Bust: 42” / Waist: 33’ Hip: 48” / Dress ...

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1980s American Wedding Dresses

1950s Worth Haute Couture Pink and White Tulle Dress With Organza Bud Appliqués
1950s Worth Haute Couture Pink and White Tulle Dress With Organza Bud Appliqués

1950s Worth Haute Couture Pink and White Tulle Dress With Organza Bud Appliqués

By Charles Worth

Located in London, GB

This enchanting 1950s couture dress in pink and white net tulle is by the extolled French fashion house Worth and retailed at their London boutique on Grosvenor Street. The quality a...

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1950s British Ball Gowns

GIVENCHY c. 1960’s Early Haute Couture Dark Brown Wool Princess Coat Jacket
GIVENCHY c. 1960’s Early Haute Couture Dark Brown Wool Princess Coat Jacket

GIVENCHY c. 1960’s Early Haute Couture Dark Brown Wool Princess Coat Jacket

By Givenchy

Located in Thiensville, WI

GIVENCHY c. 1960’s Early Haute Couture Dark Brown Wool Princess Coat Jacket Circa: 1960’s Label(s): Givenchy Style: Princess Coat Color(s): Brown Lined: Yes Unmarked Fabric Cont...

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1960s French Single-Breasted Jackets

Vintage turquoise beaded silk sheer floral layered wedding slip dress gown M L
Vintage turquoise beaded silk sheer floral layered wedding slip dress gown M L

Vintage turquoise beaded silk sheer floral layered wedding slip dress gown M L

Located in Milano, Lombardia

LOVE LALI VINTAGE A breathtaking vintage gown. I would estimate this to be from around the late 90's. It has a pale blue lining which is overlayed with a sheer turquoise layer that ...

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1990s Evening Dresses

Rare Antonio Berardi Boho Chic Hand Beaded Voluminous Dress Gown
Rare Antonio Berardi Boho Chic Hand Beaded Voluminous Dress Gown

Rare Antonio Berardi Boho Chic Hand Beaded Voluminous Dress Gown

By Antonio Berardi, Valentino

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Dreamy ethereal beaded gown by Antonio Berardi. A wonderful wearable exquisite work of wearable art. Very expensive and limited in production. Fashioned of pale pink silk chiffon wi...

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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses

Pierre Balmain Couture Ballgown  1955 Iconic Gown Dress
Pierre Balmain Couture Ballgown  1955 Iconic Gown Dress

Pierre Balmain Couture Ballgown 1955 Iconic Gown Dress

By Pierre Balmain

Located in Berlin, BE

'La Robe Broderie À Ramages' PIERRE BALMAIN PARIS Made In France, ca.1955 Majestic evening gown in silk and cream satin with the most astonishing embroiderery by PIERRE BALMAIN Haut...

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1950s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

EPIC John Galliano Evening Gown Black Silk Dress FW 08/09
EPIC John Galliano Evening Gown Black Silk Dress FW 08/09

EPIC John Galliano Evening Gown Black Silk Dress FW 08/09

By John Galliano

Located in Berlin, BE

This black silk evening gown by John Galliano, from his Fall/Winter 08/09 Collection is one of those moments: a love letter to the art of couture at its most theatrical and refined. ...

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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Renato Balestra Roma Couture Sheer Beaded Evening Gown Size 42IT
Renato Balestra Roma Couture Sheer Beaded Evening Gown Size 42IT

Renato Balestra Roma Couture Sheer Beaded Evening Gown Size 42IT

By Renato Balestra

Located in Saint Petersburg, FL

Renato Balestra - Balestra Roma - Couture Black Sheer Beaded Evening Gown Size 42IT

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1990s Italian Evening Gowns

La Mendola Vintage White Long Kaftan Evening Dress Size 46
La Mendola Vintage White Long Kaftan Evening Dress Size 46

La Mendola Vintage White Long Kaftan Evening Dress Size 46

By La Mendola

Located in Rome, Rome

Beautiful vintage 1970 maxi long dress signed La Mendola, Italy. Silk Crepe de Chine. Short sleeve styling and v-neckline. Double zip closure on the back at the shoulders. Lined. Siz...

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2010s Italian Evening Dresses

S/S 1997 Atelier Versace by Gianni Beaded Floral Dress Corset Removable Strap
S/S 1997 Atelier Versace by Gianni Beaded Floral Dress Corset Removable Strap

S/S 1997 Atelier Versace by Gianni Beaded Floral Dress Corset Removable Strap

By Atelier Versace, Gianni Versace

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Presenting an intricate Atelier Versace Haute Couture dress designed by Gianni Versace for his final spring collection before his death. This dress was created for the Spring/Summer ...

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1990s Italian Day Dresses

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Long Sleeve Sequin Dress For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate vintage or contemporary long sleeve sequin dress for your needs in our varied inventory. Black is a pretty popular color, but we also have Beige, Blue, Brown and more in stock now. You’re likely to find the perfect long sleeve sequin dress among the distinctive accessories we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Making an accessory such as this has likely been a part of the legacy of many fashion designers, but those produced by Bill Blass, Halston and Saint Laurent are consistently popular.

How Much is a Long Sleeve Sequin Dress?

The price for a long sleeve sequin dress starts at $650 and tops out at $9,500, and on average, selling for $995.

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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