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Medieval Gowns

Gucci Runway Medieval-Inspired Silk Handkerchief Hem Dress Gown  NEW
Gucci Runway Medieval-Inspired Silk Handkerchief Hem Dress Gown  NEW

Gucci Runway Medieval-Inspired Silk Handkerchief Hem Dress Gown NEW

By Gucci, Alessandro Michele

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Stunning medieval-inspired Gucci runway gown designed by Alessandro Michele. Wonderful color

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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Gowns

Alexander McQueen F/W 2010 “Angels & Demons” Medieval Art Royalty Gown Dress
Alexander McQueen F/W 2010 “Angels & Demons” Medieval Art Royalty Gown Dress

Alexander McQueen F/W 2010 “Angels & Demons” Medieval Art Royalty Gown Dress

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Chicago, IL

imagery depicting Medieval religious artwork from German painter Stefan Lochner. The artwork, Dombild

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Dresses

Zandra Rhodes Medieval Style Dress
Zandra Rhodes Medieval Style Dress

Zandra Rhodes Medieval Style Dress

By Zandra Rhodes

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Medieval style dress with black velvet top, trimmed with trimmings, brocade sleeves and bottom and

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1980s Cocktail Dresses

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1980s Gina Fratini White Floral Ruffle Skirt Strappy Dress
1980s Gina Fratini White Floral Ruffle Skirt Strappy Dress

1980s Gina Fratini White Floral Ruffle Skirt Strappy Dress

By Gina Fratini

Located in London, GB

'Victoriana' during the late 1960s all the way through the 1970s. Elizabeth Taylor famously chose a medieval

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1980s British Cocktail Dresses

1970s Gunne Sax Cotton Lace and Teal Velvet Dress
1970s Gunne Sax Cotton Lace and Teal Velvet Dress

1970s Gunne Sax Cotton Lace and Teal Velvet Dress

Located in London, GB

more expensive medieval inspired gowns designed by Jessica McClintock which dates from the middle of

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1970s American Aesthetic Day Dresses

F1971-72 Georgio di Sant'angelo Medieval Dress
F1971-72 Georgio di Sant'angelo Medieval Dress

F1971-72 Georgio di Sant'angelo Medieval Dress

Located in Rockwood, ON

From the Fall 1971-72 collection that took its inspiration from the Medieval gowns in terms of cut

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1970s Day Dresses

Medieval Printed Cream Silk Column Dress, 1970s
Medieval Printed Cream Silk Column Dress, 1970s

Medieval Printed Cream Silk Column Dress, 1970s

Located in Doncaster, South Yorkshire

An ethereal vintage evening dress from the 1970s in a cream silk printed with a medieval tapestry

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1970s Informal Dresses

70s Emma Domb Medieval Style Cotton Wedding Dress w/ Train
70s Emma Domb Medieval Style Cotton Wedding Dress w/ Train

70s Emma Domb Medieval Style Cotton Wedding Dress w/ Train

Located in San Francisco, CA

70s Emma Domb Medieval Style Cotton Wedding Dress w/ Train. Cotton trim detail. Back zip closure

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1970s Wedding Dresses

Museum Held F/W 1971 Giorgio di Sant’Angelo Medieval Dress
Museum Held F/W 1971 Giorgio di Sant’Angelo Medieval Dress

Museum Held F/W 1971 Giorgio di Sant’Angelo Medieval Dress

By Giorgio di Sant' Angelo

Located in Rockwood, ON

Boston Museum of Fine Arts and that one was displayed in the 2013 exhibit "Hippie Chic. A similar gown

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1970s Maxi Dress

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1950s Vintage Brown + Beige Wool Blazer Jacket Size XS
1950s Vintage Brown + Beige Wool Blazer Jacket Size XS

1950s Vintage Brown + Beige Wool Blazer Jacket Size XS

Located in Sparks, NV

Darling vintage early-1950s blazer jacket in a beige and brown woven wool. Fully lined with front button closure. Light shoulder pads are sewn in underneath the lining. This has a ju...

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1950s American Blazers

1950s Eleanor Green / Mary Norton Silk Crepe Pink Short Sleeve Vintage 50s Dress
1950s Eleanor Green / Mary Norton Silk Crepe Pink Short Sleeve Vintage 50s Dress

1950s Eleanor Green / Mary Norton Silk Crepe Pink Short Sleeve Vintage 50s Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Chic and flattering late 1950s ELEANOR GREEN for MARY NORTON pink silk crepe short sleeve dress! Features the perfect shade pink with a tailored bodice with intricate draping at the ...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

Beautiful Bill Blass Vintage Sz 6 / 8 Navy Blue Silk Satin 90s Gown + Shawl
Beautiful Bill Blass Vintage Sz 6 / 8 Navy Blue Silk Satin 90s Gown + Shawl

Beautiful Bill Blass Vintage Sz 6 / 8 Navy Blue Silk Satin 90s Gown + Shawl

By Bill Blass

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful 1990s BILL BLASS Couture navy blue silk satin strapless mermaid gown and matching shawl. Strapless bodice features a super soft silk velvet in navy. Interior support holds ...

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1990s American Evening Gowns

1960s Tina Leser Mod One Piece Vintage Playsuit Romper 60s Swimsuit Flowers
1960s Tina Leser Mod One Piece Vintage Playsuit Romper 60s Swimsuit Flowers

1960s Tina Leser Mod One Piece Vintage Playsuit Romper 60s Swimsuit Flowers

Located in San Diego, CA

Rare early 60s TINA LESER one piece cotton play suit, roper swimsuit! One of the many great aspects about this piece is that it can be worn for so many different occasions. Yellow ba...

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1960s American Swimwear

Alexander McQueen purple silk taffeta evening jacket, fw 2007
Alexander McQueen purple silk taffeta evening jacket, fw 2007

Alexander McQueen purple silk taffeta evening jacket, fw 2007

By Alexander McQueen

Located in London, GB

Introducing a captivating Alexander McQueen evening jacket from the autumn-winter 2007 collection. This jacket is a true representation of the brand's innovative design and luxurious...

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Early 2000s Italian Jackets

Emilio Pucci Chain Embellished Cutout Open Back Black Evening Dress Gown
Emilio Pucci Chain Embellished Cutout Open Back Black Evening Dress Gown

Emilio Pucci Chain Embellished Cutout Open Back Black Evening Dress Gown

By Emilio Pucci

Located in Naples, FL

Emilio Pucci Chain Embellished Cutout Open Back Black Evening Dress Gown Black Emilio Pucci long sleeve cutout evening dress with open back featuring gold-tone chain-link accents an...

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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses and Gowns

Louis Vuitton Supreme X Leather Bomber Varsity Jacket Monogram Ltd Ed 50 New
Louis Vuitton Supreme X Leather Bomber Varsity Jacket Monogram Ltd Ed 50 New

Louis Vuitton Supreme X Leather Bomber Varsity Jacket Monogram Ltd Ed 50 New

By Louis Vuitton Supreme, Louis Vuitton

Located in Miami, FL

Guaranteed authentic highly coveted and sought after Louis Vuitton Supreme X Very Limited Edition LV Monogram leather bomber jacket. Red fabric around neck, cuffs, and hips with SUPR...

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2010s French Bomber Jackets

Yves Saint Laurent Smocked Floral-Print Silk-Chiffon Maxi Dress, SS1977
Yves Saint Laurent Smocked Floral-Print Silk-Chiffon Maxi Dress, SS1977

Yves Saint Laurent Smocked Floral-Print Silk-Chiffon Maxi Dress, SS1977

By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Geneva, CH

Cut from airy sheer silk chiffon, this rare 1977 Spring-Summer Saint Laurent Rive Gauche maxi dress is shirred from under the chest to the hips for a flattering - though comfortable ...

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1970s French Maxi Dresses

1950S Black Nylon/Lace Bullet Bra
1950S Black Nylon/Lace Bullet Bra

1950S Black Nylon/Lace Bullet Bra

Located in New York, NY

1950S Black Nylon/Lace Bullet Bra

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1950s Bras

Boucheron Paris 1940s Art Deco Sterling Gold Ruby Necklace Compact
Boucheron Paris 1940s Art Deco Sterling Gold Ruby Necklace Compact

Boucheron Paris 1940s Art Deco Sterling Gold Ruby Necklace Compact

$12,000Sale Price|20% Off

H 3 in W 2.25 in D 0.5 in

Boucheron Paris 1940s Art Deco Sterling Gold Ruby Necklace Compact

By Boucheron

Located in University City, MO

Boucheron Paris 1940s Art Deco sterling, gold & ruby jeweled compact - necklace The exquisite Boucheron compact is designed with a beautiful gold pierced cut out panel; illustrated...

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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Ruby, Gold, Sterling Silver

Haute-Couture Chanel coat-dress pink wild silk
Haute-Couture Chanel coat-dress pink wild silk

Haute-Couture Chanel coat-dress pink wild silk

By Chanel

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Haute-Couture Chanel coat-dress shall numbered in pink wild silk and mother of pearl buttons

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1970s American Cocktail Dresses

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN pink LEATHER CROPPED BIKER Jacket 40
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN pink LEATHER CROPPED BIKER Jacket 40

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN pink LEATHER CROPPED BIKER Jacket 40

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Zürich, CH

Alexander McQueen cropped biker jacket in pale pink textured calf leather. With epaulettes, buttoned notch collar, zipper pocket on the chest, buttoned flap pocket on the front, belt...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Jackets

S/S 1992 Gianni Versace Light Green Ribbed Knit Bodycon Mini Dress Cap Sleeve
S/S 1992 Gianni Versace Light Green Ribbed Knit Bodycon Mini Dress Cap Sleeve

S/S 1992 Gianni Versace Light Green Ribbed Knit Bodycon Mini Dress Cap Sleeve

By Gianni Versace

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This ribbed bright green Gianni Versace mini dress, designed by Gianni Versace for the Spring/Summer 1992 collection, is a form-fitting bodycon piece. It features off-the-shoulder pe...

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1990s Italian Day Dresses

1960's Nina Ricci Black Couture Dress with Mink Trim
1960's Nina Ricci Black Couture Dress with Mink Trim

1960's Nina Ricci Black Couture Dress with Mink Trim

By Nina Ricci

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Elegant couture made late 1960's black silk cocktail dress with fitted corset bustier and dark brown mink fur trimmed bodice. The full skirt adds a touch of volume to the dress. Hand...

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1960s French Cocktail Dresses

1960s Bubblegum Pink Silk Chiffon High Neck Demi Couture Vintage 60s Gown Dress
1960s Bubblegum Pink Silk Chiffon High Neck Demi Couture Vintage 60s Gown Dress

1960s Bubblegum Pink Silk Chiffon High Neck Demi Couture Vintage 60s Gown Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Chic 1960s demi couture bubblegum pink silk chiffon high neck gown! Features hand embroidery up the center front, collar, and back neck. Low cut back features a bow with full metal z...

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1960s American Evening Gowns

Thierry Mugler Sweetheart Neckline Dress
Thierry Mugler Sweetheart Neckline Dress

Thierry Mugler Sweetheart Neckline Dress

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Berlin, BE

In this stunning dress, Thierry Mugler once again proves that fashion is not merely worn - it’s performed. A masterclass in theatrical femininity, this mid-century-inspired silhouett...

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1990s French Day Dresses

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Medieval Gowns For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our collection of medieval gowns. Many people prefer Beige medieval gowns, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find Brown, Black and more options on these pages. Medieval gowns designed by Alberta Ferretti, Biba and Gianni Versace — each of whom created beautiful versions of these treasured items — are worth considering.

How Much are Medieval Gowns?

Prices for medieval gowns can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $395 and can go as high as $16,880, while these items, on average, fetch $2,100.

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.

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