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Medieval Gowns

Gucci Medieval-Inspired Silk Handkerchief Hem Dress Gown
By Gucci
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 Black Velvet Chiffon Medieval Embroidery Corset Dress Gown 42
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Montgomery, TX
Alexander McQueen Black Velvet Chiffon Embellished Dress Gown Jessica Chastain was wearing an
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2010s Italian Evening Gowns

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
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

AlexanderMcQueen 2002 "Supercalifragilistic" Wool SilkChiffon Black Evening Gown
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Chicago, IL
British Alexander McQueen designed this curvaceous uniquely-draped black evening gown for his
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Early 2000s British Evening Dresses and Gowns

Valentino Evening Gown 2pc Set Documented Formal Beaded Mosaic Vintage S/S 89
By Valentino
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
This incredibly rare 2pc evening gown was made by Valentino for the 1989 Spring/Summer collection
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1980s Italian Evening Gowns

Vintage 1920's Gallenga Couture Metallic Stenciled Red Velvet Angel-Sleeve Gown
By Maria Monaci Gallenga
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Breathtaking Maria Monaci Gallenga Couture trained gown dating back to the mid-1920's. The textile
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1920s Italian Aesthetic Evening Dresses

1990s Demi-Couture Gold Silk Ball Gown w/ Velvet Sheath & Dramatic Satin Skirt
By Michael Casey
Located in Gresham, OR
A delicious 1990s Michael Casey Archive #2763 ball gown in golden pleated and "braided" silk boned
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1990s American Ball Gowns

Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage Thigh High Beaded Body Hugging Evening Dress New!
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
medieval goth look at the rolled neckline and arm holes. This is an expensive and very substantial piece
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20th Century Evening Dresses

Long Sleeve Woman's Dress in Olive Green Satin by Alberta Ferretti
By Alberta Ferretti
Located in Milano, IT
has floral embroideries that almost recall the fantasies of medieval clothes. Italian size 42
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1990s Italian Sac Dresses

Elegant Moroccan White Caftan with Gold Metallic Floral Brocade
Located in North Hollywood, CA
kind evening Moroccan Middle Eastern Moorish gown. The kaftan features a traditional neckline
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1970s Moroccan Caftans

Moroccan Kaftan in Turquoise Blue and Silver
Located in North Hollywood, CA
for a relaxed fit. One of a kind evening Moroccan Middle Eastern gown. The kaftan features a
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20th Century Moroccan Kaftans

1960s Moroccan Caftan Emerald Green and Gold Metallic Brocade Kaftan
Located in North Hollywood, CA
detailing around neckline, shoulders and cuffs. One of a kind evening Moroccan Middle Eastern gown. The
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20th Century Moroccan Kaftans

1970s Gina Fratini White Silk Organza Maxi Skirt and Blouse Set
By Gina Fratini
Located in London, GB
. Elizabeth Taylor famously chose a medieval style gown for her second marriage to Richard Burton
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1970s British Suits, Outfits and Ensembles

Moroccan White Kaftan Maxi Dress Caftan Size Large
Located in North Hollywood, CA
is embroidered and embellished entirely by hand. One of a kind evening Moroccan Middle Eastern gown
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20th Century Moroccan Kaftans

Moroccan Kaftan Orange and Purple Floral with Gold Embroidered Maxi Dress Caftan
Located in North Hollywood, CA
spaced gold button and loops. One of a kind evening Moroccan Middle Eastern gown. Vintage exotic 1970s
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20th Century Moroccan Kaftans

Elegant Moroccan Caftan in Blue Metallic Floral Brocade
Located in North Hollywood, CA
cuffs. One of a kind evening Moroccan Middle Eastern gown. The kaftan features a traditional neckline
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20th Century Moroccan Kaftans

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Maison Margiela Gold Kimono Inspired Artwork Bias Mixed Media Dress Gown New
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Maison Margiela by John Galliano mixed media kimono inspired print gown. Bodice fashioned of mustard scuba fabric with narrow asymmetric peplum at waist. Extends into gold silk...
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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses

1950s Emma Domb Black and Pink Tulle Party Dress
By Emma Domb
Located in San Francisco, CA
1950s Emma Domb Black and Pink Tulle Party Dress. Ruffled tulle bodice embellished with pearls. Ribbon embellishments. Two layers of black tulle over pink lining. Boned bodice. Worn ...
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1950s Evening Dresses

Vivienne Westwood black and gold mesh 'Open 24hrs' corset, fw 1993
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in London, GB
Vivienne Westwood black mesh corset with 'Open 24hrs' gold leaf print. Internal boning designed to cinch the waist and push the breasts up. Anglomania, Fall-Winter 1993
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1990s British Corsets

John Galliano Fall 1995 Corseted Gown
By John Galliano
Located in Prague, CZ
As seen in another fabric on the runway, this stunning sample of John Galliano Fall 1995 Corseted Gown in fabulous black! This dress can be worn TWO WAYS: with a corset facing outwar...
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1990s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage 1960's Pauline Trigere Seafoam Green Crepe One-Shoulder Gown & Fur Wrap
By Pauline Trigère
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Exceptional Pauline Trigere designer seafoam green bias-cut gown dating back to the late 1960's During this time period, Pauline Trigère's name was part of the glamorous excess in H...
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1960s American Aesthetic Evening Dresses

1980's Bob Mackie Ivory Embellished Sleeveless Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in North Hollywood, CA
1980's Bob Mackie ivory embellished sleeveless gown. Sleeveless white gown with beaded trim and beaded radiated stripe pattern throughout. Semi-sheer white mesh upper and back. Conce...
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1980s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Victorian Embroidered Batiste Lace Gown Hattie 1900s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Victorian embroidered cotton batiste lace gown embroidered with the name Hattie from the early 1900s. This beautiful gown was never worn, it still has the pencil order number written...
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Early 1900s American Maxi Dresses

Gianni Versace Red Leather Motorcycle Jacket and Skirt A/W 1994
By Gianni Versace
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous and rare red patent leather motorcycle jacket with matching skirt from Gianni Versace. It has all of Versace's amazing attention to detail including Medusa head pulls on t...
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1990s Italian Skirt Suits

Emanuel Ungaro Ethereal Silk Chiffon Bias Cut Dress Gown
By Emanuel Ungaro
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Emanuel Ungaro dreamlike evening dress fashioned of layers of silk chiffon. Shade is a very soft pearl white with underdress of light blue. So it creates an attractive visual sha...
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Early 2000s Evening Dresses

Byblos Ivory Silk Cocktail Dress, 2008
By Byblos
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Shining 2008 S/S Byblos silk cocktail dress. Wonderful work of draperies and embroided silk. Colour Ivory 100% silk Made in Italy Size 42 (It) - 6 (Us) New with tags ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

Giorgio Armani Strapless White and Silver Lace Gown
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Beautiful Giorgio Armani Strapless white and silver lace gown with iridescent beads. Lace has beautiful silver grey embroidery. Perfect for bridal gown. Fit size : Medium Bust: 40”/ ...
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1990s Italian Wedding Dresses

1990S ALBERTA FERRETTI Cream Bias Cut Silk Charmeuse & Tulle Lace Empire Waist 1
By Alberta Ferretti
Located in New York, NY
1990S ALBERTA FERRETTI Cream Bias Cut Silk Charmeuse & Tulle Lace Empire Waist Bridal Gown With Embroidered Sleeves
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1990s Italian Wedding Dresses

Stunning Original 1970s Jean-Louis Scherrer Dress Silk Poet Sleeve Bow Maxi 70s
By Jean-Louis Scherrer
Located in Berlin, BE
Stunning extremely rare creation by Fashion Icon Jean-Louis Scherrer. The softest liquid pure silk. Long maxi dress designed in the free spirit of the 1970s: Beautiful long cascadin...
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1970s French Wedding Dresses

A Silver Lamé Evening Dress by Lucile Manguin - France Haute Couture Circa 1940
By Lucile Manguin
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1940 France Sculptural silver lamé evening dress with a large oval neckline and small kimono sleeves by Lucile Manguin, member of the French haute couture union and daughter of...
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1940s French Evening Dresses

1920's Sequined Flapper Capelet
Located in Geneva, CH
Rare and hard-to-find garment, this fantastic mid 20’s Art-Deco evening cape will go with just about everything ! Made of black tulle and thousands of hand-sewn sparkling silver sequ...
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1920s Unknown Capes

Vintage 1951 Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Black Velvet Wide-Cuff Swing Coat
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Breathtaking Pierre Balmain Paris black velvet swing coat dating back to his documented 1951 Fall/Winter collection. Pierre Balmain worked under Robert Pigiuet, Molyneux, and Lucian ...
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1950s French Coats

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50s Sybil Connolly Signature Couture Eggplant Ruched Gown and Matching Wrap
By Sybil Connolly
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Truly rare and special piece by Irish Designer Sybil Connolly circa 1950s. Almost Medieval in feel
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1950s Irish Evening Gowns

1920s Art Deco Beaded Party Dress with Silk Velvet Jacket
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fantastic Art Deco black bengaline party dress has a Medieval inspired jagged hem with multi
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1920s Art Deco Evening Dresses

Gianni Versace Pale Blue Metal Mesh Sheath with Lace Overlay
By Gianni Versace
Located in New York, NY
medieval warrior but to drape as a fluidly and softly as a Madame Gres gown. Pale blue was a
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1980s Italian Sheath Dresses

1970s Shannon Rodgers for Jerry Silverman Red Aesthetic Maxi Dress
By Shannon Rodgers for Jerry Silverman, Jerry Silverman
Located in Houston, TX
medieval and renaissance dresses portrayed in Pre-Raphaelite paintings. Fabulous 1970s does 1870 Victorian
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1970s American Maxi Dress

1970 Biba Creme Satin Medieval Wizard Sleeve Button Down Full-Length Jacket Gown
By Biba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
shopped. This beautiful shimmering creme satin over-jacket gown is a perfect example of the brand's genius
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1970s English Aesthetic Evening Dresses

1990S ALBERTA FERRETTI Cream Bias Cut Silk Charmeuse & Organza Medieval Inspire
By Alberta Ferretti
Located in New York, NY
1990S ALBERTA FERRETTI Cream Bias Cut Silk Charmeuse & Organza Medieval Inspired Bridal Trained
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1990s Italian Wedding Dresses

1930s Midnight Blue Velvet Gown With Ornate Chord Embroidery
Located in London, GB
This striking 1930s velvet evening gown in midnight blue is in superb vintage condition and
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1930s Unknown Evening Gowns

Madame Babani Haute Couture Delphos Gown Circa 1920
By Babani
Located in Toulon, FR
Madame Babani Haute Couture Delphos Gown Circa 1920 Paris Circa 1920/1930 Satin electric blue silk
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1920s French Delphos Gowns

1930s Deep Purple Velvet Dress With Diamante Feather Design
Located in London, GB
This incredible 1930s gown in deep purple velvet with diamanté embellishment is tailored skilfully
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1930s Unknown Evening Gowns

Alexander McQueen Gold Metallic Dress from 2010
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
2010 Alexander McQueen Gold and black screen printed medieval, baroque inspired print dress. In
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Early 2000s British Evening Dresses

1920s Burnout Panne Silk Velvet Blue & Orange Flapper Dress & Jacket
Located in London, GB
has long medieval flared sleeves and can be tied at the centre front beneath the bust to accentuate
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1920s British Art Deco Evening Dresses and Gowns

John Galliano for Christian Dior Dress with Chainmail
By Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
phenomenal concoctions which were part gown part suit of armor. These collections were designed as the
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1990s French Cocktail Dresses

1970s Gina Fratini Chocolate Brown Silk Jersey Dress With Caped Sleeves
By Gina Fratini
Located in London, GB
. Elizabeth Taylor famously chose a medieval style gown for her second marriage to Richard Burton.
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1970s British Day Dresses

Rumak And Sample 1970s Silk Ivory Smock Dress With Butterfly Embroidery
Located in London, GB
sleeves and empire waistline create a romantic, medieval aesthetic with a lovely fluidity of movement in
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1970s British Vintage Bridal Gowns

1970s Simon Ellis Couture Trumpet Sleeve Wedding Dress
Located in London, GB
produced high end bridal gowns and occasion wear from the 1960s through to the 1990s. The first thing you
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1970s British Wedding Dresses

Elegant Moroccan Caftan Lime Green and Gold Metallic Floral Brocade
Located in North Hollywood, CA
detailing around neckline, shoulders and cuffs. One of a kind evening Moroccan Middle Eastern gown. The
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20th Century Moroccan Kaftans

1990's Thierry Mugler Haute Couture Blue Medieval Gown Jacket Ensemble With Tags
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Concord, NC
Gown Measurements: Bust- 34.5" Waist- 32" Length- 75" Jacket Measurements: Bust- 38" Length- 19
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1990s French Ball Gowns

Haute Couture Cream Medieval Cathedral Train Wedding Gown - Small, 1930s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Without question, one of the most exquisite bridal gowns we have ever seen. Despite its 4
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1930s Unknown Wedding Dresses

Thierry Mugler A/W 1997-1998 Paris Haute Couture Medieval Runway Gown Rare!
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Los Angeles, CA
. (identical gown shown in runway photos). Designed with medieval inspiration boasting high cowl neckline
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1990s Evening Gowns

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
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

1970 Black Net Medieval Style Sleeve Long Maxi Dress W/ Silver Embossing Size 6
Located in Gresham, OR
1970s Black net Medieval-inspired long sleeved maxi dress with silver metallic embossing allover
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1970s American Evening Gowns

Troubadour Renaissance Inspired Velvet & Brocade Evening Gown, c. 1970
Located in Doncaster, South Yorkshire
in a luxurious brocade that create a renaissance/ medieval fairytale inspired look and matches the
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1970s British Evening Gowns

Ivory Lace Bridal Shirtwaist Princess Tea Gown with Slashed Puff Sleeve–XS, 1950
Located in Tucson, AZ
A wedding gown that bridges centuries, this unusual dress combines Medieval slashed sleeves with
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1950s Unknown Wedding Dresses

1960s Emilio Pucci Rare Signature Print Vintage Blue & Black Velvet Dress
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Portland, OR
medieval element of the Palio with its wealth of geometric motifs and color that fascinated me.” Emilio
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1960s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Ian & Marcel Haute Couture Evening Dress, London Circa 1985
By Ian and Marcel
Located in Toulon, FR
label in London in the 1980s. Their inspiration is clearly medieval but also refers to Mariano Fortuny's
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1980s British Peplos

Ian & Marcel Evening Kimono in Silk and Rubber London Circa 1985/1990
By Ian and Marcel
Located in Toulon, FR
the 80s. Their inspiration is clearly medieval but also refers to the pleats of Mariano Fortuny to
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1980s French Caftans

Moroccan Vintage Caftan Lime Green and Silver Metallic Brocade
Located in North Hollywood, CA
cuffs. One of a kind evening Moroccan Middle Eastern gown. The kaftan features a traditional neckline
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20th Century Moroccan Kaftans

Elegant Moroccan Caftan Lime Green and Gold Metallic Floral Brocade
Located in North Hollywood, CA
with detailing around neckline, shoulders and cuffs. One of a kind evening Moroccan Middle Eastern gown
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20th Century Moroccan Kaftans

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

1970s Zandra Rhodes Hand Painted Gown
By Zandra Rhodes
Located in Rockwood, ON
A stunning, hand painted gown from Zandra Rhodes that was most likely a custom order and it is not
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1970s Evening Dresses and Gowns

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

Gianni Versace Metal-Mesh Black Tunic
By Gianni Versace
Located in New York, NY
medieval warrior but to drape as a fluidly and softly as a Madame Gres gown. RARE vintage
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1980s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Gianni Versace Gold Draped Metal Mesh Dress
By Gianni Versace
Located in New York, NY
medieval warrior but to drape as a fluidly and softly as a Madame Gres gown. RARE vintage
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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Gianni Versace Metal-Mesh Lime-Tone Dress with Medusa Buttons
By Gianni Versace
Located in New York, NY
medieval warrior but to drape as a fluidly and softly as a Madame Gres gown. RARE vintage
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1980s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vivienne Westwood Silk Evening Dress
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Dame of British Fashion. Her dresses always have a touch of the medieval grandness and class, e.g
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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses and Gowns

70'S MEDUSA
Located in Miami Beach, FL
-It Has A Total "Evil Woman" Aura And At The Same Time, Medieval . . . The Amazing Thing About It Is
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1970s English Evening Dresses and Gowns

1970s Scott Barrie Silk Ruched Maxi Dress
By Scott Barrie
Located in Rockwood, ON
a medieval type feel and really allows for volume through the sleeves. The waist has 5 full bands so
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1970s Evening Dresses and Gowns

1982 Gianni Versace Metal Mesh Oroton Toga Style Dress
By Gianni Versace
Located in New York, NY
armor of a medieval warrior but to drape as a fluidly and softly as a Madame Gres gown.
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1980s Italian Toga Dresses

Roberto Cavalli Burgundy and Red Silk Dress with Tassel
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire
wonderful stretch. Pattern is quite medieval, colour is burgundy with hints of gold opulence. Belt is satin
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

Roberto Cavalli Burgundy and Red Silk Dress with Tassel
Roberto Cavalli Burgundy and Red Silk Dress with Tassel
Size: top size small/skirt size medium
1960s Gold Paillette Chain Linked Gown
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This wonderful gown is done in the style of Paco Rabanne. with golden paillettes linked together by
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1960s Evening Gowns

1970s Zandra Rhodes Hand Painted Silk Gown
By Zandra Rhodes
Located in Rockwood, ON
A stunning, hand painted gown from Zandra Rhodes that was most likely a custom order and it is not
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1970s Evening Dresses

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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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. 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.

Evening dresses over time have conveyed specific statements about social class, position and beliefs. 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. 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.

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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