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1992 Thierry Mugler Museum Exhibit Vintage Dress Rarity
1992 Thierry Mugler Museum Exhibit Vintage Dress Rarity

1992 Thierry Mugler Museum Exhibit Vintage Dress Rarity

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ

1992 Thierry Mugler Museum Exhibit Vintage Dress Rarity Shoulders: 44 cm / 17.32 in Armpits: 49 cm

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1990s French Day Dresses

Museum Worthy 1980s Jean Paul Gaultier Pour Equator Dress
Museum Worthy 1980s Jean Paul Gaultier Pour Equator Dress

Museum Worthy 1980s Jean Paul Gaultier Pour Equator Dress

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in Bressanone, Trentino-Alto Adige

Museum-Worthy 1980s Jean Paul Gaultier Pour Equator Maxi black Dress in lycra, with silk bow

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1980s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Issey Miyake Black Pleated Sculptural Maxi Dress, 1990s Museum Collection
Issey Miyake Black Pleated Sculptural Maxi Dress, 1990s Museum Collection

Issey Miyake Black Pleated Sculptural Maxi Dress, 1990s Museum Collection

By Issey Miyake

Located in Boca Raton, FL

, and do not crease. From the Nineties, this beautiful dress is a fine example of Miyake’s interest in

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1990s Japanese Evening Dresses and Gowns

Museum Gianni Versace Couture 1994 Gold Metal Oroton Toga Mini Dress
Museum Gianni Versace Couture 1994 Gold Metal Oroton Toga Mini Dress

Museum Gianni Versace Couture 1994 Gold Metal Oroton Toga Mini Dress

By Gianni Versace Couture

Located in Jersey City, NJ

This extraordinary Gianni Versace Couture dress from 1994 is a dazzling showcase of the house’s

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

UNWORN Gianni Versace 1994 Medusa Metallic Golden Leather Dress Museum Piece 44
UNWORN Gianni Versace 1994 Medusa Metallic Golden Leather Dress Museum Piece 44

UNWORN Gianni Versace 1994 Medusa Metallic Golden Leather Dress Museum Piece 44

By Gianni Versace Couture, Gianni Versace

Located in Switzerland, CH

ULTRAFAMOUS DRESS BY GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE THE DRESS OF THE SEASON - FEATURED IN VERSACE AD

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Dolce & Gabbana Grunge Dress Early 1993-1994 F/W Museum, Collectors
Dolce & Gabbana Grunge Dress Early 1993-1994 F/W Museum, Collectors

Dolce & Gabbana Grunge Dress Early 1993-1994 F/W Museum, Collectors

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Los Angeles, CA

silk chiffon. Fitted bodice. Dress can be found in permanent museum collections. See photo of LACMA

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20th Century Evening Dresses

CHANEL 16K$ Paris / Edinburgh Museum Level Tweed Dress 36 FR
CHANEL 16K$ Paris / Edinburgh Museum Level Tweed Dress 36 FR

CHANEL 16K$ Paris / Edinburgh Museum Level Tweed Dress 36 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

CHANEL Paris / Edinburgh 2013 Haute Couture Tweed Dress ~ A Mastery Relic of the House — Museum

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2010s Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Rare Yves Saint Laurent Jeweled Velvet Evening Dress in Book   Collectors Museum
Rare Yves Saint Laurent Jeweled Velvet Evening Dress in Book   Collectors Museum

Rare Yves Saint Laurent Jeweled Velvet Evening Dress in Book Collectors Museum

By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Los Angeles, CA

iconic evening dress is now considered museum worthy and a collectible. Seen on celebrities and

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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses

THIERRY MUGLER F/W 1986 Runway "Les Milteuses" Museum-Held Dress
THIERRY MUGLER F/W 1986 Runway "Les Milteuses" Museum-Held Dress

THIERRY MUGLER F/W 1986 Runway "Les Milteuses" Museum-Held Dress

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Berlin, BE

Thierry Mugler Fall Winter 1986 “Les Milteuses” archival runway dress Brand: Thierry Mugler

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1980s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses

1960s Pierre Cardin Museum Held Bright Orange Space Age Petal Hem Vintage Dress
1960s Pierre Cardin Museum Held Bright Orange Space Age Petal Hem Vintage Dress

1960s Pierre Cardin Museum Held Bright Orange Space Age Petal Hem Vintage Dress

By Pierre Cardin, Pierre Cardin Couture

Located in San Diego, CA

This circa 1968 Pierre Cardin bright orange wool sleeveless late 60s Space Age vintage dress with

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1960s Cocktail Dresses

Hanae Mori Haute Couture Printed Silk Chiffon Dress
Hanae Mori Haute Couture Printed Silk Chiffon Dress

Hanae Mori Haute Couture Printed Silk Chiffon Dress

By Hanae Mori

Located in London, GB

on the cuffs. Simply beautiful. Condition is excellent and museum worthy. The dress is near perfect

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1970s Japanese Maxi Dress

Christian Dior Spring 2019 Runway Kaleidoscope Silk Dress FR 36
Christian Dior Spring 2019 Runway Kaleidoscope Silk Dress FR 36

Christian Dior Spring 2019 Runway Kaleidoscope Silk Dress FR 36

By Christian Dior

Located in Woodland Hills, CA

Christian Dior Spring 2019 Runway Kaleidoscope Silk Dress FR 36 This museum-worthy Christian Dior

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2010s French Day Dresses

Museum quality Chanel black silk taffeta one shoulder evening gown
Museum quality Chanel black silk taffeta one shoulder evening gown

Museum quality Chanel black silk taffeta one shoulder evening gown

By Chanel

Located in Sheung Wan, HK

. - Pleated shoulder and bottom part of the dress. - Two layers. - Side zipper closure. - Three hooks

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1980s French Evening Gowns

Rare 1990s Azzedine Alaia Black Lycra Gown Runway Sample Museum
Rare 1990s Azzedine Alaia Black Lycra Gown Runway Sample Museum

Rare 1990s Azzedine Alaia Black Lycra Gown Runway Sample Museum

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in New York, NY

Rare Iconic 1990s Azzedine ALAIA Black Ribbed Lycra and Net Sleeveless Gown; V-Neck with Paneled Bodice; Deep V-back with Single Hook and Eye Strap; Full Length Skirt with Fishtail H...

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1990s French Evening Gowns

BALENCIAGA Museum Re-edition From 1960s Strapless Gown With Long Train
BALENCIAGA Museum Re-edition From 1960s Strapless Gown With Long Train

BALENCIAGA Museum Re-edition From 1960s Strapless Gown With Long Train

By Balenciaga

Located in 上海市, Xuhui district

About Balenciaga Edition: The "Balenciaga Edition" refers to a special line of garments and accessories that Balenciaga introduced in 2012. This line reinterprets iconic designs fro...

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2010s Unknown Evening Dresses and Gowns

BALENCIAGA Museum Re-edition From 1960s Black Strapless Gown With Long Train
BALENCIAGA Museum Re-edition From 1960s Black Strapless Gown With Long Train

BALENCIAGA Museum Re-edition From 1960s Black Strapless Gown With Long Train

By Balenciaga

Located in 上海市, Xuhui district

About Balenciaga Edition: The "Balenciaga Edition" refers to a special line of garments and accessories that Balenciaga introduced in 2012. This line reinterprets iconic designs fro...

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2010s Evening Dresses and Gowns

John Galliano Autumn/Winter 1988 ‘Hairclips’ Runway Bias Cut Crêpe Gown Museum
John Galliano Autumn/Winter 1988 ‘Hairclips’ Runway Bias Cut Crêpe Gown Museum

John Galliano Autumn/Winter 1988 ‘Hairclips’ Runway Bias Cut Crêpe Gown Museum

By John Galliano

Located in Manchester, GB

John Galliano Autumn/Winter 1988 ‘Hairclips’ black satin backed viscose crêpe bias cut gown with pointed panels, open cowled back, and flared godet skirt. This season was the first ...

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1980s European Evening Gowns

CHANEL 15K$ Paris / BYZANCE Museum Grade Ensemble 36 FR
CHANEL 15K$ Paris / BYZANCE Museum Grade Ensemble 36 FR

CHANEL 15K$ Paris / BYZANCE Museum Grade Ensemble 36 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

~ Exquisite Museum worth ensemble ~ shimmering coat and matching dress ~ from Runway of Paris

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2010s Dress and Coat Ensembles

MUSEUM Chanel F/W 1991 Hip-Hop Baby Blue Silk Taffeta Ballgown
MUSEUM Chanel F/W 1991 Hip-Hop Baby Blue Silk Taffeta Ballgown

MUSEUM Chanel F/W 1991 Hip-Hop Baby Blue Silk Taffeta Ballgown

By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in Jersey City, NJ

Ghauri in Vogue Italia. Decades later, it was rightfully included in The Metropolitan Museum of Art

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1990s French Ball Gowns

1970s Gina Fratini Cream Silk and Lace Wedding Dress
1970s Gina Fratini Cream Silk and Lace Wedding Dress

1970s Gina Fratini Cream Silk and Lace Wedding Dress

By Gina Fratini

Located in London, GB

seen outside of a museum. The floor length dress has an empire waist and is made of the finest cream

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1970s British Wedding Dresses

S/S 2003 Vintage Tom Ford For Gucci Greek Goddess Silk Gown as seen in Museum
S/S 2003 Vintage Tom Ford For Gucci Greek Goddess Silk Gown as seen in Museum

S/S 2003 Vintage Tom Ford For Gucci Greek Goddess Silk Gown as seen in Museum

By Tom Ford for Gucci

Located in Montgomery, TX

S/S 2003 Vintage Tom Ford For Gucci Greek Goddess Silk Gown as seen in Museum Editor’s note: Imbued

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Dresses

Paco Rabanne 1985 "House of Medici" Haute Couture Gown     Museum Collectors
Paco Rabanne 1985 "House of Medici" Haute Couture Gown     Museum Collectors

Paco Rabanne 1985 "House of Medici" Haute Couture Gown Museum Collectors

By Paco Rabanne

Located in Los Angeles, CA

1985 Paco Rabanne Couture one-of-a-kind couture gown fashioned of silk velvet with bolero of heavily embroidered soutache and sequins in a floral motif. The attached bolero give th...

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1980s Court Gowns

1970's André Courreges Hyperbole Beige Knit Sleeveless Logo A-Line Dress
1970's André Courreges Hyperbole Beige Knit Sleeveless Logo A-Line Dress

1970's André Courreges Hyperbole Beige Knit Sleeveless Logo A-Line Dress

By Courreges Hyperbole, Courrèges

Located in Toronto, Ontario

1970's Courreges Hyperbole beige wool sleeveless logo A-line dress. A classic, museum worthy piece

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1970s European Informal Dresses

Alexander McQueen Chiffon Embellished Dress With Ostrich Feathers, FW 2006
Alexander McQueen Chiffon Embellished Dress With Ostrich Feathers, FW 2006

Alexander McQueen Chiffon Embellished Dress With Ostrich Feathers, FW 2006

By Alexander McQueen

Located in London, GB

Alexander McQueen museum-grade evening dress featuring a high ruffled collar and elaborate bugle

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

CHANEL Paris / Byzance Collectors Artifact Tunic Dress 34 FR
CHANEL Paris / Byzance Collectors Artifact Tunic Dress 34 FR

CHANEL Paris / Byzance Collectors Artifact Tunic Dress 34 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

CHANEL · Museum-Level Woven Tunic Dress — Runway of PARIS / BYZANCE Métiers d’Art 2011

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2010s Tunics and Wrap Dresses

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

across right side of underskirt. Made in Italy. Same piece is currently at the Victoria & Albert Museum

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Dresses

Vintage Alexander McQueen Fall 2010 Angels and Demons Knit Dress
Vintage Alexander McQueen Fall 2010 Angels and Demons Knit Dress

Vintage Alexander McQueen Fall 2010 Angels and Demons Knit Dress

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Montgomery, TX

Alexander McQueen Fall 2010 Angels and Demons Knit Dress – Museum-Worthy Icon A stunning piece

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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Shahla Dorriz for Natalie Cole Custom Made Crystal Embellished Gown
Shahla Dorriz for Natalie Cole Custom Made Crystal Embellished Gown

Shahla Dorriz for Natalie Cole Custom Made Crystal Embellished Gown

Located in Montgomery, TX

part of the Grammy Museum Archives! Truly collectible dress! Excellent condition.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Evening Dresses

Statue of Artemis Mytilene 43" Roman, 4th BC, Museum Replica Cultured Marble
Statue of Artemis Mytilene 43" Roman, 4th BC, Museum Replica Cultured Marble

Statue of Artemis Mytilene 43" Roman, 4th BC, Museum Replica Cultured Marble

By LAGU

Located in İSTANBUL, TR

artifacts from the Ottoman period. In the museum, there are dresses, jewelry, coins, ornaments and other

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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Classical Greek Figurative Sculptures

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Statuary Marble, Metal

Antique Costume Print Tartar Prince, Exotic Dress, Jefferys 1749
Antique Costume Print Tartar Prince, Exotic Dress, Jefferys 1749

Antique Costume Print Tartar Prince, Exotic Dress, Jefferys 1749

Located in Langweer, NL

engraving, cultural print, traditional dress, museum style print

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Antique Mid-18th Century British Prints

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Paper

Circa 1880 Sioux Beaded Hide Dress with Geometric Yoke and Fringe, Plains Art
Circa 1880 Sioux Beaded Hide Dress with Geometric Yoke and Fringe, Plains Art

Circa 1880 Sioux Beaded Hide Dress with Geometric Yoke and Fringe, Plains Art

By Sioux Indian Art

Located in Denver, CO

This extraordinary antique Sioux beaded hide dress, dating circa 1880, is a rare and authentic

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Antique Late 19th Century American Native American Native American Objects

Materials

Hide, Beads

Renaissance Spain Costume & Armour Print, 1880 Chromolithograph by Tilke
Renaissance Spain Costume & Armour Print, 1880 Chromolithograph by Tilke

Renaissance Spain Costume & Armour Print, 1880 Chromolithograph by Tilke

Located in Langweer, NL

vertical structure of the composition and highlights the colourful armour and court dress. Museum glass is

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Antique 1880s German Prints

Materials

Paper

AntiqueRenaissance FleurDeLis Niello HighRelief Gilt Engraved Heraldry Reliquary
AntiqueRenaissance FleurDeLis Niello HighRelief Gilt Engraved Heraldry Reliquary

AntiqueRenaissance FleurDeLis Niello HighRelief Gilt Engraved Heraldry Reliquary

Located in Chicago, IL

Renaissance men's-cap ornaments in the collection of The British Museum photos (“dress-hooks” accession #s

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Antique 16th Century European Renaissance Brooches

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Gilt Metal, Niello, Silver, Copper

McEnroe / Borg
McEnroe / Borg

David YarrowMcEnroe / Borg, 2023

Price Upon Request

H 52 in W 71 in D 2 in

McEnroe / Borg

By David Yarrow

Located in Chicago, IL

do this was to hire the New York Transit Museum for the day and dress one of the period cars as if it

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Black and White Photography

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Archival Pigment

Recent Sales

Rare Museum worthy Mary Quant wool dress, circa 1960s.
Rare Museum worthy Mary Quant wool dress, circa 1960s.

Rare Museum worthy Mary Quant wool dress, circa 1960s.

By Mary Quant

Located in London, GB

and by promoting these and other fun fashions she encouraged young people to dress to please

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1960s British Sheath Dresses

Hanae Mori Museum Quality Chrysanthemum Caftan Dress / Gown
Hanae Mori Museum Quality Chrysanthemum Caftan Dress / Gown

Hanae Mori Museum Quality Chrysanthemum Caftan Dress / Gown

By Hanae Mori

Located in New York, NY

Hanae Mori Museum Quality Chrysanthemum Caftan Dress / Gown that is highly collectable. Dress

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1970s Japanese Evening Dresses and Gowns

Iconic Museum-worthy GIANNI VERSACE Atelier Long Black Dress
Iconic Museum-worthy GIANNI VERSACE Atelier Long Black Dress

Iconic Museum-worthy GIANNI VERSACE Atelier Long Black Dress

By Versace

Located in Montgomery, TX

best! Museum worthy dress! In perfect condition! Made in Italy Brand new, with tags. Comes with

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses

Museum Quality Courreges Metallic Ruffle Sash Evening Gown
Museum Quality Courreges Metallic Ruffle Sash Evening Gown

Museum Quality Courreges Metallic Ruffle Sash Evening Gown

By André Courrèges

Located in Athens, Agia Paraskevi

Museum Quality Courreges Metallic Ruffle Sash Evening Gown 1970's

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1970s French Maxi Dress

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Museum Quality Couture Cocktail Dress, Circa 1986
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Museum Quality Couture Cocktail Dress, Circa 1986

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Museum Quality Couture Cocktail Dress, Circa 1986

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Bethesda, MD

Rare, museum quality Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche YSL cocktail dress, circa 1986. This stunning

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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Moschino Couture Concord Airplane Shift Dress
Moschino Couture Concord Airplane Shift Dress

Moschino Couture Concord Airplane Shift Dress

By Moschino Couture, Moschino

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Moschino couture concord airplane shift dress Museum quality piece by Moschino Couture sporting a

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1980s Italian Shift Dresses

Christian Dior 1969 Haute Couture Silk Gown Kimono Sleeves- In Met Museum
Christian Dior 1969 Haute Couture Silk Gown Kimono Sleeves- In Met Museum

Christian Dior 1969 Haute Couture Silk Gown Kimono Sleeves- In Met Museum

By Christian Dior, Marc Bohan

Located in New York, NY

. An example of this dress in cream was donated to the Metropolitan Museum of Art by Sunny von Bülow

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1960s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2007 Emerald silk gown
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2007 Emerald silk gown

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2007 Emerald silk gown

By Alexander McQueen

Located in LONDON, GB

sporadically through storage, this doesn't detract from this beautiful museum quality dress.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Dresses

1920's Museum Piece Silk and Sheer Panel Floral Fluted Dress
1920's Museum Piece Silk and Sheer Panel Floral Fluted Dress

1920's Museum Piece Silk and Sheer Panel Floral Fluted Dress

Located in Houston, TX

Romantic vintage maxi dress with matching bolero. This ankle length dress features alternating

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1920s Unknown Suits, Outfits and Ensembles

Halston Black Satin Backed Crepe Wrap Dress, Museum Deaccession
Halston Black Satin Backed Crepe Wrap Dress, Museum Deaccession

Halston Black Satin Backed Crepe Wrap Dress, Museum Deaccession

By Halston

Located in New Hope, PA

This sleek wrap dress closes to the left of center front while the draped bodice wraps around the

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Late 20th Century American Day Dresses

Iconic Azzedine Alaia Black Knit Zipper Dress 1986 - Museum Piece
Iconic Azzedine Alaia Black Knit Zipper Dress 1986 - Museum Piece

Iconic Azzedine Alaia Black Knit Zipper Dress 1986 - Museum Piece

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Iconic 1986 black Azzedine Alaia knit hooded "zipper" dress. The collar can be zipped into a hood

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1980s French Day Dresses

1980s Valentino Museum long white and yellow dress
1980s Valentino Museum long white and yellow dress

1980s Valentino Museum long white and yellow dress

By Valentino

Located in Capri, IT

1980s Valentino museum long dress Unique pieces from the 80ies Totally made in itally, still

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1980s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

1980s Valentino Museum Piece White and Black dress
1980s Valentino Museum Piece White and Black dress

1980s Valentino Museum Piece White and Black dress

By Valentino

Located in Capri, IT

1980s Valentino museum long dress Unique pieces from the 80ies Totally made in itally, still with

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1980s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Chanel 16K$ Paris / Edinburgh Museum Level Tweed Dress 36 FR
Chanel 16K$ Paris / Edinburgh Museum Level Tweed Dress 36 FR

Chanel 16K$ Paris / Edinburgh Museum Level Tweed Dress 36 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

CHANEL Paris / Edinburgh 2013 Haute Couture Tweed Dress 
A Mastery Relic of the House — Museum

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2010s Cocktail Dresses

Vintage Issey Miyake Black Pleated Museum Collection Dress 1985
Vintage Issey Miyake Black Pleated Museum Collection Dress 1985

Vintage Issey Miyake Black Pleated Museum Collection Dress 1985

By Issey Miyake

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage Issey Miyake black pleated dress from 1985 collection. Collar can be worn down as shown or

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20th Century Japanese Evening Dresses and Gowns

Issey Miyake 1989 Reverse Pleats Black Sculptural Museum Quality Dress
Issey Miyake 1989 Reverse Pleats Black Sculptural Museum Quality Dress

Issey Miyake 1989 Reverse Pleats Black Sculptural Museum Quality Dress

By Issey Miyake

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Collection. Crafted in black polyester, an ideal fabric for pleating, this museum-quality dress showcases

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1980s Japanese Evening Dresses and Gowns

Iconic/Museum Vivienne Westwood Matisse Dress From World's End 1982
Iconic/Museum Vivienne Westwood Matisse Dress From World's End 1982

Iconic/Museum Vivienne Westwood Matisse Dress From World's End 1982

By Vivienne Westwood

Located in London, GB

Woman's toga dress printed with Henri Matisse's Femmes et Singes - Designed by Vivienne Westwood

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1980s British Toga Dresses

CHANEL 16K$ Paris / Edinburgh Museum Level Tweed Dress 36 FR
CHANEL 16K$ Paris / Edinburgh Museum Level Tweed Dress 36 FR

CHANEL 16K$ Paris / Edinburgh Museum Level Tweed Dress 36 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

CHANEL Paris / Edinburgh 2013 Haute Couture Tweed Dress A Mastery Relic of the House — Museum

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2010s Aesthetic Evening Dresses

CHANEL 16K$ Paris / Edinburgh Museum Level Tweed Dress 36 FR
CHANEL 16K$ Paris / Edinburgh Museum Level Tweed Dress 36 FR

CHANEL 16K$ Paris / Edinburgh Museum Level Tweed Dress 36 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

// Size mark 36 FR / Condition: never worn // — The entire form is lined in silk — the final mark of haute couture’s inner sanctum.

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2010s Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Dolce & Gabbana Museum Piece Asian Inspired Dragon Fan Print Dress, 1990s
Dolce & Gabbana Museum Piece Asian Inspired Dragon Fan Print Dress, 1990s

Dolce & Gabbana Museum Piece Asian Inspired Dragon Fan Print Dress, 1990s

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in San Francisco, CA

Dolce & Gabbana 1999 black and red dress as seen in the collection at the Museum at FIT. Slinky

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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

James Galanos Met Museum Collection Blue Deep V Neck Belted Gown Dress
James Galanos Met Museum Collection Blue Deep V Neck Belted Gown Dress

James Galanos Met Museum Collection Blue Deep V Neck Belted Gown Dress

By Galanos

Located in San Francisco, CA

Bright blue James Galanos 1984 crepe gown from the costume collection of the Metropolitan Museum of

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1980s Cocktail Dresses

Alaia Vintage Goddess Mini Dress, 1991
Alaia Vintage Goddess Mini Dress, 1991

Alaia Vintage Goddess Mini Dress, 1991

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage Azzedine Alaia ultra-rare museum quality Goddess Mini Dress with halter plunge neckline

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1990s French Mini Dress

Patrick Kelly Ribbon Bow Dress Documented
Patrick Kelly Ribbon Bow Dress Documented

Patrick Kelly Ribbon Bow Dress Documented

By Patrick Kelly

Located in New York, NY

an exhibit at The Philadelphia Museum of Art. A dress of this same cut and fabric was showcased in

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1980s French Mini Dress

Rare Museum Quality Red Silk Embroidered Kimono w. Ivory & Gold Cascading Lotus
Rare Museum Quality Red Silk Embroidered Kimono w. Ivory & Gold Cascading Lotus

Rare Museum Quality Red Silk Embroidered Kimono w. Ivory & Gold Cascading Lotus

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This striking Kimono is composed of a pure red silk and features contrasting cascading flowers in gold and ivory with smaller multi-color flowers at the shoulders and hem. Comprised...

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Late 20th Century Unknown Evening Gowns

CHANEL 15K$ Paris / BYZANCE Museum Grade Ensemble 36 FR
CHANEL 15K$ Paris / BYZANCE Museum Grade Ensemble 36 FR

CHANEL 15K$ Paris / BYZANCE Museum Grade Ensemble 36 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

// Size mark 36 FR for both pieces / Condition: never worn // - made of beige, burgundy, ecru cashmere with subtly shimmering metallic coating

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2010s Dress and Coat Ensembles

Versace Black Bondage Dress 1992
Versace Black Bondage Dress 1992

Versace Black Bondage Dress 1992

By Gianni Versace, Versace

Located in Los Angeles, CA

. Tiny amber colored rhinestones decorate selected pieces of the gilt hardware. This museum caliber dress

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1990s Italian Aesthetic Evening Dresses

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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

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By Valentino

Located in Miami, FL

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2010s Italian High Heels

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Pink Silk Dress Hand Beaded "Gatsby" Flapper Dress 1920s

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Located in Wallkill, NY

They are getting harder to find, and even harder to find in wearable condition. This silk pink dream is all hand beaded. Stunning T back. Bugle beading around the neckline and arms. ...

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Late 19th Century Unknown Sheath Dresses

1990s Michael Casey Silk Ombre Botanical-Patterned Strapless Gown W/ Train
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By Michael Casey

Located in Gresham, OR

A lovely 1990s Michael Casey silk ombre botanical-patterned silk chiffon strapless gown with ruching and gathering at bodice. Asymmetrical delicate bronze toned bamboo leaf beaded g...

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1990s American Evening Gowns

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By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in San Diego, CA

Drop dead gorgeous vintage Yves Saint Laurent 'Rive Gauche' YSL black dress! Quite possibly the most flattering dress I have ever seen! This rare beauty does wonders for the body! Co...

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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

2009 Ralph Lauren Collection Purple Label Gold Hand-beaded Silk Gown
2009 Ralph Lauren Collection Purple Label Gold Hand-beaded Silk Gown

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By Ralph Lauren Purple Label

Located in Kingston, NY

Runway Collection $20,000 Original Retail Made in Italy An extraordinary couture creation from the 2009 Ralph Lauren Purple Label Collection, this gold gown is a masterclass in even...

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Gowns

1940s Lilli Ann Silk Jacket with Elaborate Detail
1940s Lilli Ann Silk Jacket with Elaborate Detail

1940s Lilli Ann Silk Jacket with Elaborate Detail

By Lilli Ann

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous beige and grey silk and wool fitted 1940's jacket from Lilli Ann. The double breasted jacket has a winged front collar, long sleeves with fold back cuffs and front self c...

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1940s American Double-Breasted Jackets

A French Carven Couture Chiffon Evening Dress numbered 11150 Circa 1960/1970
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By Carven

Located in Toulon, FR

Circa 1960/1970 France Haute Couture evening dress from Carven House Designer in blue silk muslin from the 60s/70s. Bustier with thin straps and large low-cut neckline embroidered wi...

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1960s French Greek Style Dresses

GIVENCHY COUTURE A/W 1997 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Cheetah Print Faux Fur Paneled Coat
GIVENCHY COUTURE A/W 1997 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Cheetah Print Faux Fur Paneled Coat

GIVENCHY COUTURE A/W 1997 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Cheetah Print Faux Fur Paneled Coat

By Alexander McQueen, Givenchy

Located in Thiensville, WI

GIVENCHY COUTURE A/W 1997 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Cheetah Print Faux Fur Paneled Coat Brand / Manufacturer: Givenchy Couture Collection: A/W 1997 (Runway) Designer: Alexander McQueen Styl...

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1990s French Topcoats

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

A beautiful silk dress in a pink and green geometric print from Dolce & Gabbana. The bodice is vertically boned, fitted through to the hips and has an attached matching pink adjusta...

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1990s Italian Day Dresses

Giorgio Armani 1990s 90s Vintage Khaki / Light Green Herringbone Blazer Jacket
Giorgio Armani 1990s 90s Vintage Khaki / Light Green Herringbone Blazer Jacket

Giorgio Armani 1990s 90s Vintage Khaki / Light Green Herringbone Blazer Jacket

By Giorgio Armani

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautifully tailored vintage Giorgio Armani blazer! This fitted blazer is a khaki/ on the verge of light green, with herringbone print throughout. Two pockets at each side of the wai...

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1990s Italian Blazers

DOLCE & GABBANA Brown Fur Tote Bag Handbag HOBO Purse New Never used
DOLCE & GABBANA Brown Fur Tote Bag Handbag HOBO Purse New Never used

DOLCE & GABBANA Brown Fur Tote Bag Handbag HOBO Purse New Never used

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Wallkill, NY

Dolce Gabbana Hand Bag with a wide black leather strap. Inside zippered pocket. Animal Print Lining. Authenticity card inside pocket. New old stock Circa late 1980s early 90s, never ...

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1990s Italian Shoulder Bags

Chanel Silk Charmeuse Ribbon Trim Cocktail Dress Circa 1990s
Chanel Silk Charmeuse Ribbon Trim Cocktail Dress Circa 1990s

Chanel Silk Charmeuse Ribbon Trim Cocktail Dress Circa 1990s

By Chanel

Located in University City, MO

Chanel Silk charmeuse ribbon trim cocktail dress c 1990s Size 34 The elegant Chanel black silk evening dress is designed with slit detail on both shoulders accented with black ribb...

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1990s French Cocktail Dresses

Chanel Runway Spring 2000 Multi colored Silk Skirt-38
Chanel Runway Spring 2000 Multi colored Silk Skirt-38

Chanel Runway Spring 2000 Multi colored Silk Skirt-38

By Chanel

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Chanel Multi colored Silk Skirt-38 from the runway of the 2000 Spring/Summer collection. This adorable Chanel skirt is in excellent condition, it has minimal sign of use. It is made ...

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Early 2000s French Pencil Skirts

Alexander McQueen Fucsia viscose dress
Alexander McQueen Fucsia viscose dress

Alexander McQueen Fucsia viscose dress

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Capri, IT

Alexander McQueen Fucsia viscose dress McQueen adjustable flared dress totally made in italy size 40 composition: viscose

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

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Museum Dress For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact vintage or contemporary museum dress you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Black is a pretty popular color, but we also have Gray, Brown, Beige and more in stock now. Finding the perfect museum dress may mean sifting through those that were made during different time periods — popular versions were made as early as the 20th Century and a newer one, made as recently as the 21st Century, can also be found on the site. An accessory like this designed by Alexander McQueen, Gianni Versace and Dolce & Gabbana — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured item — is worth considering. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking these accessories, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

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On average, a museum dress on 1stDibs sells for $4,200, while they’re typically $565 on the low end and $150,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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From elegant museum-worthy vintage Chanel dresses and jackets to audacious T-shirts and trousers from provocative punk designer Vivienne Westwood, one thing is abundantly clear: If the clothing for sale on 1stDibs could talk, it would certainly make a statement. 

For fashion lovers, the 1990s have become associated with styles adopted by today’s supermodels and influencers — think John Galliano and Roberto Cavalli — but maybe ‘80s accessories are among your (guilty?) pleasures. 

Playful, boldly colored coats and outerwear from Moschino, Ralph Lauren and other titans of the era can take a simpler ensemble to the next level, while chic and practical suits from the likes of Christian Dior and Balmain endure for haute couture advocates and beyond. 

And vintage is the name of the game on today’s red carpets, too. Celebrity stylists are turning to archival pieces created by the likes of Bob Mackie, Thierry Mugler and Jean-Paul Gaultier as alternatives to new gowns plucked straight off the runway. Wearing such sought-after items gives celebrities instant allure and suggests a personal style that’s not only achingly glamorous but intellectually informed and influenced by a love of craftsmanship. 

Those seeking contemporary luxury looks and in-demand street-style fits can indulge in designs by Bottega Veneta, Miu Miu and Loro Piana, while pieces from Gucci, Yves Saint Laurent and Versace endure as examples of fashion’s most covetable goods. 

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