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Oscar de la Renta for Fred Hayman Beverly Hills 1986 Houston Museum Dress US 6
Oscar de la Renta for Fred Hayman Beverly Hills 1986 Houston Museum Dress US 6

Oscar de la Renta for Fred Hayman Beverly Hills 1986 Houston Museum Dress US 6

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in Montgomery, TX

Vintage Oscar de la Renta for Fred Hayman Beverly Hills Matelassé Evening Dress Gown Designer size - 6 C 1986 Collection Same dress located in the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston Amazin...

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Late 20th Century American Ball Gowns

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 / 19.29 in Length: 124 cm / 48.82 in Long dress with a full skirt.

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1990s French Day Dresses

Met Museum Moschino Cheap and Chic 1990s Vintage Women's Art Is Love Mini Dress
Met Museum Moschino Cheap and Chic 1990s Vintage Women's Art Is Love Mini Dress

Met Museum Moschino Cheap and Chic 1990s Vintage Women's Art Is Love Mini Dress

By Moschino Cheap and Chic

Located in Capri, IT

Met Museum wrote this about this amazing unique dress: Self-described “fashion philosopher” and “half tailor and half artist,” Franco Moschino eschewed the traditional labels associa...

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1990s Mini Dress

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, knitted sleeves and tulle skirt.

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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

Futuristic Japanese designer Issey Miyake is a master of form and fabric, known for creating beautiful sculptural garments that pay homage to the past while bringing us somewhere new...

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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 iconic innovation, crafted entirely from gold metal mesh Oroton.

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage Halston 1970s Lilac Cashmere Knit Halter Dress, Museum-Owned
Vintage Halston 1970s Lilac Cashmere Knit Halter Dress, Museum-Owned

Vintage Halston 1970s Lilac Cashmere Knit Halter Dress, Museum-Owned

By Halston

Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL

Details Tagged HALSTON (with a stamp that says, upside down, IRREGULAR; we don't see anything irregular about the piece). Formerly museum-owned (sewn in museum tag reads HALSTON 19...

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1970s American Cocktail Dresses

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

Fashioned of draped layers of black and creme silk chiffon. Fitted bodice. Dress can be found in permanent museum collections.

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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-Level Artefact ~ Estimated boutique value: over $16,000

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2010s Aesthetic Evening Dresses

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, Gianni Versace Couture

Located in Switzerland, CH

ULTRAFAMOUS DRESS BY GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE THE DRESS OF THE SEASON - FEATURED IN VERSACE AD CAMPAIGN OWN A PIECE OF FASHION HISTORY - A TRUE GEM SO HARD TO FIND IN EXCELLENT CON...

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

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

In addition to all the fashion magazines it is also featured in Tom Ford's book "Tom Ford" in a full page spread. This iconic evening dress is now considered museum worthy and a co...

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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses

Vintage Halston 1980s Coral Silk Crepe Asymmetrical Cocktail Dress Museum-Owned
Vintage Halston 1980s Coral Silk Crepe Asymmetrical Cocktail Dress Museum-Owned

Vintage Halston 1980s Coral Silk Crepe Asymmetrical Cocktail Dress Museum-Owned

By Halston

Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL

Preowned, vintage 1980 Halston coral silk crepe dress. Effortlessly elegant, this striking dress exemplifies Halston's mastery of clean lines, fluid draping, and sensual simplicity.

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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

Paco Rabanne Haute Couture Jeweled Necklace Caftan Dress Collectors, Museums
Paco Rabanne Haute Couture Jeweled Necklace Caftan Dress Collectors, Museums

Paco Rabanne Haute Couture Jeweled Necklace Caftan Dress Collectors, Museums

By Paco Rabanne

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A one-of-a-kind Couture Paco Rabanne circa 1970's. Fashioned of black burnout silk velvet with colors of orange, yellow, gold, in a zebra pattern. The attached oversized long Sautoi...

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1970s Caftans

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

THIERRY MUGLER F/W 1986 Collectors 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 Designer: Thierry Mugler Collection: Fall Winter 1986 Fabric: Wool Color: Black and red ...

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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 petalled / bubbled hem is part of the permanent collection at the Museum of Fine Art...

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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

Condition is excellent and museum worthy. The dress is near perfect condition; there is a small repaired tear in the end of the chiffon belt which will never be noticed.

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1970s Japanese Maxi Dress

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

- Vintage Chanel black silk taffeta one shoulder evening gown from circa late 80s collection. - Pleated shoulder and bottom part of the dress. - Two layers. - Side zipper closu...

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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

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 dress debuted on the runway during the Spring 2019 Ready-to-Wear collection, under ...

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2010s French Day Dresses

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

Off-White SS20 “Rete” White Lattice Maxi Dress with Neon Fringe, IT 38
Off-White SS20 “Rete” White Lattice Maxi Dress with Neon Fringe, IT 38

Off-White SS20 “Rete” White Lattice Maxi Dress with Neon Fringe, IT 38

By Off-White

Located in Woodland Hills, CA

Off-White SS20 “Rete” White Lattice Maxi Dress with Neon Fringe, IT 38 Description: From Virgil Abloh’s Spring/Summer 2020 Off-White™ collection, this rare “Rete” maxi dress is a mu...

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2010s Italian Day Dresses

Museum 1920s Mariano Fortuny Delphos Amber Gold Pleated Silk Murano Gown
Museum 1920s Mariano Fortuny Delphos Amber Gold Pleated Silk Murano Gown

Museum 1920s Mariano Fortuny Delphos Amber Gold Pleated Silk Murano Gown

By Mariano Fortuny

Located in Jersey City, NJ

Designed by Mariano Fortuny in the early 20th century, it redefined the concept of women's dress through its radical simplicity, unparalleled craftsmanship, and timeless beauty.

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1920s Italian Delphos Gowns

CHANEL 15K$ Paris / BYZANCE Museum Level Collectible Suit 36 FR
CHANEL 15K$ Paris / BYZANCE Museum Level Collectible Suit 36 FR

CHANEL 15K$ Paris / BYZANCE Museum Level Collectible Suit 36 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

The highest luxury is knowing you can afford restraint — and then choosing a little glow anyway Keywords: Chanel Paris Byzance 2011 Métiers d’Art, Karl Lagerfeld Byzance, Chanel co...

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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

When Karl Lagerfeld closed Chanel’s Fall Winter 1991 ready to wear show with a ballgown, he did not send it out with pearls and satin pumps. He cinched it with an oversized gold CHAN...

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1990s French Ball Gowns

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 with feminine charm is a dress crafted from Tom Ford’s imagination.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Dresses

Oscar De La Renta Museum Exhibited Hand Painted Floral CrepedeChine Kaftan 1980s
Oscar De La Renta Museum Exhibited Hand Painted Floral CrepedeChine Kaftan 1980s

Oscar De La Renta Museum Exhibited Hand Painted Floral CrepedeChine Kaftan 1980s

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in Chicago, IL

For perspective on other sales of well-documented pieces designed by the founder Oscar de la Renta and sold by 1stDibs dealers: a 2010-collection strapless maxi dress worn by actres...

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1980s American Caftans

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

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

This particular piece we feel is a little earlier; from the late 1970s or possibly early 1980s and is one of the most extravagant designs we have seen outside of a museum. The floor...

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1970s British Wedding Dresses

Pierre Cardin 1966 Mod Green Color Block Op Art Shift Dress
Pierre Cardin 1966 Mod Green Color Block Op Art Shift Dress

Pierre Cardin 1966 Mod Green Color Block Op Art Shift Dress

By Pierre Cardin

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This 1966 Pierre Cardin dress is a piece of fashion history—a true museum-worthy mod dress from one of the most iconic designers of the Space Age era. 

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20th Century Maxi Dresses

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 Courrèges, Courreges Hyperbole

Located in Toronto, Ontario

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

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1970s European Informal Dresses

Carolyn Roehm for I Magnin Navy Crepe & White Organza Off Shoulder Dress Size 16
Carolyn Roehm for I Magnin Navy Crepe & White Organza Off Shoulder Dress Size 16

Carolyn Roehm for I Magnin Navy Crepe & White Organza Off Shoulder Dress Size 16

By Carolyne Roehm

Located in Palm Desert, CA

She made many gorgeous, museum worthy dresses during her fashion career. Many other dresses in this once in a blue moon closet were never worn.

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Early 2000s American Cocktail Dresses

James Galanos Vintage 1990s Black Silk Starfish Print Slip Gown 90s Maxi Dress
James Galanos Vintage 1990s Black Silk Starfish Print Slip Gown 90s Maxi Dress

James Galanos Vintage 1990s Black Silk Starfish Print Slip Gown 90s Maxi Dress

By Galanos, James Galanos

Located in San Diego, CA

Vintage James Galanos, 1990s Galanos, James Galanos gown, James Galanos dress, vintage silk gown, black silk slip dress, silk evening gown, minimalist evening dress, old Hollywood gl...

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1990s American Evening Gowns

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 bead embroidery on the front and back.

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Paco Rabanne Haute Couture yellow ostrich feather mini dress, ss 1967
Paco Rabanne Haute Couture yellow ostrich feather mini dress, ss 1967

Paco Rabanne Haute Couture yellow ostrich feather mini dress, ss 1967

By Paco Rabanne

Located in London, GB

▪ Paco Rabanne Haute Couture mini dress ▪ Museum piece ▪ Constructed from a latticework or plexiglass, ostrich feathers, plastic and metal rings ▪ As seen on Brigitte Bardot in Rome...

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1960s 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 — // Comparable archivable pieces now exceed $8,000+ in the collector garments market ~ An es...

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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

Same piece is currently at the Victoria & Albert Museum in London. Identical dress shown at the Alexander McQueen “Savage Beauty” Met Exhibition.

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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 from the final collections overseen by Alexander McQueen himself, this 2010 bodycon kn...

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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Last Collection Alexander McQueen Angels and Demons 2010 Sz 8 Red Gold Dress
Last Collection Alexander McQueen Angels and Demons 2010 Sz 8 Red Gold Dress

Last Collection Alexander McQueen Angels and Demons 2010 Sz 8 Red Gold Dress

By Alexander McQueen

Located in San Diego, CA

It is both wearable art and museum-worthy couture. Model in video is US Size 6, and 5’8 feet tall (dress is clipped to fit her) Measurements: • Bust: 38 in / 96.5 cm • Waist: 32 ...

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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

S/S 1983 Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Runway Ad Black 'Le Smoking' Tuxedo Dress
S/S 1983 Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Runway Ad Black 'Le Smoking' Tuxedo Dress

S/S 1983 Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Runway Ad Black 'Le Smoking' Tuxedo Dress

By Saint Laurent

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Held by the MET Museum in NYC, this dress appeared both on the runway and in the season's advertising campaign, as well as in a photograph by Roxanne Lowit.

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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

Maison Martin Margiela Plunging Bias Ruched High Slit Halter Black Dress ss 2008
Maison Martin Margiela Plunging Bias Ruched High Slit Halter Black Dress ss 2008

Maison Martin Margiela Plunging Bias Ruched High Slit Halter Black Dress ss 2008

By Maison Martin Margiela

Located in Chicago, IL

These maneuvers can secure the front shoulders of the top like the Martin Margiela Spring/Summer 1997 "Stockman evening dress" in the museum collection of TheMet (see our pic of its ...

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Early 2000s Italian Aesthetic Evening 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

Approximately Size 4/6 Bust 36", Waist 28" (please note that it's easily adjustable), Waist 26" It was also a part of the Grammy Museum Archives! Truly collectible dress! Excellent c...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Evening Dresses

Museum Quality Native American Sioux Beaded Hide Dress Antique Plains 1880
Museum Quality Native American Sioux Beaded Hide Dress Antique Plains 1880

Museum Quality Native American Sioux Beaded Hide Dress Antique Plains 1880

By Sioux Indian Art

Located in Denver, CO

Exceptional museum-quality circa 1880 Native American Sioux beaded hide dress, representing one of the most significant and visually compelling forms of Plains Indian material cultur...

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Antique Late 19th Century American Native American Native American Objects

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Hide, Beads

The Souper Dress screenprint cellulose w/ label, edition at Warhol & Met Museums
The Souper Dress screenprint cellulose w/ label, edition at Warhol & Met Museums

The Souper Dress screenprint cellulose w/ label, edition at Warhol & Met Museums

By Andy Warhol

Located in New York, NY

(the first photo is the actual dress; the third photograph is a stock image of a different example at the Warhol museum, to show how the dress looks on a mannequin) Own a famous pie...

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1960s Pop Art More Art

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Cotton, Mixed Media, Screen

London Series 1st Edition Poster Dresses a Framed Set of All Five Paper Dresses
London Series 1st Edition Poster Dresses a Framed Set of All Five Paper Dresses

London Series 1st Edition Poster Dresses a Framed Set of All Five Paper Dresses

By Harry Gordon

Located in New Hope, PA

This rare and complete set of five London Series Poster Dresses was designed by Harry Gordon in 1968. Included in countless museum and private collections these dresses are highly co...

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1960s American Decorative Objects

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

A generous mat border enhances the vertical structure of the composition and highlights the colourful armour and court dress. Museum glass is recommended to preserve the fine chromol...

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Antique 1880s German Prints

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Paper

Yves Saint Laurent F/W 87 Runway Black Croc Embossed Leather Vintage 80s Belt
Yves Saint Laurent F/W 87 Runway Black Croc Embossed Leather Vintage 80s Belt

Yves Saint Laurent F/W 87 Runway Black Croc Embossed Leather Vintage 80s Belt

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in San Diego, CA

Features black alligator embossed leather with silver gunmetal buckle. Dress this museum piece up or down. Pair with jeans and a tank, or throw it over a dress.

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1980s French Belts

Antique Renaissance Fleur De Lis Niello High Relief Gilt Engraved Reliquary
Antique Renaissance Fleur De Lis Niello High Relief Gilt Engraved Reliquary

Antique Renaissance Fleur De Lis Niello High Relief Gilt Engraved Reliquary

Located in Chicago, IL

Based on construction seen in Renaissance men's-cap ornaments in the collection of The British Museum photos (“dress-hooks” accession #s 2002,0712.1 & 2001,1105.1), the hook that pie...

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Antique 16th Century European Renaissance Brooches

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Gilt Metal, Niello, Silver, Copper

McEnroe / Borg
McEnroe / Borg

McEnroe / Borg

By David Yarrow

Located in Chicago, IL

The way to do this was to hire the New York Transit Museum for the day and dress one of the period cars as if it were 1981.

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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

For a period the international fashionable pace was set by a talented group of London-based designers led by Mary Quant. She was one of the designers who took credit for the minisk...

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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.

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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

Versace at it's best! Museum worthy dress! In perfect condition! Made in Italy Brand new, with tags.

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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

Geoffrey Beene Museum Piece Fall 1986 Silver Panne Velvet Jersey Evening Dress
Geoffrey Beene Museum Piece Fall 1986 Silver Panne Velvet Jersey Evening Dress

Geoffrey Beene Museum Piece Fall 1986 Silver Panne Velvet Jersey Evening Dress

By Geoffrey Beene

Located in Cloverdale, CA

Geoffrey Beene Fall 1986 Silver Panne Velvet Jersey Evening Dress in Met Museum. This is so special, the silver panne velvet is really unusual From the Met about this dress; "Geoffr...

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1990s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Museum Quality 1958 Christian Dior Black Satin Evening Dress With Bow
Museum Quality 1958 Christian Dior Black Satin Evening Dress With Bow

Museum Quality 1958 Christian Dior Black Satin Evening Dress With Bow

By Christian Dior

Located in London, UK

Saint-Laurent was hailed as a genius, who had breathed youth into Dior, creating clothes that were breezy, easy and fun. Construction: This museum quality dress exemplifies the wa...

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1950s French Ball Gowns

1965 Balenciaga Haute Couture Museum-Held Metallic Pink Gold Beaded Silk Dress
1965 Balenciaga Haute Couture Museum-Held Metallic Pink Gold Beaded Silk Dress

1965 Balenciaga Haute Couture Museum-Held Metallic Pink Gold Beaded Silk Dress

By Balenciaga

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Measurements Bust: 32 inches Waist: 22 inches Hips: 35 inches Length top to waist: 9 inches Length waist to longest point: 41 inches This stunning Balenciaga haute couture client-nu...

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1960s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses

1965 Valentino Haute Couture Museum-Held Beaded Lamé Ivory Lace Mod Shift Dress
1965 Valentino Haute Couture Museum-Held Beaded Lamé Ivory Lace Mod Shift Dress

1965 Valentino Haute Couture Museum-Held Beaded Lamé Ivory Lace Mod Shift Dress

By Valentino Couture, Valentino Garavani

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This ultra chic shift dress is a rare early example of his genius. As shown, the same stunning dress is archived at the Fashion Institute of Technology Museum in New York.

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1960s Italian Wedding 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 Marc Bohan, Christian Dior

Located in New York, NY

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

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1960s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

1990s Christian Francis Roth YELLOW Crayola Crayon Wool Jersey Dress
1990s Christian Francis Roth YELLOW Crayola Crayon Wool Jersey Dress

1990s Christian Francis Roth YELLOW Crayola Crayon Wool Jersey Dress

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The ultimate in whimsy, this super iconic piece by coveted designer Christian Francis Roth. Museum worthy dress with Crayola crayon motif is 100% wool.

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1990s American Day Dresses

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

Moschino Couture Concord Airplane Shift Dress

By Moschino, Moschino Couture

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Moschino couture concord airplane shift dress Museum quality piece by Moschino Couture sporting a unique and iconic concord airplane design!

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1980s Italian Shift Dresses

Iconic 1970s Museum Quality Fully Beaded Couture Backless Bias Cut Trained Gown
Iconic 1970s Museum Quality Fully Beaded Couture Backless Bias Cut Trained Gown

Iconic 1970s Museum Quality Fully Beaded Couture Backless Bias Cut Trained Gown

By David Fernandez

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

An unbelievable, museum worthy late 1970’s fully beaded hourglass trained glam rock custom couture gown ensemble by David Fernandez.

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1970s Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Contemporary One Shoulder Silk Caftan Dress With Belt From Laleh Fayaz
Contemporary One Shoulder Silk Caftan Dress With Belt From Laleh Fayaz

Contemporary One Shoulder Silk Caftan Dress With Belt From Laleh Fayaz

By Laleh Fayaz

Located in Athens, Agia Paraskevi

Museum quality caftan dress from Laleh Fayaz. It has a contemporary printing and it is hand made in Greece from the finest Italian textiles.

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2010s Greek Caftans

1960's Helen Rose Couture Fully-Beaded Blush Pink Silk Hourglass Cocktail Dress
1960's Helen Rose Couture Fully-Beaded Blush Pink Silk Hourglass Cocktail Dress

1960's Helen Rose Couture Fully-Beaded Blush Pink Silk Hourglass Cocktail Dress

By Helen Rose

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Her style was elegant and understated but still extremely innovative. This sparkling museum quality dress is a perfect example of her pure genius.

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1960s American Aesthetic Evening Dresses

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

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

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Dresses

Chanel Haute Couture Vintage Suite Gold Cloque Embroidered Sequins, 1977
Chanel Haute Couture Vintage Suite Gold Cloque Embroidered Sequins, 1977

Chanel Haute Couture Vintage Suite Gold Cloque Embroidered Sequins, 1977

By Chanel

Located in VERGT, FR

Exceptional Pièce Museum Suite Evening Dress and Jacket Chanel Haute Couture Gold cloque silk embroidered sequins and Zibeline Runway press of 1977 ( see photo ) Size estimed : 38...

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1970s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Important 1970s Madame Grès Haute Couture Graphic Print Silk Gown & Hooded Shawl
Important 1970s Madame Grès Haute Couture Graphic Print Silk Gown & Hooded Shawl

Important 1970s Madame Grès Haute Couture Graphic Print Silk Gown & Hooded Shawl

By Madame Gres

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

The workmanship is of the highly level as one would expect from such an iconic couturier. This museum quality designer dress ensemble resonates powerfully today, not only because of ...

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1970s French Aesthetic 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 panels of floral rose burn out velvet in fall colors, including red, gold, blue, pink, ...

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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 neckline and closes to the right of center with a button and loop closure creating a...

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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 or worn unzipped as a collar. Slim body-con fit and long sleeves. The hem has been s...

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1980s French Day Dresses

1960s Geoffrey Beene Museum Grey Sleeveless Wool Dress with Rhinestones Collar
1960s Geoffrey Beene Museum Grey Sleeveless Wool Dress with Rhinestones Collar

1960s Geoffrey Beene Museum Grey Sleeveless Wool Dress with Rhinestones Collar

By Geoffrey Beene

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This dress has the perfect amount of sparkle, which is enhanced and balanced by the matte finish of the wool. *** Image#3 Same Dress from FIT Museum This dress is heavy, as you mig...

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1960s American Day Dresses

Chanel 15K$ Museum Worth Paris / Edinburg Runway Tweed Dress 36 FR
Chanel 15K$ Museum Worth Paris / Edinburg Runway Tweed Dress 36 FR

Chanel 15K$ Museum Worth Paris / Edinburg Runway Tweed Dress 36 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

A State of Art Dress ~ from Runway of Paris / EDINBURGH Collection by Maestro Lagerfeld ~ Collectible piece of MUSEUM's worth ~ ~ This couture level dress was only made upon a reques...

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2010s Day Dresses

Chanel 15K$ Museum Worth Paris / Edinburg Runway Tweed Dress 36 FR
Chanel 15K$ Museum Worth Paris / Edinburg Runway Tweed Dress 36 FR

Chanel 15K$ Museum Worth Paris / Edinburg Runway Tweed Dress 36 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

A State of Art Dress ~ from Runway of Paris / EDINBURGH Collection by Maestro Lagerfeld ~ Collectible piece of MUSEUM's worth ~ ~ This couture level dress was only made upon a reques...

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2010s Day Dresses

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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.

How Much is a Museum Dress?

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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Start building your collection of covetable and iconic vintage clothing today — no matter where you roam, there is a curated selection of designer dresses and gowns, sweaters, shirts, dazzling shoes and more on 1stDibs that will keep you covered in the hottest styles from head to toe.

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. 

The future — and glamorous past — of fashion is yours for the wearing. Find vintage clothing and accessories for sale on 1stDibs, including designs by Balenciaga, Valentino, Celine, Loewe and more.

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