Roberto Cavalli F/W 2006 Embellished Beaded Fringed Flapper Open Back Mini Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Roberto Cavalli F/W 2006 Embelished Beaded Fringed Flapper Open Back Mini Dress Size IT 40
Roberto Cavalli F/W 2006 Embellished Beaded Fringed Flapper Open Back Mini Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Roberto Cavalli F/W 2006 Embelished Beaded Fringed Flapper Open Back Mini Dress Size IT 40
Maggy Rouff Haute Couture Open-Back Sequin-Embellished Tulle Cocktail Dress
By Maggy Rouff
Located in Geneva, CH
Cut from black silk and tulle in a fitted silhouette, it turns to reveal an attractive, though elegant open back (see picture 5). There are so many details we love about this dress, ...
Jean Paul Gaultier S/S 1997 Vintage Embellished Open Back Maxi Evening Dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Jean Paul Gaultier S/S 1997 Vintage Embellished Open Back Maxi Evening Dress IT 40 Jean Paul Gaultier tortoise shell print maxi dress featuring embellished neckline, open back and h...
New Chanel Spring 2010 CC Logo Monogram Silk Halter Open Back Wrap Dress
By Chanel
Located in Englishtown, NJ
New Chanel CC Logo Monogram Silk Halter Open Back Wrap Dress FR 34 Black and white Chanel silk halter wrap dress featuring Camellia and CC logo print throughout, open back and self ...
NWT Gucci Black Sequined Macramé Mesh Open-Back Evening Dress Gown It 40
By Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
Crafted from an intricate black openwork macramé-style mesh embellished throughout with built-in sequins, this striking Gucci evening gown creates a dramatic interplay of texture, tr...
Roberto Cavalli F/W 2007 Runway Sequin Embellished Open Back Evening Dress Gown
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Roberto Cavalli F/W 2007 Runway Sequin Embellished Open Back Evening Dress Gown IT 42 Look 8 from the Fall 2007 Collection
Gianni Versace F/W 1999 Runway Cutout Silk Open Back Evening Dress Gown
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Gianni Versace F/W 1999 Runway Cutout Turquoise Silk Open Back Evening Dress Gown IT 38 As seen on the F/W 1999 Runway.
Gianni Versace F/W 2000 Runway Plunged Geometric Print Open Back Pleated Dress
By Gianni Versace
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Gianni Versace F/W 2000 Runway Plunged Geometric Print Open Back Pleated Dress IT 38 Look 34 from the Fall 2000 Collection.
Chanel S/S 2003 Embellished Cut-Out Plunging Open Back Evening Dress Gown
By Chanel
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Chanel S/S 2003 Embellished Cut-Out Plunging Open Back Evening Dress Gown FR 38
Gucci by Tom Ford Early 2000s Nude Open Back Beaded Jersey Evening Gown IT40
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Berlin, BE
Crafted from Gucci’s signature fluid jersey in a soft blush nude tone, the dress features a plunging cowl neckline, an elegant open halter back and a floor-length column silhouette.
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2013 Leather Cutout Open Back Black Evening Dress Gown
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2013 Plunging Leather Cutout Fringe Accents Open Back Lace Black Evening Dress Gown IT 44 As seen on Sharon Stone
1970s Bill Blass Black + Ivory Camellia Flowers Open Back Vintage 70s Gown Dress
By Bill Blass
Located in San Diego, CA
Sensational early 1970s BILL BLASS black and ivory camellia flower open back long sleeve silk taffeta 70s gown! Features a fitted high neck bodice with an open back. Neck and sleeves...
Gucci Spring/Summer 2005 Silk Light Brown Mini Dress with Open Back
By Gucci
Located in Atlanta, GA
The bodice showcases a twisted sweetheart neckline, cleanly integrated into wide straps that transition into an elaborate multi-strap open back. The dress uses strategic seams remini...
NWT Vintage Valentino Fully Beaded Blush Pink Open Back Cocktail Dress It 40
By Valentino
Located in Montgomery, TX
NWT Vintage Valentino Fully Beaded Cocktail Dress Designer size - 40 Blush Pink Colors Paillette of Crystals, Tube Beads and Flower-shape Sequins Embellishment over the Nude Tulle. ...
SAINT LAURENT 2022 cut out gathered off shoulder open back midi dress FR38 S
By Anthony Vaccarello, Saint Laurent
Located in Hong Kong, NT
SAINT LAURENT 2022 black cut out gathered off shoulder open back midi dress FR38 S Reference: TGAS/F00521 Brand: Saint Laurent Designer: Anthony Vaccarello Collection: Fall Winter 20...
Vintage Gucci 2010 Black Cut Out Open Back Belted Jersey Dress Gown It 40
By Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
Fully lined for comfort and structure, the dress is finished with a concealed back zip closure.
Gucci by Tom Ford S/S 2004 Runway Campaign Bustier Fringe Open Back Silk Dress
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Gucci by Tom Ford S/S 2004 Runway Ad Campaign Bustier Fringe Open Back Silk Tangerine Dress Look 28 from the Spring 2004 Runway.
Michael Kors Collection Pearl Open Back Size 4 / 6 Black Grecian Gown Dress
By Michael Kors
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy 2000s MICHAEL KORS COLLECTION black and white pearl strap Grecian style evening gown! Features white pearls as straps that sit slightly off the shoulder, with two rows of pearls...
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2023 kelly green open back puff sleeve midi dress IT38 XS
By Alexander McQueen, Sarah Burton
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2023 kelly green open back puff sleeve midi dress IT38 XS Reference: AAWC/A01275 Brand: Alexander McQueen Designer: Sarah Burton Collection: 2023 Material: Polyeste...
New ETRO Runway Multi Color Velvet Open Back Evening Dress Gown 40 - US 6
By Etro
Located in Montgomery, TX
New ETRO Multi Color Printed Velvet Dress Gown with Open Back. Italian Size 40 - US 6 Composition – Viscose, Silk, Velvet.
Jean Paul Gaultier S/S 2003 Chain Embellished Open Back Black Evening Dress Gown
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Jean Paul Gaultier S/S 2003 Chain Embellished Open Back Black Evening Dress Gown IT 40 Jean Paul Gaultier black maxi dress featuring plunging open back, chain embellished accents at...
VICTORIA BECKHAM SS17 Runway floral print cut open back belted dress UK12 M
By Victoria Beckham
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VICTORIA BECKHAM SS17 Runway floral print cut open back belted dress UK12 M Reference: TGAS/A03467 Brand: Victoria Beckham Designer: Victoria Beckham Collection: Spring Summer 2017 F...
Gianni Versace Couture Open-Back Tropical Print Runway Silk Jersey Dress, SS2000
By Gianni Versace Couture, Donatella Versace
Located in Geneva, CH
This 2000 Spring-Summer dress is no exception ! Modeled by Erin O'Connor in look 14 on the runway (see picture 3), it is made from refined silk jersey that beautifully skims the figu...
Azzedine Alaia S/S 1991 Vintage Bodycon Open Back Polka Dot Black Mini Dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Azzedine Alaia S/S 1991 Vintage Bodycon Open Back Polka Dot Black Mini Dress Size L - runs small Alaïa bodycon mini dress with textured polka dot print throughout, low back and sc...
Versace F/W 2005 Runway Bustier Sheer Lace Open Back Black Evening Dress Gown
By Versace
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Versace F/W 2005 Runway Bustier Sheer Lace Open Back Black Evening Dress Gown Please note size tag has been removed but this dress will likely fit IT 40
Gucci Black Silk Cape Effect Deep Plunging Open Back Cocktail Dress S
By Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
Dolman long sleeves that create a cape effect. Dropped open front. 100% Silk. Back deep v-neckline. Front slit.
Versace F/W 2005 Animal Print Sheer Lace Panel Open Back Evening Dress Gown
By Versace
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Versace F/W 2005 Animal Print Sheer Lace Panel Open Back Evening Dress Gown IT 40 Versace evening dress with lace panel at waist, tonal stitching and zip closure at side.
Jean Paul Gaultier S/S 2009 Runway Plunging Neckline Cutout Open Back Maxi Dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Jean Paul Gaultier S/S 2009 Runway Plunging Neckline Cutout Open Back Maxi Dress Size XS Look 53 from the Spring 2009 Collection.
Versace S/S 2005 Runway Plunging Hi-Low Ruched Open Back Evening Dress Gown
By Versace
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Versace S/S 2005 Runway Plunging Hi-Low Ruched Open Back Evening Dress Gown IT 42 Look 49 from the Spring 2005 Collection.
1960's Orange Silk Crepe Cocktail Dress with Open Back and Elaborate Beading
Located in Toronto, Ontario
The clean silhouette allows the ornate hand embellishment and architectural open-back construction to remain the focal point.
Oscar de la Renta SS 2019 Runway Red Carpet Sequined Open-Back Fringe Dress 12
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Montgomery, TX
The elegant bateau neckline contrasts beautifully with the dramatically low open back, while the close-fitting silhouette accentuates the figure.
Gucci by Tom Ford SS2000 Black Silk Jersey Halter Dress with Open Cowl Back IT44
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Berlin, BE
The combination of the plunging neckline, open back, and understated lines creates a timeless evening silhouette that remains unmistakably Tom Ford.
Vintage Versace Black One Shoulder Dress Gown w/Open Back & Sheer Detail 42-6
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
Vintage VERSACE Circa mid 2000-s Black Gown is finished sheer insets and silver-tone V buckle. Content: 93% rayon, 7% silk IT Size: 42 - US 6 Armpit to armpit: up to 18", Waist: up t...
Galanos Chiffon and Lace Open Back Gown
By James Galanos
Located in New York, NY
Galanos, black evening gown, having a layered chiffon skirt with a slightly empire waist. Bodice is hammered satin and Guipure lace. The lace is placed over the bust line having a l...
Naeem Khan Riazee Vintage Open Back Sequin + Beaded Bodycon Size 6 Wiggle Dress
By Naeem Khan, Riazee
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy, yet sophisticated vintage NAEEM KHAN, RIAZEE fully sequined and beaded open-back silk bodcon dress! Khan's first job was working directly with Halston as an apprentice.
Diane Von Furstenberg Size 0 / 2 Black Silk Chiffon Grecian Dress Open Back
By Diane von Furstenberg
Located in San Diego, CA
Semi-sheer chiffon dolman sleeves. Sexy open peek-a-boo back, with snaps at top back neck.
1990s Royal Blue Silk Chiffon Beaded Sequin Open Back Vintage 90s Dress Gatsby
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing early 90s royal blue silk chiffon beaded sequin long sleeve dress ! Thousands of hand-sewn beads throughout look phenomenal on, especially while dancing. Built in shoulder pa...
$1,330Sale Price|30% Off
Archival ALEXANDER McQUEEN c.2005/06 Hot Pink Open-Back "Deep Swag" Knit Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Richardson, TX
This is an exceptional, museum-quality cocktail dress designed during the living era of Lee Alexander McQueen, circa Autumn/Winter 2005 ("The Kills") or Spring/Summer 2006 ("Neptune"...
OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo 2016 viscose open back tie pleated midi dress FR34 XS
By Phoebe Philo, Celine
Located in Hong Kong, NT
OLD CELINE Phoebe Philo 2016 nude viscose open back tie pleated midi dress FR34 XS Reference: TGAS/F01026 Brand: Celine Designer: Phoebe Philo Material: Viscose Color: Nude Pattern: ...
Versace Emerald Green Fall 2001 Open Back Gown
By Versace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Versace gown from Fall 2001 features luxurious emerald green silk fabric that drapes elegantly. Its distinctive open front and back design is complemented by a sleek leather nec...
SAINT LAURENT 2024 lambskin leather plunge low cut open back slip dress FR38 M
By Anthony Vaccarello, Saint Laurent
Located in Hong Kong, NT
SAINT LAURENT 2024 black lambskin leather plunge low cut open back slip dress FR38 M Reference: TGAS/F00438 Brand: Saint Laurent Designer: Anthony Vaccarello Collection: 2024 Materia...
Vintage JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Madonna Cone Bra Open Back Jumpsuit
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Madonna Cone Bra Open Back Jumpsuit Measurements: Bust: 31.89 inches (81 cm) elastic at back, slightly adjustable Waist: FREE Hips: FREE Length: 42.51 inc...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN F/W 2004 Black Knit Draped Open Back Tie Long Sleeve Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN F/W 2004 Black Knit Draped Open Back Tie Long Sleeve Dress Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: F/W 2004 "Pantheon du Lucem" Designer: Alexander McQ...
1980s Laura Ashley Size 6 Navy Blue Velvet Open Back Vintage 80s Midi Dress
By Laura Ashley
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic early 1980s LAURA ASHLEY original Bathsheba Collection—So rare to find! Navy blue velvet open-back flower print mid dress! Features puff sleeves that add just the right amount o...
Racil Black Sequin Velvet Evening Dress with Open Back Size 36 UK 8 US 4
Located in Maghera, GB
The long-sleeved bodice features elegant draping across the neckline, structured shoulders and a narrow keyhole opening at the front. A dramatic open back adds an alluring finish. T...
Mugler Entrance Maker Butterfly Gown w/ Open Back New!
By David Koma, Mugler
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wide open back. Presents a subtle but powerful entrance piece.
$3,960Sale Price|44% Off
Thierry Mugler Black Suede Open-Back Mermaid Halter Gown, circa 1983–85
By Thierry Mugler, Thierry Mugler Couture
Located in Kingston, NY
Two halter straps diverge from the neck in a V-shaped panel that opens entirely, leaving the full back exposed before rejoining at the waist through a large engraved silver western-s...
Yigal Azrouel Size 2 / 4 Hot Pink and Black Color Block Open Back Shift Dress
By Yigal Azrouël
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy YIGAL AZROUEL hot pink / fuchsia and black color block shift dress! Features an open back that reveals just the right amount of skin.
Halpern S/S 2022 Multi Wave Sequin Open Back Gown
Located in London, GB
Halpern Spring Summer 2022 multi wave sequin open back colum gown. features all-over sequin embellishments arranged in a psychedelic marble wave pattern of copper, green, burgundy, ...
VERSACE S/S 2015 Black Bondage Gold Lion Button Overall Princess Line Dress
By Versace
Located in Thiensville, WI
Back of the dress has numerous straps intertwining creating an open backed dress; one strap goes straight up the back of the dress from the waist line to the back of the neck and inc...
CD Greene Couture SS2012 Turquoise Crystal Embellished Cutout Cocktail Dress 6
By CD GREENE
Located in San Diego, CA
Hair up to highlight the open back. luxury cocktail dress designer evening dress crystal embellished dress cutout back dress illusion panel dress green formal dress turquoise bo...
NWT Tom Ford $7, 000 Runway Fall 2015 Size 42 / 8 White Open Back Fringe Dress
By Tom Ford
Located in San Diego, CA
Open back reveals just the right amount of skin.
NWT 2006 Vintage Gucci Wrap Effect Black Dress Open Back and Bamboo Pin 38 US 2
By Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
2006 Vintage Gucci Black Dress with Wrap Effect and Bamboo Pin S/S 2006 Collection Italian size 38 - US 2 Halter- Neck, Open Back, Fully Lined, Wrap Effect, Removable Bamboo Pin. 92...
Valentino Blue Navy Silk Gown w/Keyhole Neckline & Open Back
By Valentino
Located in Studio City, CA
Valentino navy silk gown with blush pink trim at the neckline and with a keyhole opening, pleated skirt, self belt and open back. Size 40, 100% silk. In excellent condition. Please c...
CELINE Size S Black Wool Low Back Knee Length Cocktail Dress
By Celine
Located in San Francisco, CA
CELINE X HEDI SLIMANE '2023' dress in a black gauffered wool featuring an open back, shift dress style, and a side zipper closure.
Geoffrey Beene Fall/ Winter 1991 Black Jersey Open Back Evening Gown
By Geoffrey Beene
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Geoffrey Beene masterpiece from Fall/Winter 1991 epitomizes understated glamour. Crafted in luxurious black jersey, the gown features a daring open back that commands attention ...
Gucci 2010 Black Open-Back Viscose Gown with Gold Leather Belt IT42
By Gucci, Frida Giannini
Located in Berlin, BE
Black evening gown from Gucci’s 2010 collection, crafted from fluid viscose jersey with a close, body-skimming silhouette. The gown features a deep V-neckline with a draped wrap-eff...
1980s Pancaldi Linen & Lame Criss-Cross Open-Back Halter Gown w/ Palm Leaf Motif
By Pancaldi
Located in Gresham, OR
1980s Pancaldi & B Linen & Lame Criss-Cross Open-Back Halter Gown w/ Palm Leaf Motif: Plunging front décolletage and side slit. Unlined. Side zipper. Size 6
Roberto Cavalli Animal Print Gown Tiger & Leopard Gradient Open Back 2004-2005
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in London, GB
A dramatic and highly wearable archive gown from Roberto Cavalli, dating to 2004–2005 and exemplifying the house’s mastery of animal print at its most sophisticated. The print itself...
ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE AW2018 Runway black high open back slit front gown
By Alexandre Vauthier
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE AW2018 Runway black wool high collar open back slit front gown Reference: TGAS/F00901 Brand: Alexandre Vauthier Designer: Alexandre Vauthier Collection: Fa...
With entire museum exhibitions dedicated to examining fashion designers and their creations, we’re finally recognizing that costuming is art. Evening dresses over time have conveyed specific statements about social class, position and beliefs. Fashion is a powerful means of self-expression, and sophisticated vintage evening dresses and gowns by our favorite couturier play no small role in making us feel wonderful but, perhaps more importantly, making us feel like ourselves.
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