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Carolyne Roehm Strapless Burgundy Organza Gown
Carolyne Roehm Strapless Burgundy Organza Gown

Carolyne Roehm Strapless Burgundy Organza Gown

By Carolyne Roehm

Located in New York, NY

Patterned washed silk organza is used for this deceptively simple but elegant gown.

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1990s American Evening Gowns

Mary McFadden Pleated and Beaded Organza Gown
Mary McFadden Pleated and Beaded Organza Gown

Mary McFadden Pleated and Beaded Organza Gown

By Mary McFadden

Located in New York, NY

Mary McFadden Pleated and Beaded Organza Gown from the 1990's. Signature Fortuny pleated bodice with beaded and sequin embroidered waist and full organza skirt.

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1990s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Malcolm Starr Heavily Beaded Green Silk Organza Gown, Circa 1970s
Malcolm Starr Heavily Beaded Green Silk Organza Gown, Circa 1970s

Malcolm Starr Heavily Beaded Green Silk Organza Gown, Circa 1970s

By Malcolm Starr

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Malcolm Starr Heavily Beaded Green Silk Organza Gown - 8- Circa 70's This Elinor Simmons for Malcolm Starr creation is fabulous.

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1970s American Empire Waist Dresses

Oscar de la Renta Rust Print Silk Organza Gown - 6 - Circa 60's
Oscar de la Renta Rust Print Silk Organza Gown - 6 - Circa 60's

Oscar de la Renta Rust Print Silk Organza Gown - 6 - Circa 60's

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This Oscar de la Renta vintage rust colored silk organza gown features a print. There is a waist tie.

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1960s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

GIORGIO ARMANI Rare Archival Runway S/S 1996 Black Silk Organza Gown
GIORGIO ARMANI Rare Archival Runway S/S 1996 Black Silk Organza Gown

GIORGIO ARMANI Rare Archival Runway S/S 1996 Black Silk Organza Gown

By Giorgio Armani

Located in Woodland Hills, CA

A rarely seen piece from Giorgio Armani’s Spring/Summer 1996 runway collection, this black silk organza gown captures the essence of Armani’s ’90s era—fluid, sensual, and steeped in ...

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1990s European Evening Dresses

Vintage 1960s Embroidered Silk Organza Gown with Floral Appliqué
Vintage 1960s Embroidered Silk Organza Gown with Floral Appliqué

Vintage 1960s Embroidered Silk Organza Gown with Floral Appliqué

Located in New York, NY

This absolutely divine, one-of-a-kind vintage 1960s gown is crafted of trompe-l'œil silk organza that has been embroidered all over to look like lace.

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1960s American Evening Dresses

1970 Silver & Black Sequin Gown w Avant Garde Black Feather Shoulder Detail
1970 Silver & Black Sequin Gown w Avant Garde Black Feather Shoulder Detail

1970 Silver & Black Sequin Gown w Avant Garde Black Feather Shoulder Detail

Located in Gresham, OR

1970s Black and silver mottled sequin organza gown with waterfall gathered front, squared neckline, long tapered zip up sleeves and extravagant black exotic feathered shoulders--luxu...

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1970s European Evening Dresses and Gowns

1950s White Cotton Organza Floral Dress
1950s White Cotton Organza Floral Dress

1950s White Cotton Organza Floral Dress

Located in London, GB

This sensational 1950s white cotton organza gown with floral print overlay is of exceptional quality and is beautifully constructed to showcase a classic hourglass figure.

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1950s British Evening Gowns

Angel Sanchez Red Organza Ball Gown
Angel Sanchez Red Organza Ball Gown

Angel Sanchez Red Organza Ball Gown

By Angel Sanchez

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Angel Sanchez Red Organza Ball Gown, length 54", bust 36", waist 30", sleeve 19".

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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses and Gowns

Nina Ricci Strapless Velvet, Organza, Brocade Column Gown
Nina Ricci Strapless Velvet, Organza, Brocade Column Gown

Nina Ricci Strapless Velvet, Organza, Brocade Column Gown

By Nina Ricci

Located in New York, NY

Elegant Nina Ricci Strapless Velvet Organza Brocade Column Gown from the 1980's. Velvet column with green brocade ruching trimmed in pleated organza.

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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage David Butler Evening Gown with Organza Frill
Vintage David Butler Evening Gown with Organza Frill

Vintage David Butler Evening Gown with Organza Frill

Located in London, GB

A vintage David Butler evening gown , in black crepe with a double layer organza frill.

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1980s British Evening Dresses and Gowns

1950S Black & Silver Silk Organza Fully Sequined Cocktail Gown
1950S Black & Silver Silk Organza Fully Sequined Cocktail Gown

1950S Black & Silver Silk Organza Fully Sequined Cocktail Gown

Located in New York, NY

Custom made for mid-century opera and lounge singer Vivenne Della Chiesa who performed with the rat pack in Las Vegas in the 1950s. 1950S Black & Silver Silk Organza Fully Sequined C...

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1950s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

J Mendel Contemporary Blue Organza Strapless Gown with Sequin Top
J Mendel Contemporary Blue Organza Strapless Gown with Sequin Top

J Mendel Contemporary Blue Organza Strapless Gown with Sequin Top

By J Mendel

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Contemporary gown from revered fashion house J Mendel. Super stunner of a gown in electric blue organza with heavily sequined strapless top. full skirt falls in tiers with one side f...

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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Gowns

1950S Lipstick Red Silk Organza Solid Sequin Beaded Column Gown
1950S Lipstick Red Silk Organza Solid Sequin Beaded Column Gown

1950S Lipstick Red Silk Organza Solid Sequin Beaded Column Gown

Located in New York, NY

Custom made for Rat Pack era Opera & lounge singer Vivian Della Chiesa who sang in Miami with Sinatra and was a featured performer at the Waldorf Astoria New York 1950S Lipstick Red ...

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1950s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1960s Malcolm Starr Shocking Pink Floral Organza Strapless Gown - Never Worn
1960s Malcolm Starr Shocking Pink Floral Organza Strapless Gown - Never Worn

1960s Malcolm Starr Shocking Pink Floral Organza Strapless Gown - Never Worn

By Malcolm Starr

Located in Gresham, OR

1960s Malcolm Starr Shocking Pink Floral Organza Strapless Gown - Never Worn: A beautiful Empire waist gown with gathered bust and flowing skirt silhouette.

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1960s American Evening Gowns

Embroidered Pink and Sage French Floral Organza Vintage Full Sleeve Gown
Embroidered Pink and Sage French Floral Organza Vintage Full Sleeve Gown

Embroidered Pink and Sage French Floral Organza Vintage Full Sleeve Gown

By Barbara Tfank

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Palest pink, sage and gold embroidered French floral organza vintage princess seamed gown. Perfect for winter getaways to Palm Beach and Bahamas, and spring and summer garden parties.

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2010s American Evening Dresses

Vera Wang Vintage Silk Organza Strapless Bridal Gown with Train
Vera Wang Vintage Silk Organza Strapless Bridal Gown with Train

Vera Wang Vintage Silk Organza Strapless Bridal Gown with Train

By Vera Wang

Located in Kingston, NY

Vera Wang silk organza strapless bridal gown featuring a sculpted corset bodice with architectural diagonal banding and interior waist stay.

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Early 2000s American Wedding Dresses

Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford black silk organza evening gown, c. 2002
Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford black silk organza evening gown, c. 2002

Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford black silk organza evening gown, c. 2002

By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford

Located in London, GB

Autumn/Winter 2002 Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent evening gown in black silk organza, the nature of this fabric is very light floaty and semi sheer.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Christian Dior by John Galliano S/S 2008 Pink Petal Organza Draped Gown
Christian Dior by John Galliano S/S 2008 Pink Petal Organza Draped Gown

Christian Dior by John Galliano S/S 2008 Pink Petal Organza Draped Gown

By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior

Located in Jersey City, NJ

Cut in a one-shoulder silhouette, it’s framed by an airy organza “petal” strap that drifts across the neckline like a corsage caught mid-bloom.

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Early 2000s French Cocktail Dresses

Vintage organza dress
Vintage organza dress

Vintage organza dress

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

UNKNOWN - Long green silk organza dress. Chest decorated with plears and skirt with flounces. Size 42FR indicated. Condition: Good condition Dimensions: Chest: 43 cm - Waist: 35 cm...

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1960s French Cocktail Dresses

Christian Lacroix Organza Set Ensemble
Christian Lacroix Organza Set Ensemble

Christian Lacroix Organza Set Ensemble

By Christian Lacroix

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Christian Lacroix -(Made in France) Organza set consisting of a top, a long skirt and a belt. No size label, it fits a size 42FR. Additional information: Dimensions: Top: Chest: 50...

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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses

Stanley Platos Organza Dress
Stanley Platos Organza Dress

Stanley Platos Organza Dress

Located in Water Mill, NY

Evening/Day Vintage Organsa Dress with Flower on the Side by Stanley Platos & Martin Ross for Bergdorf Goodman..Size 8

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20th Century American Cocktail Dresses

1960s Hardy Amies Couture Silk Organza Dress
1960s Hardy Amies Couture Silk Organza Dress

1960s Hardy Amies Couture Silk Organza Dress

By Hardy Amies

Located in London, GB

This magnificent late 1950s or early 1960s Hardy Aimes couture silk organza occasion dress is a fantastic example of this celebrated designer's artful tailoring and use of structured...

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1950s British Evening Dresses

1960s Simon Massey Organza Floral Print Dress
1960s Simon Massey Organza Floral Print Dress

1960s Simon Massey Organza Floral Print Dress

Located in London, GB

This 1960s Simon Massey nylon organza floral print dress perfectly epitomises the style and feel of the London boutique scene. The designer has chosen a bold graphic floral print sof...

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1960s British Evening Dresses

Malcolm Starr Rhinestone Organza Print Dress, 1970s
Malcolm Starr Rhinestone Organza Print Dress, 1970s

Malcolm Starr Rhinestone Organza Print Dress, 1970s

By Malcolm Starr

Located in Boca Raton, FL

The 1970s embodied an interesting time for fashion. As the world became more connected and various cultural revolutions emerged, fashion became increasingly more playful and acted as...

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1970s Evening Dresses and Gowns

1960s Black Organza Dress With Ribbon Work
1960s Black Organza Dress With Ribbon Work

1960s Black Organza Dress With Ribbon Work

Located in London, GB

Beautiful and very stylish vintage 1960s black organza dress with floral ribbon work applique throughout. The dress is lined in the bodice and skirt leaving the sleeves and top of t...

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1960s Evening Dresses and Gowns

1930s Gold Floral Lame Dress with Organza Capelet
1930s Gold Floral Lame Dress with Organza Capelet

1930s Gold Floral Lame Dress with Organza Capelet

Located in London, GB

1930s gold and floral lame dress with contemporary custom-made capelet. Of an ankle skimming length, this piece is crafted from the most incredible fabric; a glittering golden lamé ...

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1930s American Evening Dresses

Hardy Amies Vintage Textured Metallic Flocked Organza Dress
Hardy Amies Vintage Textured Metallic Flocked Organza Dress

Hardy Amies Vintage Textured Metallic Flocked Organza Dress

By Hardy Amies

Located in Sparks, NV

Gorgeous textured metallic flocked organza dress by Hardy Amies. Elegant cut with short sheer sleeves and flared skirt. Details: Fully Lined Shoulder Pads Can Easily Be Remove...

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Late 20th Century British Evening Dresses and Gowns

1970s GIVENCHY Black Strapless Silk Organza with detachable sleeves
1970s GIVENCHY Black Strapless Silk Organza with detachable sleeves

1970s GIVENCHY Black Strapless Silk Organza with detachable sleeves

By Givenchy

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

1970s Givenchy by Hubert de givenchy strapless black silk organza dress with ruffle and detachable sleeves. ( see (1970s advertising ) Fit size 0/2 measurement: Bust 32” / Waist 24” ...

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1970s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Bill Blass Organza and Lace Cocktail Dress
Bill Blass Organza and Lace Cocktail Dress

Bill Blass Organza and Lace Cocktail Dress

By Bill Blass

Located in New York, NY

Elegant Bill Blass Organza and Lace Cocktail Dress. Black silk organza with lace inserts with self belt. Faux bolero design with puffed short skirt. Back zip entry with gazar attach...

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Early 2000s American Cocktail Dresses

Issey Miyake Off White Pleated Concentric Square Organza Dress 2001
Issey Miyake Off White Pleated Concentric Square Organza Dress 2001

Issey Miyake Off White Pleated Concentric Square Organza Dress 2001

By Issey Miyake

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Resurrection Vintage is thrilled to present a vintage Issey Miyake white organza two-layer concentric square sculptural dress, featuring vertical and horizontal pleats, dramatic poin...

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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Gucci Purple Silk Organza Skirt  IT38 US2
Gucci Purple Silk Organza Skirt  IT38 US2

Gucci Purple Silk Organza Skirt IT38 US2

By Gucci

Located in Brossard, QC

Silk organza skirt with slit. Detachable tonal crepe underskirt with elastic waistband. Asymmetrical design. Pleated front. Front left slit. Side zip Color: Purple 100% silk. Li...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

Moschino Lacquered Organza "Paint Ball" Party Dress
Moschino Lacquered Organza "Paint Ball" Party Dress

Moschino Lacquered Organza "Paint Ball" Party Dress

By Moschino

Located in New York, NY

Moschino's amusing cellophane organza "paint ball" print party dress. Black "paint ball" spots are printed on iridiscent organza in a limeade green. The soft pleated, strapless bodic...

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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

1950s Purple and Turquoise Floral Organza Ruched Dress
1950s Purple and Turquoise Floral Organza Ruched Dress

1950s Purple and Turquoise Floral Organza Ruched Dress

Located in London, GB

An exceptional late 1950s dress tailored from a lightweight manmade organza fabric. Printed all-over with a pretty floral pattern in a muted palette of lilac and turquoise hues. The...

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1950s British Cocktail Dresses

1960s French Couture Organza Dress with Embroidered and Beaded Bodice
1960s French Couture Organza Dress with Embroidered and Beaded Bodice

1960s French Couture Organza Dress with Embroidered and Beaded Bodice

Located in London, GB

Vibrant 1960s French couture turquoise silk-satin evening dress. Created from turquoise silk-satin, it has a sheer organza overlay, creating a luminous layered effect. The sleeveless...

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1960s French Evening Dresses

Alexander McQueen python and silk organza mini dress, ss 2006
Alexander McQueen python and silk organza mini dress, ss 2006

Alexander McQueen python and silk organza mini dress, ss 2006

By Alexander McQueen

Located in London, GB

▪ Alexander McQueen python and silk organza mini dress ▪ Python bodice and flap skirt ▪ Accordion pleated silk organza mini skirt ▪ Built-in silk corset and bra ▪ IT 38 - FR 34 - U...

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Givenchy Attributed Haute Couture Organza Cocktail Dress
Givenchy Attributed Haute Couture Organza Cocktail Dress

Givenchy Attributed Haute Couture Organza Cocktail Dress

Located in Geneva, CH

End of fifties-early sixties organza floral print dress attributed to Hubert de Givenchy. Train-cape in the back, matching bow belt and refined draped bustier. The dress fastens at t...

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1950s French Cocktail Dresses

Organza and lace bustier cocktail dress J Mendel
Organza and lace bustier cocktail dress J Mendel

Organza and lace bustier cocktail dress J Mendel

By J Mendel

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Organza and lace bustier cocktail dress. Silk lining. The lace is draped on the bust. Ruffles above the waist and black gros-grain around the waist. Boned. Invisible zip and hook&eye...

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2010s Unknown Cocktail Dresses

Vintage Guy Laroche Organza Print Strapless Maxi Dress & Jacket Set
Vintage Guy Laroche Organza Print Strapless Maxi Dress & Jacket Set

Vintage Guy Laroche Organza Print Strapless Maxi Dress & Jacket Set

By Guy Laroche

Located in Boca Raton, FL

French fashion designer Guy Laroche was known for his elaborate evening dresses and tailored suits. Beloved by young Parisiennes and American fashion designers alike, he designed clo...

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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Yves Saint Laurent Blue Silk Organza Spring 2012 Runway Dress
Yves Saint Laurent Blue Silk Organza Spring 2012 Runway Dress

Yves Saint Laurent Blue Silk Organza Spring 2012 Runway Dress

By Yves Saint Laurent, Stefano Pilati for Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Stefano Pilato served as the creative director at Yves Saint Laurent from 2004-2012 following Tom Ford’s departure. Credited with starting the tulip skirt trend in the 2000s, Pilato’...

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2010s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Helmut Lang Vintage Silk Organza Balloon Dress, Women's IT 44, SS00
Helmut Lang Vintage Silk Organza Balloon Dress, Women's IT 44, SS00

Helmut Lang Vintage Silk Organza Balloon Dress, Women's IT 44, SS00

By Helmut Lang

Located in Morongo Valley, CA

This iconic and very rare vintage Helmut Lang silk organza balloon shift dress from the Spring/Summer 2000 collection is a true masterpiece of minimalist design. Crafted from sheer b...

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Black evening dress with organza ruffles and tulle with drag ALBERTA FERRETTI
Black evening dress with organza ruffles and tulle with drag ALBERTA FERRETTI

Black evening dress with organza ruffles and tulle with drag ALBERTA FERRETTI

By Alberta Ferretti

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Long black bustier evening dress with silk organza ruffles on stretch polyester tulle body suit with snap closure on the bottom . Invisible zip closure on the left side. Front lengh...

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2010s Italian Evening Dresses

Rety Paris Silk Organza Pop Floral
Rety Paris Silk Organza Pop Floral

Rety Paris Silk Organza Pop Floral

Located in New York, NY

Lovely silk Organza floral dress from Rety, Paris.
Beautiful dressmaker quality with vivid pop florals in an empire waist dress with full sweep and ruffled collar.
Back...

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1970s French Empire Waist Dresses

1950S PIERRE BALMAIN Black & Blue Haute Couture Silk Organza Beaded Trained Gow
1950S PIERRE BALMAIN Black & Blue Haute Couture Silk Organza Beaded Trained Gow

1950S PIERRE BALMAIN Black & Blue Haute Couture Silk Organza Beaded Trained Gow

By Pierre Balmain

Located in New York, NY

The beads are of the high quality hand faceted kind, which sparkle in the evening light, added sparkle as they all fall into a short fringe which shimmers as the wearer moves. 1950S...

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1950s French Evening Gowns

LEE YOUNG HEE 'Clothes of Wind' Black hand-dyed silk organza hanbok dress
LEE YOUNG HEE 'Clothes of Wind' Black hand-dyed silk organza hanbok dress

LEE YOUNG HEE 'Clothes of Wind' Black hand-dyed silk organza hanbok dress

Located in Sheffield, GB

Superb Lee Young Hee Hanbok Dress (Circa 1995) crafted from Charcoal Black hand dyed and finely textured silk organza layered over a woven jade and gold thread paisley pattern under-...

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1990s Korean Evening Dresses and Gowns

1970s Oscar De La Renta Navy Floral Organza and Gold Lurex Maxi Dress
1970s Oscar De La Renta Navy Floral Organza and Gold Lurex Maxi Dress

1970s Oscar De La Renta Navy Floral Organza and Gold Lurex Maxi Dress

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in London, GB

By 1972, the fashion world had moved on from this maximalist take on bohemia and colour-block prints started to emerge again. The fabric of this gown is stunning; rich navy-blue s...

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1970s American Evening Dresses

1940s Vintage Monica Black Organza Cocktail Dress with Lace Detail
1940s Vintage Monica Black Organza Cocktail Dress with Lace Detail

1940s Vintage Monica Black Organza Cocktail Dress with Lace Detail

By Monica

Located in London, GB

This original vintage 1940s black organza dress features a unique guipure lace under layer in soft cream which is visible beneath the sheer fabric of the skirt, a pretty sweetheart d...

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1940s American Cocktail Dresses

Pauline Trigere Two Piece Black Organza and Linen Dress for Bergdorf Goodman
Pauline Trigere Two Piece Black Organza and Linen Dress for Bergdorf Goodman

Pauline Trigere Two Piece Black Organza and Linen Dress for Bergdorf Goodman

By Pauline Trigère

Located in New Hope, PA

Pauline Trigere designed this two piece evening dress in the 1970's for Bergdorf Goodman. It has a short capelet top with sheer black silk organza at the neckline, which closes at th...

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1970s American Evening Dresses

1970s Vera Mont Navy Organza Art Nouveau Print Maxi Dress
1970s Vera Mont Navy Organza Art Nouveau Print Maxi Dress

1970s Vera Mont Navy Organza Art Nouveau Print Maxi Dress

By Vera Mont

Located in London, GB

This romantic printed 1970s organza dress is by high-end occasion designer Vera Mont. We've had several early pieces by this designer over the years and they never fail to disappoint...

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1970s American Summer Dresses

Christian Dior by John Galliano Silk Organza Ruffled Dress with Bow, SS 2001
Christian Dior by John Galliano Silk Organza Ruffled Dress with Bow, SS 2001

Christian Dior by John Galliano Silk Organza Ruffled Dress with Bow, SS 2001

By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in London, GB

This silk organza dress features a fitted, sleeveless silhouette with a deep V-neckline and an asymmetrical hemline. It showcases vibrant tie-dye colors in red, pink, and orange with...

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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Evening dress with train in white to pink dégradé organza ruban  Lilly Pulitzer
Evening dress with train in white to pink dégradé organza ruban  Lilly Pulitzer

Evening dress with train in white to pink dégradé organza ruban Lilly Pulitzer

By Lilly Pulitzer

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Evening bustier dress with train in white to fuschia dégradé organza ruban raw cut. Boned bustier inside the dress. Zip in the middle back. Size M

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Early 2000s American Evening Dresses

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Organza Gowns For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of organza gowns for sale on 1stDibs. If you’re looking for Black organza gowns and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in Gray, Beige and more. If you’re looking for accessories from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find some that date back to the 20th Century while other versions may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. Organza gowns designed by Oscar De La Renta, Valentino and Bill Blass — each of whom created beautiful versions of these treasured items — are worth considering. There aren’t many items for unisex if you’re seeking these accessories, as most of the options available are for men and women.

How Much are Organza Gowns?

The prices for organza gowns start at $155 and top out at $17,191 with these items, on average, selling for $950.

Finding the Right Evening Dresses And Gowns for You

With entire museum exhibitions dedicated to examining fashion designers and their creations, we’re finally recognizing that costuming is art. Evening dresses over time have conveyed specific statements about social class, position and beliefs. Fashion is a powerful means of self-expression, and sophisticated vintage evening dresses and gowns by our favorite couturier play no small role in making us feel wonderful but, perhaps more importantly, making us feel like ourselves.

In the 16th century, dresses and gowns were so important that England's Queen Elizabeth I defined rules about what dresses women could wear — guidance included long skirts and fitted bodices. Forward-thinking designers have responded to this history.

Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel reimagined traditionally masculine garments for feminine shapes, and her elegant evening dresses and gowns promoted comfort and grace in women’s wear that had been dominated in the previous century by layers of fabric. Christian Dior's gowns celebrated luxury and femininity in the late 1940s — and gave to women the gift of glamour they’d lost in the miserable years of the war. French fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent introduced innovative and highly coveted dress designs in the 1960s while at the same time challenging sexist stereotypes about which members of society could wear tuxedos.

Works by unconventional British designer John Galliano — featured in houses like Givenchy and Dior — redefined limits that dressmakers faced in terms of material, construction and vision during the late 20th century. From his embroidered absinthe-green Oscars gown for actress Nicole Kidman to the iconic sleeveless Dior newspaper dress that Sex and the City’s Carrie Bradshaw made famous, Galliano’s intricate and multifaceted work is reliably collectible and newsworthy

Today’s designers target an increasingly broad audience with their boundary-crossing work, and their tendency to play off of each other’s ideas means that every walk down the runway is also a walk through an entire history of fashion design and dress craftsmanship.

Whether you gravitate toward backless maxi dresses or silk charmeuse gowns by Alexander McQueen or embellished, ruffled floral-print designs by Chloe or Versace, there is an extraordinary collection of vintage and designer evening dresses and gowns waiting for you on 1stDibs.

Questions About Organza Gowns
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    An organza wedding dress is a wedding dress made of organza fabric. Organza is a lightweight, woven sheer material but is very strong. Give your dream dress a beautiful and sophisticated look — shop vintage and designer organza wedding dresses from top fashion boutiques around the world on 1stDibs.

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