1990s Oscar de la Renta Black Lace Marabou Ostrich Feather Cuff Dress
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Oscar de la Renta cocktail dress from the 1990s is crafted from sheer black lace with an
1990s Oscar de la Renta Black Lace Marabou Ostrich Feather Cuff Dress
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Oscar de la Renta cocktail dress from the 1990s is crafted from sheer black lace with an
Vintage Oscar de la Renta Nude Color Ostrich Feather Embellished Dress Gown 10
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Montgomery, TX
An exquisite Oscar de la Renta evening gown, masterfully combining glamour and craftsmanship
$3,596Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 6
Oscar de la Renta F/W 2004 Black Silk Ostrich Feather Beaded Embellished Dress 6
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Montgomery, TX
Vintage Oscar de la Renta Black Feather Embellished Cocktail Dress F/W 2004 Runway Collection USA
$6,800Sale Price|20% Off
Size: Unmarked - fits S/M
Oscar de la Renta Velvet Couture 1970 Sequin Ostrich Feather Gown (Vogue mag)
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Kingston, NY
A true museum-worthy treasure, this 1970 Oscar de la Renta evening gown is a rare and dramatic
$3,116Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 6
NWT Oscar de la Renta $5490 S/S 2015 Green Silk Taffeta Feather Beads Dress US 6
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Oscar de la Renta Green Silk Taffeta Embellished Cocktail Dress S/S 2015 Collection US size - 6
$2,556Sale Price|36% Off
Size: 8
New Oscar $5490 De La Renta S/S 2015 Silk Black Ostrich Feather Beads Dress US 8
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Oscar De La Renta Silk Taffeta Embellished Cocktail Dress S/S 2015 Collection Designer size US
1960s Oscar de la Renta Turquoise Blue Silver Silk Brocade Sequin 60s Gown Dress
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful late 1960s Oscar de la Renta turquoise blue and silver silk brocade sequined short sleeve
$652 / item
H 16 in W 16 in D 4.5 in
Vintage Oscar de la Renta Silk Scarf with Irish Linen Cushion Pillow Pink
Located in Belfast, Northern Ireland
Title: Vintage Oscar de la Renta pink silk scarf with Irish linen cushion pillow pink Description
Linen, Silk
Scassi Vintage Gold & Bronze Brocade Off Shoulder Wrap Evening Dress Size 14
By Arnold Scaasi
Located in Palm Desert, CA
than his peers, Adofo, Bill Blass and Oscar de la Renta. Personally, he was an extremely CHIC man. he
2005 Oscar de la Renta Runway Navy Sheer-Tulle Hourglass Feather Mermaid Gown
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A spectacular and well documented Oscar de la Renta navy blue beaded sheer-net hourglass mermaid
Extremely Rare 1990s Oscar de la Renta for Balmain Haute Couture Gown
By Balmain, Oscar De La Renta
Located in Paris, IDF
Incredible work by Oscar de la Renta with this white sequins, white swan feathers incrustation and
1980s Bill Blass Couture Black and White Beaded Evening Dress
By Bill Blass
Located in Houston, TX
Burrows, Oscar de la Renta, Halston, and Anne Klein with Donna Karan- that was to face off against the
Carolyne Roehm Iconic Black Evening Gown with Ostrich Feathers
By Carolyne Roehm
Located in San Francisco, CA
beginning at waist. Glamorous socialite Carolyne Roehm worked 9 years as an assistant to Oscar de la Renta
Oscar de la Renta Cocktail Dress W/ Tiered Tulle Beading & Ostrich Feathers
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Gresham, OR
A contemporary Oscar de la Renta ballet-inspired dropped-waist, sleeveless black cocktail dress
Oscar de la Renta Blush Lace Beaded Gown with Ostrich Feathers & Shawl - M
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Oscar de la Renta Blush Lace Beaded Gown with Ostrich Feathers - M. This gown is in good condition
Fall 2009 Oscar de la Renta Red and Black Strapless Cocktail Dress
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Toronto, Ontario
It's PARTY SEASON. Time for a very pretty and unique Oscar de la Renta party/cocktail dress
2012 Runway OSCAR DE LA RENTA Size 6 Off White Silk Beaded Cocktail Dress
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in San Francisco, CA
Stunning sleeveless cocktail dress by OSCAR DE LA RENTA. This show stopping number in off white
Oscar de la Renta Jeweled Feather Evening Dress New!
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Oscar de la Renta's ready-to-party holiday dress. Offered brand new featuring genuine ostrich
NWT Museum Oscar De La Renta Ostrich Feather Crystal-Embellished Tulle Dress 8
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Oscar De La Renta Feather and Crystal-Embellished Tulle Gown. US size 8 ( please check
1970s Oscar de la Renta metallic chiffon feather hem gown
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Fabulous metallic chiffon brocade gown from the early 1970s designed by Oscar de la Renta...Light
Oscar De La Renta SS 2015 Runway Tulle Feather Sequin Champagne Dress Gown US 10
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Montgomery, TX
Oscar De La Renta Champagne Embellished Dress Gown S/S 2015 Runway Collection Designer size 10
New $10950.00 Oscar De La Renta S/S 2008 Runway Sequin Feather Corset Dress US 6
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Oscar De La Renta Sequin Feather Embellished Strapless Dress Gown S/S 2008 Runway Collection
New Oscar De La Renta Ostrich Feather and Crystal-Embellished Tulle Beige Gown M
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Oscar De La Renta Feather and Crystal-Embellished Tulle Gown. US size 8 Oscar de la Renta
OSCAR DE LA RENTA A/W 1987 Black Velvet Coq Feather Bustle Cocktail Dress Size S
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Thiensville, WI
Vintage Oscar de la Renta cocktail dress from the Autumn/Winter 1987 collection. Plunging v-cut
New Oscar de la Renta S/S 2008 AD Campaign Silk Pheasant Feather Dress Gown US 8
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Oscar de la Renta Silk Feather Exotic Dress Gown S/S 2008 Collection Designer size - US 8 100
Oscar de la Renta Elegant Strapless Black Feather Ball Gown S/S 2019 Size 2
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
Oscar de la Renta - Elegant, black ostrich feather ball gown. This voluminous gown is made of
OSCAR DE LA RENTA Spring 2015 4 Gold Feather Tulle Skirt Gold Sequin Bustier Set
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in San Francisco, CA
This fabulous OSCAR DE LA RENTA Spring 2015 collection evening look includes a full length gold
Oscar de la Renta Runway 2015 Spring Navy Silk Floral Applique Dress-Size 10
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Oscar de la Renta Runway 2015 Spring Navy Silk Floral Applique Dress-Size 10 This stunning Navy
Oscar de la Renta FW 2014 Runway Museum Red Carpet Black Gold Gown Dress L / XL
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Montgomery, TX
Oscar de la Renta Runway, Museum, Red Carpet Black Gold Ball Gown Dress F/W 2014 Runway Collection
Oscar de la Renta Hand Painted Silk Chiffon Fire Bird Caftan
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in New York, NY
Amazing Oscar de la Renta Hand Painted Silk Chiffon Fire Bird Caftan from the 1970's. Hand painted
Oscar de la Renta teal tone on tone chiffon goddess gown 1970s
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Oscar de la Renta teal tone on tone chiffon goddess gown 1970s...Strapless gown with a boned
S/S 2008 ICONIC OSCAR DE LA RENTA FEATHER DRESS GOWN from AD CAMPAIGN
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Montgomery, TX
OSCAR DE LA RENTA ICONIC FEATHER GOWN FROM 2008 COLLECTION Size 8 Bust 34", waist 30
Oscar de la Renta Pink Pleated Dress with Feather Trim
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Toronto, ON
Oscar de la Renta, pink, white, and black silk pleated dress with white maribou feather trim at hem
2011 Oscar de la Renta Sequin & Feather Embellished Dress
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Montgomery, TX
2011 Oscar de la Renta Sequin & Feather Embellished Dress. Black silk dress with sequin & feather
Oscar de la Renta Silk Chiffon Dress with feather trim
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Oscar de la Renta Silk Chiffon Dress with feather trim. Designed in black and white silk chiffon
Oscar de la Renta Black Feather Dress & Cashmere Jacket
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Oscar de la Renta Amazing Beaded Feather Dress & Cashmere Sweater Beautiful short silk flapper
Oscar de la Renta ombre dress with feathered silk skirt New
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Oscar de la Renta ombre dress with feathered silk skirt New with tags
Oscar de la Renta Pink Feather Couture Evening Ball Gown Dress
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Toronto, ON
This is one of the most incredible pieces in my collection- Oscar de la Renta's signature style of
Oscar De La Renta Feather Trimmed Sequinned Silk Dress Us 6 Uk 10
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in London, GB
Oscar De La Renta Feather Trimmed Sequinned Silk Dress. Black. Sleeveless. Bandeau. Zip fastening
Oscar de la Renta 1980s Feather Trimmed Cocktail Ensemble
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous 1980s cocktail ensemble by Oscar de la Renta consisting of sexy sheath and matching jacket
Oscar de la Renta Feather Trim Metallic Brocade Suit
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Two piece Oscar de la Renta ensemble is made from the most luxurious cornflower blue silk floral
1970s Petal Hem Oscar De La Renta Dress
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Rockwood, ON
Perfect for the upcoming season, this amazing De la Renta silk chiffon dress is just wonderful
OSCAR DE LA RENTA FEATHER and SEQUIN EMBELLISHED NUDE TULLE GOWN
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Montgomery, TX
OSCAR DE LA RENTA Embellished nude tulle evening gown. Sequins, crystals, feathers. Extremely
New Oscar De La Renta Feather and Crystal-Embellished Tulle Gown
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Oscar De La Renta Feather and Crystal-Embellished Tulle Gown. US size 8 Oscar de la Renta
1960s Gold Oscar De La Renta
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Rockwood, ON
This is a fantastic 1960s gown from Oscar De La Renta! It is shockingly lightweight - I know it
Oscar de la Renta Black Taffeta Ostrich Feather Mermaid Silhouette Evening Gown
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Westhampton Beach, NY
Black Silk Taffeta Ostrich Feather Evening Gown with Black Satin Bows. The Mermaid Silhouette is
Oscar De La Renta Evening Dress Made For A Queen
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in New York, NY
The name Oscar de la Renta is synonymous with iconic haute couture. Royal purple laser cut silk
Oscar de la Renta Gold Tone Sequin Strapless Gown With Ostrich Feather Accents
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Oscar de la Renta gold tone sequin strapless gown incorporating ostrich feather accents from the
1960's Oscar de la Renta Metallic Print-Silk Rhinestone Jumpsuit
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Oscar de la Renta is one of the world's leading fashion designers. Trained by Cristóbal Balenciaga
1970's Oscar de la Renta Pink Floral Print Silk-Chiffon Caftan Dress
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Oscar de la Renta is one of the world's leading fashion designers. Trained by Cristóbal Balenciaga
1970's Oscar de la Renta Metallic Colorful Floral Silk Peasant Dress Ensemble
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Oscar de la Renta is one of the world's leading fashion designers. Trained by Cristóbal Balenciaga
Oscar de la Renta Remarkable Lesage Embroidered Ball Ensemble 12
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Cloverdale, CA
to Lesage. These pieces are labeled “Oscar de la Renta,” who designed them for one of
1990's Oscar de le Renta Strapless Nude-Illusion Sculpted Gown
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Oscar de la Renta is one of the world's leading fashion designers. Trained by Cristóbal Balenciaga
1970s Silk & Gold Oscar De La Renta
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Rockwood, ON
This is a fantastic late 1970s gown from Oscar De La Renta! Its is shockingly light - I know it
1980s Oscar De la Renta Runway Gown
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Rockwood, ON
This dress was one of 40 pieces showcased and provided by Shrimpton Couture for Fashion Television
Oscar De la Renta
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Oscar De la Renta, sleeveless dress with metallic sequin and pearlescent beaded accents throughout
Oscar de la Renta Vintage Embellished Little Black Dress with Feather Trim
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Oscar de la Renta Vintage Embellished Little Black Dress with Feather Trim. Sublime. No size tag, I
Oscar de La Renta Black Silk Faille Embroidered Feathers Evening Dress, Fall 2004
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Oscar de La Renta Runway, Fall 2004 (Look 49) black silk faille evening dress with two front
Oscar de la Renta Black Silk Faille Feather Hem Evening Dress, Fall 2004
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Oscar de la Renta, Runway Fall 2004, black silk faille sleeveless dress with Ostrich feather hem
Oscar de la Renta Silk Metallic Sequin Pearl Evening Dress With Ostrich Feathers
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Oscar de la Renta sleeveless evening dress with metallic sequin and pearlescent beaded accents
Oscar De La Renta Spring 2015 Mini Cocktail Dress
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a strapless mini dress by Oscar De La Renta from his spring 2015 collection. It features
Oscar de la Renta Black and Gold Feather Trimmed Evening Gown with Train
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Oscar de la Renta Black and Gold Feather Trimmed Evening Gown with Train. This is so beautiful, but
1960's Oscar de la Renta Black Illusion Silk-Velvet & Feathers Evening Gown
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Oscar de la Renta is one of the world's leading fashion designers. Trained by Cristóbal Balenciaga
1960's Oscar de la Renta Plaid-Silk Belted Mod Babydoll Dress
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Oscar de la Renta is one of the world's leading fashion designers. Trained by Cristóbal Balenciaga
Vintage 1977 Oscar de la Renta Colorful Graphic Print Halter Backless Maxi Dress
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Gorgeous Oscar de la Renta graphic print jersey dress dating back to his 1977 collection. Oscar de
S/S 2012 Look #47 OSCAR DE LA RENTA EMBELLISHED NUDE GOWN with FEATHERS
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Montgomery, TX
OSCAR DE LA RENTA S/S 2012 Look #47 Embellished nude evening gown. Beads, feathers Content
1960s Jack Bryan Yellow Silk Rhinestone Beaded 60s A-Line Dress + Jacket Suit
By Jack Bryan by Dupuis, Jack Bryan
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic vintage 1960s JACK BRYAN yellow silk shantung A-Line dress and jacket ensemble! Dress features a tailored bodice with a forgiving A-Line shape skirt. Full metal zipper up the ba...
New Gucci Flora Bamboo Runway Pumps Heels Sz 6.5
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Brand New Gucci Flora Heels Size: 6.5 Beautiful Iconic Canvas Flora Pattern Bamboo & Gold Hardware Leather Insole Wood Heel Heel Height 3" With Box
$275
Size: Fits IT 40, US 4 see measurement
Dolce & Gabbana Lime Green Flared Pencil Skirt with Yellow Lace Accents
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in San Francisco, CA
Dolce and Gabbana lime green fit and flare pencil skirt with yellow lace godet panels at bottom. Vertical seam detail at one side. Back zip and hook and eye. 100% viscose (linen-loo...
$948Sale Price|25% Off
Size: Medium
1960s Guy Laroche Couture Lipstick Red Virgin Wool A Line Vintage 60s Mini Dress
By Guy Laroche
Located in San Diego, CA
1960s GUY LAROCHE Couture lipstick red virgin wool A-Line mini dress! The perfect alternative to a little black dress, this red gem is sure to stand out! Hand made, with the utmost a...
JUDITH LEIBER Gold & Silver Tone Rosette Clutch Optional Strap
By Judith Leiber
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Judith Leiber purse features a lovely floral pattern in white and gold rhinestone. There is a gold interior. In good vintage condition, there are some missing rhinestones and sl...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN 2002 "Supercalifragilistic" Laced Leather Denim Skinny Jeans
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN 2002 "Supercalifragilistic" Laced Leather Denim Skinny Jeans - Runway look #4 Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: Autumn / Winter 2002 "Supercali...
Hermes Birkin 25 Rouge Exotic Lizard Bag Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
The Hermès Birkin 25 is presented here in Rouge Exotique lizard, a softened red tone that balances vibrancy with restraint. The color offers presence while remaining versatile, makin...
Gianni Versace Couture Fall 2001 Black Silk Chiffon Tan Leather Belted Gown
By Gianni Versace, Gianni Versace Couture
Located in San Diego, CA
Extremely rare Fall 2001 runway GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE, by Donatella, Museum Worthy black silk chiffon and leather full length evening dress! Kylie Minogue also stunned in the gown o...
Chanel Cruise 2002 Midnight Blue Jersey & Chiffon Sash 02C Gown
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
The Cruise collections have always been part of the house’s story. Gabrielle Chanel loved to travel and introduced the idea of “cruise” dressing in the 1920s, presenting complete se...
Oscar de la Renta Black Velvet beaded Gown, Halter Top Bodice 6
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a sexy evening gown from Oscar de la Renta. It is made of black velvet and has a fully beaded bodice. It is a halter style top, that crosses in the back. The skirt is slit up...
NWT Versace White Leather Fur Collar Beaded Down Jacket w/ Swarovski Crystals 42
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Versace Women's White Leather Beaded Down Jacket with Fur Collar F/W 2016 Collection Designer size - 42 100% Lamb Skin ( Origin - Namibia), Goose Down, Persian Lamb Collar, Laser...
$675Sale Price|22% Off
Size: Size Small
Chanel Cashmere Blue & Green Gilt Metal Logo Button Cardigan circa 1990
By Chanel
Located in University City, MO
Chanel Luxurious cashmere blue & green gilt logo button cardigan c. 1990 The stylish Chanel cardigan is constructed with plush double-ply cashmere The cashmere cardigan is designed...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 1995 Striped Crosshatch Button Front Men's Dress Shirt
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 1995 Striped Crosshatch Button Front Men's Dress Shirt Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: S/S 1995 Designer: Alexander McQueen Style: butto...
1990s Emilio Pucci New Light Blue + Brown + Maroon Signature Mosaic Silk Bra Top
By Emilio Pucci
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy brand new 90s vintage EMILIO PUCCI silk bra crop top! Features the signature Pucci kaleidoscope print, with Pucci signature scribbled throughout. Straps are adjustable, and can ...
New Gucci New Midnight Green Python Mule Heels Sz 38.5
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Gucci Python Mules Brand New * Stunning in Midnight Green Python * Silver Horsebit Hardware * Size: 38.5 * Silver Studded Sides * Python & Leather Insole * Open toe * 5.5" Heel...
Prada FW 1995 Dalmatian Calf Hair Knee-High Boots, Size 37.5 – Archival Icon
By Miuccia Prada
Located in Berlin, DE
A striking and highly collectible pair of Prada Fall/Winter 1995 boots, embodying the house’s iconic mid-90s minimalism with a bold graphic twist. Crafted in Italy from luxurious ca...
The name Oscar de la Renta is synonymous with enduring originality in fashion, and his work deeply influenced other designers throughout the latter half of the 20th century. Vintage Oscar de la Renta evening dresses and gowns — which often feature ruffles, dazzling prints, vibrant colors and dramatic silhouettes — exude elegant sophistication and femininity, while his exquisite scarves and shoes rounded out his sought-after collections.
De la Renta was born in the Dominican Republic in 1932. He was the youngest of seven children, the rest of whom were girls. At the age of 18, he left home for Madrid and studied painting at the San Fernando Royal Academy of Fine Arts. A natural talent for illustration earned him an apprenticeship with the legendary Spanish fashion designer Cristobal Balenciaga.
In 1961, de la Renta visited Paris, where he was hired as a couture assistant at Lanvin. Less than two years later, he moved to New York City. He designed a ready-to-wear collection for Elizabeth Arden and partnered with Jane Derby. He also began designing dresses for First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy. When Derby died in 1965, the label was named after de la Renta (he took full control in the 1970s). Shortly after, he married an editor-in-chief of French Vogue, Françoise de Langlade, whose own career in fashion began at Elsa Schiaparelli’s fashion house.
De la Renta served as president of the Council of Fashion Designers of America from 1973–76, and again from 1986–88. In 1981, the tradition of de la Renta dressing First Ladies continued. He quickly became one of Nancy Reagan’s favorite designers (as well as her lifelong friend).
De la Renta expanded his clothing lines throughout the 1990s but kept true to his feminine, polished style. He also continued to design for the First Ladies of the United States, and his pieces were worn by both Hillary Clinton and Laura Bush. At Balmain, de la Renta was the first Dominican to design for a French couture house.
Over the course of his career, de la Renta earned the CFDA Lifetime Achievement Award, the Coty Award and the Fragrance Foundation’s Perennial Success Award. He passed away in 2014.
In 2015, the Savannah College of Art and Design Museum of Fashion + Film showcased more than 80 of de la Renta's gowns at its inaugural exhibit.
On 1stDibs, find vintage Oscar de la Renta suits, blouses, accessories and handbags.
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.