1930S White Rayon Tulle Princess Gown With Pearlesent Sequin Beaded Bodice From
Located in New York, NY
1930S White Rayon Tulle Princess Gown With Pearlesent Sequin Beaded Bodice From Paris
1930S White Rayon Tulle Princess Gown With Pearlesent Sequin Beaded Bodice From
Located in New York, NY
1930S White Rayon Tulle Princess Gown With Pearlesent Sequin Beaded Bodice From Paris
Vintage Purple Silk Embroidered Maxi Dress Anarkali Kashmir Princess Gown
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
kashmir India. These luxurious Royal court gown dress are world famous for their beauty and are adored for
$1,000
Size: none; comparable to size S
Lillie Rubin Black Sheer Angel Wing Gown with Rhinestone Plunge - Small, 1960s
By Lillie Rubin
Located in Tucson, AZ
-length princess gown of ultra-heavyweight silk crêpe; inverted V seam empire waist and matching front and
The Crown Series Auction Bonhams Princess Anne Ghillies Ball Gown Outfit
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Claudia Harrison (as Princess Anne): A full length silk Ghillies Ball gown Season 5, Episode 1
$1,760Sale Price|44% Off
Yiquing Yin "Princess of Pleats" Poiret Designer Hi Low Couture Dress Gown
By Yiquing Yin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
member of the Chambre Syndicale de la Haute Couture. Known as "The Princess of Pleats" this design
Elizabeth Mason Couture Black Silk Jersey "Uta" Gown
By Elizabeth Mason Couture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a gorgeous black silk jersey "Uta" gown, by Elizabeth Mason Couture. The "Uta" gown
1996 Rare Gianni Versace Couture Dress as seen on Princess Diana
By Gianni Versace Couture
Located in Montgomery, TX
1996 Rare Gianni Versace Couture Dress as seen on Princess Diana. Her dress was custom made in
2pc Black Sequin Gown with Silk Slip Dress, Circa 1940
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a black sequin and silk 2pc gown, custom made from the 1940's. It has short sleeves, layers
$436Sale Price|54% Off
Size: 4+
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
1960s Nat Kaplan 2-Piece Gold & Emerald Brocade A-Line Gown & Matching Coat
By Nat Kaplan
Located in Gresham, OR
1960s Nat Kaplan 2-Piece Gold & Emerald Brocade A-Line Gown & Matching Coat: Princess darting with
Elizabeth Mason Couture Black Silk Doupioni 'Maria' Gown Made-to-Measure
By Elizabeth Mason Couture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is an extremely elegant black "Maria" gown, by Elizabeth Mason Couture. The 'Maria' gown has a
Elizabeth Mason Couture Black "No Strings Attached" Gown Made to Order
By Elizabeth Mason Couture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is an incredible black silk jersey "No Strings Attached" gown, by Elizabeth Mason Couture. The
$17,600Sale Price|20% Off
Rare 1990 Versace Atelier Egyptian One-of-a-Kind Heavily Beaded Runway Gown
By Dolce & Gabbana, Atelier Versace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
very similar to another one-of-a-kind gown made for Princess Diana circa 1991 and she is seen
Escada Silver Sequin Feather Rosette on Cord Lattice Work & Cream Silk Gown 40
By Escada
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
gown. Scoop neck, princess seam gown with cap sleeves, yoke front, sides & back are covered in feather
$5,887
Size: Equivalent size France 35-36
A Pierre Balmain Couture Turquoise Silk Chiffon Cocktail Gown- France Circa 1958
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1958 France Sumptuous cocktail or ball gown with Princess line by Pierre Balmain Haute
VERSACE S/S 2015 Black Bondage Gold Lion Button Overall Princess Line Dress
By Versace
Located in Thiensville, WI
VERSACE S/S 2015 Black Bondage (back) Gold Lion Button Overall Princess Line Dress Brand
Ceil Chapman Black Draped Princess Seam Peplum Style Waist Dress Size XS
By Ceil Chapman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Ceil Chapman cocktail dress is composed of a black rayon. The dress features center a draped waist with a peplum flare. There is a center back zipper. In great vintage condition...
GIVENCHY Demi Couture c.1990's Black Silk Satin Maxi Evening Sheath Dress Gown
By Givenchy
Located in Thiensville, WI
, interior); metal (hardware) Additional Details / Inclusions: Maxi length gown; sleeveless; fitted princess
Moroccan Kaftan Red and Gold Brocade Caftan Maxi Dress 1970s Vintage
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
. Chinese red silk damask gown, Russian Empress red damask gown, Medieval style gown, Princess Royal gown.
rare ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2008 God Save The Queen Elizabeth strapless dress IT40 S
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Hong Kong, NT
the Windsor Royal Family. Hartnell designed both Queen Elizabeth II and Princess Margaret's wedding
MARTIER RAYMOND Ivory Silk Dress with Silver Metallic Floral Applique Size M
By Martier Raymond
Located in Los Angeles, CA
applique. There is a zipper closure and princess darts. In excellent vintage condition. Made in Italy
Victor Costa Black and Pink Silk Cocktail Dress, Circa 1980s
By Victor Costa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
. Elizabeth Mason The Paper Bag Princess, Inc.
Carolyne Roehm Black Cocktail Dress w/Bow
By Saks Fifth Avenue, Carolyne Roehm
Located in Los Angeles, CA
satin sash with a bow, deep square neckline, princess darts, and a zipper up the back. Measurements
Don Loper Black Long Sleeve Wool Back Zip Dress Fur Cuffs & Side Slit Size 6
By Don Loper
Located in Los Angeles, CA
with long sleeves and real fur at the cuffs. There is piping on the princess seams. This dress is fully
Geoffrey Beene Black Silk and Lace Cocktail Dress with Sash Belt Circa 1990
By Geoffrey Beene
Located in Los Angeles, CA
trim. Elizabeth Mason The Paper Bag Princess, Inc.
Elizabeth Mason Couture Silk & Lace Cocktail Dress size 2 (or made to measure)
By Elizabeth Mason Couture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
at The Paper Bag Princess Boutique and on 1stdibs. You may purchase the sample as shown or order a
Ceil Chapman Vintage Cocktail Dress, Circa 1960s
By Ceil Chapman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Paper Bag Princess, Inc.
Ceil Chapman Floral Brocade Cocktail Dress, Circa 1950
By Ceil Chapman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
place your name on a wish list for the future. Elizabeth Mason The Paper Bag Princess
1990s Catherine Walker Chelsea Design Co White Cotton Dress
By Catherine Walker
Located in London, GB
designing bespoke gowns for clients. She went on to extraordinary success, creating gowns for Princess Diana
Racil British Princess Gown
Located in Toronto, CA
. Crafted with exquisite attention to detail and designed for the modern-day princess, this gown exudes
Bob Mackie Ice Princess Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in Topanga, CA
bodice, side slit in front. The lower part of the gown is fringed with clear silver backed bugle beads.
60s Lace with Iridescent Sequins Princess Gown
By Alfred Bosand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Precious and charming evening gown perfect for any major life event requiring you to look like a
1970’s Hot Pink & White Floral Full-length Handmade Maxi Gown
Located in Greenport, NY
Incredible one of a kind 1970’s handmade hot pink & white floral full length, long sleeve maxi gown
1970s Halston Black Ruffle Evening Gown
By Halston
Located in Brooklyn, NY
shoulders and balanced with a princess waistline, this gown slips on with ease, zipping up from hip to
1960s Princess Galitzine Raw Silk Dress
By Irene Galitzine
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
Get inspired by the casual yet glamorous style of the 1960s with this Galitzine silk, black, tan, and cream, multi-print, tunic dress. This sophisticated dress is made of a superior...
CHANEL-Fall 2001 Wool & Sequin Runway Evening Gown
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Dallas, TX
From the Fall, 2001 Runway Collection. The princess seamed gown is a wheat color with the body in
1980s Murray Arbeid Signature Blue Taffeta and Black Velvet Evening Gown
By Murray Arbeid
Located in Houston, TX
Murray Arbeid's designs - the 1987 red and black velvet flamenco ball gown made famous by Princess Diana
Pre-washed rosebud print black silk crepe FLORA KUNG princess dress
By Flora Kung
Located in Boston, MA
This one-of-a-kind vintage dress has puff sleeves, silk pipings, couture silk loops and silk-covered buttons at back. Waistband and tie is made of silk crepe. Wear something no on...
Yuki Torimaru pleated columnar evening gown, Circa 1987
By Yuki
Located in London, GB
showstopper evening dress, a symbolic sculpture in pleats, is similar to the original gown Princess Diana wore
Unavailable
Size: Italian 42/S
Giambattista Valli Black Sueded Silk Size 42/S Cocktail Dress w/ Princess Sleeve
By Giambattista Valli
Located in Houston, TX
faux loos black bow and princess sleeve. Dress length hits right below the knee. Offered is a signed
Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Lavender floral gown with princess sleeve, delicate silk embroidery throughout bodice, and white
Rare 1960s Norman Hartnell Gold Lame and Mink Dress and Coat
By Norman Hartnell
Located in Houston, TX
the wedding dresses of Queen Elizabeth II and Princess Margaret, the amazing coronation gown for
Archival Hollywood Couture Nightwear 1930's - 1970's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Soft pink chiffon gown with princess cape sleeves and delicate white lace trims the neckline and
White Silk Gown W/ Embroidered Roses & Beadwork
Located in Los Angeles, CA
princess gown a truly enchanting choice for any special occasion. Condition: Material: Satin Sleeve
1960s Oscar de la Renta Princess Fit Gown
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Gresham, OR
1960s silver lame brocade Princess cut evening gown with cutout detail. [Shoulder to shoulder: 15
Galanos Wool Gown
By James Galanos
Located in New York, NY
Galanos charcoal grey wool flannel, sleeveless, V neck, fitted princess line gown with matching
Givenchy Cream Chiffon Gown
By Givenchy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a cream chiffon gown by Givenchy, from the 1990's. The gown has twisted spaghetti straps, a
Yves Saint Laurent Matellasse Gown
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
YSL, white, strapless, princess line, matellasse gown made of a combination of cotton and wool.
Lord & Taylor 1960s brocade gown
By Kent Originals
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Very Jackie O, classic chic…The most amazing shade of pale green brocade with gold threads…Princess
Givenchy Couture Black Velvet Gown
By Givenchy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a classic Givenchy Couture black velvet gown with white trim. Measurements: Length: 45
Galanos Hand-Beaded Butterfly Gown
By James Galanos
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This truly is a fantastic Galanos butterfly gown. The bodice is as you can see actually a butterfly
Princess Irene Galitzine Metallic Velvet Evening Dress
Located in New Hope, PA
Irene Galitzine, a Russian born Princess, became a world class designer in her adopted home of
Alvarado Bessi beaded metallic floral gown
By Alvarado Bessi
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
beads and sequins with matching cuffs...Princess seamed gown has long sleeves, V neck line, soft padded
SUZY PERETTE 1950S PRINCESS-STYLE LBD
By Suzy Perette
Located in Alford, MA
An early example of the Suzy Perette label, known for incorporating the aesthetics of Dior's New Look into affordable American fashion, this dress epitomizes the characteristics of t...
Vicky Tiel Silver Gown, Circa 1980
By Vicky Tiel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a silver gown by Vicky Tiel, from the 1980's. The gown has rouching at the hips, shoulder
John Galliano Princess Lucretia Black Slip, 1994
By John Galliano
Located in Los Angeles, CA
JOHN GALLIANO PRINCESS LUCRETIA BLACK SLIP 1994 Condition : Excellent Vintage Condition John
Fabrice Black Beaded Evening Gown, Circa 1980
By Fabrice
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is an incredible black evening gown with colorful floral beading detail by Fabrice, from the
Chloe Long Black Gown, Late 1970's
By Chloé
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a long black gown by Chloe, from the late 1970's. The gown has a design detail at the
Mary McFadden Beaded Evening Gown, Circa 1990
By Mary McFadden
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a long evening gown by Mary McFadden. It has a long sleeved beaded bodice with a long
Brian Winston Beaded Multicolored Gown circa 1980s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a fantastically unique strapless gown with a sweetheart neckline and a multicolored beaded
Badgley Mischka Baby Blue Silk Floral Gown
By Badgley Mischka
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a long baby blue and cream silk floral print gown by Badgley Mischka, from the 1990's. The
Oscar de la Renta Navy Blue Gown
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is an Oscar de la Renta navy blue gown. Measurements: Length: 66.5 " Waist: 34" Bust: 31
Victor Costa Silk Floral Gown, Circa 1980
By Victor Costa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a red, green, and white silk floral strapless gown by Victor Costa, from the 1980's. It has
Chanel Long Black Evening Gown, Circa 1990
By Chanel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a black shiny polyester evening gown by Chanel, from the 1990's. It has a side zipper and a
Christian Dior Pink Mermaid Gown, Circa 1990
By Christian Dior
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is an adorable pink "mermaid" gown by Christian Dior, from 1990. The gown has cream lace
Vivienne Westwood Cream Silk Gown, Circa 2000
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a gorgeous cream silk gown by Vivienne Westwood, from 2000. The gown has a constructed
Elizabeth Mason Couture Black/Gold Lace Gown
By Elizabeth Mason Couture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a black and gold lace strapless gown, by Elizabeth Mason Couture. The gown has a detachable
Stephen Yearick Grey Sequin Gown Size 6
By Stephen Yearick
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This wonderful gown is designed by Stephen Yearick. Measurements (Approximate): Length (Back of
Badgley Mischka Black Chiffon Beaded & Rhinestone Gown
By Badgley Mischka
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a gorgeous sleeveless evening gown from Badgley Mischka. It is made of black chiffon with a
Oscar De La Renta layered organza gown
Located in Los Angeles, CA
. 310 849-2433 Elizabeth Mason The Paper Bag Princess, Inc.
ALAIA Apple Red Gown, Personal Property Melanie Griffith
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautiful candy apple sleek gown by ALAIA, it is from the dress collection of Melanie Griffith
Givenchy Long Black Polka Dot Gown, Circa 1980
By Givenchy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a long black polka dot gown by Givenchy, from the Late 1970s early 1980's. The
Jean Desses Peach Silk Chiffon Haute Couture Gown
By Jean Dessès
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A delicate and beautiful example of Desses' early work. This gown is certainly 'Red Carpet Worthy
Dolce & Gabbana Chocolate Silk Gown w/Black Lace
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a chocolate brown strech silk gown with black lace detail by Dolce & Gabbana. The gown has
Mary McFadden Evening Gown w/ Beaded & Sequined Bodice
By Mary McFadden
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a lovely long sleeve evening gown from Mary McFadden. It is made of an olive green crinkle
Ceil Chapman Vintage Black Beaded Gown, Circa 1960
By Ceil Chapman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a black beaded strapless gown by Ceil Chapman, from the 1960's. The dress has black tulle
Giorgio Armani Chiffon Floral Print Gown w/Rhinestones
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is an elegant floral print chiffon gown with silver and pink rhinestones by Giorgio Armani
Badgley Mischka Silver Velvet Beaded Gown Size 6
By Badgley Mischka
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a beautiful Badgley Mischka Gown in a beautiful silver hue with beading details
Traina-Norell Vintage Black Chiffon & Cream Lace Gown,
By Traina-Norell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a lovely gown from Traina-Norell. The skirt is layered chiffon with an opaque under-skirt
1990s Carolyne Roehm gold silk brocade open back gown
By Carolyne Roehm
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Carolyne Roehm gold silk brocade gown...Princess seamed gown with long raglan sleeves, deep v open
Kaat Tilley Gown/ Coat, Personal Property of Melanie Griffith
Located in Los Angeles, CA
collar and five buttons at the bust. This gown and evening coat have a beautiful princess silhouette.
Christian Dior Couture Long Black Satin Gown, Circa 1985
By Christian Dior
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a long black satin, one-shoulder gown by Christian Dior Couture, from 1985. The gown has a
Custom 2pc Black Silk and Chiffon Gown, Circa 1940
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a 2pc black custom made gown from the 1940's. It has a black silk strapless dress/slip
E. Galindo Olive Gown, Personal Property of Melanie Griffith
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a gorgeous olive green one-shoulder crepe gown by E. Galindo, and the personal property of
E.Galindo Velvet Gown, Personal Property of Melanie Griffith
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a ruby red crushed velvet and lace gown by E. Galindo, and the personal property of Melanie
SUE WONG Pink Silk Gown, Flower Beading, Melanie Griffiths
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is an amazing 100% silk pink gown worn by Melanie Griffith. It has beaded flower detail all
Victorian Cream Cotton & Lace High Swan Neck Blouse With Trim Sleeves Hand-Made
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Cream Cotton & Lace High Swan Neck Blouse With Trim Sleeves Hand-Made Buttons
Vicky Tiel 1980s Silk Strapless High Low Bustier Dress
By Vicky Tiel
Located in Water Mill, NY
A great pink silk high low dress from Vicky Tiel. It has a drop waist horizontally ruched boned bustier bodice onto which is gathered a full skirt knee length in the front, ankle len...
$460Sale Price|53% Off
Hand Embroidered Evening Coat with Sequins by Elizabeth Mason Couture
By Elizabeth Mason Couture
Located in Port Hope, ON
Sublime hand embroidered with sequins and beads evening coat. This special piece has 3/4 sleeves, a satin lining and closure is by a series of hook and eyes. Will go well with formal...
1960s Vintage Moroccan Velvet Caftan Emerald Green and Gold Thread
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
1960s Vintage Moroccan Velvet Caftan Emerald Green and Gold Thread. Size XXL. This long maxi dress velvet caftan is embroidered and embellished entirely by hand, satin lined. One of ...
1980s Chris Kole Coral Pink Size 6 Off the Shoulder Silk Taffeta Vintage Gown
By Lillie Rubin
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 80s CHRIS KOLE for LILLE RUBIN coral pink / salmon silk taffeta off-the-shoulder evening gown! Features a flattering ruched tailored boned bodice with elastic straps at top...
$746Sale Price|25% Off
Size: Petite Small - Medium
1990s Janine of London Lillie Rubin Silver Grey Metallic Crushed Velvet Dress
By Janine of London, Lillie Rubin
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy 90s JANINE OF LONDON for LILLIE RUBIN silver gray crushed velvet metallic bodycon dress! Features the softest crushed velvet that stretches to fit. Has what first appears to be ...
Victorian Embroidered Batiste Lace Gown Hattie 1900s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Victorian embroidered cotton batiste lace gown embroidered with the name Hattie from the early 1900s. This beautiful gown was never worn, it still has the pencil order number written...
Purple sequin Asymmetrical evening dress HALSTON New
By Halston
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Asymmetrical purple sequin evening dress. Main fabric composition: 100% nylon. Lining composition: 92% polyester, 8% elastane. Invisible zip on the right side + hook&eye. Wrap on t...
$790Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 6
Bill Blass Pink White Polka Dot Hand Painted Fit and Flare Vintage Dress, 1990
By Bill Blass
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 90s BILL BLASS pale pink and white hand painted polka dot fit n' flare cocktail silk taffeta dress! Features large handpainted polka dots throughout. Attached white lace underla...
UNWORN Rare Gucci by Tom Ford SS 1996 Black Lace Mini Dress Gown 38
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
Stunning Gucci by Tom Ford lace dress From his SS 1996 collection for Gucci Finest black lace Fully lined with nude silk Made in Italy Dry Clean Only Size 38 Seen in the AD campaig...
Halston Silk Wrap Dress 1970s
By Halston, Halson
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful black silk dress from Halston. It has a plunging neckline, cape sleeves and wraps at the front waist. The skirt portion is straight gathering onto a waistband which hooks...
$395Sale Price|33% Off
Size: Medium - Large
Chic 1960s Black and White Gingham Long Sleeve A - Line Vintage 60s Wool Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic late 1960s black and white large houndstooth long sleeve A-line dress! Features a fitted bodice with a full skirt. Oversized collar, and bell sleeves that cuff at the hem. Featu...
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN pink LEATHER CROPPED BIKER Jacket 40
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Zürich, CH
Alexander McQueen cropped biker jacket in pale pink textured calf leather. With epaulettes, buttoned notch collar, zipper pocket on the chest, buttoned flap pocket on the front, belt...
Fall 1999 Chanel Black and Cream Felted Wool Maxi Dress
By Chanel
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Beautiful Chanel black and cream felted wool maxi dress from Fall 1999 collection. The bottom of the dress is cream while the top is black with a curved seam accentuating the waist, ...
House of Worth Blue Silk Moire Reception Gown and Bonnet
By House of Worth
Located in Sharon, CT
In a Blue Silk Moire, a rare House of Worth circa 1875 Gown. Jacket Bodice: waist 20", length 21 (front), length 26" (back). Skirt: waist 25", length 42.5" (front), length 45" (back...
Christian Dior 2000s John Galliano Malice Mini Sac Black Satin XS Shoulder Bag
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in PARIS, FR
Christian Dior Malice bag circa 2000 by John Galliano Mini format in black ottoman (probably technical nylon thread), large front flap with openwork pattern circled in silver metal e...
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.
Costumer to the stars Ray Aghayan brought the famed painting to life with his spectacular design.
From handbags and heels to jackets and jewels, Sharon Coplan Hurowitz has a deep admiration for (and collection of) all things Chanel.
Jeriana San Juan explains how she undertook the intimidating project of designing costumes for the new Netflix series about the New York fashion legend. (Hint: She found vintage Halston on 1stDibs!)
Once considered a controversial item of clothing, fashion designer Sonja de Lennart's creation is now a bona fide classic.
The classic tweed garment has been a wardrobe staple of chic women around the world since the 1950s.
Amanda Benchley and Bridget Moynahan teamed up to explore the relationship between powerful women and their most significant footwear.
This year's Costume Institute exhibition is all about embracing the eccentric.
Ballrooms, Bar Suits and British royals — in a sweeping exhibition, the London museum looks back on 70 years of the French fashion house, as well as its illustrious founder and his fondness for the United Kingdom.