Emilio Pucci Purple Silk Long Sleeve Gown with Open Back Size Medium Large
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Emilio Pucci gown is composed of a radiant soft purple silk.
Emilio Pucci Purple Silk Long Sleeve Gown with Open Back Size Medium Large
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Emilio Pucci gown is composed of a radiant soft purple silk.
Stunning EMILIO PUCCI Purple Pleated Signature Print Evening Maxi Dress Gown M
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
BEAUTIFUL FAMOUS EMILIO PUCCI MULTICOLOR PRING DRAPED MAXI GOWN DRESS DETAILS: Beautiful purple & multicolored silk in the famous PUCCI signature print Printed fabric signed di...
NEW Emilio Pucci Signature Print Neckholder Maxi Dress Gown 42
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
EMILIO PUCCI "ARCHIVIO" SIGNATURE PRINT GOWN A timeless EMILIO PUCCI gown that will never go out of style! Stunning goddess-like gown by Emilio Pucci. DETAILS: Exclusive and gorg...
UNWORN Emilio Pucci Signature Print Chiffon Silk Floral Print Silk Dress Gown 42
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
Beautiful Emilio Pucci Silk Dress In the signature floral print "Emilio" discreetly written all over on the silk Vibrant colors Asymmetric cut Deep V-neckline in back Midi to ankle ...
$1,000Sale Price|20% Off
Emilio Pucci Fall 2012 Purple Rayon Lace Cut Out Long Sleeve Bodycon Dress
By Emilio Pucci
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy EMILIO PUCCI Fall 2012 purple rayon jersey / lace cut-out dress ! Features a soft stretch rayon jersey with sheer lace cut-out panels at each side and on the back. This was the ...
Emilio Pucci Long silk dress
By Emilio Pucci
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
PUCCI - (Made in Italy) Long purple silk dress with a white, green, and pink flower pattern enhanced with pearls, sequins, and rhinestones. Size 42IT. Condition: Very good condition...
Emilio Pucci 1970s Silk Jersey Pink Purple Black Vintage 70s Maxi Dress
By Emilio Pucci
Located in San Diego, CA
Fantastic vintage 70s EMILIO PUCCI black, pink, purple fuchsia and white silk jersey maxi dress! Features the signature kaleidoscope print throughout the skirt, on each sleeve cuff, ...
Emilio Pucci S/S 2011 Runway Unworn Embellished Cutout Crochet Open Knit Dress
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Emilio Pucci S/S 2011 Runway Unworn Embellished Cutout Crochet Open Knit Maxi Dress Look 8 from the Spring 2011 Collection by Peter Dundas. (in ivory color) Condition: Unworn howe...
UNWORN Emilio Pucci Embroidered Signature Print Embellished Tunic Midi Dress 40
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
A stunning, timeless piece by Emilio Pucci Made of softest printed fabric - hugging your body! Signature print discreetly signed with "Emilio" all over Wonderful colors Neckline and ...
Multicolor printed dress with beaded work and embroidered Emilio Pucci
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Multicolor printed dress with beaded work and embroidered
EMILIO PUCCI by Peter Dundas Stretchy Leather Lace Up Cocktail Midi Dress M
By Emilio Pucci, Peter Dundas
Located in Switzerland, CH
Emilio Pucci's dress is constructed from panels of fabric and leather that are held together by eyelet-embellished laced trims that snake around the body. Maximize this amazing dress...
NEW Emilio Pucci by Peter Dundas Silk Lace & Leather Cocktail Evening Dress 42
By Emilio Pucci, Peter Dundas
Located in Switzerland, CH
Gorgeous dress by Peter Dundas designed for Emilio Pucci Special piece in black and blue colors Extraordinary material combination Finest silk combined with softest lambskin glove le...
ATELIER Red & Purple Silk Chiffon Pucci Cut Out Gown
Located in New York, NY
MORPHEW ATELIER Red & Purple Silk Chiffon Pucci Cut Out Gown Material: Silk
1970s Emilio Pucci Blue, Purple and Green Maxi Dress
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Toronto, Ontario
A classic and beautiful Emilio Pucci maxi dress dating from the 1970s. Blue and purple abstract colour blocking with a green and white leaf style print throughout. A very flattering ...
Emilio Pucci Purple Cocktail Dress
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Purple Emilio Pucci cocktail dress with long sleeves, bateau neckline, cutout at bust, gathering at waist with gold-tone logo plaque and side invisible zip closure. - Condition: L...
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New Emilio Pucci Dress
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Presented here is a beautiful Emilio Pucci royal blue dress. The tags are still on the dress. The retail is 1595 dollars. These are Italian sizes so please pay careful attention to t...
Emilio Pucci Fall 2010 Runway Printed Gown
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Electric purple ombre to grey/blue with the iconic pucci print.
EMILIO PUCCI purple silver beaded neck one shoulder tiered dress IT38 XS
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Hong Kong, NT
EMILIO PUCCI purple silver beaded neck one shoulder tiered dress IT38 XS Reference: WECN/A00044 Brand: Emilio Pucci Material: Viscose Color: Purple, Silver Pattern: Solid Closure: Sl...
1960s Emilio Pucci Purple Printed Fringe Dress
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
No Pucci collection is complete without our amazing 1960s Emilio Pucci printed fringe dress! Bust features Pucci's signature swirling pattern in incredible shades of purple! Woven, l...
Emilio Pucci dress
By Emilio Pucci
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
EMILIO PUCCI - (Made in Italy) Purple silk dress embroidered with ethnical pattern in red, pink, beige, and orange tones, and with tube pearls. Size 38FR indicated. Condition: Very ...
Emilio Pucci Silk Frill Dress
By Emilio Pucci
Located in London, GB
Emilio Pucci Silk Frill Dress Dark fuchsia midi dress with deep teardrop cut out to the neckline. Long frill embellished split sleeves, concealed zip fastening at back. Fully line...
EMILIO PUCCI beige purple yellow animal striped slinky mini dress IT40 S
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Hong Kong, NT
EMILIO PUCCI beige purple yellow animal striped slinky mini dress IT40 S Reference: CC/A00477 Brand: Emilio Pucci Material: Viscose Color: Beige, Multicolour Pattern: Animal Print Cl...
EMILIO PUCCI pink blue ostrich feather collar crystal embellished dress
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Hong Kong, NT
EMILIO PUCCI pink blue ostrich feather collar crystal embellished dress Reference: CC/A00402 Brand: Emilio Pucci Material: Fabric, Feather Color: Multicolour Pattern: Abstract Closur...
1960s Emilio Pucci Purple Print Silk Jersey Dress W/ Banded Empire Waist and Hem
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Gresham, OR
This late 1960's Pucci print dress is made of his revolutionary weightless and unlined silk jersey stretch fabric manufactured in Italy giving a natural hug with the body's curves. T...
EMILIO PUCCI Light Blue and Purple Abstract Print Maxi Dress Size M
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Pucci dress is composed of a jersey knit polyester with a wonderful bold abstract print. Features an empire waist with a scoop neck. In excellent vintage condition (light signs ...
Emilio Pucci Vintage Psychedelic Print Midi Dress, Italy, c. 1960s–1970s
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Woodland Hills, CA
An original vintage Emilio Pucci dress dating to the designer’s celebrated 1960s–1970s period. Crafted in Italy from lightweight printed jersey, this long-sleeve midi dress features ...
Pucci Form Fit Rogers Robe and Gown
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Austin, TX
Pucci purple Form Fit Rogers Robe and Gown. Condition: Excellent.
New Emilio Pucci Purple Sequin Beads Embellished Long Silk Dress It 38 - US 4
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Emilio Pucci Purple Embellished Long Silk Dress Gown Italian size 38, US 4, Fr 34, UK 6. 100% Silk, Finished with Sequins and Beads, Ruffle Details, Open Back, Zip Closure.
Emilio Pucci Silk Jersey V Plunge neckline Maxi Dress 1970s
By Emilio Pucci
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Emilio Pucci Silk Jersey V Plunge neckline Maxi Dress from the 1970s. This gorgeous gown is done in hot pink, medium pink, pale pink, cream and two shades of gray swirled together i...
1970S ROLAND's OF ROME Pink & Black Silk Jersey Pucci Leonard Style Long Sleev
Located in New York, NY
1970S ROLAND's OF ROME Pink & Black Silk Jersey Pucci Leonard Style Long Sleeve Dress
New Emilio Pucci Lace Cheer Blue Dress Gown It.40
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Emilio Pucci Lace Cheer Gown Italian size 40 Color - Blue. Fully Lined - 100% Silk. Back Side Zipper Closure. Measurements Flat: Length on front - 60 inches, Length on back ...
Emilio Pucci purple fitted jersey dress New With Tags
By Emilio Pucci
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful for summer. Purple fitted knee length jersey dress by Emilio Pucci. Dress features Caviar beads trim and straps detail. Perfect day or evening piece. New with tags. Size ...
Emilio Pucci Multicolor Printed Scallop Lace Insert Sleeveless Midi Dress S
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Tailored from quality fabrics, this Emilio Pucci dress has prints all over, a tie in the neckline and lace inserts. This dress can be assembled with simple sandals and accessories fo...
Vintage 1970's Emilio Pucci Phoenix-Bird Print Silk Handkerchief Sleeve Gown
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An absolutely gorgeous early 1970's Emilio Pucci couture novelty print silk-jersey maxi dress with original unworn boutique tags! Emilio Pucci was the king of textile innovative and ...
Emelio Pucci Purple Geometric Print Tie Back Halter Dress
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Emelio Pucci Purple Geometric Print Tie Back Halter Dress. This is so sweet, ties in the back with long floor sweeping ties. Size 34 Bust 36" Waist 28" Hips50" Length 62" Excellent c...
Emilio Pucci Plunging Purple Print Vintage Evening Dress
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Emilio Pucci Plunging Purple Print Vintage Evening Dress. This is so pretty, please use the zoom feature to see the details. Size 8. Bust 34" Waist 28" HIps 40 Length 60" Excellent p...
Emilio Pucci Mini-Dress - 1980s
By Emilio Pucci
Located in London, Chelsea
Dashing Pucci Mini Dress. This sexy Emilio Pucci mini-dress can also be worn over trousers. It features a great geometric, Op Art pattern in a mixture of bold and light colours. It h...
Purple jersey and silk evening dress with brooch CLASS Roberto Cavalli
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Purple jersey and silk evening dress with brooch on the top middle front. Jersey composition: 80% rayon, 20% polyester. Silk neckline and printed silk on the waist. Button and butto...
Emilio Pucci Printed Silk Jersey Dress
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Geneva, CH
A 70's Pucci dress with an unusual irises print. Fitted bodice, "V" neckline. Buttons with matching fabric all way down the waist. Another border accents the "V" neck. Zip closure on...
Roberto Cavalli 2001 Maxi floral printed dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in CANNES, FR
Roberto Cavalli 2001 Blue silk long dress with straps, printed with a beige floral and gold lurex motif. Size 36. (Composition and size labels missing).
Emilio Pucci One shoulder dress size 40
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Viscose (83%) and silk Azure color Fancy print Shoulder/hem length cm 92 (3622 inches)
UNWORN Beautiful Emilio Pucci Signature Print Silk Jersey Bow Tie Dress 44
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
Beautiful Emilio Pucci dress Made of softest silk jersey Signature print in beautiful blue and beige colors "Emilio" signature discreetly written all over Simply slips on Bow tie det...
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Backless Violet Silk Charmeuse Gown
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Stunning Alexander McQueen Purple violet silk charmeuse gown with interesting sleeves and exposed bare back. Slightly cowl neck. strap can be removed. Dress zip from the side. Size M...
Purple jersey slip asymmetrical evening dress with drag VERSACE COLLECTION
By Versace Collection
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Purple jersey slip asymmetrical evening dress. Invisible zip closure on the left side. Metal branded buckle on the top front left. Shorter lenght (left side) = 114cm Longer lenght ( ...
$7,790
Size: See Measurement in description
ROBERTO CAVALLI F/w 2004 Baroque Purple Embroidered Halter Gown NWT
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in 上海市, Xuhui district
Body: 18% Silk 82% Viscose Lining: 100% Silk Measurements All measurements taken laid flat: - Bust: no limits given its halter neck strap and backless design - Waist: 14" / 35....
Purple rayon jersey backless draped evening dress with shawl Versace
By Versace
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Purple rayon jersey backless draped evening dress with shawl. Wrap in the front. Body-suit inside in skin-tone tulle .Invisible zip on the right side. Boned. Padded bra. Size of the ...
New Tom Ford for Gucci S/S 2004 Deep Purple Silk Plunging Backless Dress 38 & 44
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Tom Ford for Gucci Plunging Backless Mini Sexy Dress S/S 2004 Collection Designer sizes available - 38 and 44 90% Silk, 10% Spandex; Deep Purple Color, Cut-Out Detail, Bell Sleev...
$599Sale Price|53% Off
Size: 40
NEW Emilio Pucci Silk Jungle Cheetah Animal Floral Botanical Print Dress 40
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
A stunning dress by Emilio Pucci that taps into spring's floral trend perfectly Modern Emilio Pucci signature print on fine silk jersey "Emilio" discreetly written all over Draped u...
Printed silk jersey slip dress EMILIO PUCCI
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Printed silk jersey slip dress. Invisible zip and hook&eye closure on the left side. SIZE 38 (Fr) M
UNWORN Emilio Pucci Signature Print Silk Twill Tunic Shirt Style Dress 40
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
A stunning piece by Emilio Pucci Made of finest printed silk twill with signature print Discreetly signed with "Emilio" all over Shirt style dress Gathered Buttoned cuffs Side slit p...
UNWORN Emilio Pucci Signature Print Cut Out Neck Dress 40
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
Exclusive and gorgeous EMILIO PUCCI dress A rare and wonderful piece - you will hardly find anyone wearing the same dress Made of soft silk jersey Beautiful signature print with "Em...
$471Sale Price|40% Off
Size: IT42
Alessandra Rich Floral Print Silk Mini Dress with Sweetheart Neckline
By Alessandra Rich
Located in London, GB
Stunning Alessandra Rich floral print silk mini dress. Bought for £1395 and new with tag. Made from emerald green silk crepe with a richly printed lilac and tangerine floral print. I...
2010s Alberta Ferretti Aubergine Silk Chiffon and Lace Halterneck Dress
By Alberta Ferretti
Located in London, GB
Alberta Ferretti is an Italian designer celebrated for her ethereal, romantic aesthetic, defined by flowing silhouettes, delicate fabrics, and a sense of femininity. This elegant eve...
Pierre Cardin Iconic 1960s Dress
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Water Mill, NY
An iconic 1960s yellow linen dress from Pierre Cardin. It has a stand up collar and cap sleeves with trapunto embroidery around them, the hem and front pocket. It has a handstitched...
1983 AZZEDINE ALAIA deep brown semi sheer knit illusion dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Rare 1983 Azzedine Alaïa Semi-Sheer Knit Illusion Dress Exceptionally rare deep brown knit dress with sheer illusion panels from Azzedine Alaïa’s debut summer collection, 1983. A de...
Beautiful Bill Blass Vintage Sz 6 / 8 Navy Blue Silk Satin 90s Gown + Shawl
By Bill Blass
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1990s BILL BLASS Couture navy blue silk satin strapless mermaid gown and matching shawl. Strapless bodice features a super soft silk velvet in navy. Interior support holds ...
Christian Dior by John Galliano Lace Up Dress
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous black silk dress by John Galliano for Christian Dior. The body of the dress is made of fine black stretch silk with functional adjustable lacing at the center front and b...
Roberto Cavalli Abstract print Silk Gown
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in GOUVIEUX, FR
This Roberto Cavalli is a striking example of the brand's signature blend of luxury and bold design. Crafted in a lightweight, flowing silk. The gown features a halter neckline that ...
Emilio Pucci Chain Embellished Cutout Open Back Black Evening Dress Gown
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Emilio Pucci Chain Embellished Cutout Open Back Black Evening Dress Gown Black Emilio Pucci long sleeve cutout evening dress with open back featuring gold-tone chain-link accents an...
$1,350
Size: none; comparable to size XXS
Sapphire Silk Halter Ball Gown w Tabletop Pannier Hoop Skirt - XXS, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Worn by a well-to-do young Parisian at her debutante ball, which included a pre-party on a Seine-docked yacht. The convertible halter neck adds real-world practicality, but the jaw-...
$1,675
Size: Extra Small
Beautiful 1960s Extra Small XS Couture Black Silk Chiffon Vintage 60s Gown Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1960s demi couture black silk chiffon sequin evening gown! Features thousands of hand-sewn black sequins throughout the sleeves and skirt. Thin spaghetti strap underlay wit...
Gianni Versace F/W 2001 Blue Marmot Fur Jacket Coat
By Gianni Versace
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Gianni Versace F/W 2001 Blue Marmot Fur Jacket Coat Seen on Look 8 on the Runway in the beige color and on Kim Kardashian in the cropped version. Size IT 42 Condition: great vint...
Dolce & Gabbana Pink Green Geometric Print Lace up Sides Silk Dress 1990s
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful silk dress in a pink and green geometric print from Dolce & Gabbana. The bodice is vertically boned, fitted through to the hips and has an attached matching pink adj...
Finest North American White Lynx Belly Full Length Hood Fur Coat
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Wrap yourself in luxury with this stunning finest North American white lynx belly fur coat. Crafted from the purest white lynx fur, sourced from North America and expertly handcrafte...
Remarkable Vintage Oscar de la Renta Black Velvet & Chiffon Grecian Gown
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in San Diego, CA
Absolutely remarkable vintage Oscar de la Renta gown! Beautiful black silk velvet skirt, with a pleated asymmetrical chiffon bodice. Slight mermaid train. Hidden hook-and-eyes at top...
New Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL Lotus Heels Final Collection 2004 Sz 38
By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Conroe, TX
Yves Saint Laurent Heels Brand New * Tom Ford Era Lotus Slides * This was his last collection for Yves Saint Laurent. He was inspired by the Chinese Collection of 1977 His Final Coll...
Vintage Valentino Runway SS 2000 Embroidered Beaded Silk Tulle Skirt Suit US 8
By Valentino
Located in Montgomery, TX
Vintage Valentino Fully Embellished Skirt Suit Runway S/S 2000 Skirt suit was presented by the most famous model Gisele Bundchen. Silk suit with the black tulle on the top fully emb...
Oscar de la Renta Purple Ombre Houndstooth Check Silk Cocktail Dress
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in San Francisco, CA
Oscar de la Renta silk pencil cut cocktail dress in a purple checked houndstooth pattern and ombre mid section. Back zip and hook and eye. 100% silk. Made in USA. Size 8. Runs sli...
Moschino Halter Tuxedo Jumpsuit
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black halter jumpsuit from Moschino. It is double breasted with 6 buttons matching the satin peak lapels and hip pocket flaps. Semi fitted through the waist the lower por...
By the mid-1960s, the international fashion press, enamored of his dazzling scarves and slithery dresses in sensuous psychedelic silk jersey, had dubbed Florentine designer Emilio Pucci the Prince of Prints. Less well known is that, starting in the early 1950s, Pucci applied his colorful, abstract patterns to static angular mediums such as ceramics, floors and furniture, imbuing them with movement, not to mention glamour. He was the first fashion designer to enter the lifestyle market, founding the successful brand that exists today.
Born in 1914 to one of Italy’s oldest noble families, Emilio Pucci, Marchese Pucci di Barsento, was a member of the postwar international jet set, hopping from beach to mountain to city. His fashion career began unexpectedly in 1947, when he created a revolutionary stretch ski outfit that was photographed on the Swiss slopes for Harper’s Bazaar.
Eschewing a life of aristocratic glamour, the self-taught Pucci opened a boutique on Capri dedicated to simple resort clothing (think capri pants) that evoked the Mediterranean’s undulating waves and refreshingly bright colors. At the time, luxury fashion was as constricted as a Dior cocktail dress, but the Swinging Sixties were on the horizon. Signed with what Vogue International editor Suzy Menkes calls a “handwritten ‘Emilio’ flourish” — a concept, she points out, as novel as that of designer ready-to-wear — his designs were soon seen on celebrities like Jackie Kennedy and Marilyn Monroe.
From the airline uniforms he created for Braniff in the 1960s to the emblem he crafted for the Apollo XV space mission in 1971, Pucci’s designs were visionary. In spite of his traditional roots (or because of them), the Prince of Prints was forward thinking and outward looking. Pucci put his signature flourish on patterns that were flexible — first for fashion, then for furnishings and objects. Whether on fabric or foam, shelves or sails, as he first explained some 70 years ago, the ornamental designs work in “continuous motion.” Venturing into nontraditional design partnerships, he laid the groundwork for a future brand, a classic legacy that his daughter Laudomia Pucci continues today.
Find vintage Emilio Pucci evening dresses, scarves, skirts and other clothing and accessories on 1stDibs.
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.