Ralph Lauren purple label S/S 2012 vintage black silk plunging bow gown dress
By Ralph Lauren Purple Label
Located in Milano, Lombardia
LOVE LALI VINTAGE From Ralph Lauren Collection Purple label look number 31. This silk gown featured on the runway in a pale greyish blue, this is the black version that's only diffe...
Draped silk purple evening dress with ruffles and bow ISABELLE ALLARD
By Isabelle Allard
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Draped silk purple evening dress with ruffles and bow. Boned . Zip closure on the middle back . Fabric button and buttonhole closure on the cuffs. Large bow on the middle back with s...
Scaasi Fall 1983 Vintage 1980s Navy Sequin Bow Cutout 80s Strapless Evening Gown
By Arnold Scassi, Arnold Scaasi
Located in San Diego, CA
A showstopping Scaasi for Neiman Marcus evening gown dated to Fall 1983, executed in deep navy sequins with a sculptural bow and daring keyhole cutouts. The strapless sweetheart neck...
1950s French Couture Floral Silk Dress with Purple Bow
Located in London, GB
This exceptional 1950s to early 1960s dress was couture crafted from boldly printed, floral silk in France. Strongly reminiscent of Cristóbal Balenciaga’s work during this era, the t...
$234Sale Price|40% Off
RED VALENTINO purple floral embroidery bow puff sleeve babydoll dress IT36 XS
By REDValentino
Located in Hong Kong, NT
RED VALENTINO purple floral embroidery bow puff sleeve babydoll dress IT36 XS Reference: AAWC/A00054 Brand: Red Valentino Material: Polyester Color: Purple Pattern: Floral Closure: Z...
ELIZABETH MASON COUTURE Purple Silk Cocktail Dress with Bow Made to Order
By Elizabeth Mason Couture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Elizabeth Mason Couture sleeveless purple silk dupioni dress features a large center front bow. It is lined with silk and has a center back zipper. Made in Beverly Hills. This...
Bill Blass for Amen Wardy, 1984 One Shoulder Bow Dress
By Amen Wardy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Playful and chic! This dress will make you feel like a celebrity. A 1984 Bill Blass for Amen Wardy gown, It brings the drama with its striking colors and its statement shoulder. S...
ARNOLD SCAASI Blue Satin Cocktail Dress with Bow Size 8
By Arnold Scassi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Arnold Scaasi cocktail dress is composed of a blue satin combination with exaggerated sleeves and bow at waist. There is a center back zipper closure. In excellent vintage cond...
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2006 "Neptune" Plum Purple Bow Front Empire Cocktail Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
DESCRIPTION: ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2006 "Neptune" Plum Purple Bow Front Empire Cocktail Dress Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: Spring / Summer 2006 “Neptune” Des...
Satin asymmetrical draped cocktail dress with bow Givenchy Nouvelle Boutique
By Givenchy Nouvelle Boutique
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Blue silk satin asymmetrical draped cocktail dress with bow. Ruffles on the side of the skirt. Zip on the cuff. Zip on the right side + snaps+ hook&eye SIZE S
STELLA MCCARTNEY 2008 navy 100% silk bow neck shift dress IT38 XS
By Stella McCartney
Located in Hong Kong, NT
STELLA MCCARTNEY 2008 navy 100% silk bow neck shift dress IT38 XS Reference: MECG/A00026 Brand: Stella McCartney Designer: Stella McCartney Collection: 2008 Material: Silk Color: Nav...
ALBERTA FERRETTI 100% silk navy bow detail cap sleeve V neck dress IT38 XS
By Alberta Ferretti
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALBERTA FERRETTI 100% silk navy bow detail cap sleeve V neck dress IT38 XS Reference: MECG/A00034 Brand: Alberta Ferretti Material: Silk Color: Navy Pattern: Solid Closure: Zip Linin...
Roberta di Camerino Blue Grey & Black Bow Maxi Dress
By Roberta Di Camerino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage blue and grey Roberta Di Camerino trompe l'oeil wool maxi dress with sleeves. Dress features signature Roberta print and gold tone buttons. Roberta Di Camerino archive sample...
ALESSANDRA RICH purple polka dot puff sleeve crystal bow dress IT38 XS
By Alessandra Rich
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALESSANDRA RICH purple polka dot puff sleeve crystal bow dress IT38 XS Reference: AAWC/A00053 Brand: Alessandra Rich Material: 100% Silk Color: Purple, White Pattern: Polka Dot Closu...
1920s Royal Purple Silk Net Tea Dress with Velvet Bow
Located in Gresham, OR
A wonderful and very unusual 1920s tea dress in royal purple heavy netting with handkerchief hemline and velvet bow at the side of hip. Approx size 8
RED VALENTINO purple floral embroidery bow puff sleeve babydoll dress IT36 XS
By REDValentino
Located in Hong Kong, NT
RED VALENTINO purple floral embroidery bow puff sleeve babydoll dress IT36 XS Reference: AAWC/A00054 Brand: Red Valentino Material: Polyester Color: Purple Pattern: Floral Closure: Z...
1980s Yves Saint Laurent/YSL Black Velvet Dress with Pink Balloon Sleeves & Bow
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1980s YSL/Yves Saint Laurent jet black velvet cocktail dress. Extremely deep v neck with fuchsia silk taffeta balloon sleeves and large bow detail at waist. Excellent vintage conditi...
ANDREW GN S/S 2008 Blue Black Ombre Silk Pleat Balloon Dress Patent Leather Bow
By Andrew Gn
Located in Thiensville, WI
ANDREW GN S/S 2008 Blue Black Ombre Silk Pleat Balloon Dress Patent Leather Bow Brand / Manufacturer: Andrew Gn Collection: S/S 2008- Runway look #4 Designer: Andrew Gn Style: Slee...
Avant Garde Ruben Parnis 1980s Sz 8 Vintage One Shoulder Prurple Silk Gown
By Ruben Panis for Elizabeth Arden, Ruben Panis
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1980s RUBEN PANIS Couture for Eilzabeth Arden Avant Garde one shoulder metallic silk striped purple gown, with detachable bow belt! Beautiful iridescent purple, mixed with ...
VICTOR COSTA Purple and Magenta Draped Bow Gown Size 8 10
By Victor Costa
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Victor Costa gown is composed of a purple and magenta combination.
JILL RICHARDS Black and Purple Satin Gown with Bow Applique Size 4 6
By Jill Richards
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Jill Richards gown is composed of a satin in black and purple.
Black lace and purple faille evening dress with black velvet bow Bob Mackie
By Bob Mackie
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black lace and purple faille ( probably rayon) evening dress with black velvet bow. Powder beige lining under the lace. Sequin embellishment on the lace. Ruffles on the hips. Zip clo...
Avant Garde Ruben Parnis 1980s Sz 8 Vintage One Shoulder Prurple Silk Gown
By Ruben Panis for Elizabeth Arden, Ruben Panis
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1980s RUBEN PANIS Couture for Eilzabeth Arden Avant Garde one shoulder metallic silk striped purple gown, with detachable bow belt! Beautiful iridescent purple, mixed with ...
Vintage 1930's Lilac Purple Sheer Net Tulle Silk Appliqué Bows Puff-Sleeve Gown
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An enchanting and extremely rare 1930's lilac purple appliqué sheer net-tulle gown from the 'Old Hollywood' era of glamour.
Nina Ricci Strapless Dress Green Taffeta and Purple Silk Evening Gown w Pink Bow
By Nina Ricci
Located in Portland, OR
This is a beautiful Nina Ricci strapless evening gown with a ruched deep purple silk strapless bodice.
Vintage Powder Blue & White Beaded Dress W/ White Bow & Jacket
Located in Portland, OR
This is a wonderful two piece vintage ensemble that was custom made in Hong Kong in the 1960's. The outfit has a beaded empire waist dress with a bow and a beaded jacket. We think t...
Tadashi Shoji1980s Vintage Dress Off Shoulder Ruffles Blue Iridescent Satin Bow
By Tadashi Shoji
Located in Portland, OR
This stunning iridescent blue satin vintage dress from Tadashi Shoji is a show stopper with its off shoulder ruffles and giant bow with rhinestone and bead embellishment. These vint...
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1970s Bill Blass Purple and Red Silk Evening Dress W/ Neck Tie/ Bow Detail
By Bill Blass
Located in Houston, TX
The neck features a two long strands of silk that can be tied in a bow that cascades down the wearer's back. The print of the dress features a purple and red plaid base with bright s...
Vintage Geoffrey Beene Size 12 Navy Blue White Silk 80s Jumpsuit 1980s Nautical
By Geoffrey Beene
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic vintage 80s GEOFFREY BEENE navy blue and white long sleeve silk jumpsuit ! Features a luxurious double sided silk. Buttons up the front with hidden hook-and-eye closure at top b...
1960s Vintage Black Satin Floral Brocade Cocktail Dress with Box Pleats
Located in Sparks, NV
Simple and chic 1960s vintage cocktail dress with short sleeves and box pleats. Partially lined with rear metal zip and hook closure. Fits like a modern size small. The bust measures...
$9,900Sale Price|34% Off
Size: Size not marked. Medium fit.
Supreme Opulent Russian Sable Fur Stroller Length Coat
Located in Tustin, CA
Shown as the ultimate symbol of status and elegance, Russian Sable is considered to be the most coveted fur in the world. This Russian sable fur coat from Michael's Furs of Los Angel...
$575
Size: Small - Medium
Pretty 90s Rozae Nichols Floral 3 - D ' Autumn Harvest ' Silk Dress w/ Appliqué
By Rozae Nichols
Located in San Diego, CA
Pretty 1990s silk dress, by Rozae Nichols! Gorgeous neutral hues, with a unique floral print throughout. Flattering silhouette, with silk floral puff appliqués at left shoulder. Asym...
1920S Gold Lamé Silk Jacquard Cocktail Dress With Large Orange & Blue Flowers
Located in New York, NY
1920S Gold Lamé Silk Jacquard Cocktail Dress With Large Orange & Blue Flowers
NWT's THE DANES Vintage Black Silk Extra Long Evening Gown Maxi Dress
Located in Leonardo, NJ
The Danes Vintage Black 100% silk Extra long Pullover Sheer mesh back Size USA 8 NWT's, Pristine Measurements in inches laying flat: length 66, pit to pit 16 to 18, smallest of waist...
$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 ...
Mignon Paris Draped Silk Dress 1950s
By Mignon
Located in Water Mill, NY
A stunning black silk dress from Mignon Paris. It is sleeveless with a draped portrait collar, fitted waist and a full skirt- a feat of draping and ruching. The dress has a back pai...
Jean Paul Gaultier New Silk Jacket Top 1990s
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Water Mill, NY
A spectacular black silk jacket/blouse with a multitude of detail by Jean Paul Gaultier. It has a stand up collar, a V front and back yoke which along with the balloon sleeves' wide...
Alexander McQueen Hummingbird Dragonfly Floral Fitted Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Berlin, BE
Gorgeous Alexander McQueen fitted dress with beautiful kaleidoscope print featuring hummingbirds, dragonflies and flowers. Gold tones background, beautiful construction. Alexander ...
$3,840Sale Price|20% Off
Size: Small
Donald Brooks Unworn Vintage 1970s Hand Painted Tulle Embroidered Dress
By Donald Brooks
Located in Sparks, NV
Absolutely incredible unworn vintage Donald Brooks dress in hand-painted hand-embroidered tulle that just glows with different layered colors. Stunning design and colors! One of the ...
Paco Rabanne Paris Black Leather Shoulder Bag 1980s
By Paco Rabanne
Located in University City, MO
Paco Rabanne Paris Black leather shoulder bag c 1980s The classic saddle style shoulder bag is covered in supple black leather. Designed with twin leather shoulder straps The fron...
Yves Saint Laurent Goossens Haute Couture Jeweled Belt, 1970s
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Jeweled Belt, Goossens. Handmade in Paris of bronze with pate de verre stones and Swarovski crystals. 1970's France. 25" length. Width .75". Buckle ...
1960s Ceil Chapman Vintage Metallic Gold + Red Silk Cocktail Dress
By Ceil Chapman
Located in Sparks, NV
Stunning vintage Ceil Chapman dress in metallic gold and red silk. Darling cut with full sleeves and a flared skirt. Details: Partially Lined Back Zip and Hook Closure Marked Size:...
Iconic Roberto Cavalli FW 2006 Silk Evening Gown Showstopper
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Berlin, BE
A Roberto Cavalli Masterpiece from 2006 Drenched in the opulence of gilded romance, this Roberto Cavalli silk evening gown is a red-carpet reverie. A symphony of delicate florals, li...
Bob Mackie 1980s Size 6 Light Pink + Grey Silk Chiffon Strapless Grecian Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in San Diego, CA
Phenomenal vintage late 80s Bob Mackie Couture light pink and gray silk chiffon, lace and rhinestone encrusted strapless Grecian gown ! Features grey lace and rhinestones on the bodi...
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.