Vera Wang 2004 Strapless Silk Wedding Gown with Pale Pink detachable Bow
By Vera Wang
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Vera Wang 2004 Strapless Silk Wedding Gown embodies an ethereal elegance perfect for the bride seeking a clean, refined aesthetic. Its delicate silhouette is enhanced by a large...
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. The fitted torso releases into a dramatic...
Vera Wang Vintage Black Satin Pointed Toe Pumps Size 6 M
By Vera Wang
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vera Wang Black Satin Pointed Toe Pumps. Vera Wang pointy Mules Size 6 M. Shoes Style: Pumps Material: Fabric Heel Height: 3" Color: Black. Gently used in great condition.
$288Sale Price|20% Off
VERA WANG Vintage black one shoulder ruched waist silk lined dress US2 S
By Vera Wang
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERA WANG Vintage black one shoulder ruched waist silk lined dress US2 S Reference: CC/A00481 Brand: Vera Wang Material: Polyester, Blend Color: Black Pattern: Solid Closure: Zip Lin...
$890
Size: please refer to measurements
VERA WANG 90's/00 Tan Evening Gown w. Bustle Maxi Dress Bridal Wedding
By Vera Wang
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Vera Wang 1990's-2000's Vintage Tan / Beige color, neutral tone Train that bustles at the back Size tag missing will measure later, appears to be a 2/4 Great vintage condition, no ri...
VERA WANG Vintage Grey Silk Ethereal Gown w. Train
By Vera Wang
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Vera Wang Vintage 100% grey silk Invisible side zip Flowy train Goddess vibes Size USA 6 NWT's, one flaw in the fabric as pictured that you cannot notice unless upon close inspection...
VERA WANG 90's Vintage Silk Iridescent Floral Embroidered Gown
By Vera Wang
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Vera Wang Vintage c. 99/00 As seen on Miranda in SATC 3 ethereal layers of 100% silk Embroidered floral pattern on front and back Cowl neck in the front with low open back Pullover S...
VERA WANG 2006 Vintage Runway Grecian Gown Draped Embellished Long Maxi Dress
By Vera Wang
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Vera Wang Vintage FW06 Runway Unique dark grey color Ivory, gold, and bronze colored beading at the shoulder Tag says shell is poly, but looks and feels like silk Size Euro 42 1 glit...
VERA WANG Vintage colourful daisy floral print silky midi skirt US4 S
By Vera Wang
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERA WANG Vintage colourful daisy floral print silky midi skirt US4 S Reference: SNKO/A00591 Brand: Vera Wang Material: Feels like silk Color: Beige, Multicolour Pattern: Floral Clos...
Perfect VERA WANG Vintage c. 2005 Mesh Panel Evening Gown Maxi Dress
By Vera Wang
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Vera Wang Vintage c. 2005 Black and Brown Sexy goth whimsical Size US 4 fits like a 4/6 Excellent Condition, no flaws Measurements in inches laying flat: 60+ length, pit to pit 14 t...
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Size: fits like a USA 6/8
VERA WANG 1999 Vintage Iridescent Beaded & Sequin Column Evening Gown Maxi Dress
By Vera Wang
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Vera Wang Vintage FW99 Seen on the runway in a skirt version Black with iridescent white beads and micro sequins Column style, extremely flattering It is clipped to the mannequin, bu...
VERA WANG Vintage butter yellow clear bead embellished bandeau tube top US4 S
By Vera Wang
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERA WANG Vintage butter yellow clear bead embellished bandeau tube top US4 S Reference: SNKO/A00590 Brand: Vera Wang Material: Feels like viscose Color: Yellow, Nude Pattern: Solid ...
VERA WANG Vintage orange speckle print silk bead embellished evening gown US6 M
By Vera Wang
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERA WANG Vintage orange speckle print silk bead embellished evening gown US6 M Reference: GIYG/A00150 Brand: Vera Wang Material: Silk Color: Orange Pattern: Abstract Extra Det...
Vera Wang Collection 1990s Rare ' Ocean Wave ' Print 100% Silk 90s Ruched Dress
By Vera Wang
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing and rare vintage VERA WANG Collection silk ruched dress from 1995!
Vera Wang black off the shoulder fitted floor length maxi dress gown
By Vera Wang
Located in Milano, Lombardia
LOVE LALI Vintage Vera Wang black off the shoulder floor length dress Body skimming cut Concealed back zip Size: No size label - estimated to fit an XS but please refer to the meas...
VERA WANG 1995 Vintage Sheer Sleeve Silk Mini Dress
By Vera Wang
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Vera Wang 1995 Vintage Jet Black 100% softest silk Sheer sleeves with sexy back seam and keyhole at wrists Unique very sexy neckline, both the v part and how it lays around the décol...
VERA WANG Vintage Silk Black + White Polka Dot Gown Maxi Dress
By Vera Wang
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Vera Wang Vintage Black and white with a nude lining Has a little piece that picks up with the bustle 100% silk Size US 10 Excellent Condition, no flaws Measurements in inches laying...
Vera Wang 2000s Gold Sequin Halter Neck Dress
By Vera Wang
Located in Wembley, GB
Interdite Vintage presents a Vera Wang 2000s Gold Sequin Halter Neck Dress • Vera Wang • As seen on Blair Waldorf in the pilot episode of Gossip Girl (2007) • Very rare find in the...
Stunning Vera Wang Size 14 Purple Taffeta Silk Tulle Vintage Evening Gown
By Vera Wang
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning Vera Wang purple / eggplant Taffetta evening ball gown! From the early to mid 1990s. Extremely flattering to the shape. Layers and layers of tulle over taffeta. Ruching at w...
Vera Wang Vintage Size 10 Pale Yellow 1990s Strapless Taffeta 90s Ball Gown
By Vera Wang
Located in San Diego, CA
Striking 1990s VERA WANG pale yellow strapless taffeta and mesh evening dress! Features a taffeta base with a mesh overlay. Slight train in the back adds just the right amount of dra...
1990s Vera Wang Black Beaded Slinky Size 4 - 6 Vintage 90s Halter Dress
By Vera Wang
Located in San Diego, CA
Striking 1990s VERA WANG black slinky beaded halter dress! Features a lovely silhouette that flatters an array of body shapes. Slightly dropped beaded waist gives an ode to the 20s. ...
1990s Vera Wang Black Vintage Jersey Wrap Dress w/ Taffeta Mermaid Hem & Belt
By Vera Wang
Located in San Diego, CA
Super flattering vintage 90s VERA WANG black jersey wrap dress! So much detail on this little black dress!
1990s Vera Wang Chartreuse Yellow Green Two Piece Satin Evening Gown Ensemble
By Vera Wang
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous vintage 90s VERA WANG chartreuse yellow/green two piece satin evening gown ensemble!
S/S 2006 Vera Wang Ecru Satin Geometric Curve Strapless Gown and Veil
By Vera Wang
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Concealed back zip closure for corset and dress. As seen in the 2006 Vera Wang London bridal store imagery. In excellent vintage condition with no flaws to note.
Art Deco Hand Embroidered Silk Chiffon and Crepe Slip Dress
Located in New York, NY
Lovely Art Deco Hand Embroidered Silk Chiffon and Crepe Slip Dress from the 1930's. Sheer chiffon bodice with double ruffle collar and wonderful hand embroidered florals throughout. ...
1950s Vintage Brown + Beige Wool Blazer Jacket Size XS
Located in Sparks, NV
Darling vintage early-1950s blazer jacket in a beige and brown woven wool. Fully lined with front button closure. Light shoulder pads are sewn in underneath the lining. This has a ju...
$1,500
Size: Unmarked (Best Fits US Size 4)
NORMAN NORELL Black Wool Double Breasted Coat With Waist Detail, Late 1960's
By Norman Norell
Located in Atlanta, GA
Norman Norell (1900-1972) is considered to be one of the original fashion designers of the modern American style. His sophisticated silhouettes were both tailored and timeless with a...
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 ...
$1,295
Size: 42 / US 6 - 8
1990s Dolce & Gabbana Black Corset Dress Size 42 US 6 - 8 Vintage 90s Iconic LBD
By Dolce & Gabbana, D&G by DOLCE & GABBANA
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy and iconic late 90s DOLCE & GABBAN black bodycon corset dress ! A classic little black dress that is a timeless addition to any wardrobe. Corset style bodice with adjustable str...
Bobbie Jerome 1950s Sculptural Velvet Handbag with Bakelite Handles
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous rich black silk velvet handbag with rounded deep orange Bakelite top handles. It has a gently curved top and gold clasp closure. The bag is lined in black silk with 2 Ins...
$295Sale Price|59% Off
Size: Marked 7.5, Fits Size 7
New Edmundo Castillo Black & White Leather Slingback Heels Sz 7
By Edmundo Castillo
Located in Conroe, TX
Edmundo Castillo Brand New * Size: 7.5 Fits size 7 These Run a Half Size Small * Black & White Leather * Contrast Stitching Button Accent * Slingback Heel Pointed Toe * 3" Hee...
$2,495
Size: 44 / US 10 - 12
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Sz 44 Black Corset / Bustier Dress YSL
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Drop dead gorgeous vintage Yves Saint Laurent 'Rive Gauche' YSL black dress! Quite possibly the most flattering dress I have ever seen! This rare beauty does wonders for the body! Co...
New Emilio Pucci Runway Pumps Heels Wedges Sz 37
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Brand New Emilio Pucci Gorgeous Blue Suede Wedge Heels Size: 37 Suede Adjustable Ankle Strap Pucci Painted Cork Heel Heels: 5" Platforms: 1" New With Dust Cover
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 ...
Tom Ford For Gucci Dress with Cut outs
By Gucci, Tom Ford
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black fine stretch silk dress from Tom Ford for Gucci. It has 3/4 length sleeves, slits at the side hem and a fine strap crossing the upper chest and back. There is a ribb...
UNWORN Christian Dior by John Galliano Deep Cleavage Laceup Silk Dress 4
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Switzerland, CH
This dress is a variation of Goldie Hawn's Golden Globe Dress created exclusively by John Galliano An extremely luxurious and CHRISTIAN DIOR signature piece that will last you for y...
Christian Dior by John Galliano Lace Camisole and Skirt Set
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous 2 piece set in white lace from Christian Dior. It consists of a scoop neck camisole tank style top and straight midi length skirt in alternating lines of lace and sheer. ...
$29,920
H 4.5 in W 13.25 in D 7.5 in
Chanel Black Vanity Case Limited Edition Rare Home Decor Cosmetic Jewelry Box
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Limited Edition Pearl Lambskin Quilted Leather Rare Jewelry Box Vanity Case Home Decor Gold hardware Quilted Lambskin leather CC studded pearl drawer knob Features removable ...
BADGLEY MISCHKA Vintage Mini Embellished Evening Bag Minaudiere
By Badgley Mischka
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Badgley Mischka Vintage Heavily embellished minaudière with sequins, crystals, and beading Photographs more iridescent purple than it actually looks in real life Gold and silver colo...
2000s Roberto Cavalli Cream and Purple Beaded Strapless Mini Cocktail Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
2000s Roberto Cavalli Strapless beaded purple and cream mini cocktail Dress. Fit size 2/4 Bust fit up to 32" Waist fit up to 27" Hip 32" Length : 23" * size marked 42 it but but...
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.