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Iconic Thierry Mugler Couture FW 2001 Leo Runway Dress Rare
Iconic Thierry Mugler Couture FW 2001 Leo Runway Dress Rare

Iconic Thierry Mugler Couture FW 2001 Leo Runway Dress Rare

By Thierry Mugler, Thierry Mugler Couture

Located in Berlin, BE

STUNNING iconic Thierry Mugler Couture dress from the 2001 FW Collection. Extremely rare

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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Iconic Thierry Mugler FW 1988 / 89 Les Infernales Dress Rare Purple
Iconic Thierry Mugler FW 1988 / 89 Les Infernales Dress Rare Purple

Iconic Thierry Mugler FW 1988 / 89 Les Infernales Dress Rare Purple

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Berlin, BE

distilled the very essence of femme fatale power into couture. This structured, high-impact dress in Manfred

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1980s French Evening Dresses

JUNYA WATANABE FW 02 Rare and iconic halter neck long dress
JUNYA WATANABE FW 02 Rare and iconic halter neck long dress

JUNYA WATANABE FW 02 Rare and iconic halter neck long dress

Located in Milano, MILANO

Rare and iconic Fall Winter 2002 halter neck long dress by Junya Watanabe Raw edged patchworks and

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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Rare Thierry Mugler SS 1988 Iconic Été Africain Collection Dress
Rare Thierry Mugler SS 1988 Iconic Été Africain Collection Dress

Rare Thierry Mugler SS 1988 Iconic Été Africain Collection Dress

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Berlin, BE

Extremely rare collectors piece, original dress from the legendary 1988 Thierry Mugler Spring

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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Rare Thierry Mugler Dress FW 1989/90 HIVER BUICK Sculptural
Rare Thierry Mugler Dress FW 1989/90 HIVER BUICK Sculptural

Rare Thierry Mugler Dress FW 1989/90 HIVER BUICK Sculptural

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Berlin, BE

of sculptural fashion, creates this dark brown and acid-yellow dress with his signature tension

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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

very rare 1984 AZZEDINE ALAIA iconic hooded jersey dress
very rare 1984 AZZEDINE ALAIA iconic hooded jersey dress

very rare 1984 AZZEDINE ALAIA iconic hooded jersey dress

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Very rare 1984 Azzedine Alaia hooded dress in darkest brown stretch viscose jersey fabric. Dress

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1980s Italian Cocktail Dresses

1996 Rare Gianni Versace Couture Dress as seen on Princess Diana
1996 Rare Gianni Versace Couture Dress as seen on Princess Diana

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

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1990s Italian Evening Gowns

Rare Antonio Berardi Boho Chic Hand Beaded Voluminous Dress Gown
Rare Antonio Berardi Boho Chic Hand Beaded Voluminous Dress Gown

Rare Antonio Berardi Boho Chic Hand Beaded Voluminous Dress Gown

By Antonio Berardi, Valentino

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Dreamy ethereal beaded gown by Antonio Berardi. A wonderful wearable exquisite work of wearable art. Very expensive and limited in production. Fashioned of pale pink silk chiffon wi...

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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses

RARE Gianni Versace Couture 1998 Embroidered Evening Dress Gown as on Courtney
RARE Gianni Versace Couture 1998 Embroidered Evening Dress Gown as on Courtney

RARE Gianni Versace Couture 1998 Embroidered Evening Dress Gown as on Courtney

By Gianni Versace Couture, Gianni Versace

Located in Switzerland, CH

A VERY RARE AND UNIQUE DRESS CREATED BY GIANNI VERSACE BEFORE HIS DEAD OWN A PIECE OF FASHION

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1990s Italian Evening Gowns

Rare Thierry Mugler SS 1988 Été Africain dramatic Dress Black
Rare Thierry Mugler SS 1988 Été Africain dramatic Dress Black

Rare Thierry Mugler SS 1988 Été Africain dramatic Dress Black

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Berlin, BE

Collection dress - a piece that doesn’t merely clothe the body, but consecrates it. Cut in inky black, the

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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Galanos 1970's Red Silk Flower Pendant Column Dress
Galanos 1970's Red Silk Flower Pendant Column Dress

Galanos 1970's Red Silk Flower Pendant Column Dress

By Galanos for Amelia Gray, Galanos

Located in Los Angeles, CA

, feminine, and quietly bold. A rare and collectible vintage dress that makes a beautiful statement with

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1970s American Maxi Dress

Rare Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Beaded Mini, 1969
Rare Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Beaded Mini, 1969

Rare Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Beaded Mini, 1969

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in New York, NY

Rare and extraordinary Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Beaded Mini, 1969. Early extraordinary

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1960s French Mini Dress

Thierry Mugler Archival Flower Petal Dress Rare FW 1989/90 Drama
Thierry Mugler Archival Flower Petal Dress Rare FW 1989/90 Drama

Thierry Mugler Archival Flower Petal Dress Rare FW 1989/90 Drama

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Berlin, BE

Museum worthy collectors piece. The extremey rare Thierry Mugler Flower Petal dress. This gorgeous

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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Iconic Thierry Mugler FW 1988 / 89 Les Infernales Dress Rare Violet
Iconic Thierry Mugler FW 1988 / 89 Les Infernales Dress Rare Violet

Iconic Thierry Mugler FW 1988 / 89 Les Infernales Dress Rare Violet

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Berlin, BE

distilled the very essence of femme fatale power into couture. This structured, high-impact dress in Manfred

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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Alexander McQueen Rare Vintage Black Velvet White Chiffon Dress Gown NEW
Alexander McQueen Rare Vintage Black Velvet White Chiffon Dress Gown NEW

Alexander McQueen Rare Vintage Black Velvet White Chiffon Dress Gown NEW

By Valentino, Alexander McQueen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Alexander McQueen 2009 romantic fantasy holiday gown. Strapless bodice fashioned of rich black velvet with panniers at each hip extending into full voluminous layers of white silk...

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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage Rare Editions Cotton Sundress
Vintage Rare Editions Cotton Sundress

Vintage Rare Editions Cotton Sundress

Located in London, GB

A pretty and fun cotton sundress by Rare Editions. The cotton dress has wide shoulder straps

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1960s Salvadoran Day Dresses

DOLCE & GABBANA SS 06 Rare and Iconic Lace Long Sleeve Dress
DOLCE & GABBANA SS 06 Rare and Iconic Lace Long Sleeve Dress

DOLCE & GABBANA SS 06 Rare and Iconic Lace Long Sleeve Dress

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Milano, MILANO

Spring Summer 2006 rare and iconic lace long sleeve dress by Dolce & Gabbana. Silk satin trims at

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Rare Thierry Mugler FW 1984 Winter of the Angels Dress Wool
Rare Thierry Mugler FW 1984 Winter of the Angels Dress Wool

Rare Thierry Mugler FW 1984 Winter of the Angels Dress Wool

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Berlin, BE

(belt not included) This beautiful Thierry Mugler dress from his FW 1984 " Winter of the Angels

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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Incredible Rare Issey Miyake Pleats Please Avant Garde Color Block Dress
Incredible Rare Issey Miyake Pleats Please Avant Garde Color Block Dress

Incredible Rare Issey Miyake Pleats Please Avant Garde Color Block Dress

By Issey Miyake

Located in Boca Raton, FL

wardrobe, this rare Issey Miyake Pleats Please dress is the perfect choice for a wedding, gala, or special

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1990s Japanese Evening Dresses and Gowns

UNWORN Gianni Versace Couture 2001 Rare Cognac Brown Leather Evening Dress 40
UNWORN Gianni Versace Couture 2001 Rare Cognac Brown Leather Evening Dress 40

UNWORN Gianni Versace Couture 2001 Rare Cognac Brown Leather Evening Dress 40

By Gianni Versace Couture

Located in Switzerland, CH

IMMEDIATELY Impossible to find! A true gem! This is a very rare and out-of-the-ordinary gown From the VERSACE

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

1978 Runway Documented Valentino Floral Black Silk Maxi Dress
1978 Runway Documented Valentino Floral Black Silk Maxi Dress

1978 Runway Documented Valentino Floral Black Silk Maxi Dress

By Valentino

Located in London, GB

Valentino in this era are rare to market and this dress is in truly excellent vintage condition; looks

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1970s Italian Maxi Dress

Rare Gianni Versace 90s Halter Neck Draped Black Dress
Rare Gianni Versace 90s Halter Neck Draped Black Dress

Rare Gianni Versace 90s Halter Neck Draped Black Dress

By Gianni Versace Couture, Gianni Versace

Located in Bressanone, Trentino-Alto Adige

Gianni Versace 90s Halter Neck Draped Black Dress. Size 40 IT. Condition: Really good.

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1990s Cocktail Dresses

1972 OSSIE CLARK Quorum black moss crepe "CUDDLY" wrap dress
1972 OSSIE CLARK Quorum black moss crepe "CUDDLY" wrap dress

1972 OSSIE CLARK Quorum black moss crepe "CUDDLY" wrap dress

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Rare 1972 Ossie Clark for Quorum Black Moss-Crepe "Cuddly" dress A rare and striking 1970s Ossie

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1970s English Maxi Dress

Rare Vintage Versace Black Silk Macrame Long Dress Gown 42 - 6
Rare Vintage Versace Black Silk Macrame Long Dress Gown 42 - 6

Rare Vintage Versace Black Silk Macrame Long Dress Gown 42 - 6

By Versace

Located in Montgomery, TX

VINTAGE VERSACE GOWN. Early 2000-s The chic design, clean lines and seductive macrame top - ensure a stunning silhouette. Content: 100% silk IT Size 42 or US 6 Armpit to armpit: u...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Gowns

Rare Yves Saint Laurent Jeweled Velvet Evening Dress in Book   Collectors Museum
Rare Yves Saint Laurent Jeweled Velvet Evening Dress in Book   Collectors Museum

Rare Yves Saint Laurent Jeweled Velvet Evening Dress in Book Collectors Museum

By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Los Angeles, CA

One of the most famous dresses designed by Tom Ford, for YSL 2002 collection. In addition to all

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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses

UNWORN Rare Dolce & Gabbana 1998 Chinese Lantern Print Corset Hook Midi Dress S
UNWORN Rare Dolce & Gabbana 1998 Chinese Lantern Print Corset Hook Midi Dress S

UNWORN Rare Dolce & Gabbana 1998 Chinese Lantern Print Corset Hook Midi Dress S

$7,019Sale Price|22% Off

Size: Size tag missing, estimated 42/S

UNWORN Rare Dolce & Gabbana 1998 Chinese Lantern Print Corset Hook Midi Dress S

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Switzerland, CH

BREATHTAKING DOLCE & GABBANA CHINESE PRINT CORSET DRESS GOWN COLLECTOR'S PIECE DETAILS

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses

Alex Perry Show Stopper "Veronica" Gown Swan tail Train Dress    Rare!
Alex Perry Show Stopper "Veronica" Gown Swan tail Train Dress    Rare!

Alex Perry Show Stopper "Veronica" Gown Swan tail Train Dress Rare!

By ALEX PERRY

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Stunning sell out Alex Perry gown offered in brand new condition. Gown is black accented by blue sequin lantern sleeves. Nude insert in center front with padded shoulders. Shea...

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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Gowns

YVES SAINT LAURENT BY ALBER ELBAZ FW 00 Rare doubled metallized lace dress
YVES SAINT LAURENT BY ALBER ELBAZ FW 00 Rare doubled metallized lace dress

YVES SAINT LAURENT BY ALBER ELBAZ FW 00 Rare doubled metallized lace dress

By Alber Elbaz for Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Milano, MILANO

Fall Winter 2000 rare doubled metallized lace dress with pleats by Yves Saint Laurent by Alber

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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

rare SAINT LAURENT 2022 Runway Wild Rose applique ruched plunge dress gown XS
rare SAINT LAURENT 2022 Runway Wild Rose applique ruched plunge dress gown XS

rare SAINT LAURENT 2022 Runway Wild Rose applique ruched plunge dress gown XS

By Anthony Vaccarello, Saint Laurent

Located in Hong Kong, NT

rare SAINT LAURENT 2022 Runway purple Wild Rose applique ruched plunge dress gown XS Reference

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

1999 Gianni Versace by Donatella Black Leather Butterfly Beaded Mini Dress
1999 Gianni Versace by Donatella Black Leather Butterfly Beaded Mini Dress

1999 Gianni Versace by Donatella Black Leather Butterfly Beaded Mini Dress

By Donatella Versace, Gianni Versace

Located in West Hollywood, CA

feminine, this rare vintage Gianni Versace dress is the perfect addition to any wardrobe. Approximate

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1990s Italian Mini Dress

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Rare Dresses For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of rare dresses for sale on 1stDibs. For rare dresses, Black is a pretty popular color, but we also have Gray, Brown, Beige and more in stock now. Making the right choice when shopping for these accessories may mean looking at versions that date from different eras — you can find early iterations from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century, all of which have proven very popular over the years. Rare dresses designed by Azzedine Alaïa, Gucci and Yves Saint Laurent — each of whom created beautiful versions of these treasured items — are worth considering. Finding accessories for sale for women should be easy, but there are 28 pieces available to browse for men as well as unisex, too.

How Much are Rare Dresses?

On average, rare dresses on 1stDibs sell for $1,598, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $42,000 for the highest priced versions of these items.

Finding the Right Clothing for You

Start building your collection of covetable and iconic vintage clothing today — no matter where you roam, there is a curated selection of designer dresses and gowns, sweaters, shirts, dazzling shoes and more on 1stDibs that will keep you covered in the hottest styles from head to toe.

From elegant museum-worthy vintage Chanel dresses and jackets to audacious T-shirts and trousers from provocative punk designer Vivienne Westwood, one thing is abundantly clear: If the clothing for sale on 1stDibs could talk, it would certainly make a statement. 

For fashion lovers, the 1990s have become associated with styles adopted by today’s supermodels and influencers — think John Galliano and Roberto Cavalli — but maybe ‘80s accessories are among your (guilty?) pleasures. 

Playful, boldly colored coats and outerwear from Moschino, Ralph Lauren and other titans of the era can take a simpler ensemble to the next level, while chic and practical suits from the likes of Christian Dior and Balmain endure for haute couture advocates and beyond. 

And vintage is the name of the game on today’s red carpets, too. Celebrity stylists are turning to archival pieces created by the likes of Bob Mackie, Thierry Mugler and Jean-Paul Gaultier as alternatives to new gowns plucked straight off the runway. Wearing such sought-after items gives celebrities instant allure and suggests a personal style that’s not only achingly glamorous but intellectually informed and influenced by a love of craftsmanship. 

Those seeking contemporary luxury looks and in-demand street-style fits can indulge in designs by Bottega Veneta, Miu Miu and Loro Piana, while pieces from Gucci, Yves Saint Laurent and Versace endure as examples of fashion’s most covetable goods. 

The future — and glamorous past — of fashion is yours for the wearing. Find vintage clothing and accessories for sale on 1stDibs, including designs by Balenciaga, Valentino, Celine, Loewe and more.

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