1988 STEPHEN SPROUSE black sequined RUNWAY dress
By Stephen Sprouse
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare black sequined dress from Stephen Sprouse, dating to Spring 1988, exactly as seen on the runway.
1988 STEPHEN SPROUSE black sequined RUNWAY dress
By Stephen Sprouse
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare black sequined dress from Stephen Sprouse, dating to Spring 1988, exactly as seen on the runway.
Thierry Mugler 1980s Vintage Iconic Black Cotton Bustier Corset Strapless Dress
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Enjoy this item as part of our Holiday Sale, for one week! Exceptional and Rare Thierry Mugler 1980s Vintage Black Cotton Boned Bustier Corset Dress Rare and hard to find, this stu...
Vivienne Westwood evening maxi dress with cupid print, fw 1991
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in London, GB
▪ Rare Vivienne Westwood evening maxi dress ▪ Lycra printed with a detail from Jean-Honore Fragonard's "The Swarm of Cupids", c. 1767 ▪ Short sleeves ▪ Figure hugging ▪ Size: "3" ...
Issey Miyake multicoloured four-piece layered pleated dress, ss 1993
By Issey Miyake
Located in London, GB
▪ Issey Miyake rare layered pleated dress ▪ Consisting of four-layered individual garments ▪ A-line shape ▪ Designed to bounce up and down when worn ▪ Yellow, green, orange, and bl...
Rare Chanel Archival F/W 1993 velvet corset bustier silk gown Lauren Bezos
By Chanel Boutique, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Rare Chanel archival Fall Winter 1993 by Karl Lagerfeld runway velvet corset bustier chiffon silk gown (on the catwalk on the French top model Estelle Lefebure) on the ad campaign on...
1986 AZZEDINE ALAIA iconic hooded RUNWAY dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
1986 Azzedine Alaïa hooded runway dress Extremely rare and highly collectible hooded runway dress designed by Azzedine Alaïa dating to 1986.
1989 AZZEDINE ALAIA black chenille RUNWAY dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare Azzedine Alaïa black chenille dress from the Fall/Winter 1989 runway collection.
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Vintage 2003 Black Silk Jersey Dress with Leather Bra
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Woodland Hills, CA
From the archives of Alexander McQueen, this rare 2003 runway-era dress is a masterclass in contrast—fusing sleek leather detailing with fluid jersey draping for a silhouette that’s ...
1997 Balenciaga Sz 0 XS Black Dress Vintage Thimister Final Runway Collection
By Josephus Thimister, Balenciaga
Located in San Diego, CA
The model in video is 5’8 feet tall, and US Size 6 An exceptionally rare Balenciaga black evening dress from the Spring-Summer 1997 collection, designed under the creative direction...
$17,600Sale Price|20% Off
Rare 1990 Versace Atelier Egyptian One-of-a-Kind Heavily Beaded Runway Gown
By Atelier Versace, Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare 1990 custom made gown designed by Gianni Versace for his Versace Atelier label.
Halston Vintage Black Silk Halter Wrap Dress with Angel Capelet Sleeves 1970s
By Halston
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Equally suited for evening events, cocktail parties, and special occasions, this is a rare and distinctive vintage black dress that stands apart from modern designs—an unmistakable s...
Dolce & Gabbana S/S 2011 white lace crystal floral sleeveless wedding dress IT40
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Milano, Lombardia
LOVE LALI VINTAGE From Dolce & Gabbana S/S 2011 this very rare and highly sought after dress was the dress of the season and was extremely documented, appearing on many celebrit...
Prada by Miuccia Prada brown silk chiffon slip dress, fw 1996
By Miuccia Prada, Prada
Located in London, GB
▪ Rare Prada evening slip dress ▪ Designed by Miuccia Prada ▪ Fine silk chiffon with geometric print in brown and cream ▪ Sold with a matching Prada nude silk slip dress to wear u...
Prada by Miuccia Prada orange silk chiffon slip dress, fw 1996
By Miuccia Prada
Located in London, GB
▪ Rare Prada evening slip dress ▪ Designed by Miuccia Prada ▪ Fine silk chiffon with geometric print in orange, brown and cream ▪ Sold with a matching Prada nude silk slip dress t...
Prada by Miuccia Prada brown silk chiffon slip dress, fw 1996
By Miuccia Prada, Prada
Located in London, GB
▪ Rare Prada evening slip dress ▪ Designed by Miuccia Prada ▪ Fine silk chiffon with geometric print in brown, mauve and cream ▪ Sold with a matching Prada nude silk slip dress to...
Gianni Versace Low Back Mesh Insert Dress, 1999
By Gianni Versace, Donatella Versace for Gianni Versace
Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH
Gianni Versace Low Back Mesh Insert Dress, 1999 Sensual and unmistakably late 1990s, this rare Gianni Versace black evening dress from 1999 embodies the sleek body conscious glamour ...
Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche F/W 1980-81 Runway Collection Silk Chiffon Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Fall/Winter 1980–1981 Burnout Silk Chiffon Dress Rare vintage Yves Saint Laurent “rive gauche” dress from the Fall/Winter 1980–1981 collection, craft...
John Galliano Black Deconstructed Silk and Lace Evening Dress, ss 2002
By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
▪ Archival Runway John Galliano Evening Dress ▪ Creative Director: John Galliano ▪ Spring-Summer 2002 ▪ Museum Grade ▪ Crafted from an array of fabrics including lace, silk, crepe, ...
A Nicole Groult / Paul Poiret Evening Dress in Velvet and Rhinestones Circa 1935
By Paul Poiret
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1935 France Rare long collector's evening dress, French Haute Couture by Nicole Groult, famous sister of Paul Poiret and dating from the 1935s.
Dolce & Gabbana vintage white lace bustier balconette bra wedding dress IT 38 XS
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Milano, Lombardia
LOVE LALI VINTAGE A very pretty and very rare white lace bustier dress from Dolce & Gabbana, featuring a lace trimmed balconette bra that is attached on the inside with adjustab...
John Galliano F/W 1998 rare black evening gown
By John Galliano
Located in PARIS, FR
Rare John Galliano Fall Winter 1998 black evening gown. Size 44 FR
JOHN GALLIANO Black Knitted Lace Evening Mid Length Dress C.1998
By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
JOHN GALLIANO exquisite sleeveless knitted lace v-neck dress. A rare vintage Galliano runway couture style.
Vintage 1970s Lillie Rubin Blue Sequin Halter Disco Studio 54 Gown Maxi Dress 70
By Lillie Rubin
Located in San Diego, CA
SEO Keywords Vintage Lillie Rubin gown, 1970s disco dress, Studio 54 dress, blue sequin gown, paillette sequin dress, halter evening gown, open back gown, cowl neck dress, sapphire ...
Dolce & Gabbana D&G Spring/Summer 2004 White Bondage Dress (Size S)
By D&G by DOLCE & GABBANA
Located in Berlin, BE
From Dolce & Gabbana’s highly sought-after Spring/Summer 2004 collection, this rare bondage-inspired dress is a striking example of the brand’s early-2000s fusion of Italian tail...
1980's JACQUELINE DE RIBES black velvet and tulle dress with sheer arms
By Jacqueline de Ribes
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Extremely rare jet black velvet dress by Jacqueline de Ribes, dating to the 1980's.
1999 MIU MIU black nylon and scuba RUNWAY gown
By Miu Miu, Miuccia Prada
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Shown on the runway, this dress is a rare piece from an important moment in the house’s history.
rare COMME DES GARCONS 2009 Runway black patchwork mini skirt
By Rei Kawakubo, Comme des Garçons
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare COMME DES GARCONS 2009 Runway black grey patchwork multi media deconstructed patchwork mini dress S Reference: TGAS/F01038 Brand: Comme Des Garcons Designer: Rei Kawakubo Collec...
Giorgio di Sant' Angelo vintage 1989 documented black stretch net wrap dress
By Giorgio di Sant' Angelo
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Among Sant' Angelo’s most coveted creations are his net dresses, now considered rare collector's items. Famed for their captivating allure and impeccable fit, these dresses are often...
Vivienne Westwood A/W 1999 - 2000 'Showroom' Collection Hooded Pointy Tit Dress
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in Sheffield, GB
A Rare and Iconic Hooded dress from Vivienne Westwoods Fall/Winter 1999- 2000 Runway Collection 'Showroom'.
1990s Fabrice Cream Beaded and Lace Strapless Dress
By Fabrice
Located in London, GB
The detailing of this rare mini-dress is exceptional. Cut from buttery, rich cream silk with a strapless, sweetheart neckline with a slightly lowered V-back, it is boned all the way ...
SHANGHAI TANG Graphic Pop Art Cheongsam Rare Y2K Collector Piece 4
By Shanghai Tang
Located in Switzerland, CH
This authentic early 2000s Shanghai Tang cheongsam dress is a masterpiece of wearable art. It features an incredibly rare, vibrant graphic print that juxtaposes traditional 1930s-195...
Chanel Vintage F/W 1988 Black Velvet Edelweiss Flower Embroidered Mini Dress
By Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
This rare Chanel dress is from the Fall/Winter 1988 ready-to-wear collection designed by Karl Lagerfeld.
$749Sale Price|20% Off
Mila Schön Vintage Black Silk Evening Dress
By Mila Schon
Located in Milano, IT
Rare vintage silk evening dress designed by Mila Schön in the 1990s, made in Italy.
Jean Paul Gaultier 1990's Vintage Gray Cone Bra Corset Long Dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Jean Paul Gaultier vintage rare iconic sexy corset dress featuring Cone Bra, front zipper closure and corset lace up back.
Maggie Norris Couture vtg nude beaded floral crystal oriental asian silk dress
By Maggie Norris Couture
Located in Milano, Lombardia
LOVE LALI VINTAGE An exquisite and very rare vintage couture dress by Maggie Norris that would have been specially made to order.
Original Screen Worn Movie Dress Period 1800 Calico Prairie Lace Vintage Antique
Located in Berlin, BE
One of a kind rare collectors piece! The original dress worn on screen by actress Gugu Mbatha-Raw as "Rachel" in the movie "Free State Of Jones", also starring Matthew McConaughey.
1940'S Black Silk & Rayon Chiffon Rare One Shoulder Gown With Asymmetrical Drap
Located in New York, NY
1940'S Black Silk & Rayon Chiffon Rare One Shoulder Gown With Asymmetrical Draped Floral Print
2007 Vintage Emanuel Ungaro Paris Embellished Mini Dress
By Emanuel Ungaro
Located in Montgomery, TX
2007 Vintage Emanuel Ungaro Paris Embellished Mini Dress A striking piece from the archives of Emanuel Ungaro, this vintage runway dress is a rare collector’s gem that embodies bold...
Angela Gavioli for Luciano Pavarotti Red Couture Dress
Located in Milano, IT
This rare couture dress by Italian designer Angela Gavioli, created for Luciano Pavarotti, embodies the theatrical elegance and opulent artistry that defined her collaborations with ...
1989 AZZEDINE ALAIA black RUNWAY dress with sheer chenille panels
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Azzedine Alaïa black chenille runway dress, 1989. A rare and striking piece seen on Alaïa’s 1989 runway, this dress is cut in a sleek black body with sheer chenille panels strategi...
Rare Richard Quinn Runway Finale Fabulous Floral Ballgown NWT
By Alexander McQueen, Richard Quinn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Richard Quinn's runway f/w 2019 "finale" gown makes an impressive fashion statement. Strapless boned bodice; layered tulle underskirt gives the skirt tremendous fullness and pre...
1984 YVES SAINT LAURENT sequined RUNWAY dress with ruched bodice
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Rare Yves Saint Laurent cocktail dress from the Fall 1984 collection, as seen on the runway.
$10,546Sale Price|50% Off
Versace Iconic Sequins and Beads Multicolour Long Dress
By Versace
Located in Capri, IT
Versace Iconic Sequins and Beads Multicolour Long Dress Unique and rare long multicolour dress totally made in italy in italian size range 40 Beads and sequins all over
Gianni Versace Gold Metal Mesh Evening Dress with Crystal Barbed Straps, FW 1998
By Gianni Versace, Donatella Versace for Gianni Versace
Located in London, GB
This rare Gianni Versace dress from the Fall-Winter 1998 collection is constructed from gold-tone metal mesh, showcasing a structured, fitted silhouette with a straight-cut design.
Vintage 1988 Dolce & Gabbana Black Strapless Cotton Dress with Skirt
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare black cotton strapless dress from Dolce & Gabbana's Spring Summer 1988 "Sicily" fashion show.
rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE micro crystal neck sash drape asymmetric gown
By Alexandre Vauthier
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE AW2019 Runway hot pink micro crystal neck sash drape asymmetric gown Reference: TGAS/F00860 Brand: Alexandre Vauthier Designer: Alexandre Vauthier Mod...
BURBERRY RICCARDO TISCI Runway rhinestone crystal flapper dress UK6 S
By Riccardo Tisci, Burberry
Located in Hong Kong, NT
BURBERRY RICCARDO TISCI Runway rhinestone crystal flapper dress UK6 S Reference: TGAS/C01552 Brand: Burberry Designer: Riccardo Tisci Collection: Runway Material: Viscose Color: Whit...
$5,624Sale Price|20% Off
Mugler Vintage Long Cocktail Dress with Distinctive Neckline
By Mugler
Located in Milano, IT
Very rare vintage dress designed by Thierry Mugler in the 1980s, made in France.
Rare Bill Gibb Devore Silk Velvet Evening Ensemble
By Bill Gibb
Located in Geneva, CH
Incredible early 70s "dévoré" silk velvet and gold lame set composed of a short kimono-caftan and a long buttoned maxi skirt. The top is cut wide with sleeves opening down the waist....
Marc Jacobs Late 90s Sz 8 Gold Metal Link Column Evening Gown Runway Dress Gown
By Marc Jacobs
Located in San Diego, CA
• Embrace the existing flaws and intentionally distress further for an editorial, deconstructed look—very in line with late-90s / Y2K runway styling. A rare archival-worthy Marc J...
1960s Cream Embroidered Column Dress with Pearl Trim
Located in London, GB
This opulent 1960s dress is a rare find. Unusually intricate in detail, it is crafted from glossy, pale cream satin and embroidered all-over with swirling vines and an assortment of ...
1920s Rayon Cream Crochet Maxi-Dress with Fringe Hem
Located in London, GB
This original 1920s fringed flapper dress is a rare survivor from the period. Beautiful, and a very-early example of its kind, it has been hand-crocheted from a pale cream rayon silk...
Paco Rabanne Prototype Runway Dress - Leather Corset - FW 2001
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Charenton-le-pont, FR
An extraordinary piece of fashion history, this black bodycon dress is a rare haute-couture prototype from Paco Rabanne’s Fall/Winter 2001 collection, designed by Rosemary Rodriguez.
1980s Hermes Govantes Beaded Sequin Fringe Vintage 80s Cocktail Dress Bodycon
Located in San Diego, CA
Perfect for cocktail parties, gallery openings, holiday events, resort evenings, fashion celebrations, or any occasion where unforgettable vintage glamour is desired. 1980s cocktail...
EXTRAVAGANT Emilio Pucci S/S 2009 Kaleidoscope Sculptural Shift Dress 40
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
DETAILS: Rare Emilio Pucci Dress Beautiful multicolor Kaleidoscope print Discreetly signed with "Emilio" all over Sculptural Avantgardistic design with draping Made in Italy Dry C...
Gianni Versace Vintage Fall 1999 Black Silk Rhinestone Cut-Out Dress
By Gianni Versace
Located in San Diego, CA
Approximately Size Small / Medium (has some give) Measurements: 34 inch bust 26-28 inch waist 36-38 inch hips 38.5 inches from top back shoulder to hem Vintage Versace dress, late ...
1920s Off-White Lace Wedding Dress with Rhinestone Belt
Located in London, GB
This enchanting and completely original 1920s wedding dress is a rare time capsule piece. We have never seen one in such perfect condition, especially for an important dress of its ...
Price Upon Request
Mariano Fortuny Rare Shell Pink Long Sleeved Delphos Gown
By Fortuny
Located in New York, NY
Description: This dress is made of finely pleated shell pink colored silk with silk cording along side seams, and multicolored glass beads threaded through the cording. Named aft...
Price Upon Request
Mariano Fortuny Rare Shell Pink Long Sleeved Delphos Gown
By Fortuny
Located in Riverdale, NY
Description: This dress is made of finely pleated shell pink colored silk with silk cording along side seams, and multicolored glass beads threaded through the cording.
Rare Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld Cruise 2015 Convertible Black Sheer Knit Draped Dr
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
The defining feature of this rare design is its integrated elongated scarf panel, allowing the dress to be styled in multiple ways.
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