Skip to main content

Rare Evening Gowns

to
11
101
62
137
104
86
59
48
37
23
14
13
6
4
4
2
2
1
25
18
10
10
9
rare VERSACE Runway silk pailette embellished sheer sleeves draped evening gown
rare VERSACE Runway silk pailette embellished sheer sleeves draped evening gown

rare VERSACE Runway silk pailette embellished sheer sleeves draped evening gown

By Donatella Versace, Versace

Located in Hong Kong, NT

rare VERSACE Runway blue silk pailette embellished sheer sleeves draped evening gown Reference: TGAS/D01130 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Material: Silk Color: Blue Patt...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Gowns

Ronald Amey 1970s Vintage Black Lace Taffeta Evening Gown Couture Rare
Ronald Amey 1970s Vintage Black Lace Taffeta Evening Gown Couture Rare

Ronald Amey 1970s Vintage Black Lace Taffeta Evening Gown Couture Rare

By Ronald Amey

Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL

A breathtaking piece of 1970s American couture, this black lace and taffeta evening gown by Ronald Amey is a rare find for collectors of fine vintage fashion.

Category

1970s American Evening Gowns

rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE black scoop ruffle peplum evening gown dress
rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE black scoop ruffle peplum evening gown dress

rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE black scoop ruffle peplum evening gown dress

By Alexandre Vauthier

Located in Hong Kong, NT

rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE black scoop neck ruffle peplum evening gown dress Reference: TGAS/F00907 Brand: Alexandre Vauthier Designer: Alexandre Vauthier Collection: Couture Ma...

Category

2010s Italian Evening Gowns

rare VERSACE Runway silk pailette embellished sheer sleeves draped evening gown
rare VERSACE Runway silk pailette embellished sheer sleeves draped evening gown

rare VERSACE Runway silk pailette embellished sheer sleeves draped evening gown

By Versace

Located in Hong Kong, NT

rare VERSACE Runway blue silk pailette embellished sheer sleeves draped evening gown Reference: TGAS/D01130 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Material: Silk Color: Blue Patt...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Gowns

John Galliano F/W 1998 rare black evening gown
John Galliano F/W 1998 rare black evening gown

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.

Category

1990s French Cocktail 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, Gianni Versace Couture

Located in Switzerland, CH

A VERY RARE AND UNIQUE DRESS CREATED BY GIANNI VERSACE BEFORE HIS DEAD OWN A PIECE OF FASHION HISTORY A TRUE GEM - SO HARD TO FIND Gorgeous GIANNI VERSACE gown Pink and black...

Category

1990s Italian Evening Gowns

Rare Archive John Galliano 2004-2005 Silver Gray draped Bias-Cut evening gown
Rare Archive John Galliano 2004-2005 Silver Gray draped Bias-Cut evening gown

Rare Archive John Galliano 2004-2005 Silver Gray draped Bias-Cut evening gown

By John Galliano

Located in PARIS, FR

An elegant and timeless John Galliano evening gown dating to 2004-2005, crafted in a luminous silver-grey satin with the designer's signature bias-cut construction.

Category

Early 2000s French Evening Gowns

Rare John Galliano F/W 2005 Black Silk Chiffon Evening Gown Floral Embroidered
Rare John Galliano F/W 2005 Black Silk Chiffon Evening Gown Floral Embroidered

Rare John Galliano F/W 2005 Black Silk Chiffon Evening Gown Floral Embroidered

By John Galliano

Located in PARIS, FR

A beautifully romantic John Galliano Fall/Winter 2005 evening gown, perfectly capturing the designer's unmistakable vision of feminine elegance and poetic craftsmanship.

Category

Early 2000s Evening Gowns

RARE Christian Dior by Raf Simons 2013 Colum Evening Gown Maxi Dress with Train
RARE Christian Dior by Raf Simons 2013 Colum Evening Gown Maxi Dress with Train

RARE Christian Dior by Raf Simons 2013 Colum Evening Gown Maxi Dress with Train

By Raf Simons for Christian Dior, Christian Dior

Located in Switzerland, CH

A stunning evening gown by Christian Dior Designed by Raf Simons 2013 Collection Column-style front Breathtaking back with semi-transparent back decollete, waterfall line and huge t...

Category

2010s French Evening Gowns

VALENTINO Rare 2013 Nude Silk Georgette Evening Gown Dress 40
VALENTINO Rare 2013 Nude Silk Georgette Evening Gown Dress 40

VALENTINO Rare 2013 Nude Silk Georgette Evening Gown Dress 40

By Valentino Garavani, Valentino

Located in Switzerland, CH

A stunning example of Valentino’s signature "understated romanticism," this floor-length gown debuted on the Spring 2013 runway, designed by Maria Grazia Chiuri and Pierpaolo Picciol...

Category

2010s Italian Maxi Dress

Rare Jeanne Lanvin Art Deco Tulle Gown
Rare Jeanne Lanvin Art Deco Tulle Gown

Rare Jeanne Lanvin Art Deco Tulle Gown

By Jeanne Lanvin

Located in New York, NY

Rare and important Jeanne Lanvin Tulle Art Deco gown from Summer 1931 of grasshopper green silk tulle with natural tulle strips applied to create petal like patterns across the gown....

Category

1930s French Evening Gowns

ATELIER VERSACE Multicolor Beaded Evening Mermaid Haute Couture Gown & Heels 39
ATELIER VERSACE Multicolor Beaded Evening Mermaid Haute Couture Gown & Heels 39

ATELIER VERSACE Multicolor Beaded Evening Mermaid Haute Couture Gown & Heels 39

By Atelier Versace

Located in Switzerland, CH

Just breathtaking - a rare ATELIER VERSACE Evening Gown An amazing Haute Couture Piece Seen on Selma Blair One of the most famous pieces by Atelier Versace Made of many multicolored...

Category

Early 2000s Italian Evening Gowns

Roberto Cavalli Rare Vintage Asian Inspired Gown
Roberto Cavalli Rare Vintage Asian Inspired Gown

Roberto Cavalli Rare Vintage Asian Inspired Gown

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Roberto Cavalli vintage silk charmeuse bias cut gown. One of the designer's highly coveted styles in his early 2000 collections. Features eggshell white silk ground with Asian insp...

Category

Early 2000s Evening Gowns

Ungaro archival embroidery and silk evening gown
Ungaro archival embroidery and silk evening gown

Ungaro archival embroidery and silk evening gown

By Emanuel Ungaro

Located in PARIS, FR

Rare Archival Ungaro evening gown, amazing details embroidery, shorter on the front longer on the back, silk, no more tag of the brand and the size it can fit large size (US 6/8/10)

Category

1990s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Norma Kamali 1993 Vintage Black Lace Strapless Mermaid Evening Gown M
Norma Kamali 1993 Vintage Black Lace Strapless Mermaid Evening Gown M

Norma Kamali 1993 Vintage Black Lace Strapless Mermaid Evening Gown M

By Norma Kamali, OMO Norma Kamali

Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL

An exceptional and increasingly rare vintage evening gown from Norma Kamali’s celebrated OMO line, dating to her iconic 1993 ready-to-wear collection.

Category

1990s American Evening Gowns

John Galliano Rare Deco Inspired High Style Gown
John Galliano Rare Deco Inspired High Style Gown

John Galliano Rare Deco Inspired High Style Gown

By Christian Dior, John Galliano

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Circa f/w 2008 John Galliano mauve silk charmeuse dress adorned with deco inspired faux pearl and crystal beadwork. Features kimono sleeves. Draped neckline held securely with sing...

Category

Early 2000s Evening Dresses

Moschino Couture Rare Hershey Chocolate Bar Runway Gown   NWT
Moschino Couture Rare Hershey Chocolate Bar Runway Gown   NWT

Moschino Couture Rare Hershey Chocolate Bar Runway Gown NWT

By Moschino Couture, Moschino

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Moschino Couture rare Hershey Chocolate Bar gown by Jeremy Scott for Moschino. Re the Fall 2014 show, according to fashion reviewer, Tim Blanks, “Scott's embrace of consumer cultur...

Category

2010s Evening Gowns

Madame Grès Haute Couture Black Elegant Evening Gown 1960s Gres Dress
Madame Grès Haute Couture Black Elegant Evening Gown 1960s Gres Dress

Madame Grès Haute Couture Black Elegant Evening Gown 1960s Gres Dress

By Madame Gres

Located in Berlin, BE

There are garments that dress the body and there are those that shape the soul. This rare and breathtaking evening gown by Madame Grès, dating from the 1960s, stands as a masterclass...

Category

1960s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Ultra-Rare 2012 Versace Fully Beaded Blush Mesh Gown
Ultra-Rare 2012 Versace Fully Beaded Blush Mesh Gown

Ultra-Rare 2012 Versace Fully Beaded Blush Mesh Gown

By Versace

Located in Montgomery, TX

Ultra-Rare 2012 Versace Gown A museum-worthy artifact of modern couture history, this 2012 Versace gown is an exceptionally rare piece from one of the house’s most celebrated collec...

Category

2010s Italian Evening Gowns

John Galliano 2007 "Faberge" Rare  Runway "Finale" Gown Dress
John Galliano 2007 "Faberge" Rare  Runway "Finale" Gown Dress

John Galliano 2007 "Faberge" Rare Runway "Finale" Gown Dress

By John Galliano

Located in Los Angeles, CA

John Galliano's 2007 S/S collection made a highly visual splash in the finale featured elaborate and luxuriously draped patterned gowns. The finale gowns, fashioned of creme silk cr...

Category

Early 2000s Evening Gowns

Rare Maison Margiela Celestial Solar Eclipse Dress Gown NWT!
Rare Maison Margiela Celestial Solar Eclipse Dress Gown NWT!

Rare Maison Margiela Celestial Solar Eclipse Dress Gown NWT!

By Maison Martin Margiela

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Maison Margiela Fall 2017 black and white silk gown showcasing the partial solar eclipse of the 1963 Bar Harbor photographic print at front. Very celestial. Boasts a dramatic hi...

Category

2010s Evening Gowns

Rare Archival Thierry Mugler Goddess Gown 1979 Eveing Dress
Rare Archival Thierry Mugler Goddess Gown 1979 Eveing Dress

Rare Archival Thierry Mugler Goddess Gown 1979 Eveing Dress

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Berlin, BE

Stunning extremely rare Thierry Mugler Goddess Gown from one of his earliest Collections ca.1979. A masterful embodiment of ethereal elegance and avant-garde artistry. The dress cas...

Category

1970s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Rare Roberto Cavalli Runway Grecian Serpent Silk Dress Gown
Rare Roberto Cavalli Runway Grecian Serpent Silk Dress Gown

Rare Roberto Cavalli Runway Grecian Serpent Silk Dress Gown

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Since Cavalli recently passed this is one of the most memorable runway gowns from the 2007 Roberto Cavalli collection. Highly collectible. Grecian drape with plunging neckline. Fashi...

Category

Early 2000s Evening Gowns

NEW Gucci by Tom Ford 2002 Silk Leather Evening Gown with Panel Train 40
NEW Gucci by Tom Ford 2002 Silk Leather Evening Gown with Panel Train 40

NEW Gucci by Tom Ford 2002 Silk Leather Evening Gown with Panel Train 40

By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci

Located in Switzerland, CH

A Rare Collector's item Beautiful silk evening gown created by Tom Ford for Gucci FW 2002 This Gucci signature piece was sold out immediately It was featured in the gucci runway sh...

Category

Early 2000s Italian Evening Gowns

Rare 1948 Jacques Fath Beaded Chantilly Lace Dress Gown
Rare 1948 Jacques Fath Beaded Chantilly Lace Dress Gown

Rare 1948 Jacques Fath Beaded Chantilly Lace Dress Gown

By Jacques Fath

Located in Los Angeles, CA

French designer, Jacques Fath has been called the "Couturier's Couturier" and was considered one of the greatest couturiers of the 1950's. He was known for his outstanding opulent hi...

Category

1940s Evening Gowns

John Galliano Rare Dolores Intarsia Carnation Bias Evening Dress
John Galliano Rare Dolores Intarsia Carnation Bias Evening Dress

John Galliano Rare Dolores Intarsia Carnation Bias Evening Dress

By John Galliano

Located in New York, NY

A rare John Galliano bias cut Carnation dress from the Dolores collection, Autumn-Winter 1995-96. Of Bianchini Férier ivory and black satin backed rayon acetate crêpe inset with int...

Category

1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE SS2022 Lesage gradient sequins paillettes gown
rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE SS2022 Lesage gradient sequins paillettes gown

rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE SS2022 Lesage gradient sequins paillettes gown

By Alexandre Vauthier

Located in Hong Kong, NT

rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE SS2022 Runway Lesage silver gradient sequins paillettes gown Reference: TGAS/F00878 Brand: Alexandre Vauthier Designer: Alexandre Vauthier Collection:...

Category

2010s Evening Gowns

rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE Runway Lesage gradient sequins paillette gown
rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE Runway Lesage gradient sequins paillette gown

rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE Runway Lesage gradient sequins paillette gown

By Alexandre Vauthier

Located in Hong Kong, NT

rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE SS2022 Runway Lesage silver gradient sequins paillette gown Reference: TGAS/F00877 Brand: Alexandre Vauthier Designer: Alexandre Vauthier Collection: ...

Category

2010s Evening Gowns

Rare 1990s Azzedine Alaia Black Lycra Gown Runway Sample Museum
Rare 1990s Azzedine Alaia Black Lycra Gown Runway Sample Museum

Rare 1990s Azzedine Alaia Black Lycra Gown Runway Sample Museum

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in New York, NY

Rare Iconic 1990s Azzedine ALAIA Black Ribbed Lycra and Net Sleeveless Gown; V-Neck with Paneled Bodice; Deep V-back with Single Hook and Eye Strap; Full Length Skirt with Fishtail H...

Category

1990s French Evening Gowns

Valentino F/W 2006 RARE Runway Side Mesh Embellished Sequin Gown
Valentino F/W 2006 RARE Runway Side Mesh Embellished Sequin Gown

Valentino F/W 2006 RARE Runway Side Mesh Embellished Sequin Gown

By Valentino Garavani

Located in Melbourne, VIC

Prémode presents Valentino F/W 2006 Runway Side Mesh Gown This piece is from Valentino's Autumn/Winter 2006 collection, from the later years of Valentino Garavani's reign and a show...

Category

Early 2000s Italian Evening Gowns

Rare Gianfranco Ferre Asymmetric Avant Garde Croco Organza Evening Dress
Rare Gianfranco Ferre Asymmetric Avant Garde Croco Organza Evening Dress

Rare Gianfranco Ferre Asymmetric Avant Garde Croco Organza Evening Dress

By Christian Dior, Gianfranco Ferré

Located in Los Angeles, CA

SHIPPING ONLY IN THE U.S.A. Over-the-top avant garde genuine croc, silk, organza and spandex dress by Gianfranco Ferre. Offered brand new. Ferre's dramatic 2003-2004 croco collec...

Category

Early 2000s Evening Dresses

Dice Kayek Vintage Black Velvet Halter Evening Gown - 1990s
Dice Kayek Vintage Black Velvet Halter Evening Gown - 1990s

Dice Kayek Vintage Black Velvet Halter Evening Gown - 1990s

By DICE KAYEK

Located in Charenton-le-pont, FR

A rare and sophisticated evening gown from the early Parisian collections of Dice Kayek.

Category

1990s French Cocktail Dresses

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...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses

Rare Gai Mattiolo Couture Black Crystal Embellished Evening Dress 1990s
Rare Gai Mattiolo Couture Black Crystal Embellished Evening Dress 1990s

Rare Gai Mattiolo Couture Black Crystal Embellished Evening Dress 1990s

By Gai Mattiolo

Located in Basaluzzo, IT

Extraordinary ensemble signed Gai Mattiolo Couture dating back to the early 1990s, consisting of black longuette dress and matching bolero, made in the glamorous and theatrical style...

Category

1990s Evening 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 Alexander McQueen, Valentino

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...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses and Gowns

rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE SS2025 Runway black volume taffeta trumpet gown
rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE SS2025 Runway black volume taffeta trumpet gown

rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE SS2025 Runway black volume taffeta trumpet gown

By Alexandre Vauthier

Located in Hong Kong, NT

rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE SS2025 Runway black open back voluminous taffeta trumpet gown Reference: TGAS/F00911 Brand: Alexandre Vauthier Designer: Alexandre Vauthier Collection...

Category

2010s Italian Evening Gowns

rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE AW2019 Runway turquoise lame drape shoulder gown
rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE AW2019 Runway turquoise lame drape shoulder gown

rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE AW2019 Runway turquoise lame drape shoulder gown

By Alexandre Vauthier

Located in Hong Kong, NT

rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE AW2019 Runway turquoise lame drape off shoulder train gown Reference: TGAS/F00808 Brand: Alexandre Vauthier Designer: Alexandre Vauthier Collection: F...

Category

2010s Evening Gowns

rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE SS2025 Runway Lesage jewel embellished pouf gown
rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE SS2025 Runway Lesage jewel embellished pouf gown

rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE SS2025 Runway Lesage jewel embellished pouf gown

By Alexandre Vauthier

Located in Hong Kong, NT

rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE SS2025 Runway Maison Lesage jewel embellished pouf gown Reference: TGAS/F00874 Brand: Alexandre Vauthier Designer: Alexandre Vauthier Collection: Spri...

Category

2010s Italian Evening Gowns

rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE AW2020 Runway black velvet green gown Beyonce
rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE AW2020 Runway black velvet green gown Beyonce

rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE AW2020 Runway black velvet green gown Beyonce

By Alexandre Vauthier

Located in Hong Kong, NT

rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE AW2020 Runway black velvet green duchess satin gown Beyonce Reference: TGAS/F00880 Brand: Alexandre Vauthier Designer: Alexandre Vauthier Collection: ...

Category

2010s Italian Evening Gowns

rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE Runway black sequin batwing drape gown dress
rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE Runway black sequin batwing drape gown dress

rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE Runway black sequin batwing drape gown dress

By Alexandre Vauthier

Located in Hong Kong, NT

rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE AW2022 Runway black sequin batwing drape gown dress Reference: TGAS/F00892 Brand: Alexandre Vauthier Designer: Alexandre Vauthier Collection: Fall Win...

Category

2010s Evening 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

HOT HOT HOT GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE AS SHOWN ON THE RUNWAY SHOW AND AD CAMPAIGN SOLD OUT IMMEDIATELY Impossible to find! A true gem! This is a very rare and out-of-the-ordinary gow...

Category

Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

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...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Evening Gowns

NWT Rare Tom Ford Beaded Zebra Ostrich Feather Dress Gown Red Carpet!
NWT Rare Tom Ford Beaded Zebra Ostrich Feather Dress Gown Red Carpet!

NWT Rare Tom Ford Beaded Zebra Ostrich Feather Dress Gown Red Carpet!

By Gucci, Tom Ford

Located in Los Angeles, CA

U.S.A SHIPPING ONLY! Striking and stunning Tom Ford black and white hand-beaded gown designed in a Zebra pattern, from the FW 2013 runway collection. Trimmed in genuine ostrich fea...

Category

2010s Evening Gowns

rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE AW2022 Runway Lognon blue floral pleated gown
rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE AW2022 Runway Lognon blue floral pleated gown

rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE AW2022 Runway Lognon blue floral pleated gown

By Alexandre Vauthier

Located in Hong Kong, NT

rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE AW2022 Runway Maison Lognon cobalt blue floral pleated ethereal dress Reference: TGAS/F00707 Brand: Alexandre Vauthier Designer: Alexandre Vauthier Co...

Category

2010s Evening Gowns

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...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Gowns

Rare Bob Mackie Gold Beaded Grapevine Illusion Gown Sharon Stone “Casino” US 6
Rare Bob Mackie Gold Beaded Grapevine Illusion Gown Sharon Stone “Casino” US 6

Rare Bob Mackie Gold Beaded Grapevine Illusion Gown Sharon Stone “Casino” US 6

By Bob Mackie

Located in Montgomery, TX

An exceptionally rare and highly collectible Bob Mackie evening gown, featuring the iconic grapevine design famously worn by Sharon Stone as Ginger McKenna in Martin Scorsese’s 1995 ...

Category

1990s North American Evening Gowns

rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE Runway strass crystal high neck cut out gown
rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE Runway strass crystal high neck cut out gown

rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE Runway strass crystal high neck cut out gown

By Alexandre Vauthier

Located in Hong Kong, NT

rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE SS2020 Runway green strass crystal high neck cut out gown Reference: TGAS/F00857 Brand: Alexandre Vauthier Designer: Alexandre Vauthier Collection: Sp...

Category

2010s Evening Gowns

rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE AW2023 strass crystal neon yellow cut out gown
rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE AW2023 strass crystal neon yellow cut out gown

rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE AW2023 strass crystal neon yellow cut out gown

By Alexandre Vauthier

Located in Hong Kong, NT

rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE AW2023 strass crystal neon yellow cut out halter draped gown Reference: TGAS/F00719 Brand: Alexandre Vauthier Designer: Alexandre Vauthier Collection:...

Category

2010s Italian Evening Gowns

Thierry Mugler "Solo in the Spotlight" Beaded Tulle Mermaid Dress Gown  Rare
Thierry Mugler "Solo in the Spotlight" Beaded Tulle Mermaid Dress Gown  Rare

Thierry Mugler "Solo in the Spotlight" Beaded Tulle Mermaid Dress Gown Rare

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Rare mid 90's Thierry Mugler strapless mermaid style evening gown with elongated bodice of handsewn black paillettes and skirt fashioned of layers of black chiffon.

Category

20th Century Evening Gowns

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

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

By Saint Laurent, Anthony Vaccarello

Located in Hong Kong, NT

rare SAINT LAURENT 2022 Runway purple Wild Rose applique ruched plunge dress gown S Reference: TGAS/F00664 Brand: Saint Laurent Designer: Anthony Vaccarello Collection: Fall Winter 2...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Gowns

GIORGIO ARMANI Rare Archival Runway S/S 1996 Black Silk Organza Gown
GIORGIO ARMANI Rare Archival Runway S/S 1996 Black Silk Organza Gown

GIORGIO ARMANI Rare Archival Runway S/S 1996 Black Silk Organza Gown

By Giorgio Armani

Located in Woodland Hills, CA

A rarely seen piece from Giorgio Armani’s Spring/Summer 1996 runway collection, this black silk organza gown captures the essence of Armani’s ’90s era—fluid, sensual, and steeped in ...

Category

1990s European Evening Dresses

rare PRADA 2023 Runway yellow black viscose silk abstract train gown IT40 S
rare PRADA 2023 Runway yellow black viscose silk abstract train gown IT40 S

rare PRADA 2023 Runway yellow black viscose silk abstract train gown IT40 S

By Prada

Located in Hong Kong, NT

rare PRADA 2023 Runway yellow black viscose silk abstract print long train gown IT40 S Reference: TGAS/F01092 Brand: Prada Designer: Lorenzo Serafini Collection: Fall/Winter 2023 "Ta...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Gowns

Rare Chanel Archival F/W 1993 velvet corset bustier silk gown Lauren Bezos
Rare Chanel Archival F/W 1993 velvet corset bustier silk gown Lauren Bezos

Rare Chanel Archival F/W 1993 velvet corset bustier silk gown Lauren Bezos

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel Boutique

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...

Category

1990s French Evening Gowns

ROBERTO CAVALLI 2007 Vintage Silk Bubble Hem Gown w. Pockets Maxi Dress Rare
ROBERTO CAVALLI 2007 Vintage Silk Bubble Hem Gown w. Pockets Maxi Dress Rare

ROBERTO CAVALLI 2007 Vintage Silk Bubble Hem Gown w. Pockets Maxi Dress Rare

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in Leonardo, NJ

great for bride, bridal, wedding events Roberto Cavalli Vintage SS07 Dramatic and voluminous 100% silk Invisible side zip Pockets Size IT40 Excellent Condition, one hint of makeup o...

Category

Early 2000s Evening 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: TGAS/F00683 Brand: Saint Laurent Designer: Anthony Vaccarello Collection: Fall Winter ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Rare 1990 Versace Atelier Egyptian One-of-a-Kind Heavily Beaded Runway Gown
Rare 1990 Versace Atelier Egyptian One-of-a-Kind Heavily Beaded Runway Gown

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. High neck sleeveless dress fashioned of rich green damask silk; adorned throughout with weighty...

Category

1990s Evening Gowns

Valentino Rare Runway Jeweled Hand Beaded Silk Chiffon Dress Gown Hard to find
Valentino Rare Runway Jeweled Hand Beaded Silk Chiffon Dress Gown Hard to find

Valentino Rare Runway Jeweled Hand Beaded Silk Chiffon Dress Gown Hard to find

By Chanel, Valentino Garavani

Located in Los Angeles, CA

From the 20th - 21st century the exquisite fashion of Valentino Garavani was embraced by society and fashionistas over the world. When he retired in 2008 his brand of elegance, exqu...

Category

Early 2000s Evening Gowns

Rare Vintage Oscar de la Renta Gold Sequin " Red Ribbon " Dress Gown
Rare Vintage Oscar de la Renta Gold Sequin " Red Ribbon " Dress Gown

Rare Vintage Oscar de la Renta Gold Sequin " Red Ribbon " Dress Gown

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in San Diego, CA

Amazing AND Rare Vintage Oscar de la Renta gold sequin dress! Embroidered with a "Red Ribbon" on the right breast. Sleek long red sleeves, and a zipper down the bodice. Enc...

Category

1970s American Evening Gowns

  • 1

Recent Sales

Rare 1970’s Ossie Clark Evening Gown
Rare 1970’s Ossie Clark Evening Gown

Rare 1970’s Ossie Clark Evening Gown

By Ossie Clark

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Please see the measurements for this extremely rare and magnificent gown. There is a spare button stitched to the seam of the dress.

Category

1970s Unknown Evening Gowns

Rare Angelo Mozzillo Column Evening Gown Spring 1999
Rare Angelo Mozzillo Column Evening Gown Spring 1999

Rare Angelo Mozzillo Column Evening Gown Spring 1999

By Angelo Mozzillo

Located in Athens, Agia Paraskevi

Rare Angelo Mozzillo Column Evening Gown Spring 1999

Category

1990s Italian Evening Gowns

Rare Angelo Mozzillo Bodycon Evening Gown Spring 1999
Rare Angelo Mozzillo Bodycon Evening Gown Spring 1999

Rare Angelo Mozzillo Bodycon Evening Gown Spring 1999

By Angelo Mozzillo

Located in Athens, Agia Paraskevi

A Rare White Bodycon Evening Gown From Angelo Mozzillo Accented With A Burgundy Front And Back Side Seam For An Elongating Effect And A Back Seam Split For A Cool Silhouette.

Category

1990s Italian Evening Gowns

Rare Angelo Tarlazzi Sheer Silk Panelled Evening Gown 1990's
Rare Angelo Tarlazzi Sheer Silk Panelled Evening Gown 1990's

Rare Angelo Tarlazzi Sheer Silk Panelled Evening Gown 1990's

By Angelo Tarlazzi

Located in Athens, Agia Paraskevi

Rare Angelo Tarlazzi Sheer Silk Panelled Evening Gown 1990's

Category

1990s French Evening Gowns

Thierry Mugler Chain Detail Evening Gown
Thierry Mugler Chain Detail Evening Gown

Thierry Mugler Chain Detail Evening Gown

By Thierry Mugler

Located in New York, NY

Thierry Mugler evening gown with a spliced bodice pieced together with chain detail.

Category

1980s French Evening Gowns

Rare 1970's Stavropoulos Grecian style Gown
Rare 1970's Stavropoulos Grecian style Gown

Rare 1970's Stavropoulos Grecian style Gown

Unavailable

Size: No dress sizing label

Rare 1970's Stavropoulos Grecian style Gown

By George Stavropoulos

Located in Cirencester, Gloucestershire

Stavropoulos, an American born in Greece, was synonymous with glamorous styling for the glitterati in the 60's and 70's. The likes of Elizabeth Taylor, Jackie Kennedy, Maria Callas w...

Category

1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Rare Adele Simpson Brocade Gown, Circa 1960
Rare Adele Simpson Brocade Gown, Circa 1960

Rare Adele Simpson Brocade Gown, Circa 1960

By Adele Simpson

Located in Bethesda, MD

Regal Adele Simpson yellow and red brocade gown with metallic trim, key hole at neck, and front zipper closure. Measurements: Length 54", Shoulder to shoulder 15", Bust 31", Wais...

Category

1960s American Evening Gowns

A Rare 1960s Federico Forquet Gown With Shawl
A Rare 1960s Federico Forquet Gown With Shawl

A Rare 1960s Federico Forquet Gown With Shawl

By Federico Forquet

Located in New York, NY

A rare 1960s silk gown by Federico Forquet. Gown has its original belt and shawl.

Forquet is a Neapolitan aristocrat who worked with Fabiani and Irene Galitzine. He ...

Category

1960s Italian Evening Gowns

A Fine and Exceptionally Rare 1960s Federico Forquet Gown
A Fine and Exceptionally Rare 1960s Federico Forquet Gown

A Fine and Exceptionally Rare 1960s Federico Forquet Gown

Located in New York, NY

An extremely rare Federico Forquet (1931- ) evening dress from the 1960s in black velvet and handmade lace.The lace peeks out as a stiff petticoat underneath the lace. Dress is cut ...

Category

1960s Italian Evening Gowns

Rare Alexander McQueen s/s 2009 Feather Print Silk Gown
Rare Alexander McQueen s/s 2009 Feather Print Silk Gown

Rare Alexander McQueen s/s 2009 Feather Print Silk Gown

By Alexander McQueen

Located in New York, NY

Alexander McQueen s/s 2009 Feather Print Silk Gown A magnificent dress with masterful draping. Bias cut with soft cowl at the front and a deeper plunge at the back. Feather print m...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Evening Gowns

Rare Thierry Mugler 2pc Sheer Transparent Asymmetrical Evening Jacket & Skirt Suit
Rare Thierry Mugler 2pc Sheer Transparent Asymmetrical Evening Jacket & Skirt Suit

Rare Thierry Mugler 2pc Sheer Transparent Asymmetrical Evening Jacket & Skirt Suit

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Lake Park, FL

This is a gorgeous rare Thierry Mugler 2 piece evening cocktail skirt suit. Sheer chiffon wrap style with snap buttons and wrap style jacket. SIze 40. 2 upper pockets on the jacke...

Category

Late 20th Century French Evening Dresses

Vintage Bob Mackie Fully Beaded long Sleeve Gown 1980s Rare Unmistakable
Vintage Bob Mackie Fully Beaded long Sleeve Gown 1980s Rare Unmistakable

Vintage Bob Mackie Fully Beaded long Sleeve Gown 1980s Rare Unmistakable

By Bob Mackie

Located in Lake Park, FL

This is an incredible Bob Mackie rare full length long sleeve nude with navy purple beading. 1980s Size 10 fully lined silk, measures 62" long, bust 34-36", sleeves 23" long, waist ...

Category

1980s Chinese Evening Gowns

A Rare 1963 Valentino Haute Couture Gown with Gold Metal Ribbon Embroidery
A Rare 1963 Valentino Haute Couture Gown with Gold Metal Ribbon Embroidery

A Rare 1963 Valentino Haute Couture Gown with Gold Metal Ribbon Embroidery

By Valentino

Located in New York, NY

A rare and stunning haute couture gown circa 1963 by Valentino. The dress epitomizes 1960s Italian chic and dolce vita in a glamorous shade of marigold. It is 4-ply silk crepe, line...

Category

1960s Italian Evening Gowns

Richilene Full Length Silk Rare Long Sleeve Black Beaded Red Flower Gown Gorgeous
Richilene Full Length Silk Rare Long Sleeve Black Beaded Red Flower Gown Gorgeous

Richilene Full Length Silk Rare Long Sleeve Black Beaded Red Flower Gown Gorgeous

By Richilene

Located in Lake Park, FL

This is the most beautiful Richilene gown ever! Full length black beaded long sleeve silk gown with incredible red flowers all over with gorgeous pearls hidden behind the flowers. 1...

Category

Late 20th Century American Evening Gowns

1984 Rare Madame Gres Black Silk Evening Dress w/ Scarf Drape & Original Croquis
1984 Rare Madame Gres Black Silk Evening Dress w/ Scarf Drape & Original Croquis

1984 Rare Madame Gres Black Silk Evening Dress w/ Scarf Drape & Original Croquis

By Madame Gres

Located in Houston, TX

Gorgeous black silk faille evening dress by Madame Gres. The knee length dress is sleek, with a loose body - skimming silhouette, long sleeves, and a high, diamond cut neckline. The ...

Category

1980s French Evening Dresses

Geoffrey Beene Gown
Geoffrey Beene Gown

Geoffrey Beene Gown

By Geoffrey Beene

Located in New York, NY

Classic Geoffrey Beene gown.

RARE vintage
STORE HOURS: Monday - Friday 11:30AM to 6PM
Weekend Appointments Available
24 West 57th Street
i...

Category

Late 20th Century American Evening Gowns

Nina Ricci Organza Gown
Nina Ricci Organza Gown

Nina Ricci Organza Gown

By Nina Ricci

Located in New York, NY

RARE vintage
STORE HOURS: Monday to Friday: 11:30 to 6PM
24 West 57th Street
Fifth Floor
212.581.7273
FOLLOW OUR BLOG: www.rarevintage.blogspot.com

Category

1970s French Evening Gowns

Early 1980s Chanel Ribbon Gown
Early 1980s Chanel Ribbon Gown

Early 1980s Chanel Ribbon Gown

By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld

Located in New York, NY

The classic black strapless evening gown revamped by Karl Lagerfeld for the house of Chanel.

Category

1980s French Evening Gowns

Iconic Halston Wrap Gown
Iconic Halston Wrap Gown

Iconic Halston Wrap Gown

Unavailable

Size: 4

Iconic Halston Wrap Gown

By Halston

Located in New York, NY

RARE vintage STORE HOURS: Monday to Friday 11:30 to 6PM 24 West 57th Street Fifth floor in The New York Gallery Building 212.581.7273 FOLLOW OUR BLOG: www.rarevintage.blogspot....

Category

1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Yves Saint Laurent Silk Gown
Yves Saint Laurent Silk Gown

Yves Saint Laurent Silk Gown

By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent

Located in New York, NY

Beautiful Yves Saint Laurent rive gauche teal colored silk gown with a draped neckline. Bodice is discreetly sheer as are the arms. A classic and timeless design by YSL. Fits a co...

Category

1980s French Evening Gowns

Karl Lagerfeld for Chloé Gown
Karl Lagerfeld for Chloé Gown

Karl Lagerfeld for Chloé Gown

Unavailable

Size: 4/6

Karl Lagerfeld for Chloé Gown

By Chloé

Located in New York, NY

An exhibit, Chloé Attitudes, has just opened in Paris celebrating the founder of Chloe, Gaby Aghion, now in her 90s, and 60 years of the Chloé label. This spectacular silk gown is K...

Category

20th Century French Evening Gowns

1960s Roberto Capucci Silk Gown
1960s Roberto Capucci Silk Gown

1960s Roberto Capucci Silk Gown

By Roberto Capucci

Located in New York, NY

RARE vintage
STORE HOURS: Monday to Friday 11:30 to 6PM
24 West 57th Street
New York Gallery Building
Fifth Floor
212.581.7273
rarevintage.com

Category

1960s Italian Evening Gowns

1996 Azzedine Alaia Documented Rare Nude Illusion Knit Bodycon Floor Length Gown
1996 Azzedine Alaia Documented Rare Nude Illusion Knit Bodycon Floor Length Gown

1996 Azzedine Alaia Documented Rare Nude Illusion Knit Bodycon Floor Length Gown

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

An ultra seductive and instantly recognizable Azzedine Alaia black sheer-illusion patterned silk knit floor-length gown from his iconic 1996 spring/summer collection. As shown, this ...

Category

1990s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses

1970s Pauline Trigere Strapless Gown
1970s Pauline Trigere Strapless Gown

1970s Pauline Trigere Strapless Gown

By Pauline Trigère

Located in New York, NY

We heard a great story about Pauline Trigere from one of our clients who had a large collection of Trigere: She was very excited to be seated next to Miss Trigere at a lunch and happ...

Category

1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Extremely Rare 1990s Oscar de la Renta for Balmain Haute Couture Gown
Extremely Rare 1990s Oscar de la Renta for Balmain Haute Couture Gown

Extremely Rare 1990s Oscar de la Renta for Balmain Haute Couture Gown

By Balmain, Oscar De La Renta

Located in Paris, IDF

Incredible work by Oscar de la Renta with this white sequins, white swan feathers incrustation and beaded Haute Couture Balmain gown. Measurements : Bust 76 cm / Waist 72 cm / Hips 8...

Category

1990s French Ball Gowns

1970s Pale Buttercup Yellow Chiffon Gown
1970s Pale Buttercup Yellow Chiffon Gown

1970s Pale Buttercup Yellow Chiffon Gown

By Halston

Located in New York, NY

Beautiful pale buttercup yellow Halston gown from the 1970s. Layers of chiffon. Plunging halter neck and bare back. Comes with its original chiffon cardigan and chiffon belt.
...

Category

1970s American Evening Gowns

Nina Ricci Silk Gazar Strapless Gown
Nina Ricci Silk Gazar Strapless Gown

Nina Ricci Silk Gazar Strapless Gown

By Nina Ricci

Located in New York, NY

RARE vintage
STORE HOURS: Monday to Friday: 11:30 to 6PM
24 West 57th Street
Fifth Floor
212.581.7273
FOLLOW OUR BLOG: www.rarevintage.blogspot.com

Category

1980s French Evening Gowns

Vintage 1960s Rare Film-Worn Pink Silk & Ivory Satin Floral Appliqué Draped Gown
Vintage 1960s Rare Film-Worn Pink Silk & Ivory Satin Floral Appliqué Draped Gown

Vintage 1960s Rare Film-Worn Pink Silk & Ivory Satin Floral Appliqué Draped Gown

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

A breathtaking pale pink silk and ivory satin custom-made 20th Century Fox gown dating back to the early 1960's. Though I am unsure of which production this gorgeous gown is from, th...

Category

1960s Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Ralph Rucci Gown with Cut Outs
Ralph Rucci Gown with Cut Outs

Ralph Rucci Gown with Cut Outs

By Ralph Rucci

Located in New York, NY

RARE vintage STORE HOURS: Monday to Friday 11:30 to 6PM 24 West 57th Street Fifth floor in The New York Gallery Building 212.581.7273 FOLLOW OUR BLOG: www.rarevintage.blogspot....

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Evening Gowns

Oleg Cassini Finely Beaded and Chiffon Gown
Oleg Cassini Finely Beaded and Chiffon Gown

Oleg Cassini Finely Beaded and Chiffon Gown

By Oleg Cassini

Located in New York, NY

Oleg Cassini black finely beaded gown.

RARE vintage
STORE HOURS: Monday to Friday 11:30 to 6PM
24 West 57th Street
5th Floor
in The New Yor...

Category

1980s American Evening Gowns

Valentino Black Silk Gown with Cut-Outs
Valentino Black Silk Gown with Cut-Outs

Valentino Black Silk Gown with Cut-Outs

By Valentino

Located in New York, NY

Beautiful Valentino silk taffeta gown with cutouts on the bodice. Full skirt with soft net petticoat underneath. RARE vintage STORE HOURS: Monday to Friday 11:30 to 6PM 24 West...

Category

20th Century Italian Evening Gowns

Late 1960s Hubert de Givenchy Couture Gown
Late 1960s Hubert de Givenchy Couture Gown

Late 1960s Hubert de Givenchy Couture Gown

By Givenchy

Located in New York, NY

Extraordinarily beautiful Givenchy gown from the late 1960s with an elaborately embroidered bodice. Gown is a halter neck style with a slightly raised waist line. There are long tr...

Category

1960s French Evening Gowns

Geoffrey Beene Striped Jersey Open Back Gown
Geoffrey Beene Striped Jersey Open Back Gown

Geoffrey Beene Striped Jersey Open Back Gown

By Geoffrey Beene

Located in New York, NY

Geoffrey Beene knit jersey black and white striped gown with an open back. Mr. Beene excelled at taking a masculine fabric and making it have an unexpected appearance in a gown. ...

Category

Late 20th Century American Evening Gowns

1970s Roberto Capucci Silk Ribbon Ombre Gown
1970s Roberto Capucci Silk Ribbon Ombre Gown

1970s Roberto Capucci Silk Ribbon Ombre Gown

By Roberto Capucci

Located in New York, NY

Opening at the Philadelphia Museum of Art on March 16th, is the show "Roberto Capucci Art Into Fashion'. There will be over eighty architectural masterpieces by one of the most impo...

Category

1970s French Evening Gowns

Rare 1970's Madame Grès Haute Couture Beaded Berry Motif Navy Sheer Silk Gown
Rare 1970's Madame Grès Haute Couture Beaded Berry Motif Navy Sheer Silk Gown

Rare 1970's Madame Grès Haute Couture Beaded Berry Motif Navy Sheer Silk Gown

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Gorgeous and ultra rare Madame Gres haute couture two-piece dress ensemble dating back to the mid 1970's. Madame Gres felt that the true job of the couturier was not to create a name...

Category

1970s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses

1970s Bill Blass Berry Colored Sequin Gown
1970s Bill Blass Berry Colored Sequin Gown

1970s Bill Blass Berry Colored Sequin Gown

By Bill Blass

Located in New York, NY

RARE vintage
STORE HOURS: Monday to Friday: 11:30 to 6PM
24 West 57th Street
Fifth Floor
212.581.7273
FOLLOW OUR BLOG: www.rarevintage.blogspot.com

Category

1970s American Evening Gowns

1977 Loris Azzaro Yellow Silk Taffeta Gown
1977 Loris Azzaro Yellow Silk Taffeta Gown

1977 Loris Azzaro Yellow Silk Taffeta Gown

By Loris Azzaro

Located in New York, NY

RARE vintage
STORE HOURS: Monday to Friday: 11:30 to 6PM
24 West 57th Street
Fifth Floor
212.581.7273
FOLLOW OUR BLOG: www.rarevintage.blogspot.com

Category

1970s French Evening Gowns

Prada demi-couture Trompe L'Oeil Gown
Prada demi-couture Trompe L'Oeil Gown

Prada demi-couture Trompe L'Oeil Gown

By Prada, Miuccia Prada

Located in New York, NY

Circa 2002 Prada demi couture dress with trompe l'oeil shading and lining with a drawn flower. Dress is belle époque in style with an interior corset and a train buoyed by layers of...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Gowns

Geoffrey Beene Lavender Sequin and Organza Gown
Geoffrey Beene Lavender Sequin and Organza Gown

Geoffrey Beene Lavender Sequin and Organza Gown

By Geoffrey Beene

Located in New York, NY

Geoffrey Beene created spiraling seams in chiffon and weightless jerseys that moved around a woman's body with a lightness of being that was unique to one of America's most celebrate...

Category

Late 20th Century American Evening Gowns

1960s Italian Haute Couture Bubblegum Pink Beaded Gown
1960s Italian Haute Couture Bubblegum Pink Beaded Gown

1960s Italian Haute Couture Bubblegum Pink Beaded Gown

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful and soignée 1960s bubblegum pink Italian haute couture gown. Gorgeous floral motif beading is subtle at the neckline and hem of the gown. Beautifully made, lined in sam...

Category

1960s Italian Evening Gowns

John Galliano for Christian Dior White Embroidered Gown
John Galliano for Christian Dior White Embroidered Gown

John Galliano for Christian Dior White Embroidered Gown

By John Galliano, Christian Dior

Located in New York, NY

A romantic and beautiful John Galliano for Christian Dior gown.

RARE vintage
Store Hours: Monday to Friday 11:30 to 6PM
24 West 57th Street
Fifth ...

Category

Late 20th Century French Evening Gowns

Patricia Lester Fortuny Style Gown in Brown and Black
Patricia Lester Fortuny Style Gown in Brown and Black

Patricia Lester Fortuny Style Gown in Brown and Black

By Patricia Lester

Located in New York, NY

A fine and beautiful Patricia Lestor Fortuny-style gown in an incredible hand pleated and unusual brown to black silk with tiny black beads across the neckline. Timeless and uniquel...

Category

1980s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1997 Tom Ford for Gucci Leather and Lace Gown
1997 Tom Ford for Gucci Leather and Lace Gown

1997 Tom Ford for Gucci Leather and Lace Gown

By Tom Ford for Gucci

Located in New York, NY

A rare and incredibly beautiful Tom Ford for Gucci black leather nude illusion lace gown with a leather 'flower' at the neckline. 1997. From one of Tom Ford's most iconic collection...

Category

1990s Italian Evening Gowns

Valentino Red Gown with Open Back and Red Feathers
Valentino Red Gown with Open Back and Red Feathers

Valentino Red Gown with Open Back and Red Feathers

By Valentino

Located in New York, NY

Gorgeous Valentino red gown with an open back, gathered waist band and feathers and small beads adorning the lower part of the dress. Size 6/8 RARE vintage STORE HOURS: Monday...

Category

1990s Italian Evening Gowns

1970s Silk Bill Blass Gown with Blonde Sable Cuffs
1970s Silk Bill Blass Gown with Blonde Sable Cuffs

1970s Silk Bill Blass Gown with Blonde Sable Cuffs

By Bill Blass

Located in New York, NY

Anna Wintour said of Bill Blass:

"He is famously funny and devilish, but there is much that is serious about him. His designs are sexy and trim; they have wonderful l...

Category

20th Century American Evening Gowns

Givenchy Haute Couture Gown
Givenchy Haute Couture Gown

Givenchy Haute Couture Gown

Unavailable

Size: 4

Givenchy Haute Couture Gown

By Givenchy

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful and elegant haute couture gown from Hubert de Givenchy. The style is classic Audrey Hepburn who famously was muse to Givenchy.

The gown is from the gar...

Category

1980s French Sheath Dresses

1970s Larry LeGaspi Jersey Gown with Gold Cording and Cape
1970s Larry LeGaspi Jersey Gown with Gold Cording and Cape

1970s Larry LeGaspi Jersey Gown with Gold Cording and Cape

Located in New York, NY

Larry LeGaspi was an American designer who in the 1970s opened, Moonstone, a futurama chic store on Madison Avenue. The walls were silver, the floor was done to look like the surfac...

Category

1970s American Evening Gowns

Rare Pucci Catsuit 1968 from Editorial
Rare Pucci Catsuit 1968 from Editorial

Rare Pucci Catsuit 1968 from Editorial

By Emilio Pucci

Located in New York, NY

Rare Pucci Catsuit 1968. Stretch fabric. Iconic Pucci print. Fits small to medium sizes and looks great with a sheer dress. Same print as the editorial piece in Life magazine.

Category

1960s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

rare GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE Safety Pin dress
rare GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE Safety Pin dress

rare GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE Safety Pin dress

By Gianni Versace

Located in New York, NY

Iconic and very rare safety pin dress from the Spring 1994 collection that launched Elizabeth Hurley's career. It is form fitting with small to large gold safety pins holding up the ...

Category

20th Century Italian Evening Gowns

Rare 1950's Jean Dessès Haute Couture Bias Button Dress
Rare 1950's Jean Dessès Haute Couture Bias Button Dress

Rare 1950's Jean Dessès Haute Couture Bias Button Dress

By Jean Dessès

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Exceptional and rare, circa 1950’s Jean Dessès haute couture bias buttoned evening dress in a black cotton toile. Excellent Vintage Condition. Bust: 30” Waist: 24” Hip: 32’” Leng...

Category

1950s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

A Rare and Beautiful 1966 Federico Forquet Lamé Dress
A Rare and Beautiful 1966 Federico Forquet Lamé Dress

A Rare and Beautiful 1966 Federico Forquet Lamé Dress

By Federico Forquet

Located in New York, NY

An extremely rare and beautiful silk metal lamé blouson sheath dress by the Italian couturier Federico Forquet. Forquet trained with Balenciaga before returning to Rome and opening ...

Category

1960s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Rare 1950's Pierre Cardin Wool & Ermine Fur Dress
Rare 1950's Pierre Cardin Wool & Ermine Fur Dress

Rare 1950's Pierre Cardin Wool & Ermine Fur Dress

By Pierre Cardin

Located in Yucca Valley, CA

Bustown Modern is so pleased to offer this exceedingly rare 1950's Pierre Cardin dress. 1950s Cardin is nearly impossible to find! Luxe, heavyweight wool crepe with genuine ermine...

Category

1950s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

A Rare 1980s Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Silk Chiffon Dress
A Rare 1980s Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Silk Chiffon Dress

A Rare 1980s Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Silk Chiffon Dress

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Copenhagen, DK

An absolutely stunning and very rare 1983 Yves Saint Laurent haute couture gown in bright red silk chiffon. The gown has a scoop neckline and long sheer sleeves with button details a...

Category

1980s French Evening Gowns

Rare 1960s Pierre Cardin Haute Couture Little Black Dress
Rare 1960s Pierre Cardin Haute Couture Little Black Dress

Rare 1960s Pierre Cardin Haute Couture Little Black Dress

By Pierre Cardin

Located in Copenhagen, DK

A stunning 1960s Pierre Cardin Haute Couture dress in a heavy black silk with impeccable couture finish. The classic shift dress has paneling down the front and a simple scoop neckli...

Category

1960s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Iconic Rare 1989  Jean Paul Gaultier Bias Cut Dress
Iconic Rare 1989  Jean Paul Gaultier Bias Cut Dress

Iconic Rare 1989 Jean Paul Gaultier Bias Cut Dress

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in London, GB

Vintage Jean Paul Gaultier bias cut dress. A floor-length sheer polyamide slim fitting ‘V’ neck dress with short sleeves. From the Spring/Summer 1989 “Around the World in 168 Out...

Category

1980s Italian Evening Dresses

Rare 1960s Norman Hartnell Gold Lame and Mink Dress and Coat
Rare 1960s Norman Hartnell Gold Lame and Mink Dress and Coat

Rare 1960s Norman Hartnell Gold Lame and Mink Dress and Coat

By Norman Hartnell

Located in Houston, TX

Vintage Norman Hartnell Gold Lamé and Mink Evening Dress and Matching Coat Stunning Norman Hartnell gold lamé evening dress and matching coat. The shimmering A-line dress features a...

Category

1960s British Evening Dresses

Very Rare Gianni Versace Couture Gold Stretch Dress Fall 1994
Very Rare Gianni Versace Couture Gold Stretch Dress Fall 1994

Very Rare Gianni Versace Couture Gold Stretch Dress Fall 1994

By Gianni Versace

Located in Athens, Agia Paraskevi

Very Rare Gianni Versace Couture Gold Stretch Dress Fall 1994

Category

1990s Italian Evening Dresses

Edwardian Titanic Era Silk Vintage Dress Hobble Style Rare Print
Edwardian Titanic Era Silk Vintage Dress Hobble Style Rare Print

Edwardian Titanic Era Silk Vintage Dress Hobble Style Rare Print

Located in Portland, OR

This incredible dress is full of beautiful design elements from head to toe! This Edwardian dress is all one connected piece, but consists of three different layers. The top layer is...

Category

Early 20th Century American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Rare Paco Rabanne Velvet Lame Cross Front Bodycon Disco Era Dress
Rare Paco Rabanne Velvet Lame Cross Front Bodycon Disco Era Dress

Rare Paco Rabanne Velvet Lame Cross Front Bodycon Disco Era Dress

By Paco Rabanne

Located in Athens, Agia Paraskevi

Rare Paco Rabanne Velvet Hues of Silver, Gold and Copper Lame Cross Front Bodycon Disco Dress

Category

1970s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

RARE Gucci Gold Sequin dress
RARE Gucci Gold Sequin dress

RARE Gucci Gold Sequin dress

By Alessandro Michele, Gucci

Located in New York, NY

Sleevless shift dress, fully sequined. Lurex ribbed collar & armholes. Sequin tiger design wrapped from back to front.

Category

2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

You May Also Like

Gianni Versace F/W 1996 Runway Vintage Embellished Sheer Evening Long Dress Gown
Gianni Versace F/W 1996 Runway Vintage Embellished Sheer Evening Long Dress Gown

Gianni Versace F/W 1996 Runway Vintage Embellished Sheer Evening Long Dress Gown

By Gianni Versace Couture, Gianni Versace

Located in 'S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL

A true collector’s piece, this Gianni Versace embellished sheer evening gown from the Fall/Winter 1996 runway collection is one of the most iconic designs from the legendary Italian ...

Category

1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Cher Bob Mackie Met Gala 1985 Silk Beaded Sequin Sheer Vintage 80s Gown Dress
Cher Bob Mackie Met Gala 1985 Silk Beaded Sequin Sheer Vintage 80s Gown Dress

Cher Bob Mackie Met Gala 1985 Silk Beaded Sequin Sheer Vintage 80s Gown Dress

By Bob Mackie

Located in San Diego, CA

Sexy 1980s BOB MACKIE 1985 silk chiffon beaded and sequin evening gown ! Very similar to the one Cher famously wore to the 1985 MET Gala with Mackie, himself. Sheer bodice with thous...

Category

1980s American Evening Gowns

Versace F/W 2005 Runway Campaign Halter High Slit Slip Evening Dress Gown
Versace F/W 2005 Runway Campaign Halter High Slit Slip Evening Dress Gown

Versace F/W 2005 Runway Campaign Halter High Slit Slip Evening Dress Gown

By Versace

Located in Englishtown, NJ

Versace F/W 2005 Runway Campaign Halter High Slit Slip Evening Dress Gown IT 42 Look 49 from the Fall 2005 Collection. Featured in the Fall 2005 Campaign. FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM ...

Category

Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Beautiful 1960s Extra Small XS Couture Black Silk Chiffon Vintage 60s Gown Dress
Beautiful 1960s Extra Small XS Couture Black Silk Chiffon Vintage 60s Gown Dress

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...

Category

1960s Evening Gowns

Vintage Oscar de la Renta Sheer Size 10 / 12 Black Silk Chantilly Lace Gown
Vintage Oscar de la Renta Sheer Size 10 / 12 Black Silk Chantilly Lace Gown

Vintage Oscar de la Renta Sheer Size 10 / 12 Black Silk Chantilly Lace Gown

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in San Diego, CA

Exquisite 1990s vintage OSCAR DE LA RENTA for SAKS 5th AVE Couture black silk chiffon and chattily lace sheer evening gown ! This beautiful dress has so much attention to details. Mu...

Category

1990s American Evening Gowns

Vintage NWT Valentino FW Runway 2006 Sheer Side Silk Embellished Dress Gown US 6
Vintage NWT Valentino FW Runway 2006 Sheer Side Silk Embellished Dress Gown US 6

Vintage NWT Valentino FW Runway 2006 Sheer Side Silk Embellished Dress Gown US 6

By Valentino Garavani

Located in Montgomery, TX

NWT Vintage Valentino Sheer Side Silk Embellished Dress Gown US size - 6 F/W Runway 2006 This is a stunning Valentino and it is almost shocking when you realize how deep that side pa...

Category

Early 2000s Italian Evening Gowns

Ralph Lauren Collection S/S 1998 Embellished Runway Gown
Ralph Lauren Collection S/S 1998 Embellished Runway Gown

Ralph Lauren Collection S/S 1998 Embellished Runway Gown

By Ralph Lauren Purple Label, Ralph Lauren

Located in Norwich, GB

Ralph Lauren Collection hand beaded slip gown, in cream knit with a nude silk lining. Low cut front neckline, and deep V shaped back. Semi sheer. Very rare piece from the Spring/Summ...

Category

1990s Wedding Dresses

SHIRLEY PARKER LONDON c.1980s Black Silk Evening Gown with Sculptural Sleeves
SHIRLEY PARKER LONDON c.1980s Black Silk Evening Gown with Sculptural Sleeves

SHIRLEY PARKER LONDON c.1980s Black Silk Evening Gown with Sculptural Sleeves

Located in Richardson, TX

An exquisite example of circa 1980s vintage British eveningwear, this marvelously fluid, floor-length evening gown by Shirley Parker London has a compelling allure reminiscent of Old...

Category

1980s British Evening Gowns

Roberto Cavalli Embellished Corset Empire Silhouette Evening Dress Gown
Roberto Cavalli Embellished Corset Empire Silhouette Evening Dress Gown

Roberto Cavalli Embellished Corset Empire Silhouette Evening Dress Gown

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in Englishtown, NJ

Roberto Cavalli Embellished Corset "Bridgerton" Style Bridal Empire Silhouette High Slit Evening Dress Gown IT 42

Category

2010s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Incredible Vintage Oscar de la Renta Size 10 Black Silk Chantilly Lace 80s Dress
Incredible Vintage Oscar de la Renta Size 10 Black Silk Chantilly Lace 80s Dress

Incredible Vintage Oscar de la Renta Size 10 Black Silk Chantilly Lace 80s Dress

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in San Diego, CA

Incredible vintage late 1980s OSCAR DE LA RENTA black silk Chantilly lace dress! Couture quality, with an expert attention to detail. Chic semi sheer silk dolman sleeve lace bodice, ...

Category

1980s American Cocktail Dresses

2003FW Gianni Versace runway gown
2003FW Gianni Versace runway gown

2003FW Gianni Versace runway gown

By Gianni Versace

Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH

Introducing a breathtaking masterpiece: the mesmerizing purple Gianni Versace gown, expertly crafted by the visionary designer Donatella Versace. This remarkable creation hails from ...

Category

Early 2000s Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Alexander McQueen New Black Silk Dress with Ruffle Hem 'NO. 13' S/S 1999
Alexander McQueen New Black Silk Dress with Ruffle Hem 'NO. 13' S/S 1999

Alexander McQueen New Black Silk Dress with Ruffle Hem 'NO. 13' S/S 1999

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous black silk dress from an early collection of Alexander McQueen. It skims the body has a scoop neckline and 3 rows of ruffles beginning at knee level in the front and 8 sta...

Category

1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Mignon Black Silk Dress with Lace Bodice Circa 1960's
Mignon Black Silk Dress with Lace Bodice Circa 1960's

Mignon Black Silk Dress with Lace Bodice Circa 1960's

By Mignon

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Black silk taffeta and scrunched lace cocktail dress with pouf skirt, cap sleeve and lace bodice finished off with a sexy pencil narrow underskirt. The look is sophisticated 1960's N...

Category

1960s French Cocktail Dresses

Roberto Cavalli "Cleopatra" Dress Gown   NWT
Roberto Cavalli "Cleopatra" Dress Gown   NWT

Roberto Cavalli "Cleopatra" Dress Gown NWT

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Roberto Cavalli has mastered the Glamazon style gown. This Cleopatra inspired look has always been coveted since seen on the designer's Fall 2007 runway. In his earlier collections...

Category

Early 2000s Evening Gowns

1970's Nina Ricci Black Taffeta Ingenue Gown
1970's Nina Ricci Black Taffeta Ingenue Gown

1970's Nina Ricci Black Taffeta Ingenue Gown

By Nina Ricci

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Black jersey and taffeta 1970's ingenue style evening gown with cream satin collar and cuffs. Fitted waistline attached to full taffeta skirt trimmed with velvet. In excellent vintag...

Category

1970s French Evening Dresses

Vintage Michael Casey Couture Size 12 Black Silk Long Sleeve Metallic Dress Gown
Vintage Michael Casey Couture Size 12 Black Silk Long Sleeve Metallic Dress Gown

Vintage Michael Casey Couture Size 12 Black Silk Long Sleeve Metallic Dress Gown

By Michael Casey

Located in San Diego, CA

Amazing vintage MICHAEL CASEY COUTURE black silk gown! Features just the right amount of sex appeal, with black mesh at the top bodice (front and back). Ravishing fit, with cut-out b...

Category

1990s American Evening Dresses

People Also Browsed

1980s Yves Saint Laurent Ivory + Gold Vintage 80s One Piece Swimsuit
1980s Yves Saint Laurent Ivory + Gold Vintage 80s One Piece Swimsuit

1980s Yves Saint Laurent Ivory + Gold Vintage 80s One Piece Swimsuit

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful and classic early 1980s YVES SAINT LAURENT ivory / off-white and gold seashell print one piece halter swimsuit / bodysuit! Features a flattering ruched waist that hides any...

Category

1980s French Swimwear

Vicky Tiel black halter dress with rhinestones
Vicky Tiel black halter dress with rhinestones

Vicky Tiel black halter dress with rhinestones

$400Sale Price|33% Off

Size: Medium

Vicky Tiel black halter dress with rhinestones

By Vicky Tiel

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Vicky Tiel black halter dress with rhinestones. Length 44", bust 34", hip 32".

Category

1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Oscar de la Renta Black Velvet beaded Gown, Halter Top Bodice 6
Oscar de la Renta Black Velvet beaded Gown, Halter Top Bodice 6

Oscar de la Renta Black Velvet beaded Gown, Halter Top Bodice 6

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a sexy evening gown from Oscar de la Renta. It is made of black velvet and has a fully beaded bodice. It is a halter style top, that crosses in the back. The skirt is slit up...

Category

20th Century American Evening Gowns

UNWORN Christian Dior by John Galliano Deep Cleavage Laceup Silk Dress 4
UNWORN Christian Dior by John Galliano Deep Cleavage Laceup Silk Dress 4

UNWORN Christian Dior by John Galliano Deep Cleavage Laceup Silk Dress 4

By Christian Dior, John Galliano for 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...

Category

Early 2000s French Cocktail Dresses

1980s Marc Laurent Paris Black Leather Avant Garde 80s Jacket + Mini Skirt Suit
1980s Marc Laurent Paris Black Leather Avant Garde 80s Jacket + Mini Skirt Suit

1980s Marc Laurent Paris Black Leather Avant Garde 80s Jacket + Mini Skirt Suit

Located in San Diego, CA

Avant Garde 1980s MARC LAURENT of Paris black leather jacket and mini skirt ensemble! Jacket features dolman sleeves with a clinched wasp waist. Detachable matching leather belt. Sha...

Category

1980s French Skirt Suits

Alexander McQueen S/S 2004 “Deliverance” Corset Silk Evening Dress
Alexander McQueen S/S 2004 “Deliverance” Corset Silk Evening Dress

Alexander McQueen S/S 2004 “Deliverance” Corset Silk Evening Dress

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Dubai, AE

Rare black silk evening gown from Alexander McQueen’s Spring–Summer 2004 “Deliverance” collection. Designed with a structured corset-style bodice, mesh and tulle detailing, and a flu...

Category

Early 2000s Evening Dresses

Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Fall 2002 Lace Blouse + Skirt
Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Fall 2002 Lace Blouse + Skirt

Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Fall 2002 Lace Blouse + Skirt

By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche

Located in Montgomery, TX

Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Skirt Set F/W 2002 Collection Color - Black. Lace Puff-Sleeve Blouse with Silk Ribbons. Fabric is stretch. Skirt - Silk and Wool (90% wool, 10% Cashme...

Category

Early 2000s French Skirt Suits

Thierry Mugler SS 1986 Dramatic Sculptural Black Suede Jacket
Thierry Mugler SS 1986 Dramatic Sculptural Black Suede Jacket

Thierry Mugler SS 1986 Dramatic Sculptural Black Suede Jacket

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Berlin, BE

A fitted waist, plunging décolletage and sculptural shoulders give this Thierry Mugler Spring/Summer 1986 suede leather jacket its unmistakable sense of drama. The silhouette is pure...

Category

1980s European Jackets

2001 Ralph Lauren Collection Runway Paisley Velvet Maxi Dress
2001 Ralph Lauren Collection Runway Paisley Velvet Maxi Dress

2001 Ralph Lauren Collection Runway Paisley Velvet Maxi Dress

By Ralph Lauren

Located in London, GB

This beautiful gown was designed for Ralph Lauren’s Fall 2001 Collection - the House's most luxurious runway line with its sumptuous purple label. On the runway the brand showed a ma...

Category

Early 2000s American Evening Dresses

Burgundy leather shoulder bag CHANEL Limited Edition PNY 2006 Numbered
Burgundy leather shoulder bag CHANEL Limited Edition PNY 2006 Numbered

Burgundy leather shoulder bag CHANEL Limited Edition PNY 2006 Numbered

By Chanel

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Burgundy leather shoulder bag. Clasp to middle front. Pocket on both outside side with gather. One inside pocket with zip closure. Satin lining. Numbered : 10915445 + Authenticity ca...

Category

Early 2000s French Shoulder Bags

Halston 1970s Documented Beaded Dress
Halston 1970s Documented Beaded Dress

Halston 1970s Documented Beaded Dress

By Halston

Located in Water Mill, NY

Featured in "Halston: An American Original" by Elaine Gross and Red Rottham, this beautiful sleeveless off white silk dress from Halston is completely adorned in horizontal rows of e...

Category

1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1990s Vintage Tadashi Shoji White 90s Grecian Dress w/ Rhinestones + Pearl
1990s Vintage Tadashi Shoji White 90s Grecian Dress w/ Rhinestones + Pearl

1990s Vintage Tadashi Shoji White 90s Grecian Dress w/ Rhinestones + Pearl

By Tadashi Shoji

Located in San Diego, CA

Sexy vintage Tadashi Shoji white dress! Avant Garde style, with cut-outs at bust (on front and back). Attached rhinestone brooch at bust, encrusted with an oversized pearl dangling f...

Category

1990s American Evening Gowns

Christian Dior Y2K Brown & Cream Pony Hair Shoulder Bag
Christian Dior Y2K Brown & Cream Pony Hair Shoulder Bag

Christian Dior Y2K Brown & Cream Pony Hair Shoulder Bag

By Christian Dior

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Introducing the Christian Dior Y2K Brown & Cream Pony Hair Shoulder Bag, a stunning accessory that embodies the essence of early 2000s fashion while remaining effortlessly chic. Circ...

Category

Early 2000s Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

Laura Ashley Batsheva 80s Sz 6 Purple Pink Avant Garde Vintage Floral Midi Dress
Laura Ashley Batsheva 80s Sz 6 Purple Pink Avant Garde Vintage Floral Midi Dress

Laura Ashley Batsheva 80s Sz 6 Purple Pink Avant Garde Vintage Floral Midi Dress

By Laura Ashley

Located in San Diego, CA

Rare and iconic early 1980s LAURA ASHLEY Batsheva Avant Garde purple, pink and green cotton midi dress! Features the signature Ashley floral print. Great double layer of ruffled slee...

Category

1980s British Cocktail Dresses

Gucci by Tom Ford F/W 2004 AD Runway Silk Black Plisse Cocktail Dress It. 38
Gucci by Tom Ford F/W 2004 AD Runway Silk Black Plisse Cocktail Dress It. 38

Gucci by Tom Ford F/W 2004 AD Runway Silk Black Plisse Cocktail Dress It. 38

By Tom Ford for Gucci

Located in Montgomery, TX

Tom Ford for Gucci Campaign Runway Silk Cocktail Black Dress F/W 2004 Collection Designer size 38 Sexy Black Silk Plisse Dress, Fully Lined, Stretch, Front Slit, Side Zip Closure. Ma...

Category

Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Dolce and Gabbana Spring 2014 Look 46 Black lace maxi dress
Dolce and Gabbana Spring 2014 Look 46 Black lace maxi dress

Dolce and Gabbana Spring 2014 Look 46 Black lace maxi dress

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in CANNES, FR

Dolce & Gabbana Spring/Summer 2014 Collection - Look 46 Black lace maxi dress with a bralette-style lining at the bodice. Italian size 42. (Composition label missing).

Category

2010s Maxi Dress

Get Updated with New Arrivals
Save "Rare Evening Gowns", and we’ll notify you when there are new listings in this category.

Rare Evening Gowns For Sale on 1stDibs

Find an extraordinary variety of rare evening gowns available on 1stDibs. If you’re looking for black rare evening gowns and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in gray, beige and more. Finding the perfect accessories for you may mean sifting through those that were made during different time periods — popular versions of these were made as early as the 18th Century and a newer one, made as recently as the 21st Century, can also be found on the site. Rare evening gowns such as these have likely been a part of the legacy of many fashion designers, but those produced by Gucci, Tom Ford and Yves Saint Laurent are consistently popular. When shopping for these accessories, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men or unisex today than there are for women.

How Much are Rare Evening Gowns?

Prices for rare evening gowns can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $1 and can go as high as $95,000, while these items, on average, fetch $1,807.

Finding the Right Evening-dresses for You

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.

Questions About Rare Evening Gowns

  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
    The difference between an evening dress and an evening gown is length. An evening gown is generally a full-length garment that falls between the ankles and the floor. An evening dress is a semi-formal or formal dress designed to be worn at night or on special occasions. Evening gowns are one type of evening dress, and you can also find examples with mini, knee-length and midi-length hemlines. Shop a wide range of evening gowns and other evening dresses on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
    There really isn't a difference between a cocktail gown and an evening gown. Both terms describe a full-length formal dress designed for evenings and special occasions. On the other hand, a cocktail dress or evening dress is a less formal garment that usually falls between just above and just below the knees and is suitable for evening wear. Explore a wide variety of cocktail dresses and evening gowns on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    The best color for an evening gown is a matter of preference. Evening gowns are popular in a variety of colors, including black, red, purple, green, blue, pink and more. 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.

Read More

Barbra Streisand Channeled Klimt’s ‘Woman in Gold’ in This Shimmering Dress

Costumer to the stars Ray Aghayan brought the famed painting to life with his spectacular design.

A Chanel Obsessive’s Cache Extends Well beyond Her Walk-In Closet

From handbags and heels to jackets and jewels, Sharon Coplan Hurowitz has a deep admiration for (and collection of) all things Chanel.

Behind the 1970s and ’80s Glam of ‘Halston’ with the Hit Show’s Costume Designer

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!)

A Short History of Capri Pants, on the 100th Birthday of Their Inventor

Once considered a controversial item of clothing, fashion designer Sonja de Lennart's creation is now a bona fide classic.

How the Chanel Jacket Forever Changed What Women Wear

The classic tweed garment has been a wardrobe staple of chic women around the world since the 1950s.

A Pair of Shoes — Heels or Flats — Can Tell an Impactful Story

Amanda Benchley and Bridget Moynahan teamed up to explore the relationship between powerful women and their most significant footwear.

You Saw It at the Met Ball. Here’s What Camp Fashion Is Really About

This year's Costume Institute exhibition is all about embracing the eccentric.

The V&A Takes a Fresh Look at the New Look’s Pioneering Progenitor, Christian Dior

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.