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Rare Alexander McQueen x Sarah Burton SS 2022 crystal embellished org €27900
Rare Alexander McQueen x Sarah Burton SS 2022 crystal embellished org €27900

Rare Alexander McQueen x Sarah Burton SS 2022 crystal embellished org €27900

By Alexander McQueen

Located in KRAKÓW, PL

Alexander McQueen returned to their London roots with a show for the books. Org price €27900!! Extremely rare Alexander McQueen chandelier dress - only a few were made!! CRYSTAL em...

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2010s Evening Dresses

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 dress is beautifully constructed and reminds of an abstract flower, FW 1989/90 HIVE...

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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

In the electrifying world of Thierry Mugler, fashion was never just about dressing - it was an act of transformation. And in his Fall/Winter 1988/89 Les Infernales (She Devils) Colle...

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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Rare Kate Moss for Topshop 2014 Silver Metallic Fringe Mini Dress Celebrity-Worn
Rare Kate Moss for Topshop 2014 Silver Metallic Fringe Mini Dress Celebrity-Worn

Rare Kate Moss for Topshop 2014 Silver Metallic Fringe Mini Dress Celebrity-Worn

Located in NICE, FR

A spectacular archival piece from the Kate Moss for Topshop Spring/Summer 2014 collection, the celebrated collaboration that marked Moss’s return to Topshop after a four-year hiatus....

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2010s Evening Dresses

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

There is something almost ceremonial about this Thierry Mugler Spring/Summer 1988 Été Africain Collection dress - a piece that doesn’t merely clothe the body, but consecrates it. Cut...

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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Comme des Garcons Rare "Limited Edition" Black Deconstructed Embroidered Dress
Comme des Garcons Rare "Limited Edition" Black Deconstructed Embroidered Dress

Comme des Garcons Rare "Limited Edition" Black Deconstructed Embroidered Dress

By Comme des Garçons

Located in New York, NY

Comme des Garcons "Limited Edition" "Masterpiece" black Deconstructed dress/top accented with hand-embroidered top stitching throughout. Made of lightweight black spring wool, th...

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1990s Japanese Evening Dresses and Gowns

ISSEY MIYAKE 1980's Vintage deconstructed 3 sleeves striped sweater dress M Rare
ISSEY MIYAKE 1980's Vintage deconstructed 3 sleeves striped sweater dress M Rare

ISSEY MIYAKE 1980's Vintage deconstructed 3 sleeves striped sweater dress M Rare

By Issey Miyake

Located in Hong Kong, NT

ISSEY MIYAKE 1980's Vintage deconstructed 3 sleeves striped sweater dress M Rare Reference: CRTI/A00521 Brand: Issey Miyake Collection: 1980s Material: Wool Color: Purple Pattern: St...

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1980s Japanese Evening 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 sides. Cotton sangallo frills and satin ribbons. Silk lining. Zip at the back. The c...

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Yearick Hand Beaded Bronze and Black Bugle Bead & Sequin Tank Dress Rare Size 18
Yearick Hand Beaded Bronze and Black Bugle Bead & Sequin Tank Dress Rare Size 18

Yearick Hand Beaded Bronze and Black Bugle Bead & Sequin Tank Dress Rare Size 18

By Stephen Yearick

Located in Palm Desert, CA

It’s rare to find a hand beaded gown by a leading New York designer in larger size. This gown was specially ordered in size 18. This luxe, timeless gown was never worn. Yearick label...

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1990s Singaporean Evening Dresses

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" Collection encapsulates the designer’s forward-thinking vision, blending avant-garde ...

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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Epic Thierry Mugler FW1986 Silver Metallic Liquid Silky Goddess Dress Rare
Epic Thierry Mugler FW1986 Silver Metallic Liquid Silky Goddess Dress Rare

Epic Thierry Mugler FW1986 Silver Metallic Liquid Silky Goddess Dress Rare

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Berlin, BE

This Epic Goddess Dress is everything. Extremely rare Thierry Mugler creation, FW 1986 Collection. Liquid silky silver metallic dream in the most stunning fitted shape. Deep wavy V-...

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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

Futuristic designer Issey Miyake has mastered the technique of creating sculptural works of art in cloth. His innovative pattern cutting and signature use of micro pleating give his ...

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1990s Japanese Evening Dresses and Gowns

Iconic Rare ISSEY MIYAKE PLEATS PLEASE Scorpio Dress Black Sculptural Dramatic
Iconic Rare ISSEY MIYAKE PLEATS PLEASE Scorpio Dress Black Sculptural Dramatic

Iconic Rare ISSEY MIYAKE PLEATS PLEASE Scorpio Dress Black Sculptural Dramatic

By Pleats Please, Issey Miyake

Located in Berlin, BE

Breathtaking ISSEY MIYAKE Design! Can't get over this beautiful construction! The Pleats Please Scorpio Dress. It's fascinating to me how something made of soft, liquid feeling fabri...

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Early 2000s Japanese Evening Dresses and 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 Elbaz Zipper closure on the back 70% polyester 30% nylon

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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Rare Fendi by Karl Lagerfeld Original Runway DressThe Great Wall of China 2008
Rare Fendi by Karl Lagerfeld Original Runway DressThe Great Wall of China 2008

Rare Fendi by Karl Lagerfeld Original Runway DressThe Great Wall of China 2008

By Fendi, Karl Lagerfeld for Fendi

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Fendi ensemble boasts a provenance as part of Fendi’s historic runway presentation staged along the Great Wall of China — one of the most memorable fashion events of the decade....

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Early 2000s Evening Dresses

Rare Chanel Haute Couture F/W 1995 Green Bianchini Silk Lesage Beaded Dress
Rare Chanel Haute Couture F/W 1995 Green Bianchini Silk Lesage Beaded Dress

Rare Chanel Haute Couture F/W 1995 Green Bianchini Silk Lesage Beaded Dress

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel

Located in Jersey City, NJ

A rare Chanel Haute Couture dress from Karl Lagerfeld’s Autumn/Winter 1995–1996 collection - an extraordinary piece of 1990s couture history. Worn on the runway by Trish Goff, this l...

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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

1920s French Art Deco Gold & Black Harlequin Sequin Dancing Dress--Ultra Rare!
1920s French Art Deco Gold & Black Harlequin Sequin Dancing Dress--Ultra Rare!

1920s French Art Deco Gold & Black Harlequin Sequin Dancing Dress--Ultra Rare!

Located in Gresham, OR

A truly spectacular 1920s French-made Art Deco styled harlequin patterned sequin dancing dress in gold and black. Very full skirt with dropped, banded waist for lots of movement. Dia...

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1920s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Rare Versace Betty Boop Dress
Rare Versace Betty Boop Dress

Rare Versace Betty Boop Dress

By Versace, Gianni Versace

Located in Bressanone, Trentino-Alto Adige

Rare 90s Versace Betty Boop blue dress, size 42 IT. Condition: Really good.

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1990s Aesthetic Evening Dresses

New Rare Gucci Runway Ad Silk Dress S/S 2013 Sz 38 $3499
New Rare Gucci Runway Ad Silk Dress S/S 2013 Sz 38 $3499

New Rare Gucci Runway Ad Silk Dress S/S 2013 Sz 38 $3499

By Gucci

Located in Conroe, TX

Gucci Spring/Summer 2013 New Without Tags Stunning Runway Silk Dress $3499 Italian Sz 38 Pink and White Mini dress with Abstract Print Throughout Zip Closure at Back Two Front Cover...

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2010s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

New Rare Salvatore Ferragamo Red Silk Dress F/W 2018  With Tags $3200 Sz 40
New Rare Salvatore Ferragamo Red Silk Dress F/W 2018  With Tags $3200 Sz 40

New Rare Salvatore Ferragamo Red Silk Dress F/W 2018 With Tags $3200 Sz 40

By Salvatore Ferragamo

Located in Conroe, TX

Salvatore Ferragamo Brand New With Tags F/W 2018 * Retail $3200 * Stunning Deep Red Wine * IT 40. This is Square Shaped. Easily fits sizes 2-10 U.S. The Belt Gathers the Dress Per ...

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2010s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Rare Comme Des Garcons Runway 2019 Dress Artwork By baanai NEW S
Rare Comme Des Garcons Runway 2019 Dress Artwork By baanai NEW S

Rare Comme Des Garcons Runway 2019 Dress Artwork By baanai NEW S

By Comme des Garçons

Located in New York, NY

Comme Des Garcons Runway 2018 Dress Artwork By baanai Size S Chains NOT INCLUDED .Only dress is for sale Made in Japan Dress print is labeled as Artwork By baanai FINAL SALE

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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses and Gowns

New $4400 Rare Fendi Karl Lagerfeld Control Burned Edge Dress 2011 Size 38
New $4400 Rare Fendi Karl Lagerfeld Control Burned Edge Dress 2011 Size 38

New $4400 Rare Fendi Karl Lagerfeld Control Burned Edge Dress 2011 Size 38

By Fendi

Located in Conroe, TX

Fendi Karl Lagerfeld Brand New W/ Tags S/S 2011 Oversized Size IT 38 * Retail $4400 * See Karl Lagerfeld Hand drawn Sketch for this Collection By Hand Controlled Burned Edging *Thre...

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2010s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Rare! S/S 2000 Gucci by Tom Ford Grey Snake Print Asymmetric One Sleeve Dress
Rare! S/S 2000 Gucci by Tom Ford Grey Snake Print Asymmetric One Sleeve Dress

Rare! S/S 2000 Gucci by Tom Ford Grey Snake Print Asymmetric One Sleeve Dress

By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci

Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ

Rare! S/S 2000 Gucci by Tom Ford Grey Snake Print Asymmetric One Sleeve Dress Gucci by Tom Ford Designer: Tom Ford Collection: Spring/Summer 2000 RTW Made in Italy. Model Caroline Ri...

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

New Rare Salvatore Ferragamo Red Silk Dress F/W 2018  With Tags $3200 Sz 42
New Rare Salvatore Ferragamo Red Silk Dress F/W 2018  With Tags $3200 Sz 42

New Rare Salvatore Ferragamo Red Silk Dress F/W 2018 With Tags $3200 Sz 42

By Salvatore Ferragamo

Located in Conroe, TX

Salvatore Ferragamo Brand New With Tags F/W 2018 * Retail $3200 * Stunning Deep Red Wine * IT 42. This is Square Shaped. Easily fits sizes 2-12 U.S. The Belt Gathers the Dress Per ...

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2010s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Rare Halston Cashmere Red Maxi dress
Rare Halston Cashmere Red Maxi dress

Rare Halston Cashmere Red Maxi dress

$1,485Sale Price|29% Off

Rare Halston Cashmere Red Maxi dress

By Halston

Located in New York, NY

This True American classic! Rare Halston Cashmere in American Red. The back shoulder-to-shoulder measures 12 inches, the sleeves are 9 1/2 inches, and the circumference is 7 inches. ...

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1970s American Cocktail Dresses

Super rare Christian Dior couture vintage dress, 1950’s
Super rare Christian Dior couture vintage dress, 1950’s

Super rare Christian Dior couture vintage dress, 1950’s

By Christian Dior

Located in New York, NY

Super rare Christian Dior couture vintage dress Truly a collector’s item The dress is made of silky fabric with a small floral print. It has a corset at the waist and a full pettic...

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1950s English Cocktail Dresses

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 has a draped bodice with a deep plunging V neckline and an elongated hood that falls ...

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1980s Italian Cocktail Dresses

rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE SS2023 Runway silver mirror mini dress
rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE SS2023 Runway silver mirror mini dress

rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE SS2023 Runway silver mirror mini dress

By Alexandre Vauthier

Located in Hong Kong, NT

rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE SS2023 Runway silver mirror shard paillettes mini dress Reference: TGAS/F00763 Brand: Alexandre Vauthier Designer: Alexandre Vauthier Collection: Spri...

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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

Rare Maison Margiela John Galliano 2016 Iridescent Sequin Halter dress
Rare Maison Margiela John Galliano 2016 Iridescent Sequin Halter dress

Rare Maison Margiela John Galliano 2016 Iridescent Sequin Halter dress

By Maison Martin Margiela

Located in PARIS, FR

An exceptional early John Galliano creation for Maison Margiela, preserved in pristine unworn condition with its original boutique tags. Created during Galliano's first collections f...

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2010s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses

SHANGHAI TANG Graphic Pop Art Cheongsam Rare Y2K Collector Piece 4
SHANGHAI TANG Graphic Pop Art Cheongsam Rare Y2K Collector Piece 4

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...

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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Dresses

rare COMME DES GARCONS 2009 Runway black patchwork mini skirt
rare COMME DES GARCONS 2009 Runway black patchwork mini skirt

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...

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Cocktail Dresses

KaufmanFranco Rare Black Modernist Sequin and Leather Cocktail Dress Size
KaufmanFranco Rare Black Modernist Sequin and Leather Cocktail Dress Size

KaufmanFranco Rare Black Modernist Sequin and Leather Cocktail Dress Size

By KaufmanFranco

Located in Palm Desert, CA

Fit for a fashion Rock Star! KaufmanFranco made the most modern sexiest, unique glam "little black dress". This one happens to be a $7000 retail "work of art" and worth every penny. ...

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2010s American Cocktail Dresses

rare LOUIS VUITTON pink brown sequins embroidery anglais dress FR34 XS
rare LOUIS VUITTON pink brown sequins embroidery anglais dress FR34 XS

rare LOUIS VUITTON pink brown sequins embroidery anglais dress FR34 XS

By Louis Vuitton, Marc Jacobs

Located in Hong Kong, NT

rare LOUIS VUITTON pink brown colorblock sequins embroidery anglais dress FR34 XS Reference: MECG/A00033 Brand: Louis Vuitton Designer: Marc Jacobs As seen on: Chiara Ferragni Materi...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Cocktail Dresses

Rare CHANEL Deep Cleavage Black Crochet Knit Midi Cocktail Dress LBD 38
Rare CHANEL Deep Cleavage Black Crochet Knit Midi Cocktail Dress LBD 38

Rare CHANEL Deep Cleavage Black Crochet Knit Midi Cocktail Dress LBD 38

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel

Located in Switzerland, CH

Lovely interpretation of the timeless Chanel classic little black dress A true Chanel signature piece that will last for many years Bodyhugging fit with a sexy deep cleavage So versa...

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Early 2000s French Cocktail Dresses

Dolce & Gabbana Black Beaded Lace Slip Dress – 1990s Collection RARE
Dolce & Gabbana Black Beaded Lace Slip Dress – 1990s Collection RARE

Dolce & Gabbana Black Beaded Lace Slip Dress – 1990s Collection RARE

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Dallas, TX

Dolce & Gabbana Black Beaded Lace Slip Dress – 1990s Collection Extremely rare. Excellent condition. This exquisite Dolce & Gabbana slip dress is a dazzling example of the ...

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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE oversized mixed fur puff sleeve pencil dress
rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE oversized mixed fur puff sleeve pencil dress

rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE oversized mixed fur puff sleeve pencil dress

By Alexandre Vauthier

Located in Hong Kong, NT

rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE 2015 Runway black oversized mixed fur puff sleeve pencil dress Reference: TGAS/F00807 Brand: Alexandre Vauthier Designer: Alexandre Vauthier Collectio...

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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

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

rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE AW2018 Runway strass crystal one shoulder dress
rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE AW2018 Runway strass crystal one shoulder dress

rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE AW2018 Runway strass crystal one shoulder dress

By Alexandre Vauthier

Located in Hong Kong, NT

rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE AW2018 Runway orange strass crystal one shoulder dress Reference: TGAS/F00859 Brand: Alexandre Vauthier Designer: Alexandre Vauthier Collection: Fall ...

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2010s Cocktail Dresses

Rare Vintage Moroccan Black and Gold Floral Silk Damask Caftan
Rare Vintage Moroccan Black and Gold Floral Silk Damask Caftan

Rare Vintage Moroccan Black and Gold Floral Silk Damask Caftan

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

This rare, one-of-a-kind Moroccan ceremonial gown embodies the artistry and sophistication of traditional North African couture, combining exquisite textile craftsmanship with a time...

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Early 20th Century Moroccan Caftans

Moschino Rare Teddy Valley of the Dolls - Runway Dress
Moschino Rare Teddy Valley of the Dolls - Runway Dress

Moschino Rare Teddy Valley of the Dolls - Runway Dress

By Moschino Couture

Located in Iba, PH

Moschino RTW Spring 2017, Valley of the Dolls. One of Jeremy Scott's collection of life-size paper doll clothes. The trend has taken hold in a major way the season. Runway look #19....

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Aesthetic Evening Dresses

rare ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2008 God Save The Queen Elizabeth strapless dress IT40 S
rare ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2008 God Save The Queen Elizabeth strapless dress IT40 S

rare ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2008 God Save The Queen Elizabeth strapless dress IT40 S

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Hong Kong, NT

Silk-screen print of Queen Elizabeth II Union Jack collage print. A strapless silk evening dress with a fitted bodice and bubble skirt.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

Dolce & Gabbana x D&G Insane Rare Ruffled Silk Dress 00s era
Dolce & Gabbana x D&G Insane Rare Ruffled Silk Dress 00s era

Dolce & Gabbana x D&G Insane Rare Ruffled Silk Dress 00s era

By D&G by DOLCE & GABBANA

Located in Roma, IT

This sophisticated bodycon cocktail dress from the D&G Dolce & Gabbana line dates back to the early 2000s (Y2K era). It perfectly embodies the brand’s signature blend of Italian tail...

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Early 2000s Cocktail Dresses

rare JUNYA WATANABE 1999 Vintage grey tweed convertible blazer dress look S
rare JUNYA WATANABE 1999 Vintage grey tweed convertible blazer dress look S

rare JUNYA WATANABE 1999 Vintage grey tweed convertible blazer dress look S

By Junya Watanabe

Located in Hong Kong, NT

rare JUNYA WATANABE 1999 Vintage grey tweed convertible blazer dress look S Reference: CRTI/A00745 Brand: Junya Watanabe Designer: Junya Watanabe Collection: AW 1999 - Runway Materia...

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1990s Japanese Cocktail Dresses

Bill Blass Spring 1991 Vintage Black Silk Lace Cocktail Dress Rare Vintage
Bill Blass Spring 1991 Vintage Black Silk Lace Cocktail Dress Rare Vintage

Bill Blass Spring 1991 Vintage Black Silk Lace Cocktail Dress Rare Vintage

By Bill Blass

Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL

Authentic, preowned Bill Blass black silk and lace cocktail dress from the designer's celebrated Spring 1991 Ready-to-Wear collection, presented on the runway on October 29, 1990. A...

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1990s American Cocktail Dresses

NEW Missoni Rare Belted Cape Dress Peek-a-boo neckline & Lace Trimming S
NEW Missoni Rare Belted Cape Dress Peek-a-boo neckline & Lace Trimming S

NEW Missoni Rare Belted Cape Dress Peek-a-boo neckline & Lace Trimming S

By Missoni

Located in Switzerland, CH

Angela Missoni's tactful approach to color, style and texture never ceases to amaze season after season. Decorated with lace trimmings, this rare Missoni cape dress is made from the ...

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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Rare 1970s Townley Blue + White Paisley Flower Print Vintage 70s Dress
Rare 1970s Townley Blue + White Paisley Flower Print Vintage 70s Dress

Rare 1970s Townley Blue + White Paisley Flower Print Vintage 70s Dress

By Townley, Neiman Marcus

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful and rare late 70s TOWNLEY for NEIMAN MARCUS blue and white paisley flower print Avant Garde silk dress! While Townley was recognized as the manufacturer of Claire McCardell...

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1970s American Cocktail Dresses

rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE strass crystal cut out asymmetric drape dress
rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE strass crystal cut out asymmetric drape dress

rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE strass crystal cut out asymmetric drape dress

By Alexandre Vauthier

Located in Hong Kong, NT

rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE SS2022 Runway green strass crystal cut out asymmetric drape dress Reference: TGAS/F00710 Brand: Alexandre Vauthier Designer: Alexandre Vauthier Collec...

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2010s Cocktail Dresses

Talbot Runhof Celebrity Owned Black Guipure Lace Sequin Dress, Rare. Size 10
Talbot Runhof Celebrity Owned Black Guipure Lace Sequin Dress, Rare. Size 10

Talbot Runhof Celebrity Owned Black Guipure Lace Sequin Dress, Rare. Size 10

By Talbot Runhof

Located in Palm Desert, CA

Key products and styles Main focus: The brand is best known for its glamorous, red carpet-ready gowns and evening dresses. Other products: They also create elegant cocktail dresses, ...

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2010s German Cocktail Dresses

rare ROMEO GIGLI Vintage black wool blend crinkled dress sheer shawl IT42 M
rare ROMEO GIGLI Vintage black wool blend crinkled dress sheer shawl IT42 M

rare ROMEO GIGLI Vintage black wool blend crinkled dress sheer shawl IT42 M

By Romeo Gigli

Located in Hong Kong, NT

rare ROMEO GIGLI Vintage black wool blend crinkled dress sheer shawl IT42 M Reference: TGAS/E00346 Brand: Romeo Gigli Material: Virgin Wool, Blend Color: Black Pattern: Solid Closure...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

NWT 2009 Rare Vintage Versace Black Crystal Embellished Dress Italian 40
NWT 2009 Rare Vintage Versace Black Crystal Embellished Dress Italian 40

NWT 2009 Rare Vintage Versace Black Crystal Embellished Dress Italian 40

By Versace

Located in Montgomery, TX

VERSACE S/S 2009 Bringing Versace’s inimitable appeal to evening wear this black dress showcases glimmering hearts. Silk, Crystals IT Size 40 - US 4 Made in Italy Brand new, with tags.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

rare PRADA 2019 Runway Floral Print Cascade Rosette applique dress IT38 XS
rare PRADA 2019 Runway Floral Print Cascade Rosette applique dress IT38 XS

rare PRADA 2019 Runway Floral Print Cascade Rosette applique dress IT38 XS

By Miuccia Prada, Prada

Located in Hong Kong, NT

rare PRADA 2019 Runway Floral Print Cascade Rosette multicolor satin bow applique dress IT38 XS Reference: TGAS/F00221 Brand: Prada Designer: Miuccia Prada Model: Floral Print Cascad...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

rare JEAN PAUL GAULTIER MAILLE 1997 Vintage Runway tromp loeil body sheer dress
rare JEAN PAUL GAULTIER MAILLE 1997 Vintage Runway tromp loeil body sheer dress

rare JEAN PAUL GAULTIER MAILLE 1997 Vintage Runway tromp loeil body sheer dress

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in Hong Kong, NT

rare JEAN PAUL GAULTIER MAILLE 1997 Vintage Runway tromp loeil body sheer dress Reference: TGAS/D00726 Brand: Jean Paul Gaultier Collection: MAILLE S/S 1997 - Runway Material: Polyam...

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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

rare BOTTEGA VENETA 2022 Runway sequin nipple feather trim slip dress IT36 XXS
rare BOTTEGA VENETA 2022 Runway sequin nipple feather trim slip dress IT36 XXS

rare BOTTEGA VENETA 2022 Runway sequin nipple feather trim slip dress IT36 XXS

By Bottega Veneta

Located in Hong Kong, NT

rare BOTTEGA VENETA 2022 Runway nude sequin nipple feather trim slip dress IT36 XXS Reference: TGAS/G00434 Brand: Bottega Veneta Designer: Matthieu Blazy Model: Sequin Lumiere Plumag...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

Beautiful Rare Archival Thierry Mugler SS 1988 Sexy Silk Cocktail Dress
Beautiful Rare Archival Thierry Mugler SS 1988 Sexy Silk Cocktail Dress

Beautiful Rare Archival Thierry Mugler SS 1988 Sexy Silk Cocktail Dress

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Berlin, BE

In this extraordinary showstopper dress, legend Manfred Thierry Mugler treats the female body as something to be composed. A high collar frames the neck, while the torso is cut with ...

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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

Rare 1990s Vintage Jean Paul Gaultier " Tarzan & Jane " Leopard Dress
Rare 1990s Vintage Jean Paul Gaultier " Tarzan & Jane " Leopard Dress

Rare 1990s Vintage Jean Paul Gaultier " Tarzan & Jane " Leopard Dress

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in San Diego, CA

Super rare, "Tarzan and Jane" leopard print dress, Amazing attention to detail. Can be worn with straps, or strapless. In great condition. Made in Italy. Marked size small, but can f...

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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

NÖR Denmark Abstract Vegan Leather Panel Jersey Midi Dress size 2 Black RARE
NÖR Denmark Abstract Vegan Leather Panel Jersey Midi Dress size 2 Black RARE

NÖR Denmark Abstract Vegan Leather Panel Jersey Midi Dress size 2 Black RARE

Located in San Diego, CA

NÖR Denmark Faux Leather Panel Midi Dress tagged size 2 A perfect blend of Scandinavian minimalism and edgy, high-end design. Crafted from a comfortable black jersey, this piece fe...

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2010s Turkish Informal Dresses

Rare Vintage Adam Beall Black + Red Strapless Silk ' Pouf ' Dress
Rare Vintage Adam Beall Black + Red Strapless Silk ' Pouf ' Dress

Rare Vintage Adam Beall Black + Red Strapless Silk ' Pouf ' Dress

By Adam Beall

Located in San Diego, CA

Amazing and RARE! Vintage mid 1980s Adam Beall dress! Black silk , with red silk peek-a-boo bits at back skirt, and hem. Avant Garde shape, that is extremely flattering! Beall was a ...

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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

rare RODARTE 2017 halter ruffled panel lace cream beige midi dress US2 XS
rare RODARTE 2017 halter ruffled panel lace cream beige midi dress US2 XS

rare RODARTE 2017 halter ruffled panel lace cream beige midi dress US2 XS

By Rodarte

Located in Hong Kong, NT

rare RODARTE 2017 halter ruffled panel lace cream beige midi dress US2 XS Reference: MELK/A00700 Brand: Rodarte Collection: 2017 Material: Silk, Blend Color: Beige, White Pattern: La...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Dresses

rare DOLCE GABBANA 2013 Runway gold Byzantine mosaic stain glass dress IT36 XXS
rare DOLCE GABBANA 2013 Runway gold Byzantine mosaic stain glass dress IT36 XXS

rare DOLCE GABBANA 2013 Runway gold Byzantine mosaic stain glass dress IT36 XXS

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Hong Kong, NT

rare DOLCE GABBANA 2013 Runway gold Byzantine mosaic stain glass dress IT36 XXS Reference: TGAS/G00113 Brand: Dolce Gabbana Model: Byzantine Mosaic Print Strapless Dress Collection: ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

Paco Rabanne Rare Rhodoïd One-off Dress, Circa 1960/70s
Paco Rabanne Rare Rhodoïd One-off Dress, Circa 1960/70s

Paco Rabanne Rare Rhodoïd One-off Dress, Circa 1960/70s

By Paco Rabanne

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Paco Rabanne - One-off dress, composed of rhodoïd chips and gauffered ribbons. Circa 1960/70s. No composition or size tag, it fits a size 36FR. Additional information: Dimensions:...

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1960s French Day Dresses

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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.

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