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Iconic Thierry Mugler Gold Sequin Showstopper Evening Gown
Iconic Thierry Mugler Gold Sequin Showstopper Evening Gown

Iconic Thierry Mugler Gold Sequin Showstopper Evening Gown

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Berlin, BE

This museum worthy extremely rare Thierry Mugler evening gown is pure liquid glamour: a molten cascade of gold sequins sculpted over the body with the unmistakable drama, precision, ...

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1990s French Evening Dresses

New Limited Edition Schiaparelli Timeless  Evening Gown
New Limited Edition Schiaparelli Timeless  Evening Gown

New Limited Edition Schiaparelli Timeless Evening Gown

By Schiaparelli

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Schiaparelli rare limited edition bias cut gown from the 2021 collection by Daniel Roseberry.

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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Gowns

Louis Vuitton Grecian Oatmeal Beige Pleated Evening Gown
Louis Vuitton Grecian Oatmeal Beige Pleated Evening Gown

Louis Vuitton Grecian Oatmeal Beige Pleated Evening Gown

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Jersey City, NJ

Absolutely stunning and rare Louis Vuitton Grecian-inspired gown, crafted in a beautiful soft beige viscose with an elegant fluid drape.

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2010s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

UNWORN Rare Gucci by Tom Ford SS 1996 Black Lace Mini Dress Gown 38
UNWORN Rare Gucci by Tom Ford SS 1996 Black Lace Mini Dress Gown 38

UNWORN Rare Gucci by Tom Ford SS 1996 Black Lace Mini Dress Gown 38

By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci

Located in Switzerland, CH

Stunning Gucci by Tom Ford lace dress From his SS 1996 collection for Gucci Finest black lace Fully lined with nude silk Made in Italy Dry Clean Only Size 38 Seen in the AD campaig...

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1990s Italian Mini Dress

1988 Romeo Gigli black tulle gown with asymmetrical shoulder
1988 Romeo Gigli black tulle gown with asymmetrical shoulder

1988 Romeo Gigli black tulle gown with asymmetrical shoulder

By Romeo Gigli

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Extremely rare black tulle evening gown designed by Romeo Gigli for his Fall/Winter 1988 collection.

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1980s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage John Galliano Black Lace Bias-Cut Gown, 2007
Vintage John Galliano Black Lace Bias-Cut Gown, 2007

Vintage John Galliano Black Lace Bias-Cut Gown, 2007

By John Galliano

Located in Montgomery, TX

Vintage John Galliano Black Lace Bias-Cut Gown, 2007 Ethereal and unapologetically sensual, this rare Galliano gown from Spring 2007 captures the designer’s signature tension betwee...

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses

MUGLER FW 1998 Lingerie Revisited Gown Sheer Iconic Dress
MUGLER FW 1998 Lingerie Revisited Gown Sheer Iconic Dress

MUGLER FW 1998 Lingerie Revisited Gown Sheer Iconic Dress

By Mugler

Located in Berlin, BE

Stunning extremely rare MUGLER gown - FW 1998 'Lingerie Revisited / Helmut Newton' Collection - charged with seduction and kinetic electricity.

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses

2008 Vintage Versace Violet Silk Chiffon Dress Gown NWT
2008 Vintage Versace Violet Silk Chiffon Dress Gown NWT

2008 Vintage Versace Violet Silk Chiffon Dress Gown NWT

By Versace

Located in Montgomery, TX

VERSACE GOWN FW 2008 Size: IT 44 (US 8 approx.) Condition: Pristine, New with Tags Original Retail back in 2008: Over $18,000 A breathtaking piece of fashion history, this rare arc...

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Gowns

Roberto Cavalli Navy Floor Length Gown With Train - Early 2000s
Roberto Cavalli Navy Floor Length Gown With Train - Early 2000s

Roberto Cavalli Navy Floor Length Gown With Train - Early 2000s

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in London, GB

A rare and exceptionally constructed archive gown from Roberto Cavalli, dating to the early 2000s and representing the house at its most refined.

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Gowns

Tan Giudicelli vintage bustier black couture gown, 1980s
Tan Giudicelli vintage bustier black couture gown, 1980s

Tan Giudicelli vintage bustier black couture gown, 1980s

By Tan Giudicelli

Located in New York, NY

In 1984, he found funding for his own ready-to-wear label. This amazing, very rare floor-length gown created from mesh, tulle and decorated with drapery and flowers.

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1980s French Evening Gowns

Chanel Haute Couture Lace Gown 1940s
Chanel Haute Couture Lace Gown 1940s

Chanel Haute Couture Lace Gown 1940s

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

This is a very rare vintage 1940s Chanel couture gown. Straight silhouette gown comprising a skirt and a blouse, delicate plunging backline decorated with a bow.

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1640s European Aesthetic Evening Dresses

MUGLER FW 1998 Lingerie Revisited Dress Sheer Iconic Runway Gown
MUGLER FW 1998 Lingerie Revisited Dress Sheer Iconic Runway Gown

MUGLER FW 1998 Lingerie Revisited Dress Sheer Iconic Runway Gown

By Mugler

Located in Berlin, BE

Stunning extremely rare MUGLER gown, FW 1998 'Lingerie Revisited / Helmut Newton' Collection - charged with seduction and kinetic electricity.

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and 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)

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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 OMO Norma Kamali, 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.

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1990s American 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...

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Gowns

Vintage 1982 Bob Mackie Red Fully Beaded Dress Gown size US 4
Vintage 1982 Bob Mackie Red Fully Beaded Dress Gown size US 4

Vintage 1982 Bob Mackie Red Fully Beaded Dress Gown size US 4

By Bob Mackie

Located in Montgomery, TX

An extraordinary and rare Bob Mackie evening gown from his 1982 collection, showcasing the designer’s legendary mastery of beadwork and dramatic glamour.

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1980s American 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...

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1960s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Versus by ANTHONY VACCARELLO Versace Black Backless Lion Long Evening Gown
Versus by ANTHONY VACCARELLO Versace Black Backless Lion Long Evening Gown

Versus by ANTHONY VACCARELLO Versace Black Backless Lion Long Evening Gown

By Anthony Vaccarello, Versus Versace

Located in PUTNEY, NSW

Versus by ANTHONY VACCARELLO RUNWAY rare sold out backless gown. Capsule collection with ANTHONY VACCARELLO A showstopper!

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2010s Italian Evening Dresses

Vintage 1982 Bob Mackie Red Fully Beaded Dress Gown size US 6
Vintage 1982 Bob Mackie Red Fully Beaded Dress Gown size US 6

Vintage 1982 Bob Mackie Red Fully Beaded Dress Gown size US 6

By Bob Mackie

Located in Montgomery, TX

An extraordinary and rare Bob Mackie evening gown from his 1982 collection, showcasing the designer’s legendary mastery of beadwork and dramatic glamour.

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1980s American Evening Dresses

Giorgio Armani Vintage Dress Hand Beaded Fleurette on Tulle Formal Gown 40
Giorgio Armani Vintage Dress Hand Beaded Fleurette on Tulle Formal Gown 40

Giorgio Armani Vintage Dress Hand Beaded Fleurette on Tulle Formal Gown 40

By Giorgio Armani

Located in Miami, FL

Mightychic offers a rare and vintage Giorgio Armani gown so divinely exquisite that it can take you from the Red Carpet to the White House.

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses

Vintage 1970s Lillie Rubin Blue Sequin Halter Disco Studio 54 Gown Maxi Dress 70
Vintage 1970s Lillie Rubin Blue Sequin Halter Disco Studio 54 Gown Maxi Dress 70

Vintage 1970s Lillie Rubin Blue Sequin Halter Disco Studio 54 Gown Maxi Dress 70

By Lillie Rubin

Located in San Diego, CA

SEO Keywords Vintage Lillie Rubin gown, 1970s disco dress, Studio 54 dress, blue sequin gown, paillette sequin dress, halter evening gown, open back gown, cowl neck dress, sapphire ...

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1970s American Evening Gowns

Rare 1940s Taffetas Silk Dress
Rare 1940s Taffetas Silk Dress

Rare 1940s Taffetas Silk Dress

Located in Paris, FR

Gorgeous 1940s peach pink silk dress featuring maxi length, fixed flounces on front bust & goes on back sleeves, bias cut with many tailoring details, maxi length. In good vintage c...

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1940s French Evening Dresses

Valentino Night Vintage Black Velvet & Lace Plunging Gown, c. 1980s–1990s US 6
Valentino Night Vintage Black Velvet & Lace Plunging Gown, c. 1980s–1990s US 6

Valentino Night Vintage Black Velvet & Lace Plunging Gown, c. 1980s–1990s US 6

By Valentino Night, Valentino Garavani

Located in Montgomery, TX

A rare and striking vintage evening gown from Valentino Night, rendered in sumptuous black velvet with exquisite lace detailing — a hallmark of the label’s more exclusive formalwear.

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1980s Italian Evening Dresses

Valentino 98 Vintage black embellished tassel backless sequin maxi dress gown
Valentino 98 Vintage black embellished tassel backless sequin maxi dress gown

Valentino 98 Vintage black embellished tassel backless sequin maxi dress gown

By Valentino

Located in Milano, Lombardia

LOVE LALI Vintage An incredibly rare black embellished gown from Valentino Spring/Summer 1998 Beautiful fine silk crepe that is cut on the bias, means that the dress drapes and moul...

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1990s Italian Evening Gowns

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.

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1990s French Cocktail Dresses

Oscar de la Renta Velvet Couture 1970 Sequin Ostrich Feather Gown (Vogue mag)
Oscar de la Renta Velvet Couture 1970 Sequin Ostrich Feather Gown (Vogue mag)

Oscar de la Renta Velvet Couture 1970 Sequin Ostrich Feather Gown (Vogue mag)

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in Kingston, NY

A true museum-worthy treasure, this 1970 Oscar de la Renta evening gown is a rare and dramatic example of the designer’s early couture legacy.

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1970s Italian Evening Dresses

ANDREW GROVES Demi Couture A/W 1998 "Ourselves Alone" Black Dress Gown
ANDREW GROVES Demi Couture A/W 1998 "Ourselves Alone" Black Dress Gown

ANDREW GROVES Demi Couture A/W 1998 "Ourselves Alone" Black Dress Gown

Located in Thiensville, WI

ANDREW GROVES Demi Couture A/W 1998 "Ourselves Alone" Black Dress Gown This INCREDIBLY RARE dress was designed by Andrew Groves, a Fashion Designer and Professior of Design for his ...

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1990s Evening Dresses

John Anthony Couture 1980s Black Velvet and Tulle One-of-a-Kind Gala Gown
John Anthony Couture 1980s Black Velvet and Tulle One-of-a-Kind Gala Gown

John Anthony Couture 1980s Black Velvet and Tulle One-of-a-Kind Gala Gown

By John Anthony

Located in Kingston, NY

Each piece was made-to-order, never mass-produced, rendering every gown a rare collectible work of art. This gown is couture at its most powerful: gala-ready, red carpet-worthy, and ...

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1980s American Evening Gowns

2009 Vintage Versace One Shoulder Blue Silk Dress Gown as Seen on Donatella 38
2009 Vintage Versace One Shoulder Blue Silk Dress Gown as Seen on Donatella 38

2009 Vintage Versace One Shoulder Blue Silk Dress Gown as Seen on Donatella 38

By Versace

Located in Montgomery, TX

A breathtaking creation from the 2009 Versace runway, this rare one-shoulder gown captures the height of Donatella Versace’s dramatic glamour.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Gowns

2009 Vintage Versace One Shoulder Blue Silk Dress Gown as Seen on Donatella 44
2009 Vintage Versace One Shoulder Blue Silk Dress Gown as Seen on Donatella 44

2009 Vintage Versace One Shoulder Blue Silk Dress Gown as Seen on Donatella 44

By Versace

Located in Montgomery, TX

A breathtaking creation from the 2009 Versace runway, this rare one-shoulder gown captures the height of Donatella Versace’s dramatic glamour.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Gowns

Christian Dior By John Galliano S/S 1998 In A Boudoir Mood White Pearl Gown
Christian Dior By John Galliano S/S 1998 In A Boudoir Mood White Pearl Gown

Christian Dior By John Galliano S/S 1998 In A Boudoir Mood White Pearl Gown

By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in Jersey City, NJ

Examples in this condition are exceptionally rare — a museum-worthy gown and a serious investment in the golden age of Dior under Galliano.

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1990s French Evening Gowns

Rare 1990s Moschino Couture Tie Dress
Rare 1990s Moschino Couture Tie Dress

Rare 1990s Moschino Couture Tie Dress

By Moschino

Located in London, GB

This extraordinary 1990s Moschino cocktail dress epitomises the dynamism and flare of the designer at his zenith. This piece of top label couture is magnificently adorned with pure s...

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses

Vintage RARE COUTURE VIP Black Dress
Vintage RARE COUTURE VIP Black Dress

Vintage RARE COUTURE VIP Black Dress

By Moschino Couture

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage RARE COUTURE VIP Black Dress Measurements taken laid flat, please double bust, waist and hips: Shoulder: 13.5 inches Bust: 18 inches Waist: 14.5 inches Hips: 19.5 inches Len...

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

NWT 1990s Thomas Steinbruck Size 12 Black Gray Ombre Silk Vintage 90s Gown Dress
NWT 1990s Thomas Steinbruck Size 12 Black Gray Ombre Silk Vintage 90s Gown Dress

NWT 1990s Thomas Steinbruck Size 12 Black Gray Ombre Silk Vintage 90s Gown Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Stunning brand new with original Bergdorf Goodman store tags still attached 1990s THOMAS STEINBRUCK black and grey silk evening gown! This rare find is so flattering on. Deep plungin...

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1990s American Evening Gowns

Rare PACO RABANNE SS 1998 Reveal Dress
Rare PACO RABANNE SS 1998 Reveal Dress

Rare PACO RABANNE SS 1998 Reveal Dress

By Paco Rabanne

Located in Berlin, BE

In an unforgettable moment of runway alchemy, Paco Rabanne’s Spring/Summer 1998 collection delivered one of the most quietly theatrical fashion sleights of hand in ‘90s couture: a dr...

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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Rare Gianni Versace 1999 Velvet Burnout Dress
Rare Gianni Versace 1999 Velvet Burnout Dress

Rare Gianni Versace 1999 Velvet Burnout Dress

By Gianni Versace

Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH

This exquisite vintage Versace dress from 1999 exemplifies Donatella Versace’s bold and luxurious design vision. Crafted from green velvet burnout fabric, it features an elegant lon...

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1990s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Jean Muir Dress Documented 1971 Rare
Jean Muir Dress Documented 1971 Rare

Jean Muir Dress Documented 1971 Rare

By Jean Muir

Located in Boca Raton, FL

This Dress just takes my breath away! It is one of my favorites from Jean Muir. The fabric with a moire effect has incredible drape, that just flows and moves with your body. Empir...

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1970s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Badgley Mischka Attributed Ivory Beaded Lace Silk Bridal Gown, Circa 2000
Badgley Mischka Attributed Ivory Beaded Lace Silk Bridal Gown, Circa 2000

Badgley Mischka Attributed Ivory Beaded Lace Silk Bridal Gown, Circa 2000

By Badgley Mischka

Located in Kingston, NY

Presented in exceptional vintage condition, with beadwork intact and fabric retaining its original luminosity, this gown represents a rare opportunity to acquire a true designer brid...

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1990s American Wedding Dresses

Nina Ricci Spring 2013 Hot Pink Gown Lace Back Velvet Bow Dress Size 34 2 / 4
Nina Ricci Spring 2013 Hot Pink Gown Lace Back Velvet Bow Dress Size 34 2 / 4

Nina Ricci Spring 2013 Hot Pink Gown Lace Back Velvet Bow Dress Size 34 2 / 4

By Nina Ricci

Located in San Diego, CA

• Designer: Nina Ricci • Collection: Spring/Summer 2013 Runway (Lookbook & catwalk confirmed) • Color: Vibrant fuchsia pink with black bow accent • Features: One-shoulder drape,...

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2010s French Evening Gowns

Alexander McQueen Rare Runway Caftan Dress  NWT
Alexander McQueen Rare Runway Caftan Dress  NWT

Alexander McQueen Rare Runway Caftan Dress NWT

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Alexander McQueen caftan style dress designed by Sarah Burton in her debut s/s 2011 collection for the brand. Empire style fashioned of silk chiffon in warm shades of muted gold w...

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2010s Evening Dresses

Vintage 1930's Green Silk Lamé Evening Gown Amber Lamé UK 12-14 US 8-10
Vintage 1930's Green Silk Lamé Evening Gown Amber Lamé UK 12-14 US 8-10

Vintage 1930's Green Silk Lamé Evening Gown Amber Lamé UK 12-14 US 8-10

Located in Nashville, TN

Rendered in the most exquisite shade of moss green crepe silk, set off by an abstract silk lamé pattern in shades of amber, yellow and cream set against a black background with gold ...

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1930s Evening Gowns

Rare Hot Thierry Mugler Dress SS1994 iconic Black Dress
Rare Hot Thierry Mugler Dress SS1994 iconic Black Dress

Rare Hot Thierry Mugler Dress SS1994 iconic Black Dress

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Berlin, BE

Thierry Mugler Black Dress SS 1994 Spring Summer Collection. Extremely rare collectors piece. Elegant, fabulous and timeless. The perfect little black dress with the iconic Thierry ...

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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Museum 1920s Mariano Fortuny Delphos Amber Gold Pleated Silk Murano Gown
Museum 1920s Mariano Fortuny Delphos Amber Gold Pleated Silk Murano Gown

Museum 1920s Mariano Fortuny Delphos Amber Gold Pleated Silk Murano Gown

By Mariano Fortuny

Located in Jersey City, NJ

This is an exquisite and rare Mariano Fortuny Delphos gown from the 1920s, a true example of early 20th-century couture and textile artistry.

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1920s Italian Delphos Gowns

Fine and Rare 1986 Antony Price Purple Bird Dress
Fine and Rare 1986 Antony Price Purple Bird Dress

Fine and Rare 1986 Antony Price Purple Bird Dress

By Antony Price

Located in London, GB

Fine and rare 1986 'bird dress' by legendary British designer Antony Price who created some of the most exclusive and glamourous evening wear of the 1970s and 1980s. The fabric is a ...

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1980s British Evening Dresses

NWT GUCCI by Tom Ford F/W 2002 Runway Finale Size 40 Black Silk Lace Up Gown
NWT GUCCI by Tom Ford F/W 2002 Runway Finale Size 40 Black Silk Lace Up Gown

NWT GUCCI by Tom Ford F/W 2002 Runway Finale Size 40 Black Silk Lace Up Gown

By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci

Located in San Diego, CA

Gorgeous brand new with tags vintage TOM FORD for GUCCI fall 2002 runway finale gown ! This rare beauty that closed the runway show in 2002 laces up the back.

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Gowns

Vintage F/W 2002 Rare Runway Black Lace Dress
Vintage F/W 2002 Rare Runway Black Lace Dress

Vintage F/W 2002 Rare Runway Black Lace Dress

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in London, GB

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Fall Winter 2002 rare black guipure lace dress. As seen on the runway, look 33. Features guipure lace body, long sleeves with pleated cuffs, op...

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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

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...

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1990s Evening Gowns

Paco Rabanne Spring/Summer 1990 Rare Iconic Silk Dress
Paco Rabanne Spring/Summer 1990 Rare Iconic Silk Dress

Paco Rabanne Spring/Summer 1990 Rare Iconic Silk Dress

By Paco Rabanne

Located in Berlin, BE

In a fleeting moment of pure sartorial poetry, Paco Rabanne defied his own reputation for armor-like futurism and delivered something ethereal, sensual, and utterly unforgettable. Th...

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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Beautiful Rare Thierry Mugler Devoré Silk Velvet Dress Black
Beautiful Rare Thierry Mugler Devoré Silk Velvet Dress Black

Beautiful Rare Thierry Mugler Devoré Silk Velvet Dress Black

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Berlin, BE

Manfred Thierry Mugler distilled the drama of midnight velvet and the intrigue of bare skin into this impossibly rare devoré cocktail dress: a piece that feels less like clothing and...

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1990s French Evening Dresses and 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...

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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

CALLAGHAN BY NICOLAS GHESQUIÈRE SS 01 Rare asymmetric draped dress
CALLAGHAN BY NICOLAS GHESQUIÈRE SS 01 Rare asymmetric draped dress

CALLAGHAN BY NICOLAS GHESQUIÈRE SS 01 Rare asymmetric draped dress

By CALLAGHAN

Located in Milano, MILANO

Spring Summer 2001 rare asymmetric draped dress by Callaghan by Nicolas Ghesquière One long sleeve only Fringed belt 65% acetate 35% nylon

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Early 2000s 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

A true gem! This is a very rare and out-of-the-ordinary gown From the VERSACE Fall 2001 collection Dramatic cleavage In a rare cognac color for a sexy, uni look Soft cognac-colored f...

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Thierry Mugler Stunning Rare Archival Black Linen Goddess Dress SS 1982
Thierry Mugler Stunning Rare Archival Black Linen Goddess Dress SS 1982

Thierry Mugler Stunning Rare Archival Black Linen Goddess Dress SS 1982

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Berlin, BE

An extremely rare Museum worthy treasure of Manfred Thierry Mugler’s early mastery, this black linen gown from the Spring/Summer 1982 Collection stands as one of the designer’s most ...

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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Christian Dior Rare Raf Simmons Runway Embroidered Silk Dress
Christian Dior Rare Raf Simmons Runway Embroidered Silk Dress

Christian Dior Rare Raf Simmons Runway Embroidered Silk Dress

By Christian Dior, Raf Simons for Christian Dior

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Raf Simmons for Christian Dior s/s 2015 as seen on the runway. A collection combining 18th century fashion mixed with 21st century fashion style. Raf Simons is considered a pione...

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2010s Evening Dresses

RARE red crêpe evening dress with cape Grès 1966
RARE red crêpe evening dress with cape Grès 1966

RARE red crêpe evening dress with cape Grès 1966

By Madame Gres

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

RARE red double lining crêpe evening dress with cape. Zip and hook&eye on the left side of the dress + split on the same side, lenght= 32 cm. Small weight inside the dress on the ba...

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1960s French Evening Dresses

Rare Hot Thierry Mugler Dress SS1994 iconic Black Dress
Rare Hot Thierry Mugler Dress SS1994 iconic Black Dress

Rare Hot Thierry Mugler Dress SS1994 iconic Black Dress

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Berlin, BE

Thierry Mugler Black Dress SS 1994 Spring Summer Collection. Extremely rare collectors piece. Elegant, fabulous and timeless. The perfect little black dress with the iconic Thierry ...

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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

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Rare Gown For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact vintage or contemporary rare gown you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Our collection includes a variety of colors, spanning Black, Brown, Red and more. You’re likely to find the perfect rare gown among the distinctive accessories we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. An accessory like this designed by Gucci, Alexander McQueen and Gianni Versace — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured item — is worth considering. If you’re browsing our inventory for these accessories, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men and unisex.

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Prices for a rare gown can differ depending upon size, designer and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $1 and can go as high as $42,000, while, on average they fetch $2,298.

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.

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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.