$900
Size: none; comparable to modern XS
Adrian-Inspired Black Hollywood Regency Gown w Tiered Ruffle Skirt – XS, 1930s
Located in Tucson, AZ
With its cascading ruffle back skirt, puffed sleeves and sweetheart neckline, this gown is like a page out of Walter Plunkett’s designs for “Gone with the Wind” or Adrian’s for “Lett...
$1,400
Size: none; comparable to size M
Brown Regency Silk Crêpe Kimono Obi Gown w Crystal Batwing Sleeves - M, 1930s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Dignified and statuesque, this gown combines the modesty and rigor of a kimono with the body conscious glamour of the 1930s. The high cut asymmetrical bodice and inset obi waist deta...
$650
Size: none; comparable to size M
Plunging Brown Lace Hollywood Regency Capelet Gown and Slip - M, 1930s
Located in Tucson, AZ
In true Hollywood Regency style, this gown technically covers the body but would leave little to the imagination if it weren't for the slip worn underneath.
$2,585
Size: size 35-36 French mannequin
A Printed muslin summer Gown - Regency period England, circa 1820
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1820. England, Regency period A Summer dress in printed cotton muslin dating from the Regency period in Jane Austen's England in the 1820s. This British Indian fabric is printe...
$2,750
Size: compare to size XS due to waist
Custom 23' Cream Regency Ribbon Silk and Lace Wedding Gown – XS, 1930s
Located in Tucson, AZ
This enchanting wedding gown features a fairytale skirt measuring over 23 feet around but requires no suffocating undergarments to remain full and feminine.
$2,585
Size: Equivalent french size 34.
A Regency Summer day dress in embroidered cotton muslin - England C. 1820-1825
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1820-1825 England or Europe Interesting summer dress in cotton muslin embroidered with wool circa 1820/1825 from the late Regency period in England. It is reminiscent of the w...
Dynasty Regency Silk Beaded Kaftan Gown, 1960s
By Dynasty
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ethereal and regal- this kaftan style gown can only be described as a shining glow that can light up any room. The sparkling sequins paired with pearlized beads give this gown an ang...
$1,100
Size: none; comparable to size large
Regency Burgundy Silk Velvet Jeweled Cutout Back Bias Gown with Train – L, 1930s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Hollywood Regency gown featuring draped boatneck bodice and bias skirt with 4” rear train; pointed dolman sleeves with 8 rhinestone jeweled buttons and loops at forearm.
c.1980 Albert Nipon Pink Silk Organza Regency Style Dress
By Albert Nipon
Located in Atlanta, GA
This heavenly confection of a dress could have been in Jane Austen's closet. Albert Nipon's ladylike details start with the pale pink fabric decorated with satin brocade ribbon and ...
Lorena Sarbu Rhinestone High Neck Gown with Dramatic Front Slit, 2000s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Lorena Sarbu's Rhinestone Regency High Neck Gown. High neck design is studded with sparkling rhinestones, evoking the sophistication of icons like Audrey Hepburn.
Sold
Size: Equivalent 33-34 french XXXS
A French Napoleonic Pastel blue Silk Regency Dress Circa 1800-1805
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1800-1805 France Rare pastel blue silk day dress for the petite bourgeoisie dating from the French Consulat or the beginning of the Premier Empire. Background in gros de Naple...
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Size: Equivalent french size 34.
A Regency Summer day dress in embroidered cotton muslin - England C. 1820-1825
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1820-1825 England or Europe Interesting summer dress in cotton muslin embroidered with wool circa 1820/1825 from the late Regency period in England. It is reminiscent of the w...
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Size: none; comparable to size medium
Regency Burgundy Silk Velvet Jeweled Cutout Back Bias Gown with Train – M, 1930s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Hollywood Regency gown featuring draped boatneck bodice and bias skirt with 4” rear train; pointed dolman sleeves with 8 rhinestone jeweled buttons and loops at forearm.
Sold
Size: none; comparable to size M
Nude Hollywood Regency Charmeuse and Lace Peignoir Dressing Gown - Medium, 1930s
Located in Tucson, AZ
To be nude without being naked takes practice. If you lack Lady Godiva’s tresses for cover, try this exquisite bed set: in slick silk charmeuse, it barely touches the outline of you...
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Size: comparable to size S-M
Powder Blue Printed Chiffon Regency Peignoir Dressing Gown, Italy - S-M, 1930s
Located in Tucson, AZ
To find a matching nightgown and bed jacket of such featherweight chiffon in perfect condition is unheard of, yet here is proof. In soft cornflower blue, the body-skimming set balanc...
F/W 2001 Gucci by Tom Ford Plunging Draped Regency Style Mesh Gown Dress
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Yukon, OK
DESIGNER: F/W 2001 Gucci by Tom Ford Please contact for more information and/or photos. CONDITION: Good- no flaws! FABRIC: Rayon COUNTRY MADE: Italy SIZE: 38 MEASUREMENTS; prov...
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...
John Galliano for Christian Dior Pink Silk Flower Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful blush pink silk dress with green and bright pink flowers by John Galliano for Christian Dior. It has ruched straps forming a front V, the skirt falls in gentle folds to ...
$1,516Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 12
Beautiful 1990s Badgley Mischka Size 12 Fully Beaded Grey Vintage 90s Deco Gown
By Badgley Mischka, BADGLEY MISHCKA
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage 1990s BADGLEY MISCHKA size 12 gray fully beaded + rhinestone deco style evening gown! Features elegant 3/4 sleeves with a fitted bodice and forgiving skirt. Hand cr...
F/W 2007 Roberto Cavalli Black Fur Strip Trim Beaded Suede Shearling Jacket
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This black suede shearling jacket from Roberto Cavalli’s Fall/Winter 2007 collection features a fitted silhouette trimmed with plush black fur along the collar, cuffs, and hem. Ornat...
New Tom Ford for Gucci F/W 2002 Black Silk Gown with Leather Tie It. 44
By Gucci, Tom Ford
Located in Montgomery, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Black Silk Gown Fall/Winter 2002 Collection Designer size 44 If you're looking for that incredible dress that Helen Hunt wore at the Oscars and one of the models i...
$1,350
Size: none; comparable to size XXS
Sapphire Silk Halter Ball Gown w Tabletop Pannier Hoop Skirt - XXS, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Worn by a well-to-do young Parisian at her debutante ball, which included a pre-party on a Seine-docked yacht. The convertible halter neck adds real-world practicality, but the jaw-...
$1,036Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 10
1990s Bob Mackie Size 10 Black Crepe Sexy 90s Vintage High Slit Evening Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy, yet sophisticated 1990s BOB MACKIE black crepe bodycon evening dress! Features an elegant sweetheart neckline, with satin trim. Figure flattering silhouette that hugs the body ...
Alexander McQueen F/W 2004 Beige Metallic Tweed Tie Neck Blazer & Skirt 2pc Suit
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Chicago, IL
Alexander McQueen F/W 2004 "Pantheon As Lecum" tweed skirt suit. As seen on the runway; look #3. Beige with copper and navy metallic basket weave wool blend fabric. Beautiful asymmet...
Edwardian Cream Embroidered Cotton Voile & Lace Tea Dress With Empire Waistline
Located in New York, NY
Edwardian Cream Embroidered Cotton Voile & Lace Tea Dress With Empire Waistline And Half Sleeves
1980S BOB MACKIE Black Beaded Silk Chiffon Long Sleeve Gown With Fringe
By Bob Mackie
Located in New York, NY
1980S BOB MACKIE Black Beaded Silk Chiffon Long Sleeve Gown With Fringe
Ceil Chapman Vintage Black Empire Waist Gown with Beaded Bodice, c 1950 sz 6-8
By Ceil Chapman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a fine vintage evening dress made by Ceil Chapman. It has an empire waist with a heavily beaded bodice at the bust. The jersey body of the dress has a sheath silhouette and a...
$1,780Sale Price|20% Off
Size: Large
1960s Jean Patou Vintage Wool Jacket + Skirt Suit Ensemble with Faux Fur Trim
By Jean Patou
Located in Sparks, NV
Completely amazing vintage 1960s Jean Patou black wool jacket and skirt ensemble with faux fur trim and gold studs. Incredible tailoring and construction and chic enamel buttons. Ful...
GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE S/S 2000 Purple Silk Blouse with Swarovski BUTTONS Y2K
By Gianni Versace Couture
Located in Switzerland, CH
Beautiful GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE SS 2000 silk blouse Finest purple silk Versace SS 2000 Jungle Collection Extremely versatile Sexy deep cleavage Swarovski crystal buttons Made in ...
1960's Jean Patou Bordeau Suede Coat Full Mink Lining
By Jean Patou
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Unusual Jean Patou bordeau suede whip stitched swing coat lined in honey colored mink from the 1960s. So cozy and stylish, this swing coat is perfect over anything to keep you warm i...
1990s CD Green Ivory Grey Silver Silk Jersey Chiffon Beaded Paillettes 90s Gown
By CD GREENE
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage late 90s CD GREENE ivory, grey/silver silk jersey and chiffon evening dress ! Features a blouson loose fitting chiffon overlay with hook-and-eye closure at center b...
1970's Yves Saint Laurent YSL Black Velvet Russian Collection Jacket w/Silk Ties
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Studio City, CA
1970's Yves Saint Laurent Russian collection black velvet jacket with Pierrot collar and black silk cord neck ties. In excellent condition - size tag 40.
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.
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