S/S 2003 Roberto Cavalli Red Chinoiserie Print Silk Slip Dress medium
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Kim Kardashian wore a version of this gorgeous Roberto Cavalli Cheongsam dress in the red silk chinoiserie pattern as a guest on the Jimmy Kimmel show in 2019.
ROBERTO CAVALLI 2003 vintage red Chinoiserie Cheongsam dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Vintage Roberto Cavalli 2003 runway print vibrant colored dress! There is a HOLE in this dress. Priced accordingly. I would personally HEM this dress and use the extra fabric to repa...
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2003 Cheongsam-Inspired Yellow Floral Maxi Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH
Piece Description: This stunning Roberto Cavalli dress from the Spring/Summer 2003 collection draws inspiration from traditional cheongsam silhouettes, blending Eastern elegance wit...
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2003 Chinoiserie Cheongsam Red Midi Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2003 Chinoiserie Cheongsam Print Red Midi Dress Condition: Good Vintage Condition, size tag has been removed.
Roberto Cavalli red silk cheongsam style mini dress, ss 2003
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in London, GB
▪ Roberto Cavalli red silk mini dress ▪ 100% Silk ▪ Cheongsam style ▪ Chiffon skirt with asymmetric hemline ▪ Gold hook fastenings ▪ Mandarin collar ▪ Cut-out on back ▪ Size Mediu...
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2003 Chinoiserie Floral Red Cheongsam Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Wembley, GB
Interdite Vintage presents a Roberto Cavalli S/S 2003 Chinoiserie Floral Red Cheongsam Dress This striking dress features a vibrant black & red silk material that showcases Cava...
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2003 Chinoiserie Cheongsam Animal Print Midi Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2003 Chinoiserie Cheongsam Animal Print Midi Dress Size M
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2003 Cheongsam Chinoiserie Yellow Silk Mini Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Paris, FR
Silk cheongsam-style mini dress from Roberto Cavalli, Spring/Summer 2003.
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2003 Chinoiserie Floral Red Cheongsam Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Wembley, GB
Interdite Vintage presents a Roberto Cavalli S/S 2003 Chinoiserie Floral Red Cheongsam Dress This striking dress features a vibrant black & red silk material that showcases Cavalli’...
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2003 Runway Chinoiserie Cheongsam Silk Mint Green Mini Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2003 Runway Chinoiserie Cheongsam Print Silk Mint Green Mini Dress Size M
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2003 Runway Chinoiserie Cheongsam Silk Mint Green Midi Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2003 Runway Chinoiserie Cheongsam Print Silk Mint Green Midi Dress Size L
S/S 2003 Roberto Cavalli Red Chinoiserie Cheongsam Cap Sleeve Dress Backless
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Kim Kardashian wore a version of this gorgeous Roberto Cavalli Cheongsam dress in the red silk chinoiserie pattern as a guest on the Jimmy Kimmel show in 2019.
S/S 2003 Roberto Cavalli Chinoiserie Asian Print Mini Cheongsam Runway Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Shakira also wore the same cheongsam dress to party with Roberto Cavalli in April 2003.
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2003 Red Chinoiserie Silk Cheongsam Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in PARIS, FR
Cheongsam-inspired dress crafted in a luxurious blend of nylon, spandex and silk with Cavalli’s intricate chinoiserie floral print.
S/S 2003 Roberto Cavalli Red Chinoiserie Asian Print Cheongsam Floral Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting this exquisite Roberto Cavalli dress in the red variation of the S/S 2003 chinoiserie print.
Roberto Cavalli mint silk cheongsam style mini dress, ss 2003
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in London, GB
▪ Roberto Cavalli mint silk mini dress ▪ 100% Silk ▪ Cheongsam style ▪ Floral print with gold, peach, purple and blue accents ▪ Leg slit on side seam ▪ Gold hook fastenings ▪...
Roberto Cavalli F/W 2004 Cheongsam Bodycon Floral Print Midi Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Roberto Cavalli F/W 2004 Cheongsam Bodycon Floral Print Midi Dress Size XS
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2003 Chinoiserie Cheongsam Silk Yellow Mini Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Paris, FR
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2003 Runway Chinoiserie Print Silk Mini Dress. Features front hooks, slit on leg and mini length. Brand: Roberto Cavalli Size: Large Color: Multi Fabric: Silk S/S...
Roberto Cavalli red silk Cheongsam style mini dress and corset, ss 2003
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in London, GB
Roberto Cavalli red silk Cheongsam style mini dress and corset with oriental print.
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2003 Runway Chinoiserie Cheongsam Silk Yellow Mini Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2003 Runway Chinoiserie Cheongsam Print Silk Yellow Mini Dress Size S Condition: Good Vintage Condition - some discolorations throughout, not visible when worn d...
Roberto Cavalli yellow floral printed silk cheongsam-style mini dress, ss 2003
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in London, GB
▪ Roberto Cavalli archival dress ▪ Yellow silk with floral and bird motifs in shades of blue and pink ▪ Mandarin collar ▪ Cap sleeves ▪ Cutout at the centre back ▪ Silk chiffon m...
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2003 Cheongsam Floral Maxi Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Rome, IT
Roberto Cavalli Cheongsam-inspired pink maxi dress with chest cut-out detail from the Spring/Summer 2003 collection.
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2003 red chinoiserie cheongsam dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Rome, IT
Roberto Cavalli cheongsam inspired red dress with red asian floral print from the Spring/Summer 2003 collection.
Roberto Cavalli Spring 2003 Silk Cheongsam Style Floral Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Roberto Cavalli Vintage Cheongsam Style Dress, from Spring 2003.
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2003 Silk Cheongsam Floral Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Rome, IT
Roberto Cavalli Cheongsam-inspired Mini Dress with Front Slit from the Spring/Summer 2003 collection, similar version seen on Esther Cañadas on final look.
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2003 Blush Pink Cheongsam Inspired Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Rome, IT
Roberto Cavalli Qípáo inspired mini dress with side slit and allover floral and animal silk jacquard ornaments (including swans and peacocks). Side zipper closure with internal golde...
Roberto Cavalli Spring 2003 Silk Cheongsam Style Floral Top
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Roberto Cavalli Spring 2003 Silk Cheongsam Style Floral Top Size S Bust 36" Waist 28" Length 21" Excellent condition
Roberto Cavalli Spring 2003 Silk Cheongsam Style Floral Top Size M
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Roberto Cavalli 2003 Pink Pheasant Pattern Cheongsam Style Top Size M, runs small, there is a lot of stretch. Bust 35" Waist 26" Length 23" Excellent pre owned condition
Crochet & Leather Gloves
Located in New Hope, PA
Never worn, these size 8 gloves are in mint condition. The front of the glove is a beige cotton crochet. The back of the glove is made from butter soft leather with beige topstitchin...
1970's Tan Shearling Embroidered Coat
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Winter warm 1970's tan sheepskin shearling fur coat by San Francisco manufacturer Furs by Max. Beautiful embroidery throughout the front and seams of coat. Coat hits right below the ...
Black Beaded Cardigan
Located in Alford, MA
Black cardigan from the 1950s-'60s embellished with black beads and sequins. Sweater composition is lambswool, angora and nylon and has tiny spherical buttons. Lined. Retailed by Gim...
Atelier Versace Black Satin Sling Backs, Never Worn Size 7
By Atelier Versace
Located in Buchanan, MI
Atelier Versace Black Satin Sling Backs, Never Worn Size 7
1920S Blush Pink Silk Mousseline & Hand-Made Ecru Filliet Lace Dress
Located in New York, NY
1920S Blush Pink Silk Mousseline & Hand-Made Ecru Filliet Lace Dress
$2,200
H 5.52 in W 11.03 in D 1.19 in
Celine Black Python Skin Evening Clutch Bag with Zip Closure, New
By Celine
Located in London, GB
This black python skin evening clutch from Céline features an all around zip fastening, a snap button closure, internal zipped pockets and an embossed internal logo stamp. Colour:...
NEW Jitrois Chocolate Brown Metallic Stretch Leather Flare Pants 38
By Jean-Claude Jitrois
Located in Switzerland, CH
This Jitrois basic pants features a smooth finish of flexible stretch lambskin Beautiful metallic leather that fits like a glove on your body Classic cut with zip in the back Long un...
Alex Jona Coral White Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Drop Earrings
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat white gold drop earrings set with 1.20 carats of white diamonds, suspending two mediterranean coral drops. Alex Jona jewe...
Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Givenchy Nouvelle Boutique 1970s Black Maxi Dress and Wrap with Stud Trim
By Givenchy Nouvelle Boutique, Givenchy
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black wool jersey maxi dress and wrap from Givenchy. It has long sleeves, a crew neckline and comes with a narrow tie belt and matching wrap. The lower sleeves and skirt...
1990s Moshcino Couture Black Dress with Gold Sequin Back
By Moschino Couture
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1990s fabulous Moschino Couture! black rayon jersey wrap dress with gold sequin "peace sign" straps and plunging neckline. 1.5" gold sequin trim along neck and underarms, continues t...
$8,920
H 5 in W 6.75 in D 2.25 in
Chanel 1994 Vintage Gold Bronze Metallic Lambskin Mini Quilted Classic Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel 1994 Vintage Gold Bronze Metallic Lambskin Mini Quilted Classic Flap Bag Year: 1991-1994 {Vintage 20+ Years} Gold hardware Bijoux chain link strap Diamond quilted lambskin l...
Michael Forrest Honey Brown Crystal Fox Calf length Fur Coat Collar
By Michael Forrest New York, Michael Forrest
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a marvelous fur coat from Michael Forrest. It is made of plush crystal fox with a strip of suede at the hips near the opening of the velvet lined slash pockets. Fully lined i...
Chanel 1994 Vintage Runway Waist Fanny Pack Belt Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Rare Collectible Vintage Belt Bag Waist Bag 1994 Vintage Gold hardware CC turnlock Dark brown quilted lambskin leather Adjustable hook belt Made in France
Vintage John Galliano Black Gathered Strapless Dress with Lace Trim
By John Galliano
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage John Galliano black strapless dress with ruching and pleating throughout bodice, wired swirl detail on either side of bust, and lace trim at hem. Collection AW 2010. Excelle...
$1,200Sale Price|20% Off
Size: Large (Narrow Fit)
New Gucci Cashmere Cruise Resort 2015 Ad Sequin Sweater Sz L
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Gucci Brand New Beautiful 100% Cashmere Sweater Resort 2015 Featured in Ad, Runway and Video $1500 Size L (Narrow Fit) Creme and Blue Gray Fully Sequined Bust: 36" Waist: 36" Leng...
Antique Lace Coat with Bell Sleeve Detail
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This antique coat is composed of off white natural material, with a tea stained hue, featuring bell style sleeves. There are hook and eye closures. This garment is antique and does s...
Whether they’re adorned with understated floral patterns or colorful prints that draw on the wonders of the animal kingdom, vintage Roberto Cavalli dresses and evening gowns, shirts and skirts are unapologetically exuberant. All of the seductive garments crafted at the luxury fashion house have long been associated with extravagance and red-carpet sophistication, and their stories begin in Central Italy.
Roberto Cavalli was born in Florence, Tuscany, in 1940 into an already artistically rich family — his mother was a tailor, and his grandfather, Giuseppe Rossi, was a member of an Italian art movement called Macchiaioli that shared common ground with Impressionist painters. Cavalli was creative at the onset and focused on textiles at the Florence Academy of Art. He garnered some high-profile attention with bold prints on knitwear.
After he patented an experimental and revolutionary process that saw him printing on lightweight leather, Cavalli secured commissions from major fashion houses such as Hermès and Pierre Cardin. He explored integrating handmade ornamentation in his designs and found limitless inspiration in the majestic creatures of the jungle.
In the early 1970s Cavalli unveiled his first namesake collection in Paris and the Sala Bianca of Palazzo Pitti in Florence. He then opened his inaugural boutique in France’s Saint-Tropez in 1972. While the designer’s printed denim offerings were deemed unsophisticated by the day’s couturiers — they looked down upon the material — Cavalli’s form-fitting, sensual cuts, innovative patchwork and obvious dedication to impeccable craftsmanship found admirers in the likes of Sophia Loren and Brigitte Bardot.
In 1980 Cavalli married former beauty pageant contestant Eva Düringer, who became his trusted business partner. Now a signature of the label, the pair introduced their first sand-blasted jeans in 1994 and later opened boutiques in Venice and elsewhere.
Cavalli’s designs sold all over the world, and the brand’s success helped pave the way for the introduction of a line called Just Cavalli that targeted younger consumers and RC Menswear to complement the array of day dresses, shoes, lingerie and coats and outerwear that were offered in his popular boutiques.
In 2005 Cavalli was asked to help reinvigorate Playboy’s iconic bunny costumes and, in 2006, model Kate Moss starred in his spring/summer ad campaign. A year later, Cavalli created an exclusive collection for H&M and designed costuming for Jennifer Lopez concerts as well as the Spice Girls.
Sicilian designer Fausto Puglisi was appointed creative consultant in 2020 at the Roberto Cavalli brand, which is now owned by Vision Investments.
Find vintage Roberto Cavalli clothing, accessories, handbags and purses and more on 1stDibs.
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.