NWT 2004 Roberto Cavalli Chocolate Brown Leather Backless Flare Mini Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From Roberto Cavalli’s 2004 collection, this new-with-tags mini dress is crafted from supple
NWT 2004 Roberto Cavalli Chocolate Brown Leather Backless Flare Mini Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From Roberto Cavalli’s 2004 collection, this new-with-tags mini dress is crafted from supple
Roberto Cavalli Resort 2014 Unworn Embellished Leather Backless Evening Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Naples, FL
Roberto Cavalli Resort 2014 Unworn Embellished Leather Backless Evening Maxi Dress Size: IT 42
Roberto Cavalli leather trained hourglass motocross biker dress, fw 2003
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in London, GB
▪ Roberto Cavalli hourglass leather maxi dress ▪ Cut and decorated like a motocross biker jacket ▪
Roberto Cavalli F/W 2004 Leather Lace Up Plunging Ruched Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Naples, FL
Roberto Cavalli F/W 2004 Leather Lace Up Plunging Ruched Dress Size: S Condition: Excellent
A/W 2002 Roberto Cavalli runway leather floral patches sheer dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Milano, Lombardia
A/W 2002 Roberto Cavalli runway leather floral patches sheer dress Runway A/W 2002 Roberto Cavalli
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2011 Leather Fringe Chain Reptile Print Plunging Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Naples, FL
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2011 Leather Fringe Chain Reptile Print Plunging Neckline Backless Dress Size
Roberto Cavalli Leather Motorcycle Evening Gown 2003
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Los Angeles, CA
charm. The gold-tone buckles are stamped "Roberto Cavalli." The gown has an exposed back, black leather
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2005 Runway Sheer Cutout Leather Macrame Crochet Knit Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Naples, FL
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2005 Runway Sheer Cutout Leather Fringe Macrame Crochet Knit Maxi Dress Looks
Roberto Cavalli F/W 2003 Runway Leather Sheer Mesh Black Evening Dress Gown
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Naples, FL
Roberto Cavalli F/W 2003 Runway Leather Sheer Mesh Cutout Panels Detail Black Evening Dress Gown
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2002 Runway Metallic Leather Off Shoulder Eyelet Mini Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Naples, FL
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2002 Runway Metallic Leather Off Shoulder Eyelet Mini Dress Size S Look 9 from
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2013 Leather Cutout Open Back Black Evening Dress Gown
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Naples, FL
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2013 Plunging Leather Cutout Fringe Accents Open Back Lace Black Evening Dress
Roberto Cavalli Black Silk and Leather Evening Gown
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
2000s Roberto Cavalli ( New with tag) Black silk gown with leather bodice and racer back style
$480Sale Price|20% Off
ROBERTO CAVALLI Vintage scaled leather print lace detail V neck dress IT42 M
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ROBERTO CAVALLI Vintage scaled leather print lace detail V neck dress IT42 M Reference: CAKK/A00036
Roberto Cavalli Black Mesh & Leather Applique Evening Gown 2002
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is thrilled to introduce a stunning vintage Roberto Cavalli black mesh evening
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2004 Runway Cutout Dress and Leather Bustier Bra 2 Piece Set
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Naples, FL
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2004 Runway Feather Print Cutout Dress and Leather Bustier Bra Corset 2 Piece
Roberto Cavalli F/W 2001 phoenix asymmetrical leather mini dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Rome, IT
- Roberto Cavalli long sleeve mini dress - Sold by Gold Palms Vintage - Fall/Winter 2001
Unavailable
Size: Medium
S/S 2004 Roberto Cavalli Geometric Black Embellished Leather Corset Fringe Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in North Hollywood, CA
S/S 2004 Roberto Cavalli geometric black embellished leather cutout corset fringe dress. Hyper
Unavailable
L 32.29 in
A 1980s Vintage Roberto Cavalli Embellished Leather Patchwork Cocktail Dress XS
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A great 1980s Roberto Cavalli embellished leather patchwork dress with sequin embellished straps
Roberto Cavalli Laser Cut Mini Leather Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in London, GB
Roberto Cavalli mid 2000's Laser Cut Mini Leather Dress. Features adjustable waist string, long
1970s Roberto Cavalli Leather and Suede Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in New York, NY
. Cavalli pieces this old simply do not come to market. When they do appear they are mearly printed leather
2000S ROBERTO CAVALLI Black Floral Rayon Jersey & Leather Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in New York, NY
2000S ROBERTO CAVALLI Black Floral Rayon Jersey & Leather Dress
Roberto Cavalli brown distressed leather shearling mini dress, fw 2003
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in London, GB
Roberto Cavalli brown distressed leather shearling corseted mini dress. Fall-Winter 2003
Roberto Cavalli Leather Lace Up Printed Evening Gown Maxi Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Switzerland, CH
discreetly signed with "Roberto Cavalli" Simply slips on Leather lace up detail in front - incredibly sexy
Roberto Cavalli black leather and nylon mesh low back evening dress, fw 2002
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in London, GB
▪ Roberto Cavalli nylon mesh evening dress ▪ Quilted leather appliques ▪ Low plunge neckline ▪
Sold
Size: Small (Runs bigger)
Roberto Cavalli black leather and nylon mesh low back evening dress, fw 2002
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in London, GB
▪ Roberto Cavalli nylon mesh evening dress ▪ Fall-Winter 2002 ▪ Quilted leather appliques ▪ Low
Roberto Cavalli F/W 2002 Runway Semi-Sheer Leather Accents Open Back Dress Gown
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Naples, FL
Roberto Cavalli F/W 2002 Runway Leather Accented Plunging Neckline Open Back Dress Gown IT 40
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2002 Runway Leather Lasercut Floral Dress Jacket Coat
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Naples, FL
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2002 Runway Leather Lasercut Floral Dress Jacket Coat Size S
Roberto Cavalli Natural Leather Mini Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to present a vintage Roberto Cavalli natural leather mini dress
Roberto Cavalli Mermaid Dress Gown with Leather Ruffle Hem 1990s Size S
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
This fabulous Cavalli dress is made from a body-hugging jersey knit in a light tan shade. The
S/S 2004 Roberto Cavalli Western Print Beaded Leather Sleeveless Stretch Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in West Hollywood, CA
TheRealList presents: an American Old West-inspired halterneck dress designed by Roberto Cavalli
Roberto Cavalli Black Leather Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Montgomery, TX
Roberto Cavalli Leather Dress Black Size: IT - 40, US - 4 Made in Italy Condition like New
Roberto Cavalli Monochrome Printed Jersey & Leather Detailed Draped Dress S
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Flaunt your luxe taste in fashion with this impeccable dress from the House of Roberto Cavalli
Roberto Cavalli Monochrome Printed Jersey & Leather Detailed Draped Dress S
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Flaunt your luxe taste in fashion with this impeccable dress from the House of Roberto Cavalli
Sold
Size: S but adjustable corset back
S/S 2003 Roberto Cavalli Runway Black Leather Cut-Out Dragon Mini Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Yukon, OK
DESIGNER: S/S 2003 Roberto Cavalli Runway Please contact for more information and/or photos
Vintage 2000s Y2K Roberto Cavalli Reptile Snake Leather Suede Fringe Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Denver, CO
Vintage 2000s Y2K Roberto Cavalli Dress Snake reptile print viscose fabric Draped neckline
Class by Roberto Cavalli Snakeskin Printed Leather Trim Ruched Fitted Dress M
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This attractive piece comes from Class by Roberto Cavalli in a subtle beige. This ruched fitted
New Roberto Cavalli Beads Sequins Embellished Leather Harness Cocktail Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Roberto Cavalli Runway Embellished Cocktail Dress Italian Size 40 ( 170 / 92A ) Color - Black
S/S 2004 Roberto Cavalli Geometric Black Embellished Leather Corset Fringe Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in North Hollywood, CA
S/S 2004 Roberto Cavalli geometric black embellished leather cutout corset fringe dress. Hyper
Roberto Cavalli Black Embroidered & Embellished Leather Detailed Gown - US 2
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in London, GB
Roberto Cavalli Black Embroidered & Embellished Leather Detailed Gown - Heavily embellished with
Roberto Cavalli Just Cavalli Leopard Print Dress w Faux Leather Bondage Straps
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Roberto Cavalli Just Cavalli Leopard Print Dress w Faux Leather Bondage Straps Size 42 Bust 34
$1,426
Size: French 42
Yves Saint Laurent "rive gauche" F/W 1975 Runway Silk Majorelle Blue Long Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Yves Saint Laurent "rive gauche" Fall Winter 1975 Long dress in a stunning Majorelle cobalt blue, crafted from a luxurious viscose & silk blend jersey. Key features include a fla...
Blue see-through silk chiffon evening dress CHRISTIAN DIOR
By MARIA GRAZIA CHIURI, Christian Dior
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Blue see-through silk chiffon evening dress. Rhinestone shoulder strap. Stitching on both side. SIZE M/L
John Galliano for Christian Dior S/S 2009 Silk Halter Dress
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous rich purple silk halter dress by John Galliano for Christian Dior. It is fitted through the bodice with a stunning intricately detailed ruffle trimmed plunge halter neckli...
$716Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 10 / 12
1990s Linda Segal Size 10 12 Red White Colorblock Pique Cotton Vintage 90s Dress
By Linda Segal
Located in San Diego, CA
Stylish and flattering early 90s LINDA SEGAL lipstick red and white colorblocked pique cotton sleeveless nautical sheath dress ! Linda Segal pieces were often worn by Fran Fine, play...
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...
1970s Halston Tie Dyed Blue Silk Vintage 70s Dress Jacket Ensemble
By Halston
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning vintage 1970s HALSTON (attributed) blue tie dyed silk chiffon maxi dress and jacket ensemble! Dress simply slips over the head, and features multiple layers of soft lightwei...
Issey Miyake Open Sleeve Draped Top
By Issey Miyake
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous blue top, shirt from Issey Miyake. It overlapping at the front exposing the waist and buttons at the shoulder. The back is fuller and longer and the sleeves are open fro...
$556Sale Price|51% Off
Two piece Wool Tweed Suit with Black Fox Fur Collar
Located in Amsterdam, NL
We offer more exclusive vintage items, view our frontstore. Details: 2-piece suit with a skirt and a jacket. Made from wool/tweed The black fox fur collar is non- detachable. Size f...
Valentino Garavani Bag In Purple Alligator
By Valentino
Located in Paris, FR
Golden jewelry. Zip closure. The interior is in golden leather. Serial number: BSXAB912T In very good condition. Slight wear and tear on one of the flowers and on the border along th...
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
Brown Fur Coat with Collar Small
Located in Amsterdam, NL
This vintage coat is made of sheared beaver with a fur collar and is embroidered at the sleeves and back. We offer more exclusive fur items, see our frontstore. Details: It has 2 l...
A/W 2004 Vivienne Westwood Black long sleeved body con Midi Dress
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in Sheffield, GB
Autumn / Winter 2004 Vivienne Westwood dress crafted from a stretchy black jersey, featuring long sleeves, scooped neckline and midi length hem. The Cut features a superbly flatterin...
Amazing Russian Sable Coat, Double Breasted, 7/8 Coat with Fold Over Cuff
Located in Buchanan, MI
A Russian sable coat. Double breasted 7/8 sable coat with fold over cuff and a cape collar that can be worn closed around the neck or lower around the bust line. Labeled "Elan Furs"...
$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...
Chic 1960s Harzfeld's Brown Velvet Double Breasted Vintage Aviator Trench Jacket
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 60s HARZFELD'S of Kansas City brown velvet double breasted aviator style trench jacket! Features an attached capelet. Detachable belt. Pockets at each side of the hips. Fully li...
New Yves Saint Laurent Spring 2008 Size 40 / US 8 Black Silk Strapless Dress
By Stefano Pilati for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic brand new with tags YVES SAINT LAURENT Spring 2008 black silk strapless dress! Features intricate interior corset boning that holds everything in place. Hidden zipper up the sid...
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.