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Sage Green Linen Gown by Joslin ( Australia)
Sage Green Linen Gown by Joslin ( Australia)

Sage Green Linen Gown by Joslin ( Australia)

Located in London, GB

A wonderful gown for Summer by Joslin of Australia. In a pretty shade of green the dress has covered buttons on the front and attractive detail on the back. It it part lined, and has...

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2010s Australian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Embroidered Pink and Sage French Floral Organza Vintage Full Sleeve Gown
Embroidered Pink and Sage French Floral Organza Vintage Full Sleeve Gown

Embroidered Pink and Sage French Floral Organza Vintage Full Sleeve Gown

By Barbara Tfank

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Palest pink, sage and gold embroidered French floral organza vintage princess seamed gown.

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2010s American Evening Dresses

Marion Michael 1940s Sage Green Tea Dress
Marion Michael 1940s Sage Green Tea Dress

Marion Michael 1940s Sage Green Tea Dress

Located in London, GB

A cute day dress by Marion Michaels. In a light sage green jacquard and silk fabric with swirling design in tonal shades. This dress has a chic frilled collar and cuffs and a fullish...

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1940s Tea Gowns

Vintage Muriel Martin For Harvey Nichols Ball Gown
Vintage Muriel Martin For Harvey Nichols Ball Gown

Vintage Muriel Martin For Harvey Nichols Ball Gown

Located in London, GB

A pretty vintage sage green silk ball gown /evening gown by Muriel Martin.

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1960s British Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage Moroccan Kaftan, Gold and Sage Damask Embroidered, ca. 1970s
Vintage Moroccan Kaftan, Gold and Sage Damask Embroidered, ca. 1970s

Vintage Moroccan Kaftan, Gold and Sage Damask Embroidered, ca. 1970s

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Amazing vintage Moroccan Caftan, gold damask with gold and sage rim threads, Circa 1970's One of a kind evening antique Moorish gown.

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20th Century Moroccan Caftans

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1930’s Deco Floral Lamé Gown
1930’s Deco Floral Lamé Gown

1930’s Deco Floral Lamé Gown

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Show-stopping, Deco lamé gown features a William Morris-inspired floral in shades of wine red, lavender, sage green, and ivory.

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1920s French Art Deco Evening Gowns

Vintage 1950's Evelyn Brown Couture Sage Green Silk-Satin Ruched Cocktail Dress
Vintage 1950's Evelyn Brown Couture Sage Green Silk-Satin Ruched Cocktail Dress

Vintage 1950's Evelyn Brown Couture Sage Green Silk-Satin Ruched Cocktail Dress

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Such an elegant and timeless 1950's cocktail dress from the Evelyn Brown Washington D.C designer label. Perfect for any upcoming party; you can't help but feel feminine in this beaut...

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1950s American Aesthetic Evening Dresses

1993 Bill Blass Vintage Runway Dress in Iridescent Sage Green Silk w/ Ruffles
1993 Bill Blass Vintage Runway Dress in Iridescent Sage Green Silk w/ Ruffles

1993 Bill Blass Vintage Runway Dress in Iridescent Sage Green Silk w/ Ruffles

By Bill Blass

Located in Portland, OR

This beautiful evening gown was featured in a book we own about Bill Blass and it was part of his Fall/Winter 1993 runway show as well.

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1990s American Evening Dresses

A Vintage 1960s Sage Green  Gown with Ribbon Detail
A Vintage 1960s Sage Green  Gown with Ribbon Detail

A Vintage 1960s Sage Green Gown with Ribbon Detail

Located in London, GB

A chic vintage sage green evening gown by Carita Couture . The dress is made of a sage green fabric, speckled with gold and has ribbon decoration.

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1960s British Evening Dresses and Gowns

Mariano Fortuny Sage Green Pleated Silk Delphos Gown
Mariano Fortuny Sage Green Pleated Silk Delphos Gown

Mariano Fortuny Sage Green Pleated Silk Delphos Gown

By Mariano Fortuny, Fortuny

Located in New York, NY

Mariano Fortuny sage green pleated silk Delphos gown circa 1930.

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Early 20th Century Italian Delphos Gowns

Tomasz Starzewski 80s Sage Green Column Gown w/ Huge Train
Tomasz Starzewski 80s Sage Green Column Gown w/ Huge Train

Tomasz Starzewski 80s Sage Green Column Gown w/ Huge Train

By Tomasz Starzewski

Located in Gresham, OR

A classic Tomasz Starzewski (couturier to Lady Diana) 80s sage green column gown, draped at hip, with a HUGE train which is augmented under with tulle bustle.

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1980s English Evening Gowns

Deadstock Sandra Sage for Joseph Magnin Dress + Coat Set
Deadstock Sandra Sage for Joseph Magnin Dress + Coat Set

Deadstock Sandra Sage for Joseph Magnin Dress + Coat Set

By Sandra Sage, Joseph Magnin Co.

Located in Sparks, NV

Unworn, yes UNWORN! Flawless 1960s Sandra Sage for Joseph Magnin coat and dress set with the original tags. Mod shaped swing coat flares out at the bottom and features a pop-up colla...

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1960s American Cocktail Dresses

1930s Lace Gown
1930s Lace Gown

1930s Lace Gown

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1930s Lace Gown

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Late 30s Sage Lace Gown

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1930s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Roberto Cavalli sage green silk chiffon evening dress, fw 2006
Roberto Cavalli sage green silk chiffon evening dress, fw 2006

Roberto Cavalli sage green silk chiffon evening dress, fw 2006

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in London, GB

▪ Roberto Cavalli evening dress ▪ Fall-Winter 2006 ▪ Crafted from sage green silk chiffon adorned with a motif showcasing peony flowers, dragons, and fans in elegant shades of grey, ...

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

1980s Vicky Tiel Couture Sage Green Silk Corset Dress (s)
1980s Vicky Tiel Couture Sage Green Silk Corset Dress (s)

1980s Vicky Tiel Couture Sage Green Silk Corset Dress (s)

By Vicky Tiel

Located in Port Hope, ON

Beautiful pleated corset drapedand ruched dress. The bodice is fully line for support and there are stays (boning) from the top to the waist.

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1980s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

SELF-PORTRAIT Size 2 Blue Sage Polyester Cotton Sleeveless Dress
SELF-PORTRAIT Size 2 Blue Sage Polyester Cotton Sleeveless Dress

SELF-PORTRAIT Size 2 Blue Sage Polyester Cotton Sleeveless Dress

By Self-Portrait

Located in San Francisco, CA

SELF-PORTRAIT dress in a sage blue polyester cotton blend fabric featuring sleeveless style, lace design with high neck and layered skirt, and nude lining for the perfect nude illus...

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21st Century and Contemporary Day Dresses

Alexander McQueen 2006 Light Sage Green Silk Butterfly Moth Halter Wiggle Dress
Alexander McQueen 2006 Light Sage Green Silk Butterfly Moth Halter Wiggle Dress

Alexander McQueen 2006 Light Sage Green Silk Butterfly Moth Halter Wiggle Dress

By Alexander McQueen

Located in San Francisco, CA

Alexander McQueen 2006 light sage green dress with butterfly (or moth?) print throughout. Halter top and low cut back. Side zip, snap and hook closures at strap. 100% silk. Fully...

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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

RICK OWENS LILIES SS23 Size 4 Grey Sage Viscose EDFU EMMA Mini Dress
RICK OWENS LILIES SS23 Size 4 Grey Sage Viscose EDFU EMMA Mini Dress

RICK OWENS LILIES SS23 Size 4 Grey Sage Viscose EDFU EMMA Mini Dress

By Rick Owens

Located in San Francisco, CA

RICK OWENS LILIES SS23 "EDFU EMMA" mini dress comes in a grey sage viscose featuring a thigh length, v-neck, front & back ties, and a draping design. Made in Italy. Excellent Pre-Own...

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21st Century and Contemporary Day Dresses

A Vintage 1960s Sage Green Embroidered Evening  Gown
A Vintage 1960s Sage Green Embroidered Evening  Gown

A Vintage 1960s Sage Green Embroidered Evening Gown

Located in London, GB

An elegant sage green vintage gown from the 1960s in a silk mix fabric with embroidery.

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1960s Unknown Evening Dresses and Gowns

A Vintage 1960s Sage Green evening Gown with Ribbon Detail
A Vintage 1960s Sage Green evening Gown with Ribbon Detail

A Vintage 1960s Sage Green evening Gown with Ribbon Detail

Located in London, GB

A chic sage green evening gown by Carita Couture . The dress is made of a sage green fabric, speckled with gold and has ribbon decoration.

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1960s British Evening Dresses and Gowns

M Missoni  Sage & Brown Chevron One-Shoulder Dress
M Missoni  Sage & Brown Chevron One-Shoulder Dress

M Missoni Sage & Brown Chevron One-Shoulder Dress

By M Missoni

Located in New York, NY

Product Details: Sage and brown chevron one-shoulder dress by M Missoni. Designer size 48. 28" bust, 41" length. Condition: Pre-owned. Good. Loose threads throughout.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Informal Dresses

1960's haute couture gown with embroidered feather motif
1960's haute couture gown with embroidered feather motif

1960's haute couture gown with embroidered feather motif

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Ice blue and sage green haute couture gown made of silk with embroidered feather motif dating to the 1960's.

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1960s Unknown Evening Gowns

Maggy Reeves Sage Beaded 2 Piece Cocktail Dress With Rhinestones
Maggy Reeves Sage Beaded 2 Piece Cocktail Dress With Rhinestones

Maggy Reeves Sage Beaded 2 Piece Cocktail Dress With Rhinestones

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Maggy Reeves design is available for viewing at our Beverly Hills Boutique. The cocktail dress is designed with a basic dress and a silk chiffon overlay with a bow that can be d...

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1960s American Cocktail Dresses

Burberry Sage and Green Ombre Chiffon Gown
Burberry Sage and Green Ombre Chiffon Gown

Burberry Sage and Green Ombre Chiffon Gown

By Burberry

Located in San Francisco, CA

This gown was the final look from the Burberry Prorsum resort 2015 collection - it is such a splendid creation!

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Gowns

Fall, 2002 Chado Haute Couture Black & Sage Satin Print Evening Gown & Stole
Fall, 2002 Chado Haute Couture Black & Sage Satin Print Evening Gown & Stole

Fall, 2002 Chado Haute Couture Black & Sage Satin Print Evening Gown & Stole

By Ralph Rucci, Chado Ralph Rucci

Located in Dallas, TX

Ralph Rucci's first Haute Couture runway collection, from Fall, 2002! A Gorgeous evening gown in a black silk satin with an olive pattern. The Empire strapless bodice is dart fitted...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Evening Gowns

Sage Alaskine Ralph Rucci Chado Coat Dress
Sage Alaskine Ralph Rucci Chado Coat Dress

Sage Alaskine Ralph Rucci Chado Coat Dress

By Ralph Rucci, Chado Ralph Rucci

Located in Dallas, TX

Gorgeous sage, shiny alaskine coat dress The gored dress wraps in the front and has a fluted, wired collar. Princess seamed through the bust to the hemline with a fuller skirt and no...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Missoni Sage Green and Brown Floral Dress
Missoni Sage Green and Brown Floral Dress

Missoni Sage Green and Brown Floral Dress

By Missoni

Located in San Francisco, CA

Absolutely magical - Missoni breaks from their signature zig-zag knit in a big way. This lovely dress is printed with fantastical and wild flowers that look like they came from a bea...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Day Dresses

70's Chloe Silk Evening Dress Pale Sage Green with Large Flower
70's Chloe Silk Evening Dress Pale Sage Green with Large Flower

70's Chloe Silk Evening Dress Pale Sage Green with Large Flower

By Chloé

Located in Hamburg, Deutschland

70's Chloe Silk Evening Dress with Large Flower. The color is a pale sage green. This Dress is from the time when karl Lagerfeld design for Chloe. Slip on style with elastic waist...

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1970s French Ball Gowns

1950's Ceil Chapman Sage-Green Lace Scalloped Shelf-Bust Cocktail Dress
1950's Ceil Chapman Sage-Green Lace Scalloped Shelf-Bust Cocktail Dress

1950's Ceil Chapman Sage-Green Lace Scalloped Shelf-Bust Cocktail Dress

By Ceil Chapman

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This is such a romantic and dramatic cocktail from the iconic "Ceil Chapman" designer label. Perfect for any upcoming party; you can't help but feel feminine in this beauty! The garm...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

1950's Sage-Green Metallic Floral Silk Strapless Full-Skirt Party Dress & Shawl
1950's Sage-Green Metallic Floral Silk Strapless Full-Skirt Party Dress & Shawl

1950's Sage-Green Metallic Floral Silk Strapless Full-Skirt Party Dress & Shawl

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

In this gorgeous 1950's sage-green metallic floral party dress, the detailed construction and meticulous attention to detail are comparable to what you will find in modern couture. T...

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1950s American Aesthetic Evening Dresses

1910's Edwardian Sage-Green & Golden Silk Chiffon Asymmetric Draped Gown
1910's Edwardian Sage-Green & Golden Silk Chiffon Asymmetric Draped Gown

1910's Edwardian Sage-Green & Golden Silk Chiffon Asymmetric Draped Gown

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

The stunning sage-green and golden-yellow color combination used in this 1910's Edwardian silk-chiffon gown has a fresh innocence that I find irresistible.

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20th Century Edwardian Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Vintage 1940's Sage Green Lace Cocktail Dress
Vintage 1940's Sage Green Lace Cocktail Dress

Vintage 1940's Sage Green Lace Cocktail Dress

Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI

vintage 1940's dress * sage green lace over tulle * acetate lining * sequins and pearl details * metal side zipper * matching belt condition | great - some minor lace break...

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1940s Cocktail Dresses

Doops Vintage 1950s 2 Pc Party Dress Bolero Mink Trimmed Sage Green Satin
Doops Vintage 1950s 2 Pc Party Dress Bolero Mink Trimmed Sage Green Satin

Doops Vintage 1950s 2 Pc Party Dress Bolero Mink Trimmed Sage Green Satin

Located in Portland, OR

It is a gorgeous iridescent sage green strapless evening gown with mink trim and a short shawl type bolero style jacket that ties in front.

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1950s American Evening Dresses

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By Tadashi Shoji

Located in San Diego, CA

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1990s American Cocktail Dresses

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By Valentino

Located in Miami, FL

Guaranteed authentic Valentino black satin D'Orsay pump. Peeptoe with signature bold bow. Hidden .25" platform. High stiletto heel. Comes with box. final sale Mightychic offers ...

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2010s Italian High Heels

Dolce & Gabbana pink crepe halter-neck skater dress, ss 1995
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Dolce & Gabbana pink crepe halter-neck skater dress, ss 1995

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Dolce & Gabbana pink crepe halter-neck skater dress, ss 1995

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in London, GB

▪ Dolce & Gabbana pink crepe skater dress ▪ 79% Acetate, 21% Rayon ▪ Nipping in at the waist and flaring out into a full skirt ▪ Halter-neck with string fastening ▪ Concealed zipper...

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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage Yellow Silk Gown
Vintage Yellow Silk Gown

Vintage Yellow Silk Gown

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Vintage Yellow Silk Gown

Located in London, GB

A great vintage gown in a yellow silk with stripe detail. The dress has puff sleeves, a sweetheart neckline with gathering and zip opening on the left hand side. It is fully lined.

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1930s Unknown Evening Dresses and 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. Material: silk, lac...

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1640s European Aesthetic Evening Dresses

1930s Grey and Gold Lame Dress with Sequin Appliques
1930s Grey and Gold Lame Dress with Sequin Appliques

1930s Grey and Gold Lame Dress with Sequin Appliques

Located in London, GB

This 1930s eye-catching gown is crafted from lamé in a slate grey blue with the glittering silver and gold metallic weave revealing a scrolling, botanical and floral theme. The ankle...

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1930s British Evening Dresses

Rudolf Pale Aqua Bead and Crystal Plunge-Back Blouson Cocktail Dress - M, 1950s
Rudolf Pale Aqua Bead and Crystal Plunge-Back Blouson Cocktail Dress - M, 1950s

Rudolf Pale Aqua Bead and Crystal Plunge-Back Blouson Cocktail Dress - M, 1950s

By Original by Rudolf

Located in Tucson, AZ

Neither mint green nor light blue, this dress’s resemblance to ocean mist is only underscored by its sparkling beaded bodice and hips. Its featherweight fabric, dusting of rhinestone...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

Vera Wang Blush Neoclassical Delphos Column Gown with Trailing Ties – S, 2008
Vera Wang Blush Neoclassical Delphos Column Gown with Trailing Ties – S, 2008

Vera Wang Blush Neoclassical Delphos Column Gown with Trailing Ties – S, 2008

By Vera Wang

Located in Tucson, AZ

A gown so Neoclassical it looks as if it came right off a Greek statue, with floating sash ties that permit endless styling variations. Neither pink nor peach, this gown is a flatter...

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Early 2000s American Delphos Gowns

Rare 1948 Jacques Fath Beaded Chantilly Lace Dress Gown
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By Jacques Fath

Located in Los Angeles, CA

French designer, Jacques Fath has been called the "Couturier's Couturier" and was considered one of the greatest couturiers of the 1950's. He was known for his outstanding opulent hi...

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1940s Evening Gowns

Chiffon Art Deco Celadon and Fuschia Gown
Chiffon Art Deco Celadon and Fuschia Gown

Chiffon Art Deco Celadon and Fuschia Gown

Located in New York, NY

Lovely 1930's Chiffon Art Deco Bias Celadon Gown with 2 toned self flowers and self sashes. Sheer silk chiffon gown slips over head like a bias slip, then sashes tie in back. Matchin...

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1930s American Evening Gowns

Givenchy Printed Plunging Maxi Dress
Givenchy Printed Plunging Maxi Dress

Givenchy Printed Plunging Maxi Dress

By Givenchy

Located in Geneva, CH

Wonderful 70's silhouette with this Givenchy maxi dress. Made of airy silk chiffon featuring a red and white graphic print, the dress has a deep plunging neckline at the front and re...

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1970s French Maxi Dresses

1960s Jean Patou Vintage Wool Jacket + Skirt Suit Ensemble with Faux Fur Trim
1960s Jean Patou Vintage Wool Jacket + Skirt Suit Ensemble with Faux Fur Trim

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...

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1960s French Skirt Suits

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By Gucci

Located in Conroe, TX

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By Roberto Cavalli

Located in Berlin, BE

Holy Grail Archival Cavalli Gown Thie beautiful Roberto Cavalli’s Spring/Summer 2003 gown is an exquisite statement in feminine allure, a masterpiece of fluid elegance. Well documen...

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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

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Chanel Black Silk & Lace Mini Dress Cocktail Dress

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By Chanel

Located in Studio City, CA

1980's Chanel black short-sleeved mini dress comprised of a medium weight silk fitted upper bodice, a horizontally ruched lace mid-section, a fitted waist made of gathered lace and a...

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1980s French Mini Dress

1990s Loris Azzaro Brown Sequin Strapless Cocktail Dress
1990s Loris Azzaro Brown Sequin Strapless Cocktail Dress

1990s Loris Azzaro Brown Sequin Strapless Cocktail Dress

By Loris Azzaro

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

1990s Loris Azzaro brown sequin metallic strapless cocktail party dress. fit size 4

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1990s French Cocktail Dresses

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Sage Gown For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact vintage or contemporary sage gown you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Gray is a pretty popular color, but we also have Black, Beige, Brown and more in stock now. If you’re looking for a sage gown from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of this accessory over the years, but those made by Chado Ralph Rucci, Ralph Rucci and Bill Blass are often thought to be among the most stylish.

How Much is a Sage Gown?

On average, a sage gown on 1stDibs sells for $813, while they’re typically $265 on the low end and $17,014 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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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