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Shimmer Evening Gowns

Shimmering Alexander McQueen Gold Jeweled Evening Dress Gown
Shimmering Alexander McQueen Gold Jeweled Evening Dress Gown

Shimmering Alexander McQueen Gold Jeweled Evening Dress Gown

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Alexander McQueen entrance maker gold metallic gown. Fashioned of a neutral shimmering gold metallic animal print showered with sparkling crystal embellishments. Mock neck and conc...

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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses

Valentino Runway Emerald Sequin Shimmer Dress Gown   NWT
Valentino Runway Emerald Sequin Shimmer Dress Gown   NWT

Valentino Runway Emerald Sequin Shimmer Dress Gown NWT

By Valentino

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A stunning 70's inspired Valentino Demi Couture evening gown that sparkles and shimmers on the runway.

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2010s Evening Dresses

NWT Alexander McQueen Pre Death 2009 Shimmer & Sparkle Nude Beaded Evening Dress
NWT Alexander McQueen Pre Death 2009 Shimmer & Sparkle Nude Beaded Evening Dress

NWT Alexander McQueen Pre Death 2009 Shimmer & Sparkle Nude Beaded Evening Dress

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Alexander Mcqueen 2009 hand beaded evening dress. Form fitting and tastefully fashioned of nude silk showered with clear sequins overlaid in a geometric pattern of silver sequins. Bo...

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Early 2000s Evening Dresses

Matsuda Nicole Shimmering Black Dress
Matsuda Nicole Shimmering Black Dress

Matsuda Nicole Shimmering Black Dress

By Mitsuhiro Matsuda

Located in Laguna Beach, CA

A shimmering black knee length, Lon sleeved dress by Matsuda Nicole features a flattering sweetheart neckline and back zipper.

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1980s Japanese Evening Dresses and Gowns

New Tom Ford Fur-Like Zebra Print Semi-Sheer Belted Shimmer Pleated Dress It 38
New Tom Ford Fur-Like Zebra Print Semi-Sheer Belted Shimmer Pleated Dress It 38

New Tom Ford Fur-Like Zebra Print Semi-Sheer Belted Shimmer Pleated Dress It 38

By Tom Ford

Located in Montgomery, TX

New Tom Ford Zebra Print Semi-Sheer Shimmer Belted Dress Designer size 38 Black and soft white colors. 66% Polyester, 34% Silk, Lining - 100% Silk. Fur-like shimmer fabric in zebra p...

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2010s Italian Evening Dresses

Alexander McQueen Knit Dress Reptile Shimmer Print Bodycon Cap Sleeve Midi Dress
Alexander McQueen Knit Dress Reptile Shimmer Print Bodycon Cap Sleeve Midi Dress

Alexander McQueen Knit Dress Reptile Shimmer Print Bodycon Cap Sleeve Midi Dress

By Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen, Alexander McQueen

Located in London, GB

Alexander McQueen Knit Dress Reptile Print Bodycon Cap Sleeve Midi Dress - Mainline Italy c.2012 This rare mainline Alexander McQueen reptile-pattern knit dress, c.2012 - 2014, is i...

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21st Century and Contemporary British Sheath Dresses

Ceil Chapman 1950's Champagne Silk Hand Beaded Shimmering Cocktail Dress
Ceil Chapman 1950's Champagne Silk Hand Beaded Shimmering Cocktail Dress

Ceil Chapman 1950's Champagne Silk Hand Beaded Shimmering Cocktail Dress

By Ceil Chapman

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Light up the room in this silver champagne cocktail dress with hand beading throughout by Ceil Chapman, from the 1950's. Scoop neckline and back, fully lined in silk, dangling clear ...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

1980s Yves Saint Laurent Crystal & Costume Pearl Clip-On Earrings
1980s Yves Saint Laurent Crystal & Costume Pearl Clip-On Earrings

1980s Yves Saint Laurent Crystal & Costume Pearl Clip-On Earrings

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

These earrings can be effortlessly styled with other high-fashion pieces, including a tailored black blazer from Balmain, a chic silk blouse from Gucci, or a shimmering evening gown ...

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Late 20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Saint Laurent Black Evening Gown With Crystal Details 38 FR
Saint Laurent Black Evening Gown With Crystal Details 38 FR

Saint Laurent Black Evening Gown With Crystal Details 38 FR

By Saint Laurent

Located in Sydney, New South Wales

This exquisitely crafted Saint Laurent black evening gown features shimmering crystals and is sure to catch all eyes at your next special event.

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2010s Day Dresses

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Vintage Iridescent Shimmer Sequin Gown
Vintage Iridescent Shimmer Sequin Gown

Vintage Iridescent Shimmer Sequin Gown

Located in San Francisco, CA

Wonderful shimmer white sequin gown! Bust : 34" Waist: 26" Hip: 36" Length 58" We accept Pay Pal and ship internationally. All Sales are Final

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1970s Unknown Evening Gowns

DIOR see through Nile green shimmering evening dress
DIOR see through Nile green shimmering evening dress

DIOR see through Nile green shimmering evening dress

By John Galliano, Christian Dior

Located in Newark, DE

Christian DIOR, by John GALLIANO A long and delicate, Nile green, silk and silver lurex, see trough chiffon evening sheath, bias cut, adorned with plain Nile green silk chiffon fl...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Evening Dresses

1970 LANVIN black printed Lurex long shimmering evening dress
1970 LANVIN black printed Lurex long shimmering evening dress

1970 LANVIN black printed Lurex long shimmering evening dress

Located in Newark, DE

LANVIN boutique, cira 1970 A Lanvin boutique black and emerald green stars, lurex jersey, long evening dress. Labelled ''LANVIN boutique '', plunging V neckline finishing by a cro...

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1970s French Evening Dresses

1976 DIOR HAUTE COUTURE shimmering blue chiffon evening ensemble
1976 DIOR HAUTE COUTURE shimmering blue chiffon evening ensemble

1976 DIOR HAUTE COUTURE shimmering blue chiffon evening ensemble

By Christian Dior, Marc Bohan

Located in Newark, DE

Chistian DIOR by Marc Bohan, Haute couture, 1976, A DIOR, haute couture lamé blue chiffon evening ensemble, labelled and stamped on the coat and the dress '' automne- hiver 1976 -...

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1970s French Evening Dresses

1950s Suzy Perette Black and Gold New Look Evening Dress with Shimmer Dot and
1950s Suzy Perette Black and Gold New Look Evening Dress with Shimmer Dot and

1950s Suzy Perette Black and Gold New Look Evening Dress with Shimmer Dot and

By Suzy Perette

Located in Houston, TX

Beautiful black and gold evening dress by Suzy Perette in that iconic 1950s "New Look" Style! The piece features an an elegant yet playful polkadot pattern of shimmering gold circles...

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1950s American Evening Dresses

Blumarine Couture Shimmering Cocktail Dress
Blumarine Couture Shimmering Cocktail Dress

Blumarine Couture Shimmering Cocktail Dress

Located in Xiamen, Fujian

Sleeveless, knee length dress in gold and silver sequins with subtle flounce hem, tailored waistband, and bow trimmed, deep V back.

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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Cocktail Dresses

Ronit Zilkha Spring 2001 Navy Blue Shimmer Dot Asymmetrical Slip Dress
Ronit Zilkha Spring 2001 Navy Blue Shimmer Dot Asymmetrical Slip Dress

Ronit Zilkha Spring 2001 Navy Blue Shimmer Dot Asymmetrical Slip Dress

Located in Portland, OR

This is a really fun vintage Y2K Ronit Zilkha London slip dress from her Spring Summer 2001 collection. This runway documented evening dress is made of 90% silk and 10% polyester. Th...

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Early 2000s British Evening Dresses

1970s Rudi Gernreich Shimmering Black Knit Dress
1970s Rudi Gernreich Shimmering Black Knit Dress

1970s Rudi Gernreich Shimmering Black Knit Dress

By Rudi Gernreich, Rudi Gernreich for Harmon Knitwear

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This shimmering sleeveless knee-length dress is constructed from a soft Lurex knit that is lightweight enough for a mild summer and a classic piece for your fall wardrobe. A lovely, ...

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1970s American Sheath Dresses

STEPHEN SPROUSE Black Shimmering Fringe Cocktail Dress 6
STEPHEN SPROUSE Black Shimmering Fringe Cocktail Dress 6

STEPHEN SPROUSE Black Shimmering Fringe Cocktail Dress 6

By Stephen Sprouse

Located in New York City, NY

This fabulous dress hails from STEPHEN SPROUSE. Composed of shimmering, fringed fabric and a fun, flirty cut – classic elements in Sprouse’s 1980s creations. Dress has scooped neckli...

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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

Zuhair Murad Haute Couture Metallic Gold Lace High Neck Long Sleeve Gown
Zuhair Murad Haute Couture Metallic Gold Lace High Neck Long Sleeve Gown

Zuhair Murad Haute Couture Metallic Gold Lace High Neck Long Sleeve Gown

Located in Chicago, IL

Retails at $16,000. Gorgeous and shimmering gold lace haute couture evening gown from Zuhair Murad.

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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Art Deco Chinese Carved Amethyst Bead Necklace, 1920s
Art Deco Chinese Carved Amethyst Bead Necklace, 1920s

Art Deco Chinese Carved Amethyst Bead Necklace, 1920s

Located in Burbank, CA

This is a truly spectacular example of Asian artistry from the Art Deco period, and will excite comment whether worn with a simple white shirt or with a shimmering evening gown. Mark...

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Vintage 1920s Chinese Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst

LES HABITUDES Pearlescent Gold Silk Bias Cut Gown Maxi Dress Paneled Shimmer
LES HABITUDES Pearlescent Gold Silk Bias Cut Gown Maxi Dress Paneled Shimmer

LES HABITUDES Pearlescent Gold Silk Bias Cut Gown Maxi Dress Paneled Shimmer

Located in Leonardo, NJ

Les Habitudes Golden Shimmery silk Bias cut Beautiful paneling Pullover No size tag, please see measurements below Excellent Condition, only flaw is a dirty hem as pictured Measureme...

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2010s Evening Gowns

Chanel Shimmer Black V Neck Bow Dress Runway 2013
Chanel Shimmer Black V Neck Bow Dress Runway 2013

Chanel Shimmer Black V Neck Bow Dress Runway 2013

By Chanel

Located in Boca Raton, FL

At the start, Chanel famously dressed “the modern woman” however over time, the house of Chanel transformed to represent a sophisticated old-world elegance and charm unparalleled by ...

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2010s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Ports 1961 Draped Shimmering Dress (2)
Ports 1961 Draped Shimmering Dress (2)

Ports 1961 Draped Shimmering Dress (2)

By Fiona Cibani, Ports 1961

Located in Port Hope, ON

The blend of mainly silk with a bit of polyamide and metallic fibers give this dress a wonderful shine. There is draping back and front, and includes the neckline. The lining is 100...

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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Cocktail Dresses

Chanel Paris / Venice Runway Belted Shimmering Dress
Chanel Paris / Venice Runway Belted Shimmering Dress

Chanel Paris / Venice Runway Belted Shimmering Dress

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

Fabulous Chanel shimmer dress with belt from Catwalk of Paris / VENICE Cruise Collection by Mr Karl Lagerfeld. Size mark 40 FR. Condition is pristine, no signs of wear.

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2010s Cocktail Dresses

Chanel Paris / Venice Runway Belted Shimmering Dress
Chanel Paris / Venice Runway Belted Shimmering Dress

Chanel Paris / Venice Runway Belted Shimmering Dress

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

Fabulous Chanel shimmer dress with belt from Catwalk of Paris / VENICE Cruise Collection by Mr Karl Lagerfeld. Size mark 40 FR. Condition is pristine, no signs of wear.

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2010s Cocktail Dresses

1970s Apple Green Shimmer Jersey Wrap Dress With Belt Included
1970s Apple Green Shimmer Jersey Wrap Dress With Belt Included

1970s Apple Green Shimmer Jersey Wrap Dress With Belt Included

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Capture the essence of glamor with this vintage 1970s apple green shimmer jersey wrap dress. Crafted from stretchy fabric, it offers a customizable fit that flatters every silhouette...

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1970s Toga Dresses

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN beige wool SHIMMER 3/4 Sleeve Dress 44
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN beige wool SHIMMER 3/4 Sleeve Dress 44

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN beige wool SHIMMER 3/4 Sleeve Dress 44

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Zürich, CH

Alexander McQueen 3/4-sleeve dress in shimmering beige wool (55%), silk (40%), polyamide (4%) and elastane (1%). Opens with zipper on the back. Lined in beige acetate (52%) and visco...

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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Cocktail Dresses

HERVE LEGER Max Azria rose gold shimmer bandage bodycon stretch dress M
HERVE LEGER Max Azria rose gold shimmer bandage bodycon stretch dress M

HERVE LEGER Max Azria rose gold shimmer bandage bodycon stretch dress M

By Herve Léger

Located in Hong Kong, NT

HERVE LEGER Max Azria rose gold shimmer bandage bodycon stretch dress M Reference: CAKK/A00006 Brand: Herve Leger Designer: Max Azria Material: Polyester Color: Pink Pattern: So...

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2010s Chinese Cocktail Dresses

ROMEO GIGLI JOYCE gold shimmer lace angular neckline cocktail dress FR42 L
ROMEO GIGLI JOYCE gold shimmer lace angular neckline cocktail dress FR42 L

ROMEO GIGLI JOYCE gold shimmer lace angular neckline cocktail dress FR42 L

By Romeo Gigli

Located in Hong Kong, NT

ROMEO GIGLI JOYCE gold shimmer lace angular neckline cocktail dress FR42 L Reference: CAKK/A00004 Brand: Romeo Gigli Material: Polyester Color: Gold Pattern: Floral Closure: Zip...

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2010s Cocktail Dresses

Givenchy Pleated Shimmering Shades of Silk Dress Gown
Givenchy Pleated Shimmering Shades of Silk Dress Gown

Givenchy Pleated Shimmering Shades of Silk Dress Gown

By Givenchy

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A Givenchy accordian pleated silk evening gown. Fashioned in shimmering hues of orange, gold, silver and rose.

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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses

Shimmering Leopard Sequin Dress
Shimmering Leopard Sequin Dress

Shimmering Leopard Sequin Dress

Located in New York, NY

Shimmering Leopard Sequin Dress

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1980s Cocktail Dresses

1970s Alfred Bosand Pale Pink Silk Gown w Lovely Shimmering Pink Silver Beading
1970s Alfred Bosand Pale Pink Silk Gown w Lovely Shimmering Pink Silver Beading

1970s Alfred Bosand Pale Pink Silk Gown w Lovely Shimmering Pink Silver Beading

By Alfred Bosand

Located in Gresham, OR

1970s Alfred Bosand Pale Pink Silk Gown w Lovely Shimmering Pink Silver Floral Pattern Beading: Languid silk chiffon maxi dress, fully lined with a beautiful floral motif throughout...

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1970s American Maxi Dress

Prada Shimmering Blue Silk Paillette Plunge Back Dress, 2012
Prada Shimmering Blue Silk Paillette Plunge Back Dress, 2012

Prada Shimmering Blue Silk Paillette Plunge Back Dress, 2012

By Prada

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Prada is one of the few design houses that successfully and consistently crafts collections that balance color, print, and texture. Whether it be fur or sequins, Prada is known for h...

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2010s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Numbered 113623, Circa 1990
Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Numbered 113623, Circa 1990

Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Numbered 113623, Circa 1990

By Pierre Balmain

Located in Toulon, FR

Negative Points: Some stains on the skirt on the left side, bottom a bit worn, otherwise superb evening gown with shimmering colors and royal look thanks to the train.

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1960s French Ball Gowns

Ralph Lauren Shimmering Evening Dress 2016
Ralph Lauren Shimmering Evening Dress 2016

Ralph Lauren Shimmering Evening Dress 2016

By Ralph Lauren

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a one shoulder evening dress by Ralph Lauren from the fall/winter 2016 season. It's is made from a shimmering pear green colored fabric and features an asymmetrical design w...

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2010s Italian Evening Dresses

1960's Shimmering Gold Beaded Lace Gown
1960's Shimmering Gold Beaded Lace Gown

1960's Shimmering Gold Beaded Lace Gown

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Gorgeous 1960's gown is cut from a nude chiffon overlaid with delicate metallic gold lace embellished with textural clusters of hand-sewn looped glass seed beads, bugle beads and seq...

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1960s Evening Gowns

Oscar de la Renta Shimmering Evening Dress Size 14
Oscar de la Renta Shimmering Evening Dress Size 14

Oscar de la Renta Shimmering Evening Dress Size 14

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in Cloverdale, CA

Oscar de la Renta Shimmering Evening Dress

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1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

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Shimmer Evening Gowns For Sale on 1stDibs

Browse a vast assortment of shimmer evening gowns for sale on 1stDibs. For shimmer evening gowns, black is a pretty popular color, but we also have brown, gray, beige and more in stock now. The ideal items for you are waiting among the distinctive accessories we have available, which include versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Finding appealing shimmer evening gowns such as these — no matter the origin — is easy, but Oscar De La Renta, Chanel and Tom Ford each produced popular versions that are worth a look. Finding accessories for sale for women should be easy, but there are 13 pieces available to browse for men as well as unisex, too.

How Much are Shimmer Evening Gowns?

The prices for shimmer evening gowns start at $120 and top out at $70,000 with these items, on average, selling for $1,200.

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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