Christian Dior Boutique Silk Dress - '50s
By Christian Dior
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Exquisitely designed by Monsieur Dior, this Christian Dior Boutique silk dress features a striking watercolor floral pattern in vibrant red.
Christian Dior Boutique Silk Dress - '50s
By Christian Dior
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Exquisitely designed by Monsieur Dior, this Christian Dior Boutique silk dress features a striking watercolor floral pattern in vibrant red.
Price Upon Request
50s Silk Jacquard Cocktail Dress w/ Swallowtail Bow -
Located in Gresham, OR
A fantastic 50s silk jacquard cocktail dress in black with a floral pattern: zips up the back with a square neckline, 3/4 fitted sleeves, deep V back, a gathered swag rides low on t...
Amazing 1950s Canary Yellow Silk Vintage Cut - Out 50s Bombshell Wiggle Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
The perfect yellow dress for spring and summer! This fine mid century gem features cut-outs above the bust, and at hem. Cut-outs feature a sheer layer of yellow silk underneath. High...
$430Sale Price|21% Off
Late 1950s Addie Masters Silk 50s Day Dress w/ Yellow & White Polka Dots
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing late 1950s/very early 1960s Addie Masters silk dress! Vibrant yellow color, with white polka dots throughout. Addie Masters was a very important Californian designer in the 1...
Vintage Ceil Chapman 1950s Emerald Silk 50S Cocktail Dress Scarf Neckline
By Ceil Chapman
Located in San Diego, CA
⸻ Ceil Chapman, vintage Ceil Chapman dress, 1950s cocktail dress, 1960s silk dress, emerald green dress, draped neckline dress, scarf neckline dress, mid century designer dress, v...
Chic 1950s Pocket Watch Novelty Print Red White and Blue Silk 50s Shirt Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic vintage 1950s silk novelty pocket watch print silk fit n' flare nautical shirt dress! Features pocket watches printed throughout in red, white and navy blue. Buttons up the fron...
Gorgeous 1950s 50s Lipstick Red Demi Couture Silk Brocade Cocktail Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning 1950s vintage lipstick red DEMI COUTURE silk brocade dress! Floral brocade throughout with a wonderful chiffon overlay skirt. Mostly hand sewn. Full metal zipper up the back...
Price Upon Request
James Galanos Early 50s Cocktail Dress in Wool and Silk Chiffon
By James Galanos
Located in Gresham, OR
A gorgeous very early example of James Galanos' fine work. Label style indicates it was made between '51 and '55. Very simple but extremely structured wool strapless bodice and volu...
1950s Nina Ricci Couture Brown + Black Medallion Print Silk Vintage 50s Dress
By Nina Ricci
Located in San Diego, CA
Wonderful mid-late 50s NINA RICCI Couture brown and black medallion print silk dress !
Stunning 1950s Bullock's Wilshire Large Size Black Silk Sequined 50s Midi Dress
By Bullock Wilshire
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning vintage 50s Bullock's Wilshire demi couture black silk sequined tea length midi dress!
$716Sale Price|20% Off
1950s Edith Flagg Large Size Black Silk Velvet Vintage 50s Wiggle Dress
By Edith Flagg
Located in San Diego, CA
Bombshell early 50s EDITH FLAGG black silk velvet larger size wiggle dress!
Vintage 1950's Red Floral Silk Pleated Wiggle Dress Cocktail 50s Dress US 2 UK 6
Located in Nashville, TN
Rendered in the most vibrant floral pattern, with blooming red flowers set against green foliage and a cream base, this original 1950's silk cocktail dress, is just the piece for tha...
1950s Demi Couture Gold + Black Silk Brocade and Chiffon Vintage 50s Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1950s demi couture gold and black silk brocade and chiffon cocktail dress! Features a tailored gold and black silk flower brocade bodice, with a forgiving black silk chiffo...
$636Sale Price|20% Off
1950s Demi Couture Taupe Brown Silk Brocade Vintage 50s Bombshell Wiggle Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1950s taupe / light brown silk brocade sleeveless wiggle dress ! The perfect color for anytime of year for ay day or evening event. Flattering tailored ruched bodice with f...
Beautiful 1950s Edward Abbott Demi Couture 50s Champagne Beige Silk Beaded Dress
By Edward Abbott
Located in San Diego, CA
Absolutely beautiful vintage late 1950s EDWARD ABBOTT champagne beige silk brocade beaded demi couture wiggle dress! Stunning silhouette that really flatters the body. Luxurious silk...
1950s Demi Couture Avocado Green Silk Brocade Vintage 50s Cap Sleeve Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful late 1950s demi couture avocado green silk brocade cap sleeve dress! Features a floral silk brocade pattern. Lots of attention to detail, with hand-sewn finishings. Full me...
Suzy Perette 1950s Black Silk Shantung Short Sleeve Vintage 50s Bombshell Dress
By Suzy Perette
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous 1950s SUZY PERETTE black silk shantung short sleeve bombshell dress! Features a tailored fitted bodice with a flattering and forgiving full skirt. Bow detail at each side of...
1950s Demi Couture Black Silk Cut - Out Chic Vintage 50s Cocktail Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1950s demi couture black silk cut-out cocktail dress! Features a fitted bodice and forgiving skirt. Low cut back features a large bow that snaps on one side. Full metal zipper u...
1950s Suzy Perette Black Silk Chiffon Nude Illusion Couture Vintage 50s Dress
By Suzy Perette
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible 1950s SUZY PERETTE black silk chiffon nude illusion couture tiered cocktail dress! Features a black strapless bodice with a sheer chiffon overlay. Three tiers of soft luxu...
1950s Saks Fifth Avenue Watercolor Demi Couture Beaded Silk Vintage 50s Dress
By Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in San Diego, CA
Sensational late 1950s, early 1960s 60s luxurious silk watercolor beaded dress! Features vibrant green, pink, blue and white colors throughout. Thousands of hand-sewn seeds beads thr...
Badgley Mischka Light Gold Fit and Flare 50s Style Flattering Silk Dress
By Badgley Mischka
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful BADGLEY MISCHKA light gold 1950s style silk dress! Perfect gold color, on the finest silk! Fit & flare style, with a slight A - Line shape. Features cap sleeves, with a sco...
1990s Couture Black Silk Hi - Lo Beaded Sleeveless 50s Style Cocktail Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1990s does 1950s demi couture black silk dress! Features a fitted bodice, with a flared high-low skirt. Hundreds of hand-sewn sequins and beads mixed with lave throughout. ...
1950s Bess Myerson Lipstick Red + White One Shoulder Vintage 50s Silk Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare and exquisite Avant Garde BESS MYERSON by Natlynn Demi Couture lipstick red and white one shoulder silk dress! Bess Myerson was a Miss America winner in 1945. She also dabbled i...
Amazing 1950s Gold Bronze Silk Metallic Late 50s Vintage Wiggle Bombshell Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and flattering late 1950s vintage silk metallic wiggle dress! Incredible amount of detail was placed on the construction of this gem. Gorgeous golden bronze color. Definite...
Gorgeous 1950s Saks 5th Avenue Demi Couture Silk Chiffon Beige Vintage 50s Dress
By Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous 50s SAKS 5th AVE. demi couture beige + taupe + ivory silk chiffon daisy print floral cocktail dress!
1950s Black and Red Silk Brocade Flower Print Off Shoulder Vintage 50s Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage late 50s demi couture silk brocade black and red off-the-shoulder cocktail dress !
Carole King Vintage 1950s Green Watercolor Floral Silk 3/4 Sleeves 50s Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage 1950s 50s rare dress designed by baseball great Leo Durocher's second wife, Grace Dozier Durocher, for CAROLE KING!
1950s Sa'Bett of California Demi Couture Gold Silk Brocade Vintage 50s Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous 1950 SA'BETT of CALIFORNIA demi couture gold silk brocade belted sleeveless sheath dress ! Features a luxurious silk brocade fabric that offers just the right amount of glim...
$933Sale Price|25% Off
1950s Demi Couture House of Nine Black Silk Chiffon Vintage 50s Rhinestone Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1950s House of Nine demi couture black silk chiffon bombshell halter dress ! Tailored bodice with three strands of rhinestones under the bust that leads into the back. Full...
Gorgeous 1950s Demi Couture Leopard Cheetah Print Silk Fit n' Flare 50s Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous vintage 1950s demi couture leopard/cheetah print fit and flare silk dress! This is one bombshell of a dress, and is a classic beauty! Features allover animal print. Fitted b...
1950s Eleanor Green / Mary Norton Silk Crepe Pink Short Sleeve Vintage 50s Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic and flattering late 1950s ELEANOR GREEN for MARY NORTON pink silk crepe short sleeve dress! Features the perfect shade pink with a tailored bodice with intricate draping at the ...
1950s Large Plus Size Hand Painted Black Silk Woven Ribbon Vintage 50s Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful couture quality 1950s large size woven silk ribbon hand painted dress ! Features a flattering tailored bodice with a forgiving skirt. Hand painted flowers in blue, turquois...
$956Sale Price|20% Off
1950s Lipstick Red Silk Taffeta Rose Pocket Appliqué Fit n’ Flare 50s Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and rare vintage 1950s lipstick red silk and nylon taffeta fit and flare dress ! Tailored bodice with a full skirt that features a black taffeta rose with green velvet ste...
1950s Black + Hot Pink Velvet Silk Fit n' Flare Vintage 50s Couture Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous 1950s demi couture black velvet and hot pink silk fit n' flare dress ! Features a tailored bodice with a full skirt. Hot pink bow detail at left side. Matching pink fabric a...
$796Sale Price|20% Off
1950s Dynasty I Magnin Raspberry Red Gold Flowers Silk Satin Vintage 50s Dress
By Dynasty
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning mid/late 1950s DYNASTY for I. MAGNIN raspberry red and gold silk satin sleeveless demi couture dress! Not quite red, and not quite pink, this beautiful gem features gold emb...
$971Sale Price|25% Off
1950s Charles Hymen Novelty Postcard Print Vintage 50s 3/4 Sleeves Silk Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic and rare CHARLES HYMEN novelty postcard print fit n’ flare silk dress ! Features prints of different postcards and letters throughout. Buttons up the front center bodice. Hidden...
Gorgeous 1950s Demi Couture Black Silk Eyelet and Lace Vintage 50s Wiggle Dress
By Pab
Located in San Diego, CA
Insanely gorgeous demi couture 1950s black silk lace and eyelet wiggle cocktail dress designed by, "PAB" ! This beauty is not only extremely well made, but exudes class and fashion! ...
1950s Halmar Demi Couture Taupe / Light Brown Silk Vintage 50s Mermaid Hem Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous 1950 HALMAR demi couture taupe / light brown silk mermaid hem cocktail dress! Features a tailored fitted bodice and body, with a remarkable flared hem. Hem features an attac...
1950s House of Branell Black and White Silk Floral Vintage 50s Wrap Dress
By Branell
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous 1950s demi couture HOUSE OF BRANELL black and white floral print silk short sleeve dress! Faux wrap style is flattering and comfortable for an array of sizes. Fitted bodice ...
Gorgeous 1950s Black + Gold Silk Lace Fit and Flare Glitter Vintage 50s Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous 1950s black and gold silk lace fit n' flare cocktail dress! Features luxurious black French lace with a golden satin underlay, with sparkles of colorful glitter sporadically...
1950s Demi Couture Green Botanical Floral Silk Fit n' Flare Vintage 50s Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1950s demi couture green botanical floral print silk fit n' flare sleeveless dress ! Features various shade of green throughout. Hidden metal zipper up the back with hook-a...
1950s Werle of Beverly Hills Demi Couture Pink + Fuchsia Silk Chiffon 50s Dress
By WERLE of Beverly Hills
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning 1950s vintage WERLE OF BEVERLY HILLS demi couture pink, fuchsia and white watercolor print chiffon silk dress! I once had the long sleeved version of this rare gem, and I wa...
Chic 1950s Demi Couture Black French Lace Nude Illusion Vintage 50s Silk Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1950s black French lace cocktail dress! Features luxurious black French lace, with a fitted bodice and flattering forgiving skirt. Full metal zipper with hook-and-eye closure. C...
1950s Black and White Crepe and Silk Fringe 50s Vintage Wiggle Flapper Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1950s black and white fringe flapper fringe dress, with a 1920s twist! Wonderful soft black crepe, with a body hugging wiggle fit. Fringe at bust and hem. Full metal zipper with...
1950s Size 0 Cobalt Blue Silk Damask Fit n' Flare Vintage 50s Rockabilly Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1950s Size 0 cobalt blue silk damask fit n' flare sleeveless rockabilly dress ! Features a tailored bodice with a full skirt. Full metal zipper up the back with hook-and-ey...
1950s Demi Couture Lips Stick Red Silk Lace 3/4 Sleeve Vintage 50s Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible 1950s demi couture lipstick red silk lace fit n' flare cocktail dress! Features silk taffeta with red lace overlay. Large satin bow detail at center front hem. Fitted tail...
1950s Gigi Young Salmon Coral Pink Silk Taffeta Vintage 50s Fit n Flare Dress
By GiGi Young
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1950s GIG YOUNG salmon / coral pink silk taffeta fit n' flare 3/4 sleeves dress! Features a wonderful flattering tailored bodice with a forgiving full skirt, which could al...
$500Sale Price|33% Off
1950s Grey + Black Silk Plaid Taffeta Fit n Flare Short Sleeve Vintage 50s Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Pretty 1950s silk taffeta short puff sleeve dress! Features a grey metallic backdrop with black plaid printed throughout. Fitted tailored bodice with ruffles along the neckline. Chic...
Beautiful 1950s Rose Print Silk Brocade Brown Orange Gold 50s Dress and Jacket
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1950s demi couture rose print silk brocade dress AND jacket ensemble! Features a beautiful fabric with autumnal colors of brown, burnt orange and gold throughout. Pillbox jacket...
$971Sale Price|25% Off
1950s Dynasty Black Silk Fit n’ Flare 3/4 Sleeves Vintage 50s Dress Scribe Print
By Dynasty
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1950s Dynasty black silk scribe print fit and flare dress ! Features a tailored bodice with 3/4 sleeves. Hidden metal zipper up the back with hook-and-eye closure. Full ski...
$1,836Sale Price|20% Off
1950s Ceil Chapman Size 6 Black Silk Chiffon Fully Sequined Long Sleeve Gown 50s
By Ceil Chapman
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare museum quality early 50s vintage Ceil Chapman black silk chiffon sequin evening gown.
Beautiful Vintage Silk Kimono Dress Gown 1950s Couture Asian Robe Coat 40s 50s
Located in Berlin, BE
Hollywood Glamour Vibes. Not sure if I'm really ready to part with her but oh well... This true beauty is what boudoir dreams are made of. The most amazing pure Silk Kimono Dress l...
1950s Ivory Brown and Gold Embroidered Silk Tunic Skirt Vintage 50s Patio Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1950s lightweight silk ivory, brown and gold embroidered tunic and skirt ensemble / patio dress ! Tunic top features brown and gold ric rac and gold embroidered flowers th...
1950s Adele Simpson Black Silk Two Piece Fit n' Flare Vintage 50s Dress Set Suit
By Adele Simpson
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1950s ADELE SIMPSON black silk two piece blouse and skirt! Features a tailored 3/4 sleeves blouse with tie at center neck. Silk Covered buttons up the front center. High waisted...
1950s Neiman Marcus Couture Black Silk Chiffon Strapless Vintage 50s Wiggle Gown
By Neiman Marcus
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous bombshell 1950s NEIMAN MARCUS couture strapless silk chiffon evening dress! Impeccable construction, with so much detail and workmanship. Built in interior bustier keeps eve...
50's Graffiti Silk Organza Dress
Located in Topanga, CA
1950's graffiti print silk organza dress. Exaggerated, puff sleeves, dropped from shoulder, giving a beautiful silhouette across the decollete. Fully lined, bustier with boning.
50s Estevez Silk Dress
By Estevez
Located in Miami Beach, FL
If You’ve Looked At Any Other Estevez On OUR Site, You’ve Read About What Devoted Fans We Are, And How Brilliant And Body-Flattering We Find His Designs. 1955 Was When Estevez Made T...
50s Black Silk Rose Dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
50s Black Silk Rose Dress
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Irene 50s Fitted Black Silk Car Wash Dress
By Irene
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fascinating design with excellent tailoring by famed Hollywood Costume designer Irene. Black silk with loose panels at the bottom of the skirt that are tacked at hem. Zips up back. S...
50's Hattie Carnegie Black Silk Faille Evening Dress
By Hattie Carnegie
Located in San Francisco, CA
50's Hattie Carnegie black silk faille evening dress with embellishments.
50s Black Silk Shantung Short Sleeve Cocktail Dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
50s Black Silk Shantung Short Sleeve Cocktail Dress.
Late 50s Christian Dior - New York Midnight Blue Silk Taffeta Dress With Corsele
By Christian Dior
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fabulous late 50s afternoon dress by Christian Dior in midnight blue silk taffeta.
50s Christian Dior London Black Shantung Silk Cocktail Dress
By Christian Dior
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Christian Dior - London label. Circa late 1950s - possibly Yves Saint Laurent period.Shantung silk cocktail dress with raised waistline. Retains all of the original under-pinnings. ...
50s I Magnin Drop Waist Silk Taffeta Petal Sleeve Dress with Brooch
By I. Magnin
Located in San Francisco, CA
50s I Magnin Drop Waist Silk Taffeta Petal Sleeve Dress with Brooch
Classic 50s Ceil Chapman Black Silk Taffeta Strapless Cocktail Dress
By Ceil Chapman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The classic 1950s silhouetted dress by coveted designer Ceil Chapman. Strapless fit and flare in silk taffeta. Boned bodice with dramatic swag from waist. Unlined and zips up side.
Mollie Parnis early 1950s black silk dress 44 bust
By Mollie Parnis
Located in San Francisco, CA
Early 50s silk dress by Mollie Parnis. Excellent condition.
50s Silk Floral Print Party Dress
Located in Gresham, OR
A great little 50s silk party dress with floral print in shades of brown.
50s Silk Chiffon Cocktail Dress
Located in Gresham, OR
Fabulous 1950s silk printed chiffon over structured cocktail dress.
50s Cream Silk Ribbon Hand Crochet Dress
Located in Gresham, OR
A gorgeous hand-crocheted 50s cream silk ribbon dress with horizontal bands of scalloped trim!
50s Taupe Ribbon Crochet Silk Dress
Located in Gresham, OR
A gorgeous, delicate 1950s hand-crochet dress with fitted bodice and a flared skirt made of taupe silk ribbon! Gorgeous
50s Silk Rainbow Striped Chiffon Dress
Located in Gresham, OR
A great 1950s chiffon dress made of printed striped silk chiffon in a rainbow of fruit colors! Lined with belt~
50s Floral Washed Silk Wiggle Dress w/ Back Cowl
Located in Gresham, OR
A beautiful 50s lightweight washed silk floral print wiggle dress with notched neckline and back cowl.
Gorgeous 50s Silk Organza Floral Print I. Magnin Dress
Located in Gresham, OR
A gorgeous 50s silk organza floral print I. Magnin button down dress with covered buttons.
50s Silk Day Dress with Polkadots and Shawl Collar
Located in Gresham, OR
A super-cute 1950s silk shantung day dress from Tobie in cappuccino brown with white polkadots, a fitted bodice and shawl collar.
Charming 50s Flocked Silk Satin Cocktail Dress
Located in Gresham, OR
A charming 50s silk satin cocktail dress with flocked floral print in blue and green roses against a black satin background.
2000S CHLOE Golden Yellow Silk Chiffon Pleated 50S Style Dress
By Chloé
Located in New York, NY
2000S CHLOE Golden Yellow Silk Chiffon Pleated 50S Style Dress
Vintage 1950s 50s Black Silk Asymmetric One-Shoulder Wiggle Cocktail Party Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Unique 1950s custom made black silk cocktail dress with a draped one shoulder cut. Simple, elegant and flattering. Details Unlined Side Zip and Hook Closure Circa: 1950s Est...
50s Silk Flocked Brocade Samuel Winston Party Dress
By Samuel Winston
Located in Gresham, OR
A fantastic 50s party dress in black silk velvet flocked jacquard by Roxanne for Samuel Winston.
Ceil Chapman Attributed 50s Silk Satin Origami Pleat Dress
By Ceil Chapman
Located in Sparks, NV
Sadly, the tags have been removed on this gorgeous dress, but the owner promises that this is a Ceil Chapman. Ceil Chapman used this same green silk satin fabric on many of her piece...
50s Silk Taffeta Ruffled Dress with Taffeta Waist
Located in Gresham, OR
A wonderful 1950s dress with full skirt and taffeta ruched and wrapped waist emphasis. Dress is lined with an outer layer of silk tulle embellished with small rows of taffeta ruffle...
B. Altman 50s Beaded Yellow Silk Chiffon Cocktail Dress
By B. Altman & Co.
Located in Gresham, OR
A gorgeous little 50s B. Altman and Co. silk chiffon cocktail dress in yellow with yellow and white beading, rhinestones and fringe embellishing the bodice.
Vintage 1950s 50s Floral Print Silk Full Sweep Cocktail Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Gorgeous creamy silk cocktail dress in an autumn colored floral print. Full sweep, 3/4 length sleeves and a waist tie. Rear metal zip closure. Bust: Up to 36" Waist: 26" Total L...
Karen Stark for Harvey Berin 50's Silk Chantilly Lace Dress
By Harvey Berin
Located in Gresham, OR
This is a truly spectacular Little Black Dress! This wonderfully delicate 1950's black sheath dress with fuchsia gathered inset sash bodice and lace overlay is marked "Harvey Berin d...
Karen Stark for Harvey Berin 50's Silk Chantilly Lace Dress
By Harvey Berin
Located in Gresham, OR
This is a truly spectacular Little Black Dress! This wonderfully delicate 1950's black sheath dress with fuchsia gathered inset sash bodice and lace overlay is marked "Harvey Berin ...
Traina-Norell 50s Mint Green Silk Satin Party Dress
By Norman Norell, Traina-Norell
Located in Gresham, OR
A divine Traina-Norell pale mint green silk satin party dress with tie-yourself shoulder straps, covered back button bodice, matching belt and heavily pleated buoyantly full tea-leng...
Ginger Rogers Couture 50s Silk Taffeta & Velvet Cocktail Dress
Located in Gresham, OR
From the couture wardrobe of the famed dancer Ginger Rogers comes this spectacular 1950s cocktail dress in pure silk taffeta flocked in velvet florals with a broad ballet neckline an...
Don Loper Unmarked 50s Purple / Lilac Silk Cocktail Dress
Located in Gresham, OR
This is a fantastic dress: unmarked, but attributed to Don Loper, considering construction, styling and fabrics. 1950s fitted bodice with wide ballet neckline, low cut back with "ob...
50s Traina-Norell Silk and Brocade Cocktail Dress in Cappuccino
By Traina-Norell
Located in Gresham, OR
A sweet 50s Traina-Norell cocktail dress in cappuccino silk with gold Sari-inspired brocade panels, "cummerbund" bodice and keyhole-tie neckline.
Paul Whitney 50s Silk Shantung Cocktail Dress w/ Super Structure
By Paul Whitney
Located in Gresham, OR
A 50s Paul Whitney silk shantung cocktail dress in pale pink with pleated skirt, built in crinoline and creatively structured bodice and open back detail.
Stunning 50s Silk Chiffon Party Dress in Shades of Chartreuse
Located in Gresham, OR
A stunning 50s silk chiffon party dress by Nanty in three shades of olive and chartreuse!
50s Arnold Scaasi Silk Lace Party Dress w/ Full Skirt
By Arnold Scaasi
Located in Gresham, OR
A lovely 50s Arnold Scaasi black silk lace cocktail dress: zips up the back with a simple fitted bodice and full pleated skirt with under crinoline for volume.
Neiman Marcus 50s Lilac Lace and Fuchsia Silk Strapless Dress
By Neiman Marcus
Located in Gresham, OR
A fantastic and unusual 50s cocktail dress from Neiman Marcus. Lavender silk satin appliquéd with delicate lilac lace and vivid fuchsia sash at the waist.
Vintage 1950s 50s Midnight Blue Asymmetric Draped Silk Party Cocktail Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Gorgeous 1950s midnight blue draped silk cocktail dress with a nipped waist and metal side zipper. Unlined with side zip and hook closure. This is an estimated size small with the...
50s Paul Whitney Silk Floral Party Dress w/ Applique Work
By Paul Whitney
Located in Gresham, OR
A beautiful and unusual Paul Whitney 50s party dress in floral print silk: sleeveless with fitted bodice and full skirt.
50s Watered Silk Floral Party Dress with Obi-Inspired Bow
Located in Gresham, OR
A fantastic charming little 50s cocktail dress made from "watered" silk floral print which has a blurred "impressionistic" appearance to the print.
Ginger Rogers 50s Aquamarine Silk Satin Dress and Jacket
Located in Gresham, OR
Ginger Rogers 50s aquamarine silk satin dress and jacket. A gorgeous couture piece made for the famous dancer in the fifties features dramatic ruching and draping with a ruffle down...
Vintage 1950s 50s Metallic Screen Printed Silk "Mushroom" Print Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
High quality and custom made silk dress in immaculate condition! This dress features a hand screen printed mushroom design in metallic silver, gold, red and black inks. Full sweep wi...
Frank Starr Original 50s Silk Satin and Brocade Cocktail Dress
By Frank Starr
Located in Gresham, OR
A gorgeous Frank Starr Original "Candlelight" white silk satin dress with princess bodice and edge woven real metallic lame brocade at the skirt. New old stock: never worn. Size 6.
Flirty Floral Early 50s Sleeveless Silk Sheath
Located in Gresham, OR
Adorable Lou-Ette 50s silk floral print sleeveless sheath with chiffon bust detail. Fully lined.
Vintage 1950s 50s Blue + Black Silk Full Sweep Cocktail Formal Party Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Absolutely stunning iridescent aqua blue and black jacquard silk vintage cocktail dress from the 1950's. Off-the-shoulder neckline, rear metal zip and hook closure and full sweep. ...
Christian Dior Late '50s Silk Brocade Cocktail Dress w/ Shoes
By Christian Dior
Located in Gresham, OR
An stunning Christian Dior Original from the late 1950s in two color coral and fuschia floral brocade. Features a wrap style blouson bodice and gathered full skirt. The belt is shape...
50s Structured Silk Chiffon Goddess Gown
Located in Gresham, OR
Italian made 1950s structured silk chiffon goddess gown with rhinestone straps and attached brooch.
Vintage 1950's silk pleated velvet halter neck cocktail dress LBD 50s UK 8 US 4
Located in Nashville, TN
A marvel to behold. This original 1950's silk pleated dress with velvet and tulle accents, is the perfect piece for that special occasion. The straight cut neckline is accented by ...
James Galanos 50s Butterfly Print Silk Taffeta Wrap Construction
By James Galanos
Located in Gresham, OR
James Galanos 1950s butterfly print silk taffeta cocktail dress with wrap construction and front closure, box pleated skirt with built in underpinnings.
Beautiful 1950s Michael Novarese Kelly Green Silk Satin Fit n' Flare 50s Dress
By Michael Novarese
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous vintage 1950s MICHAEL NOVARESE demi couture kelly green silk satin fit and flare dress! Fine silk satin, with a fitted bodice, and flared skirt. Striking kelly green color t...
50s Catherine Scott Silk Faille Gown in Dramatic Stripes
Located in Gresham, OR
A wonderful 50s Marshall Field and Co.Catherine Scott silk gown in vivid striped silk faille. Bodice is structured and skirt is heavily pleated at hip. Never worn with original tag...
Vintage 1950s 50s Rose Lace and Pleated Silk Party Dress with a Full Sweep
Located in Sparks, NV
Gorgeous rose lace party dress with a full sweep and tiered pleated detail around the neckline and in the back. Details: Fully Lined Side Metal Zip Closure Estimated Size: S...
50s Silk Satin Floral Formal Gown w/ Emerald Satin Bodice
Located in Gresham, OR
A spectacular, unlabeled 1950s gown made entirely of silk satin and velvet flocked floral print silk satin. ruched bodice with off-the-shoulder sleeve treatment. Structured inside.
50s Helen Rose Embroidered Silk Organza Gown w/ Puff Sleeves
By Helen Rose
Located in Gresham, OR
A fabulous 50s Helen Rose gown in pale blush silk taffeta layered over with floral embroidered silk organza. A cinched, banded waist with front bow, low cut button back, extremely fu...
Ceil Chapman 50s Silk Satin Azure Cocktail Gown w/ Bubble Hem
By Ceil Chapman
Located in Gresham, OR
A wonderful 50s silk satin Ceil Chapman cocktail dress in azure blue with a gathered swagged hep bubble hem skirt, fitted waist and pleated bodice with spaghetti straps.
50s Kelly Green Silk Chantilly Lace and Satin Tea Length Gown
Located in Gresham, OR
A fantastic 50s silk Chantilly lace and satin tea length gown in Kelly green by Rosalie MacRini, originally sold at Ransohoff's department store (which is the store that Jimmy Stewar...
1950s Water Color Floral Print Sleeveles Silk 50s Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Late 1950s and early1960s floral print dress in grey, pink, orange, yellow and black water color shade. Silk Button and metal zipper. Bust: 36 inch / Waist: 28 inch / Hip: 38 inch/ ...
1950s ALFRED BOSAND Brown Silk Chiffon Illusion Cocktail 50s Dress
By Alfred Bosand
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Beautiful Vintage Alfred Bosand 1950s cocktail dress with sheer bodice. Fitted on the waist with flowy skirt. Fit US 2/4 XSMALL AND SMALL Bust: 34 inch/ Waist: 26 inch ** slightl...
50's PEDRO RODRIGUEZ silk jersey haute couture dress
By Pedro Rodriguez
Located in San Fransisco, CA
A very rare 1950’s Pedro Rodriguez haute couture dress, made of fluid black silk jersey. The design demonstrates Rodriguez’s skilled approach to draping, with an asymmetric neckline ...
Hattie Carnegie 50s/60s Black Floral Silk Jacquard Coat Dress
By Hattie Carnegie
Located in San Francisco, CA
Hattie Carnegie late 1950s or early 1960s black coat dress in a stunning floral silk jacquard. Two front pockets. Fastens with silk covered buttons from waist up to peter pan co...
1950s Vintage Brown + Beige Wool Blazer Jacket Size XS
Located in Sparks, NV
Darling vintage early-1950s blazer jacket in a beige and brown woven wool. Fully lined with front button closure. Light shoulder pads are sewn in underneath the lining. This has a ju...
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...
John Galliano for Christian Dior Pink Silk Flower Dress
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
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 ...
Black silk chiffon backless dress with black beaded work CHLOÉ
By Chloé
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black silk chiffon dress with black beaded work. the skirt part is made of 2 lays of silk chiffon and one lay ( underneath) of organza. Zip and hook&eye closure on the middle back. ...
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...
2000S JOHN GALLIANO CHRISTIAN DIOR Olive Green Silk Chiffon One Shoulder Dress
By John Galliano
Located in New York, NY
Beautifully made with an internal corset to keep the shape of the dress. Some damage due to young rich girls who's mother's taught them no sense of decorum. Damage is on side where t...
1990s Couture Jean-Louis Scherrer Vintage Painted Red + Black Trousers/ Pants
By Jean-Louis Scherrer
Located in Sparks, NV
Number vintage couture from the 1990s by Jean-Louis Scherrer! Hand painted red and black silk trousers. Unlined with side zip and button closure. Hidden front pockets. The marked siz...
$1,438
Size: Recommended Size; UK 4-6
1999 Gianni Versace Couture Sparkly Pastel Pink Strapless Bustier Cocktail Dress
By Donatella Versace for Gianni Versace, Gianni Versace Couture
Located in Sheffield, GB
A superbly crafted Gianni Versace Couture dress from 1999. Designed from a pastel pink linen with a silver metallic lamé textured finish, the dress has a hand stitched pleated ruffle...
S/S 1997 Dolce & Gabbana Black Sheer Knit Crochet 2-Piece Set Vintage
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Baar, CH
Rare and iconic black crochet two-piece set by Dolce & Gabbana from the Spring/Summer 1997 collection. A standout example of the brand’s sultry '90s aesthetic, this set combines shee...
$595
Size: best fits M/L, see measurements
Christian Lacroix 1990s Black Gold Accent Pocket Front Maxi Wrap Dress Gown
By Christian Lacroix
Located in San Francisco, CA
Christian Lacroix vintage black full length wrap dress with gold embellishment at one strap. Fastens closed at other strap and wraps with belt and snap at waist. Patch pockets at fr...
Gianni Versace F/W 2001 Blue Marmot Fur Jacket Coat
By Gianni Versace
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Gianni Versace F/W 2001 Blue Marmot Fur Jacket Coat Seen on Look 8 on the Runway in the beige color and on Kim Kardashian in the cropped version. Size IT 42 Condition: great vint...
Chanel 90s Vintage Canvas & Leather Duffle Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel late 80s early 90s canvas and leather quilted duffle bag. Gold tone hardware. Handle drop 6.5". Detachable strap measures 44". Small glue residue on top, interior smell due to...
CHANEL suit pink jacket and dress S/S 1996
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Rubiera, RE
CHANEL S/S 1996 Suit pink tweed wool jacket and dress 90% wool 10% nylon Lining: 100% silk Size FR 42 Made in France Excellent conditions Flat measures Jacket: Length cm. 49 ...
PAMELA DENNIS 2001 Vintage Gunmetal Silver Evening Gown Maxi Dress
By Pamela Dennis
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Pamela Dennis Evenings 2001 Vintage Metallic gunmetal silver Size USA 12 Pristine condition Measurements in inches laying flat: length 57, pit to pit 17, smallest of waist 17 Final...
$490
Size: Medium - Large
Rozae Nichols Charcoal Gray Ombre Sequins A - Line Silk Trapeze Top / Blouse
By Rozae Nichols
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic Rozae Nichols charcoal gray ombre trapeze top! 100% silk, with hundreds of sequins encrusted throughout the entire blouse. Adjustable straps, so you can make shorter or longer. ...
$1,504Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 10 runs very small
Vivienne Westwood London 2000s Runway Worn Draped Asymmetrical Dress, Italy
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in Kingston, NY
This early 2000s Vivienne Westwood London white draped asymmetrical dress is a striking example of the designer’s architectural sensibility and avant-garde elegance. Made in Italy fr...
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