2006 Runway John Galliano for Christian Dior Maroon Silk Dress
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
-covered buttons and fabric loops. This adaptable dress has a separate maroon silk slip and comes with an
2006 Runway John Galliano for Christian Dior Maroon Silk Dress
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
-covered buttons and fabric loops. This adaptable dress has a separate maroon silk slip and comes with an
1989 YVES SAINT LAURENT haute couture silk RUNWAY dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Fransisco, CA
1989 runway. This sheer and striking dress is made from lightweight silk chiffon in a smoky purple
1920S Caramel Brown Silk Floral Burnout Velvet Cocktail Dress
Located in New York, NY
1920S Caramel Brown Silk Floral Burnout Velvet Cocktail Dress
1950s Amazing Vintage Silk Chiffon Full Circle Cocktail Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Stunning vintage cocktail dress with a full swinging delicate silk chiffon skirt and draped
1990s Oscar De La Renta Magenta Pink Silk Dress
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage Oscar De la renta magenta pink silk gown with billowy sleeves and ruffle collar. Perfect
Y2K Dolce and Gabbana Quilted Silk Corset Zebra Print Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in London, GB
This dress is from Dolce & Gabbana's highly glamorous main line circa 2003. Flaunting many of
Patricia Saunders Custom Vintage Silk + Nude Illusion Lace Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Absolutely stunning custom made formal dress with a Spanish flare by Patricia Saunders. Couture
1950’s Grey & Yellow Silk Ballgown Dress With Gloves
Located in London, GB
, featuring a lovely silk flower corsage in pale yellow to match the waistband. This dress features a very
Silk Chiffon Sequin Ruffle Dress
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Silk Chiffon Sequin Ruffle Dress made for Saks Fifth Ave. Simple sheath shape with puffy
Alberta Ferretti Silk Strapless Dress
By Alberta Ferretti
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
A stunning strapless dress from Alberta Ferretti comes in a buttery soft lilac silk. The bodice is
$27,516
Size: FR36 - UK8 - US4
Yves Saint Laurent Silver Glass Bugle Bead Silk Evening Shift Dress, FW 2000
By Yves Saint Laurent, Alber Elbaz for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
Fabric: Glass, Silk ▪ Size: FR36 - UK8 - US4 ▪ Made in: France ▪ Condition: Excellent ▪ Mannequin: 183 cm
2008 Christian Dior by John Galliano Teal Silk Chiffon Dress
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
This Christian Dior teal silk dress was designed for the spring 2008 commercial collection. Created
$500Sale Price|31% Off
Emilio Pucci Pink One-Shoulder Silk Jersey Dress - 8
By Emilio Pucci
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Emilio Pucci Pink One-Shoulder Silk Jersey Dress. This dress is a size 8 but stretches a bit. It is
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Silk Violet Bustier Dress, 1980s
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Vintage Yves Saint Laurent silk bustier violet dress with a small drapery in front
1960s Harrods Orange Silk Georgette Dress With Asymmetrical Strap
By Harrods
Located in London, GB
This sensational Harrods late 1950s - early 1960s tangerine silk georgette dress is of superb
$472Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 36
Max Mar Floral Silk floor-length dress Max Mara is crafted of silk organza
By MaxMara
Located in VALLADOLID, ES
Este elegante vestido largo de Max Mara está confeccionado en organza de seda con estampado floral. Presenta mangas largas con puños franceses, cuello joya y cinturón extraíble. Está...
2008 Yves Saint Laurent Embellished Leopard Silk Chiffon Backless Dress Gown
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Montgomery, TX
Striking and highly collectible Yves Saint Laurent leopard silk chiffon evening dress, produced in
DOLCE & GABBANA purple silk 2025 MAJOLICA MIDI Dress 42 M
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Dolce & Gabbana dress is crafted in white charmeuse silk with the brand’s
MONIQUE LHUILLER Black Silk Bias Cut Dress Size 12
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Monique Lhuiller dress is composed of a black silk with a silk chiffon accent. There is a
Valentino Silk & Satin Cocktail Dress
By Valentino
Located in Geneva, CH
Slightly naughty "little black dress". Silk chiffon accordion pleated skirt and sleeves, black silk
Givency Black Textured Silk Dress with Hip Bow 1990s
By Givenchy, Givenchy Nouvelle Boutique
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Givency Black Textured Silk Dress with Hip Bow from the 1990s. Givenchy captured the essence of
1960s British Couture Black Silk Velvet Polka Dot Maxi Dress
Located in London, GB
This 1960s British couture maxi dress is tailored from a sheer black chiffon smothered in black
2000's ALESSANDRO DELL'ACQUA black silk spiral ruffle maxi dress
By Alessandro Dell'Acqua
Located in San Fransisco, CA
2000’s Alessandro Dell’Acqua black silk maxi dress with layered spiral ruffles throughout. Made of
Vintage Silk and Feather Dress
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Organza and feather dress. No size or composition label, it fits a size 42FR. Additional
1980s Zandra Rhodes Abstract Motif Drop Waist Silk Dress
By Dame Zandra Rhodes
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Looking For The Perfect 80s Dress? Well It's Arrived! Circa 1980s, this Zandra Rhodes asymmetrical
1970s Valentino Boutique Paisley Silk Maxi Dress with Chiffon Sleeves
By Valentino
Located in London, GB
slit on each side in the style of a tunic. The dress is lined with mauve silk throughout. This dress
Vintage Gucci 2003 By Tom Ford Satin Silk Black Dress
By Gucci
Located in London, GB
Vintage Gucci 2003 By Tom Ford satin silk black dress. Feature a black silk satin tone, deep
Vintage Gucci 2003 By Tom Ford Satin Silk Nude Dress
By Gucci
Located in London, GB
Vintage Gucci 2003 By Tom Ford satin silk nude dress. Feature a champagne nude silk satin tone
Rare Bill Gibb Devore Silk Velvet Evening Ensemble
By Bill Gibb
Located in Geneva, CH
Incredible early 70s "dévoré" silk velvet and gold lame set composed of a short kimono-caftan and a
00's Roberto Cavalli Blue Chiffon Beaded Silk Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Miami, FL
Stunning Roberto Cavalli gown in a blue chiffon silk heavily pleated in a Grecian manner, gathered
1960s Maggy Rouff Pink Silk Dress
By Maggy Rouff
Located in Paris, FR
Maggy Rouff pink silk dress featuring a white ribbon detail, a center back zip opening, a silk
1970s Psychedelic Paisley Bohemian Billow Sleeve Silk Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Wonderful 1970s vintage silk dress! Vibrant hues of pinks, purples, blues, greens, golds, and white
Rare Roberto Cavalli Runway Grecian Serpent Silk Dress Gown
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cavalli collection. Highly collectible. Grecian drape with plunging neckline. Fashioned of eggshell silk
1970s Bill Blass One Shoulder Black Silk Cocktail Dress
By Bill Blass
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1970s Bill Blass one shoulder black crepe dress. Size: 4/6 Measurement: 35”/ Waist: 34” / Hip: 35
Christian Dior by John Galliano FW 2002 Silk Embroidered Runway Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Bressanone, Trentino-Alto Adige
Christian Dior by John Galliano FW 2002 Silk Embroidered Runway Dress. Size 40 FR Condition
Blue Beaded Silk Flapper Dress
Located in Sharon, CT
Dress has a slip lining. Beadwork, seed pearls at the hem. The accompany belt is 66" x 2". The
$14,446
Size: FR40 - UK12 - US8
Christian Dior by John Galliano coral silk evening skirt and top set, fw 2004
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
evening dress ▪ Fully lined in matching silk ▪ FR40 - UK12 - US8 ▪ Made in France All photographs in
Silk printed cocktail dress and beadwork BILL BLASS DRESS
By Bill Blass
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Silk printed cocktail dress and beadwork on the neckline and cuffs. No fabric composition tag for
Roberto Cavalli Champagne Sequin Beaded Silk Dress, F/W 2012
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Paris, FR
Designed by Roberto Cavalli for the Fall/Winter 2012 collection, this cocktail dress embodies the
NWT Versace Blue Swarovski Crystal Embellished Cut-Out Silk Mini Dress 38 US 4
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
A Glamorous VERSACE Mini Cocktail Dress Italian size 38 - US 4 Purple Shimmering Swarovski Crystals
Nina Ricci silk dress Haute Couture
By Nina Ricci
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
NINA RICCI - (Made in France) Long crepe silk muslin evening dress with flounces. Heart collar and
Christian Lacroix Haute Couture Purple Silk Dress, S/S 2004
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Paris, FR
From Christian Lacroix’s Spring/Summer 2004 Haute Couture collection, this dress captures the
Lolita Lempicka Red Silk Beaded Halter Dress, Spring/Summer 2001
By Lolita Lempicka
Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH
A rare and romantic piece from Lolita Lempicka’s Spring/Summer 2001 collection, this red silk
EMILIA BELLINI c.1960's Op Art Signature Print Silk Metallic Knit Maxi Dress
Located in Thiensville, WI
Vintage Emilia Bellini c.1960's op art signature print silk metallic knit maxi dress. Large floral
1970s Indian Silk Blue and Gold Brocade Dress with Trim
Located in London, GB
trousers or a silk slip dress. In excellent vintage condition with absolutely no issues; the silk is in
Petar Petrov, Aggy printed silk midi wrap dress in brown
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Petar Petrov, Aggy printed silk midi wrap dress in brown. The item is in good condition. CONDITION
Geoffrey Beene Silk Lace Slip Dress with Sheer Back 1980s
By Geoffrey Beene
Located in Water Mill, NY
dress is lined in nude silk with the exception of the back which is sheer to the waist. It has a back
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
1970's KARL LAGERFELD for CHLOE black silk dress with beads
By Chloé, Karl Lagerfeld
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Lightweight black silk slip dress designed by Karl Lagerfeld for Chloé dating the the late 1970's
Vintage EMILIO PUCCI Pink Pastel Flower Print Long Silk Dress
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Vintage EMILIO PUCCI Pink Pastel Flower Silk Long Dress Emilio Pucci Silk Jersey Maxi Dress with
Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage S/S 2001 Constellation Silk Dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in London, GB
Jean Paul Gaultier Spring Summer 2001 ‘Constellation’ silk sleeveless dress. Features v-neckline
Jenny Packham Black Silk Embellished Waist Halter Maxi Dress
By Jenny Packham
Located in Boca Raton, FL
coming soon
2019 Alberta Ferretti Couture Cream Silk Rhinestone Dress with Train
By Alberta Ferretti
Located in London, GB
white silk, it is tailored to an extreme mini-dress cut. It has a strapless top and the bust has high
$1,946
Size: Shown on a size 38 France
A Christian Lacroix Silk and Lace Cocktail dress Circa 1995/2000
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1995/2000. France Beautiful cocktail dress for an event in silk and lace by Christian Lacroix
Vintage Bill Blass Silk Dress
By Bill Blass
Located in London, GB
A chic and colourful dress by Bill Blass. The dress is in a colourful print of pink,blue,green and
Galanos Silk Crepe Cocktail Dress
By Galanos
Located in New York, NY
Galanos, 3 ply, black crepe, bias cut sleeves dress having a spiral, layer starting from the
Escada by Margaretha Ley silk vintage hand beaded and embroidered dress
By Escada Margaretha Ley
Located in NICE, FR
Beautiful Escada by Margaretha Ley Silk dress fully hand beaded with sequines, pearls, beades in
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.
Costumer to the stars Ray Aghayan brought the famed painting to life with his spectacular design.
From handbags and heels to jackets and jewels, Sharon Coplan Hurowitz has a deep admiration for (and collection of) all things Chanel.
Jeriana San Juan explains how she undertook the intimidating project of designing costumes for the new Netflix series about the New York fashion legend. (Hint: She found vintage Halston on 1stDibs!)
Once considered a controversial item of clothing, fashion designer Sonja de Lennart's creation is now a bona fide classic.
The classic tweed garment has been a wardrobe staple of chic women around the world since the 1950s.
Amanda Benchley and Bridget Moynahan teamed up to explore the relationship between powerful women and their most significant footwear.
This year's Costume Institute exhibition is all about embracing the eccentric.
Ballrooms, Bar Suits and British royals — in a sweeping exhibition, the London museum looks back on 70 years of the French fashion house, as well as its illustrious founder and his fondness for the United Kingdom.