Issey Miyake blue silk dress with drapedmesh overlay, ss 2005
By Issey Miyake
Located in London, GB
▪ Issey Miyake blue silk mesh ▪ Draped mesh overlay ▪ Floral corsages ▪ Asymmetric neck and hemline ▪ Size JP 2 - Medium ▪ Spring-Summer 2005 ▪ 100% Silk ▪ Made in Japan
Paule Ka Black and Beige Long Dress in Crepe And Silk
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Paule Ka - Black and beige long dress in crepe and silk. No size nor composition label, it fits a 36FR. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Chest: 40 ...
Prada Fall 2004 Architectural printed silk dress
By Prada
Located in CANNES, FR
Prada Autumn/Winter 2004-2005 Collection Long silk dress featuring an architectural print in shades of yellow and brown. Italian size 42.
HAUTE COUTURE INTERNATIONAL Heavily Beaded Silk Champagne Opera Coat & Dress
By HAUTE COUTURE INT'L
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Haute Couture International ensemble is composed of a champagne tone embellished silk with a floral/Ivy motif. The coat features center button closures and the gown has a center...
1950s Claire McCardell Blue Silk Dress
By Claire McCardell
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Late 50s Claire McCardell Blue Silk Dress with 3/4 sleeves. Fit size: Small/ 4 Bust : 36”/ Waist :26” / Dress Length : 48 with 2” hem **small faint light discoloration on shoulde...
Gorgeous 1970s Pauline Trigere Vintage Metallic Gold Lamé Paisley Silk Dress
By Pauline Trigère
Located in Sparks, NV
Gorgeous vintage 1970s gold lamé paisley silk evening gown by Pauline Trigere. Versatile zip up front allows you to be either daring or discreet. Fully lined in a gold metallic silk,...
Alberta Ferretti Textured Black Silk Dress
By Alberta Ferretti
Located in London, GB
A chic and easy to wear black silk mix dress by Alberta Ferretti. The dress has a v neckline and gathering around the bust , it is unlined. UK Size 12 Measurements Bust up to 38'' ,l...
1970s Utah Tailoring Black Silk Dress with Green and Blue Florals
By Utah Tailoring Mills
Located in London, GB
The silk fabric in this late 1970s to early 1980s custom made dress is mesmerising. Striped black and sheer chiffon patterned with white and cobalt blue florals nestle against green ...
Pink Silk Dress Hand Beaded "Gatsby" Flapper Dress 1920s
Located in Wallkill, NY
They are getting harder to find, and even harder to find in wearable condition. This silk pink dream is all hand beaded. Stunning T back. Bugle beading around the neckline and arms. ...
1990s Bespoke Pink Silk Maxi Dress with Rhinestones and Silver Lace
Located in London, GB
This fairy-tale 1990s bespoke gown is crafted from frothy, textured baby pink silk chiffon. Embellished halterneck straps meet at the front of the bust where it is finished with a si...
Vintage Linda Cierach Black Silk Dress
Located in London, GB
A chic vintage cocktail dress by designer Linda Cierach. In a wonderful textured black silk , the dress has a square neckline, self fabric belt and original shoulder pads - could be...
$446Sale Price|65% Off
1970's Pauline Trigere Silk Chiffon Dress with Large Matching Shawl
By Pauline Trigère
Located in New Hope, PA
A spectacular print is used for this silk chiffon faux wrap style evening dress and oversized shawl from Pauline Trigere circa 1970.
Yves Saint Laurent Silk Dress, 1989
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Yves Saint Laurent - (Made in France) Silk dress printed with flowers in red, green, and purple tones. Size 36FR. 1989 Spring-Summer Collection. Additional information: Condition: V...
Vintage Donald Campbell Purple Silk Dress
Located in London, GB
A chic vintage silk dress by Donald Campbell. As you would expect the silk is super soft with a wonderful texture. The upper area of the dress is unlined, and the skirt area lined. I...
Kiviette 1940s Black Dress with Elaborate Skirt, Silk Inlay Collar, Frog Closure
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful 1940s little black dress from famed Broadway designer Kiviette. It has long sleeves with zippers at the wrists, a fitted waist and a small silk inlaid collar with an ela...
Vintage Stephen Burrows Orange Matte Silk Jersey Chiffon Abstract Print Dress
By Stephen Burrows
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and rare vintage STEPHEN BURROWS matte silk jersey and chiffon orange / marigold maxi dress !
Chic and Colourful Silk Dress by Madeline
Located in London, GB
A chic and colourful silk cocktail dress by Madeline (Made in Germany). The dress has a v neckline, and is in a colourful mix of prints. It is lined, with a zip opening , elbow lengt...
Gucci F/W 2005 Bustier Corset Cutout Back Silk Mini Dress
By Gucci
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Gucci F/W 2005 Bustier Corset Cutout Back Silk Mini Dress IT 40
2000s Black & Navy Silk Lined Biomorphic Laser-Cut Fringe Polka Dot Dress
Located in New York, NY
Product Description 2000s Black & Navy Silk Lined Sleeveless Biomorphic Laser-Cut Fringe Polka Dot Dress Decade: 2000s Material: Vintage condition: Measurements Overall length:...
Early 1980’s Michael Novarese Red Silk Drape Column Dress
By Michael Novarese
Located in London, GB
An early 1980’s Michael Novarese cardinal-red silk drape column dress, featuring a boat neckline, deep cut-away arm holes, the deep scooped back with self straps and double-face scul...
Vintage Silk Velvet Donald Campbell Dress
By Donald Campbell 1, Donald Campbell
Located in London, GB
A chic vintage cocktail dress by Donald Campbell. In wonderful shades of green, the dress has sheer sleeves with elasticated wrists, a scoop neckline, central back zip, is lined in ...
Fendi Karl Lagerfeld Spring 2008 Radiating Circles Silk Chiffon Dress NWT
By Karl Lagerfeld, Fendi
Located in Boca Raton, FL
From Fendi’s visually arresting Spring 2008 collection, this dress captures the brand’s artistic fusion of optical illusion and modern femininity. Crafted in fluid silk chiffon, the ...
1970s Mr. Blackwell Vintage Sheer Silk Chiffon Print Dress with Detachable Cape
By Mr. Blackwell
Located in Sparks, NV
Stunning vintage 1970s Mr. Blackwell sheer silk chiffon dress in what appears to be hand painted fabric. Optional cape detail that snaps on and off. Fully lined with rear zip and hoo...
Rick Owens Onion Tone Silk Wrap Dress With Open Front 2004
By Rick Owens
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is thrilled to offer a vintage Rick Owens purple onion-tone wrap dress, featuring an easy-to-wear body with hook-and-eye closures and ties, an exposed open front...
Leonard Paris 1970 Luxury Couture Maxi Dress 70s Silk Velvet Gown
By Leonard of Paris
Located in Berlin, BE
Devine Evening Dress, Leonard Paris 1970 Luxurious vintage couture gown amde of high quality silk velvet.
Donna Karan 1990s Vintage Black Silk Knit Sequin Cocktail Dress Size S
By Donna Karan
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
A timeless example of 1990s Donna Karan minimal glamour, this vintage Donna Karan New York cocktail dress embodies sleek, understated sensuality. Crafted from a stretch silk knit and...
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN Vintage 2003 Black Silk Jersey Dress with Leather Bra
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Woodland Hills, CA
From the archives of Alexander McQueen, this rare 2003 runway-era dress is a masterclass in contrast—fusing sleek leather detailing with fluid jersey draping for a silhouette that’s ...
Vintage Ivory Raw Silk Shift Dress
Located in London, GB
A great vintage raw silk shift dress. The dress has wonderful sleeves, a button opening at the back and two pockets at the front. It has the original shoudler pads and is fully lined.
Vintage Bernard Freres Silk Cocktail Dress
By Bernard Freres
Located in London, GB
A chic vintage silk dress by Bernard Freres. The dress is in a pretty brown colour with a scoop neckline and a decorative band under the bust. It is fully lined with a central back z...
1960s Helga Vintage Metallic Silk Cocktail Dress
By Helga
Located in Sparks, NV
Absolutely stunning 1960s vintage silk satin cocktail dress by Helga. Metallic brocade paisley design over gray silk animal print. Nipped waist with bow detail. Stunning construction...
Carolina Herrera 1990s Espresso Brown Silk Chiffon Sz 8 Vintage 90s Gown Dress
By Carolina Herrera
Located in San Diego, CA
The espresso brown is an especially versatile alternative to a traditional black evening gown. Designer: Carolina Herrera Era: Late 1990s Color: Espresso brown Material: Silk chiffo...
Vintage Blue Raw Silk Cocktail Dress
Located in London, GB
A chic vintage sky blue raw silk cocktail dress. This shift style vintage cocktail dress has pretty bead detail on the neckline , arm holes and hem It is fully line with a central ba...
$599Sale Price|20% Off
BURBERRY PRORSUM Resort 2013 Size 8 Pink Black Silk / Elastane Dress
By Burberry Prorsum
Located in San Francisco, CA
Burberry Prorsum Resort 2013 by Christopher Bailey Silk A-Line Dress. Soft Metallic Iridescent Shale Pink, Sleeveless with Square Neckline, Exposed Zip Closure at Back, Knee Length.T...
1990s Pink, Yellow & Brown Silk Chiffon Lined Shredded Dress with Beaded Waist
Located in New York, NY
1990s Pink, Yellow & Brown Silk Chiffon Lined Shredded Dress with Beaded Waist 1990s Pink & Yellow & Brown Silk Chiffon Lined Shredded Dress with Beaded Waist MORPHEW VIN...
Valentino Vintage Black Silk Dress with Lace Insets, Size US 8
By Valentino
Located in Water Mill, NY
An incredible black silk dress by Valentino. It is sleeveless, semi fitted with a solid silk skirt and diamond shaped panels over the bustline. There are angular bead enhansed black...
Vintage Leonard Silk Jersey Dress and Belt
By Leonard
Located in London, GB
A stunning vintage dress by Leonard. In their signature silk jersey, the dress has a colourful floral print on a black background. The dress has a round neckline and 3/ 4 length sle...
Tom Ford for Gucci Lavender Silk Halter Dress S/S 2003
By Gucci, Tom Ford
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous lavender stretch silk dress by Tom Ford for Gucci S/S 2003 collection. It has a plunging front neckline and racer back with multiple seams emanating from it and the side ...
Elizabeth Mason Couture Silk Bow Cocktail Dress Made to Order
By Elizabeth Mason Couture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fashioned from the finest black silk dupioni and accented with silk charmeuse, this sleeveless cocktail features a draped bow concealing pockets. This is a couture custom order and ...
1990 Yves Saint Laurent Black Silk Dress with Gold Embellished Bodice
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
This extraordinarily detailed dress was designed by Yves Saint Laurent for the 1990 Fall / Winter collection. Tailored from inky black silk velvet, it features voluminous silk bell-s...
Vintage Leonard Paris Silk Floral Print Maxi Dress, Circa 1970s, XS/S
By Leonard of Paris, Leonard
Located in Boca Raton, FL
On the back, a deep square neckline perfectly balances the modest front of the dress. This dress offers a sense of vintage sophistication through its classic design and artistic prin...
Alexander McQueen Pre-Fall 2016 Black Pleated Silk Chiffon Ruffle Dress IT38
By Alexander McQueen, Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen
Located in Woodland Hills, CA
Documented Alexander McQueen Pre-Fall 2016 black silk chiffon dress designed by Sarah Burton. Executed in finely pleated silk chiffon, this elegant cocktail dress features cascading...
Christian Dior Black Wool and Openwork Lace Cocktail Dress with Silk Lining
By Christian Dior
Located in CACHAN, FR
Elegant and refined, this Christian Dior Paris cocktail dress is crafted in black wool with a luxurious silk lining and features striking openwork guipure-style lace panels throughout.
Vintage Emanuel Ungaro Silk Dress, 1990s
By Emanuel Ungaro
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Emanuel Ungaro dress made from light, flowing silk. Fastens with a wrap. Color – red with a carrot tint. Composition: 100% silk Size: S/36 Measurements: Sleeve length: 62 cm ...
$1,600Sale Price|50% Off
Helmut Lang Vintage Silk Organza Balloon Dress, Women's IT 44, SS00
By Helmut Lang
Located in Morongo Valley, CA
This iconic and very rare vintage Helmut Lang silk organza balloon shift dress from the Spring/Summer 2000 collection is a true masterpiece of minimalist design. Crafted from sheer b...
Halston Vintage Black Silk Halter Wrap Dress with Angel Capelet Sleeves 1970s
By Halston
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
This fabulous vintage Halston evening or cocktail dress dates to the 1970s and is a stunning example of the designer’s iconic minimalist glamour.
1970s Cardinali Silk Brocade Dress by Marilyn Lewis, Size 2/4
By Marilyn Lewis, Cardinali
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Beautiful 1970 Cardinali silk brocade dress. 3/4 sleeve. Bust: 32"/ Waist: 30"/ Hip:34" / length: 52" Fit petite size 2/4 Dress lined in silk
2012 YSL Edition Soir Strapless Crystal Embellished Nude Silk Dress 6
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Montgomery, TX
2012 Yves Saint Laurent Edition Soir Embellished Strapless Silk Dress Carla Bruni-Sarkozy looked stunning in this column dress. Kylie Minogue wore the same gown to the BRIT Awards. ...
John Galliano for Christian Dior S/S 2009 Silk Halter Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous rich purple silk halter dress by John Galliano for Christian Dior. It is fitted through the bodice with a stunning intricately detailed ruffle trimmed plunge halter neckli...
Dior (John Galliano) Spring/Summer 2005 Beige Silk Bias-Cut Dress Crystal Beaded
By Christian Dior
Located in Brooklyn, NY
It has the fluid, 1930s-inspired draping that defined his years at the house of Dior. The dress is cut in soft beige silk that skims the body and falls to a gently rippling hem.
Gianni Versace Embellished Printed Silk & Mesh Plunging Neckline Dress, SS 1999
By Donatella Versace for Gianni Versace, Gianni Versace
Located in London, GB
▪ Brand: Gianni Versace ▪ Creative Director: Donatella Versace ▪ Collection: Spring-Summer 1999 ▪ Fabric: Silk, Mesh ▪ Size: approx. IT42 - FR38 - UK10 - US6 ▪ Made in: Italy ▪ Condi...
BADGLEY MISCHKA Vintage Silk Dusty Yellow Gold Embellished Gown Maxi Dress
By Badgley Mischka
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Badgley Mischka Vintage 100% Silk Golden Dusty Yellow Hues Impeccable beadwork throughout This gown is truly one of a kind amazing, my pictures do not do it justice Size US 12 Excel...
$559Sale Price|20% Off
PRABAL GURUNG Size 10 Black Navy Silk Polyester Floral Sleeveless Dress
By Prabal Gurung
Located in San Francisco, CA
PRABAL GURUNG dress comes in a black & navy jacquard floral silk / polyester featuring a shift style, sleeveless, and a back zip up closure. Made in USA. New With Tags. Marked: ...
Valentino Vintage Silk Chiffon Abstract Long Sleeve Maxi Dress, 1970s
By Valentino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Valentino design is composed of a beautiful abstract printed silk chiffon. Features a wonderful maxi style with center front rhinestone buttons and belt. In excellent vintage c...
Bottega Veneta Cream Linen One Shoulder Dress with Silk Detail - 40
By Bottega Veneta
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Bottega Veneta Cream Linen One Shoulder Dress with Silk Detail - 40. This elegant dress is an ivory color with a sheer cream-colored shoulder strap and sash. This dress is in excelle...
Brunello Cucinelli strapless cream silk chiffon layered wedding gown dress M
By Brunello Cucinelli
Located in Milano, Lombardia
LOVE LALI Vintage A very special gown by Brunello Cucinelli in cream, sadly the dress is large for the model in the photos and so they do not do this dress the full justice it deser...
Vintage 1920s Black White Silk Dot Magenta Pom Pom Draped Dress
Located in Boca Raton, FL
An insert of beige silk lifts the neckline, which works seamlessly with the other elements of the dress and offers a nice contrast to the black silk and chiffon.
1960's Silk Chiffon Halterneck Dress
Located in Geneva, CH
A wonderful example of early 60’s couture, this halterneck steel blue dress will fit perfectly for a wedding or any party event ! Constructed both in silk and satin silk, this piece ...
Blumarine 2008 pink peach silk sequin ostrich feather wedding mini gown dress
By Blumarine
Located in Milano, Lombardia
LOVE LALI VINTAGE Blumarine Fall 2008 Beautiful peach silk dress embellished with gold sequins, crystals, cut glass beads and pink ostrich feathers. The V neck line, straps and heml...
Oscar De La Renta Vintage Blue Silk Lace Sleeveless Cocktail Dress
By Oscar de la Renta Boutique, Oscar De La Renta
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Beautiful Oscar dela renta blue silk soutache ribbon flower appliqué sleeves cocktail dress. Marked size 10 Measurement: Bust: 36” / Waist: 38”/ Hip: 40”/ Dress length: 39” Dress is ...
$983Sale Price|24% Off
Christian Dior by Galliano Vintage One Sleeve Silk Dress Size 36
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Capri, IT
Christian Dior by Galliano One sleeve dress Totally made in France in size 36 Composizione: Silk
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