Vintage Lillie Rubin 1990s Amazing Fully Beaded Sequined Pearl Silk Fringe Dress
By Lillie Rubin
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing vintage early 90s LILLIE RUBIN black beaded, sequined, and pearled silk cocktail flapper dress! Heavily hand beaded black seed beads throughout the skirt. Gold and silver seq...
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Size 42 / 10 Black and Red Silk YSL Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
The perfect little black dress that can easily transition from day to evening.
$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.
Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Black Silk Jersey Runway Dress with Floral Roset
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Montgomery, TX
Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Black Silk Jersey Runway Dress with Floral Rosette An iconic black dress designed by Tom Ford during his celebrated tenure at Yves Saint Laurent. Thi...
ROBERTO CAVALLI F/W 2006 Runway Bird & Floral Print Stretch Silk Midi Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Woodland Hills, CA
Roberto Cavalli Fall/Winter 2006 midi dress in lightweight stretch silk, featuring a black-and-gold leaf floral motif interwoven with pheasant accents. A plunging neckline is framed ...
Ceil Chapman Black Silk Crepe Cocktail Dress with Gathers Size 4-6
By Ceil Chapman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Ceil Chapman cocktail dress is composed of a black silk crepe. The bodice features vertical gathers to the waist and the skirt has a criss-cross drape detailing. There is a cent...
Early 2000s Marc Jacobs Collection Size 10 Black A - Line Silk Tiered Dress
By Marc Jacobs
Located in San Diego, CA
Early 2000s MARC JACOBS COLLECTION black silk tiered short sleeve empire waist dress! Features the finest most luxurious silk, with a fitted bodice that elegantly sits slightly off t...
$796Sale Price|20% Off
1950s Dynasty I Magnin Raspberry Red Gold Flowers Silk Satin Vintage 50s Dress
By Dynasty
Located in San Diego, CA
MAGNIN raspberry red and gold silk satin sleeveless demi couture dress! Not quite red, and not quite pink, this beautiful gem features gold embroidered silk Asian influenced flowers ...
1960s R & K Originals Ivory Off White Silk Jacquard Sleeveless Cocktail Dress 60
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 50s vintage R&K ORIGINALS ivory / off-white silk jacquar sleeveless Dress! Features a luxurious silk jacquard floral silk.
Nina Ricci Pink / Salmon Iridescent Silk Babydoll Bell Sleeve Dress w/ Pockets
By Nina Ricci
Located in San Diego, CA
Pretty Nina Ricci iridescent silk dress! Hues of pink and salmon when looked at from different angles. Features two pockets at waist. Looks great belted, or alone. Very forgiving bab...
Saint Laurent S/S 2016 Asymmetric Boat Neckline Silk Dress by Hedi Slimane
By Hedi Slimane for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in GOUVIEUX, FR
Pearl draped asymmetric dress Saint Laurent by Hedi Slimane from the Spring Summer 2016 collection. . Extremely Soft Silk fabric . Boat neckline with cut out sleeve on one side . Z...
1960s Werle Beverly Hills Demi Couture Nude Ivory Silk Cotton 60s Vintage Dress
By Daniel Werle
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing early 1960s WERLE of BEVERLY HILLS demi couture nude and ivory / white silk crepe and cottton mod dress! Features a fitted nude silk crepe underlay wiggle dress with attached...
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...
$1,914Sale Price|44% Off
runway COMME DES GARCONS Broken Bride AW05 black victorian ruffle silk dress S
By Comme des Garcons Homme, Rei Kawakubo
Located in Hong Kong, NT
runway COMME DES GARCONS Broken Bride AW05 black victorian ruffle silk dress S Reference: TGAS/A00808 Brand: Comme Des Garcons Designer: Rei Kawakubo Collection: Fall Winter 2005 Bro...
Yves Saint Laurent 1980s Black and White Abstract Flower Print Silk Crepe Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic vintage 80s YVES SAINT LAURENT YSL Rive Gauche black and white abstract flower print long sleeve silk crepe dress ! Features a tailored bodice with hidden metal zipper up the si...
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 !
Geoffrey Beene Vintage Brown Silk Burnt Out Velvet Tassel Belt Long Sleeve Dress
By Geoffrey Beene
Located in San Diego, CA
Sensational vintage GEOFFREY BEENE brown, gray, taupe, black and silver burnt out silk velvet long sleeve dress! Features and allover animal like print in brown and black.
John Galliano Size 8 / 10 2005 Gazette Newspaper Animal Silk Dress Black White
By John Galliano
Located in San Diego, CA
Flirty early 2000s ( Spring 2005 ) JOHN GALLIANO signature gazette print sleeveless black and white (and grey) silk dress! Features Galliano's signature newspaper print mixed with al...
$746Sale Price|25% Off
1960s Moe Nathan New York Purple Striped Silk Long Sleeve Vintage 60s Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic Avant Garde MOE NATHAN New York purple striped silk long sleeve dress ! Origami collar features snap details.
$224Sale Price|20% Off
CAROLINE CONSTAS Size XS Black White Silk Blend Polka Dot Long Sleeve Dress
By Caroline Constas
Located in San Francisco, CA
CAROLINE CONSTAS dress in a black and white silk stretch blend fabric featuring a polka dot pattern, off shoulder style, buttoned cuffs and sides, and invisible side zipper closure. ...
New Lanvin Alber Elbaz Taupe Strong Shoulder Taupe Silk Avant Garde Dress NWT
By Lanvin Paris, Alber Elbaz
Located in San Diego, CA
Brand new (with tags) LANVIN, by ALBER ELBAZ nude / taupe silk t-shirt dress! Not just your ordinary dress, this super soft beauty features strong shoulders (w/ chic built in exagger...
$165Sale Price|20% Off
CAROLINE CONSTAS Size S Black White Silk Blend Polka Dot Bell Sleeves Dress
By Caroline Constas
Located in San Francisco, CA
CAROLINE CONSTAS NEW YORK dress in a black and white silk stretch blend fabric featuring a drop waist style with drape details, extra long bell sleeves, and invisible back zipper clo...
1980s Albert Nipon Size 10 Blue Silk Abstract Stiped Vintage 80s Belted Dress
By Albert Nipon
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic vintage 1980s ALBERT NIPON blue abstract striped print silk belted dress ! Features a pleated bodice with black brush like stripes throughout.
1970s Silk Muslin Black and White Dress with Floral Print Size 8/10
Located in Atlanta, GA
This exquisite vintage 1970s cocktail dress captures the era’s signature elegance with its flowing silhouette, full swirling skirt, and graceful long sleeves. Crafted from silk mouss...
Diane Von Furstenberg Size 0 / 2 Black Silk Chiffon Grecian Dress Open Back
By Diane von Furstenberg
Located in San Diego, CA
The perfect little black dress, that is a timeless addition to any wardrobe. 100% silk.
Black & Off White Organza & Slub Silk Strapless Cocktail Dress 1960s S.H. Hirsh
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Black & Off White slub silk & silk organza strapless cocktail dress from the 1960s by S.Howard Hirsh California. 100% slub silk strapless cocktail dress from the 1960s that is still ...
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.
$768Sale Price|20% Off
CHRISTIAN DIOR 2019 red wool silk half zip belted flare dress FR36 S
By Christian Dior
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN DIOR 2019 red wool silk half zip belted flare dress FR36 S Reference: GEGG/A00072 Brand: Dior Designer: Maria Grazia Chiuri Collection: 2019 Fall Winter Material: Wool, Sil...
NWT 1990s Gianni Versace Couture Size 40 / 4 Black Silk Vintage Bondage Dress
By Gianni Versace Couture, Gianni Versace
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy 1990s NWT deadstock GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE black silk scrappy bondage style silk body on dress ! Features rose gold metal Medusa heads at each strap. Hidden zipper up the back w...
Giorgio Armani Silk Floral Gown, 2005
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Marlborough, GB
Giorgio Armani silk floral gown, 2005 Worn by both Aishwarya Rai Bachchan (to Cannes) and Carmen Electra in 2005 Silk chiffon with a floral watercolour burnout print throughout Low o...
Sexy Vintage Neil Bieff Pink + Navy Blue Silk Sequin Dress w/ Tasseled Back
By Neil Bieff
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy vintage NEIL BIEFF raspberry pink and navy blue silk sequin halter dress, with tassel details on the back!
White raw silk cocktail dress with black polka dots and embroideries Circa 1960
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
White raw silk cocktail dress with black polka dots and embroideries made of black thread, beads and black rhinestone. No fabric composition tag but the lining is made of silk. Zip ...
$152Sale Price|20% Off
VERSACE 100% silk black white swirl print ruche pleated cocktail dress IT38 S
By Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE 100% silk black white swirl print ruche pleated cocktail dress IT38 S Reference: CC/VAHI00327 Brand: Versace Designer: Donatella Versace Model: Pleated cocktail dress Materia...
1950s Large Plus Size Hand Painted Black Silk Woven Ribbon Vintage 50s Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Silk grosgrain bow detail at waist. Can easily be worn for any day or evening event any time of year.
1920s Art Deco Cream Silk Chiffon Dress w Solid Gold-Tone Bead Embellishment
Located in Gresham, OR
1920s Art Deco Cream Silk Chiffon Dress w Solid Gold-Tone Bead Embellishment: An extraordinary example of the classic Art Deco style dress worn by those ultra-modern "flapper" types...
CD Greene 2000s Grey Silver Chainmail Cut-Out Silk Jersey Y2K Vintage Dress
By CD GREENE
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing early 2000s CD GREENE gray silk jersey and silver mesh Chainmail dress ! Greene actually studied architecture, but his recalling was fashion. His dresses are like works of ar...
$593Sale Price|20% Off
DRIES VAN NOTEN Size 10 Black Silver Silk Sequined Crew-Neck Dress Top
By Dries van Noten
Located in San Francisco, CA
DRIES VAN NOTEN dress top comes in a black silk woven material featuring a silver beaded texture, and hook and closure at back. Excellent Pre-Owned Condition. Marked: 42 Measu...
1970s Cobalt Blue Silk Cocktail Shirt Dress with Pussy Bow Size 10/12
Located in Atlanta, GA
This exquisite vintage 1970s cocktail shirt dress embodies effortless sophistication with its sleek, straight-lined silhouette and refined pussy-bow collar. Crafted from luxurious co...
BOTTEGA VENETA 2015 Runway silk purple floral print mesh pleat dress IT38 XS
By Tomas Maier, Bottega Veneta
Located in Hong Kong, NT
BOTTEGA VENETA 2015 Runway silk purple floral print black mesh pleat dress IT38 XS Reference: LNKO/A02504 Brand: Bottega Veneta Designer: Tomas Maier Collection: Resort 2015 - Runway...
Vintage Silk Gown by Amanda Wakeley
By Amanda Wakeley
Located in London, GB
A fun vintage dress by British designer Amanda Wakeley. The dress is in a yellow and white print silk and has spaghetti straps and layers of fabric so the the dress moves with you. ...
CHANEL 08P black 100% silk ruched front boned waist shift dress FR34 XS
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL 08P black 100% silk ruched front boned waist shift dress FR34 XS Reference: LNKO/A02271 Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Collection: 08P Material: Silk Color: Black Patt...
1990S ISAAC MIZRAHI Lime Green Silk Faille Cocktail Dress With Giant Bow Accent
By Isaac Mizrahi
Located in New York, NY
Fully lined with silk gazzar for structure. The finishing and construction on this dress is next level quality. 1990S ISAAC MIZRAHI Lime Green Silk Faille Cocktail Dress With Giant ...
$525Sale Price|22% Off
Vintage Albert Nipon 1990s Black Polka Dot Origami Strapless Silk Dress Size 6
By Albert Nipon
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic vintage ALBERT NIPON 90s black strapless silk dress! Features black polka dots throughout, origami pleated side waist detail, and a pleated hem.
$175Sale Price|35% Off
DION LEE black silk one shoulder drape front asymmetric ruffle dress AUS10 M
By Dion Lee
Located in Hong Kong, NT
DION LEE black silk one shoulder drape front asymmetric ruffle dress AUS10 M Reference: KEDG/A00269 Brand: Dion Lee Material: Silk Color: Black Pattern: Solid Closure: Zip Lining: Bl...
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.
Pretty 90s Rozae Nichols Floral 3 - D ' Autumn Harvest ' Silk Dress w/ Appliqué
By Rozae Nichols
Located in San Diego, CA
Pretty 1990s silk dress, by Rozae Nichols! Gorgeous neutral hues, with a unique floral print throughout. Flattering silhouette, with silk floral puff appliqués at left shoulder. Asym...
Vintage Vicky Tiel Couture Botanical Print 80s Size 6 / 8 Silk Strapless Dress
By Vicky Tiel
Located in San Diego, CA
Fabulous vintage 1980s VICKY TIEL COUTURE botanical print silk strapless dress! Features amazing prints in practically every color of the rainbow; vibrant colors of green, fuchsia, p...
S/S 2001 Vintage Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent black silk dress
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Montgomery, TX
S/S 2001 Vintage Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent black silk dress 100% Chiffon silk, ruched, lined, strapless. side slits Made in France Size tag removed (approx. FR size 36 - US 4) ...
$664Sale Price|20% Off
OSCAR DE LA RENTA SS08 Size 6 Brown Silk Pleated A-Line Dress
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in San Francisco, CA
OSCAR DE LA LENTA SS2008 dress comes in a brown silk featuring a pleated style, a-line, beaded crystal embellishments, hook & loop details, anda back zipper closure. Made in USA. Ver...
$400Sale Price|27% Off
New Jay Godfrey Lavender Purple Cold Shoulder Cut - Out Silk Bodycon Mini Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Brand new JAY GODFREY lilac purple silk and lycra cut-out cold shoulder mini dress!
Silk ivory cocktail dress with flower tulle brooch Attributed to Chanel (no tag)
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Silk ivory cocktail dress with flower tulle brooch. Silk satin edge, waist and bow. Buttons, buttonhole and snaps at the end of the shoulder straps on the back. NO BRAND TAG. SIZE XS
Vintage Spectacular Fred Hayman BH Rushed Silk Print Cocktail Party Dress Size 6
By Fred Hayman Beverly Hills, Fred Hayman
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This gorgeous vintage dress was purchased at Giorgio’s Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills. It is the most spectacular cocktail or party dress to wear this holiday season. The dress is enti...
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.
$432Sale Price|20% Off
VALENTINO yellow wool silk short sleeve ruffle hem fit flare dress IT42 M
By Valentino
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VALENTINO yellow wool silk short sleeve ruffle hem fit flare dress IT42 M Reference: LACG/A00400 Brand: Valentino Designer: Pier Paolo Piccioli Material: Wool, Silk Color: Yellow Pat...
$108Sale Price|40% Off
MARNI 100% silk light pink gathered asymmetric draped short sleeve dress IT38 XS
By Marni
Located in Hong Kong, NT
MARNI 100% silk light pink gathered asymmetric draped short sleeve dress IT38 XS Reference: CELG/A00209 Brand: Marni Material: Silk Color: Pink Pattern: Solid Closure: Zip Extra Deta...
$213Sale Price|60% Off
La Collection Black Silk Maxi Dress Women's Size 4 Cowl Neck Y2K Style
Located in London, GB
Minimalist chic, understated luxe La Collection black silk maxi dress. Bought £895 and worn once (has been dry cleaned). Deceptively simple but made to last a lifetime; superbly craf...
$192Sale Price|20% Off
RAEY Long Day gold tinsel nude silk spaghetti strap midi dress UK8 S
By Raey
Located in Hong Kong, NT
RAEY Long Day gold tinsel nude silk spaghetti strap midi dress UK8 S Reference: ECLO/A00020 Brand: Raey Model: Long Day Material: Silk, Blend Color: Nude, Gold Pattern: Abstract Clos...
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