FELISA-JOSE LUIS, Feather Print on Grey-Blue Silk Shift Dress
Located in Kingston, NY
Felisa-Jose Luis grey-blue and coffee color feather print shift dress with pockets and zipper cuffs. Shoulder to Shoulder 17" , Bust 46" , Length 39.5" , Hem Opening 48"
$1,680Sale Price|20% Off
Oscar de la Renta Navy Silk Taffeta Strapless Gown - 10
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Oscar de la Renta Navy Silk Taffeta Strapless Gown - 10. This beautiful gown has a mermaid style to it. There is bodice boning all around and the back has a gathering that falls in a...
Valentino Blue Navy Silk Gown w/Keyhole Neckline & Open Back
By Valentino
Located in Studio City, CA
Valentino navy silk gown with blush pink trim at the neckline and with a keyhole opening, pleated skirt, self belt and open back. Size 40, 100% silk. In excellent condition. Please c...
Christian Lacroix Haute-Couture Crimson Draped Silk Chiffon Gown, FW 1999
By Christian Lacroix
Located in London, GB
This Christian Lacroix dress from the Fall-Winter 1999 haute couture collection is an asymmetrical masterpiece crafted in rich crimson silk chiffon. The one-shoulder design features ...
1990s CD Green Ivory Grey Silver Silk Jersey Chiffon Beaded Paillettes 90s Gown
By CD GREENE
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage late 90s CD GREENE ivory, grey/silver silk jersey and chiffon evening dress ! Features a blouson loose fitting chiffon overlay with hook-and-eye closure at center b...
Delpozo Dreamy One-Shoulder Polka Dot Dramatic Silk Chiffon Gown
By Delpozo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A dreamy entrance gown in soft purple polka dot by Delpozo. A one shoulder fitted bodice and waist extending into a full dramatic skirt. Beautifully crafted and designed soft lea...
A Pierre Balmain Ottoman Silk Faille Couture Ball-Gown N° 83213 Paris Circa 1958
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1958 France A yellow banana ottoman silk faille ball-gown or ceremonial long dress. Boned bodice with large plunge neckline and cream oblique pleated shape faille on the ches...
1950s Cobalt & Black Silk Satin Floral Brocade Gown w Draped Bodice & Fishtail
Located in Gresham, OR
1950s Cobalt & Black Silk Satin Floral Brocade Gown w Draped Bodice & Fishtail: From Ransohoff's of San Francisco, the premier high-fashion women's specialty store so well remembere...
1950S Navy Blue Silk & Lace Strapless Gown With Trumpet Skirt
Located in New York, NY
1950S Navy Blue Silk & Lace Strapless Gown With Trumpet Skirt
1990s James Purcell Couture Black Silk Chiffon Semi Sheer Filigree Print Gown
By James Purcell
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning 90s vintage JAMES PURCELL couture black silk chiffon semi sheer filigree print evening gown !
Vintage Red Navy Creme Striped Silk Halter Gown Feather Shawl, 1970s
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This vintage 1970s gown ensemble is a true treasure. Custom made from a satin striped silk, this dress boasts a simple design and high-quality craftsmanship. The fabric is designed w...
2008 Vintage Versace Strapless Crystal & Metal Embellished Silk Chiffon Gown 40
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
2008 VINTAGE VERSACE SWAROVSKI AND METAL EMBROIDERY DRESS Strapless design, artfully embellished body and chiffon skirt - ensure a stunning silhouette. IT Size 40 or US 4 Made in Ita...
1960s SAZ Ceremonial Sari-Inspired Gown in Silk and Gold Embellishment
Located in Gresham, OR
An amazing 1960s SAZ by Surjit and Adarsh Gill ceremonial sari-inspired gown: 2 layers of persimmon color silk chiffon with lining in dress and single layered chiffon for wrap. ...
Gianni Versace Couture Vintage black silk gown with Swarovski crystals, 1990s
By Gianni Versace Couture
Located in Montgomery, TX
From the Gianni Versace Couture collection. Museum grade! Italian size is 38 ( US 4 ) 90-s Vintage Gianni Versace Couture black silk gown with Swarovski crystals. Opt for sleek simpl...
1960s Pink & Aubergine Silk Satin Gown w Beaded Structured Bust & Yellow Accent
Located in Gresham, OR
1960s Pink & Aubergine Textured Silk Satin Gown w Beaded Structured Bust & Yellow Accent: A very sophisticated and unusual color palette was utilized for this 60s stunner in textured...
Valentino 1980s Black / Red Silk Jersey Vintage Strapless 80s Gown Size Small
By Valentino
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and timeless 1980s VALENTINO silk jersey black and red strapless evening gown !
1950S Lipstick Red Silk Organza Solid Sequin Beaded Column Gown
Located in New York, NY
Custom made for Rat Pack era Opera & lounge singer Vivian Della Chiesa who sang in Miami with Sinatra and was a featured performer at the Waldorf Astoria New York 1950S Lipstick Red ...
1980s Black Silk Strapless Gown w Small Cream Polkadots & Bow Trimmed Bodice
Located in Gresham, OR
1980s Black Silk Strapless Gown w Small Cream Polkadots & Bow Trimmed Fully Boned Bodice: No maker label, but excellent demi-couture quality detailing. Fully boned and ruched bodice ...
1980S PAULINE TRIGERE Black Beaded Silk Chiffon Long Sleeve Gown
By Pauline Trigère
Located in New York, NY
1980S PAULINE TRIGERE Black Beaded Silk Chiffon Long Sleeve Gown
1990S GIANNI VERSACE Black Silk Crepe Gold Safey Pin Gown
By Gianni Versace
Located in New York, NY
1990S GIANNI VERSACE Black Silk Crepe Gold Safey Pin Gown
1930s Art Deco Fully Sequined Cobalt Blue Silk Chiffon Halter Mermaid Gown
Located in Gresham, OR
1930s Art Deco Fully Sequined Cobalt Blue Silk Chiffon Halter Mermaid Gown: A stunning gown by an unknown maker of French couture quality. Original long hem. Vivid cobalt sequins h...
1960s Cavanagh's Couture Black Silk Shantung Rhinestone Beaded Vintage 60s Gown
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful early 1960s CAVANAGH'S black silk shantung rhinestone and beaded black gown / dress ! Features thousands of hand-sewn black seed beads and rhinestones around the neck and u...
1970S MALCOLM STARR Chocolate Brown Silk Chiffon Boho Ruffled Gown
By Malcolm Starr
Located in New York, NY
1970S MALCOLM STARR Chocolate Brown Silk Chiffon Boho Ruffled Gown
Gorgeous 1960s Clifton Wilhite Gold Silver Black Silk Brocade Vintage 60s Gown
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous early 60s CLIFTON WILHITE demi couture gold, silver and black silk brocade full length belted evening dress! Features a stunning tailored bodice with a bodyhugging skirt.
ELIZABETH MASON COUTURE Silk Chiffon Gown Made to Order
By Elizabeth Mason Couture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This ELIZABETH MASON COUTURE gown features a beautiful strapless design with delicate ruching on bodice. There is a gathered drape just above the knees accentuating the curves before...
Givenchy 1990s Robe FR38 Black Wool and Shot silk Wrists UK10 US8
By Givenchy
Located in PARIS, FR
Givenchy dress circa 1990 in black wool cloth, sheath shape, wide boat neck, long sleeves extended by a musketeer-style cuff in black silk or wool moire, black satin canvas lining, f...
ELIZABETH MASON COUTURE Gold Silk Lame Gown Made to Measure
By Elizabeth Mason Couture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fashioned from the finest gold silk lame, this exquisite gown presents a gorgeous body skimming silhouette with a flared hem. The center front bodice features all hand finished detai...
F/W 2002 Dolce & Gabbana Brown Bias Cut Silk Satin Cowl Neck Gown
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From Dolce & Gabbana’s Fall/Winter 2002 collection, this floor-length gown is crafted from rich brown silk satin and cut on the bias for a fluid, body-skimming silhouette. The dress ...
90s Helen Morley for Saks Size 12 Taupe Silk Crochet Beaded Strapless Gown
By Helen Morley, Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1990s vintage HELEN MORLEY for SAKS 5TH AVENUE taupe silk strapless evening dress! This gown retailed for $3,250 in the mid 90s Every detail about this beauty is phenomena...
1980s Black + Gold Silk Velvet Plisse Strapless Beaded A.J. Bari Vintage Gown
By A.J. Bari
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous vintage 80s AJ BARI full length Strapless evening dress! Features a fitted black silk velvet bodice, w/ gold glitter thorughout, and gold beads and sequins down the front.
1960s Bonwit Teller Pink Silk Chiffon Bias Gown w Rhinestone Embellished Straps
By Bonwit Teller
Located in Gresham, OR
1960s Bonwit Telle Pink Silk Chiffon Bias Gown w Rhinestone Embellished Straps: 3 layer construction in bias cut chiffon and crepe. Very simple flowing shape through body with an cre...
Balmain dress Haute Couture 1985s
By Balmain
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
BALMAIN - (Made in France) Green silk satin evening dress sewn with rhinestones. A Haute Couture Collection circa 1985 under the artistic direction of Erik Mortensen.
1980S Black & Pink Silk Lurex Satin Lamé Jacquard Strapless Bodice Gown
Located in New York, NY
1980S Black & Pink Silk Lurex Satin Lamé Jacquard Strapless Bodice Gown
IRENE Black Silk Cascading Ruffle Cocktail Gown and Jacket Size 4
By Irene
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Irene ensemble is composed of black silk. The strapless cocktail dress features a pleated bust with side draped, cascading ruffle, with interior boning. The jacket features a cr...
Beautiful 1950s Saks Fifth Avenue Beaded Blue Silk Taffeta Gown
By Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in San Diego, CA
Drop dead gorgeous 1950s Saks Fifth Avenue gown! Stunning rich blue color, heavily beaded on front and back of bodice. Impeccable construction, with hand-finished details. Wonderful ...
$552Sale Price|24% Off
Gianfranco Ferre 80's Grand Polka Dot Silk Blouse/Jacket
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Amsterdam, NL
We offer more vintage exclusive items, view our frontstore This 80/90's vintage Ferre is made of silk and has 1 inside button and double brested buttons, no lining, small hipsize. I...
Sensational 1990s Bill Blass Couture Nude Silk Chiffon Paisley Vintage 90s Gown
By Bill Blass
Located in San Diego, CA
Sensational vintage late 90s BILL BLASS couture nude silk chiffon paisley print full length evening dress with dramatic train!
1950S FONTANA COUTURE Black & White Silk Dupioni Tiered Skirt Gown With Velvet
Located in New York, NY
in good condition however the bodice shows pin holes where the dress was taken in and then let back out with a new zipper. 1950S FONTANA COUTURE Black & White Silk Dupioni Tiered Ski...
$3,040Sale Price|20% Off
Yves Saint Laurent Édition Soir Teal Silk Gown, FW 2009, Size 38, NWT
By Stefano Pilati for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Kingston, NY
This brand-new-with-tags (NWT - priced at $6590) Yves Saint Laurent Édition Soir gown, attributed to Fall-Winter 2009 under Stefano Pilati’s creative direction, represents a rare jew...
Christian Dior By John Galliano Pre-Fall 2008 Pink Lavender Silk Gown
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Jersey City, NJ
An exquisite piece from Christian Dior’s Pre-Fall 2008 collection under John Galliano, this gown captures the elegance and drama that defined his tenure at the house. Crafted from a ...
ELIZABETH MASON COUTURE Turquoise Silk Jersey Halter Gown Made to Order
By Elizabeth Mason Couture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Elizabeth Mason Couture dress is fashioned from the finest silk jersey. This fabulous halter design is effortlessly chic and can be custom made in a variety of colors. Made in B...
DONNA KARAN 2012 Vintage Runway Grey Gauzy Silk Blend Gown Bridal Wedding
By Donna Karan
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Donna Karan Vintage Runway Resort 2012 Grey Tons of voluminous layers One panel by side/stomach is sheer (pictured) Hidden back zip Size USA 8 Obviously great for a bride to be! NWT...
Beautiful 1960s Lord & Taylor Turquoise Blue Silk Chiffon Beaded Grecian Gown
By Lord & Taylor
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 60s vintage Lord & Taylor turquoise blue silk chiffon beaded and sequin encrusted gown! Thousands of hand-sewn sequins, crystals, rhinestones and beads around the neckline ...
DANIEL JAMES CANTU Burgundy Raw Silk Gown Size 2-4
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Daniel James Cantu COUTURE gown is composed of a burgundy raw silk chiffon with bead applique and flower at the center back. There is a center back zipper closure and train. In...
Bill Blass Black Silk Long Sleeve Beaded Gown Size 10
By Bill Blass
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Bill Blass gown is composed of a black silk adorned with silver and champagne hued beads on the bodice. Features a center front drape detail, long sleeves, and a center back cl...
Yves Saint Laurent S/S 1993 Documented Black Silk Embellished Tassel & Beads Top
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Yves Saint Laurent S/S 1993 Iconique Runway Documented Black Silk Embellished Tassel & Beads Top Yves Saint Laurent jacket from the Spring/Summer 1993 prêt-à-porter collection, f...
Ceil Chapman 1960s Raspberry Pink + Gold Silk Brocade Flower Vintage 60s Gown
By Ceil Chapman
Located in San Diego, CA
Spectacular 1960s CEIL CHAPMAN gold metallic and raspberry pink silk brocade flowers and swirls printed full length evening dress!
Rodarte Tie Dye Beaded Embroidered Silk Gown F/W 2013 Runway
By Rodarte
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Creating beautiful clothes that channel a certain fantastic dreaminess has long been Rodarte’s calling card. Rodarte’s designs are held in permanent collections at world-class museum...
NWT $3650 Roberto Cavalli Blue Silk Firework Embellished Caftan 40 Oversize
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Roberto Cavalli Blue Silk Embellished Caftan Designer size 40 ( Oversize ) 100% Silk, Indigo Blue Color, Handmade Firework Embroidery Created from Multicolored Beads and Sequins....
CHRISTIAN DIOR COUTURE Provenance Betsy Bloomingdale Nude Silk Chiffon Gown
By Christian Dior
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Christian Dior gown is composed of a nude silk. Features and elastic neckline and sleeves with a pleated waist, which may be style on or off the shoulders. Comes with a slip ski...
Christian Dior by John Galliano black silk strapless trained gown, fw 2008
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
▪ Christian Dior black silk faille strapless evening gown ▪ Designed by John Galliano ▪ Built-in boned corset with underwired bra ▪ Oversized draped bow ▪ Narrow floor-length skirt ...
$2,236Sale Price|20% Off
1990s Stephen Yearick Size 6 / 8 Silver Gunmetal Gray Beaded Silk Gown + Shawl
By Stephen Yearick
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning vintage 90 STEPHEN YEARICK silver / gunmetal silk lace beaded evening gown and large shawl World renowned celebrity dress maker!
1970s Oscar De La Renta Creme and Black Silk Plisse Jumpsuit
By Oscar de la Renta Boutique
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage 70s Oscar De La renta Creme silk ruffle jumpsuit with black silk pleats pants. Size: 4 Bust 34 inches/ Waist 27 inches/ Hip; 38 / Jumpsuit length 53 inches
Elizabeth Mason Couture Silk Gown with Bow Made to Order
By Elizabeth Mason Couture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fashioned from the finest black Silk Dupioni, this exquisite gown features a large bow at the neckline and a wonderful flared hem. You may purchase this sample piece or place your o...
Zac Posen Fall 2005 Plum Purple Silk Tiered Gown with Pom Trimmed Flounces
By Zac Posen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ravishing runway gown from Zac Posen's Fall/Winter 2005 collection. It was originally worn by model Gemma Ward on the runway in an ashy green variation. This gown is a lovely muted l...
1960s Werle Glamorous Black Glittered Silk Chiffon Gown w/ Dramatic Sleeves
By Werle Beverly Hills, WERLE of Beverly Hills
Located in Gresham, OR
1960s Werle glamorous Mod black glittered silk chiffon gown with nude silk crepe insets at sides and dramatic Dolman draped sheer silk chiffon sleeves. Wide neckline. Completely line...
Adele Simpson Burnout Black Velvet and Red Silk Gown Size Small
By Adele Simpson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Adele Simpson gown is an absolute show stopper. It is fashioned with a black velvet bodice with burnout detail and a vibrant true red silk skirt. There are center front openings...
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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