Jean Dessès haute couture emerald and gold silk brocade evening dress, c. 1962
By Jean Dessès
Located in London, GB
To ensure a luxurious and comfortable experience, the dress is thoughtfully lined with the finest silk chiffon, further elevating its lavish appeal.
Valentino 2000s Size 6 Black Silk Lace Cut-Out Sequin Evening Gown Dress
By Valentino
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy, yet classic early 2000s VALENTINO black silk and lace cut-out evening gown ! Features a tailored bodice with black lace sequin cut-out detail with rhinestone encrusted buckle a...
Georges Rech 1980s Black Silk Dress
By Georges Rech
Located in Eivissa, ES
Georges Rech 1980s Black Silk Taffeta Dress with Oversized Collar Striking and sculptural, this 1980s Georges Rech dress is crafted from crisp black silk taffeta and defined by its d...
Red evening silk chiffon dress with ruffles and satin ribbon piping edge 1980's
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Red evening silk chiffon dress with ruffles and satin ribbon piping edge.
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2003 Plunging Bias Cut Slip Silk Train Evening Dress Gown
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2003 Plunging Bias Cut Slip Silk Train Evening Dress Gown Size XS
GERMAINE MONTEIL c.1930s Black Silk Velvet Belted Floral Lace Evening Dress Gown
Located in Thiensville, WI
Rare vintage Germaine Monteil c.1930's black silk velvet belted floral lace evening gown. Long dolman sleeves with six covered button detail and four concealed snap closures at cuffs...
$1,354Sale Price|20% Off
Tomas Starzewski Couture Silk Evening Outfit
By Tomasz Starzewski
Located in London, GB
A wonderful evening outfit by Tomasz Starzewski Couture. The outift comprises a skirt, top and shawl/scarf. The skirt is in a pretty dove grey colour , with a back zip, fully lined ...
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2004 Runway Cutout High Slit Silk Slip Evening Dress Gown
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2004 Runway Plunged Décolleté Cutout High Slit Silk Train Slip Evening Dress Gown Size XS Look 27 from the Spring 2004 Collection.
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2004 Runway Cutout High Slit Silk Slip Evening Dress Gown
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2004 Runway Plunged Décolleté Cutout High Slit Silk Slip Evening Dress Gown Size M Look 27 from the Spring 2004 Collection.
Gucci by Tom Ford SS 2003 Black Silk Ruched Evening Dress With Ruffled Skirt
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in North Wales, PA
Abundantia Curation presents this stunning Silk Gucci by Tom Ford’s collection Spring-Summer 2003! Constructed from black silk Deep-v neckline Tired ruffled floor-length skirt wi...
Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Pale Mauve Silk Strapless Evening Dress, SS 2003
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
Strapless evening dress in pale mauve silk, constructed with diagonally placed inverted darts that contour the torso in precise, architectural lines.
Vintage 1960's Tiffany blue silk chiffon rhinestone evening dress UK 8 US 4
Located in Nashville, TN
This truly breathtaking 1960's Tiffany blue silk chiffon dress, embellished with ice blue claw set rhinestones and glass faceted beaded droplets, is the perfect statement piece for t...
1990s Yves Saint Laurent Black and White Silk Chiffon Evening Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Alford, MA
A beautiful float of a dress, this Yves Saint Laurent evening caftan-style gown is crafted of black silk chiffon printed asymmetrically with a white abstract floral/leaf pattern belo...
Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Black Silk and Lace Evening Dress, FW 2003
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
▪ Brand: Yves Saint Laurent ▪ Creative Director: Tom Ford ▪ Collection: Fall-Winter 2003 ▪ Fabric: Silk, Lace ▪ Details: This black sheer evening dress is made of silk and lace.
2000s Pure Silk Black Metallic Silver Bias cut Ruffled Evening Dress
Located in Sheffield, GB
An Exquisite 2000's Vintage Pure Silk Bias cut Evening Dress in black with Metallic silver hand-sequinned & seed beadwork.
Martin Margiela black silk chiffon evening wrap dress with metal s-hook, ss 1999
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in London, GB
This dress, crafted from black silk chiffon, promises to elevate your evening attire with its sophisticated and chic appeal.
Gucci by Tom Ford black silk ruched evening dress with tired skirt, ss 2003
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in London, GB
▪ Gucci evening dress ▪ Creative Director: Tom Ford ▪ Spring-Summer 2003 ▪ Constructed from black silk ▪ Deep-v neckline ▪ Ruched bodice and sleeves ▪ Tired ruffled floor-length s...
NEW Emilio Pucci Signature Print Draped Silk Cocktail Evening Dress 42
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
Beautiful Emilio Pucci Silk Dress In the famous signature print A special limited edition in the Pucci archivio print Fabulous print combination "Emilio" discreetyl written all ove...
$900Sale Price|40% Off
Galanos Black Silk Crepe Evening Dress with Unusual Diamante Neckline
By James Galanos, Galanos
Located in New Hope, PA
Black silk crepe is used for this classically elegant long sleeved dress with a square neckline. The neckline is enhanced with a double row of sparkling faceted "diamonds" creating a...
Dior Silk Dress Cruise Collection, 2015
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Dior - Silk twill dress.2015 Cruise Collection. No composition or size tag, it fits a size 36FR. Additional information: Dimensions: Bust 41 cm (16.14"), Waist: 35 cm (13.77"), Hip...
UNWORN Valentino Silk Tropical Birds Print Cape Evening Cocktail Dress 8
By Valentino
Located in Switzerland, CH
This Valentino dress has been crafted in Italy from featherweight navy silk crepe de chine and is printed with tonal-pink tropical birds - a key motif from the brand. The loose silho...
Vintage OSCAR DE LA RENTA Black Silk & Swarovski Maxi Evening Dress Gown Size 8
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The Vintage Oscar de la Renta evening gown is a true masterpiece of elegance and glamour. Crafted from luxurious black silk, this strapless gown drapes beautifully, exuding a sense o...
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2001 Runway Face Eye Print Bias Cut Silk Slip Evening Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2001 Runway Face Eye Print Bias Cut Silk Slip Evening Dress Size M
Vintage Purple Silk Embroidered Maxi Dress Anarkali Kashmir Maxi Dress India
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Purple silk wedding dress lavender evening dress coat hand embroidered kashmir India.
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2001 Runway Face Eye Print Bias Cut Silk Slip Evening Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Roberto Cavalli S/S 2001 Runway Face Eye Print Bias Cut Silk Slip Evening Dress Size S
Antonino Valenti Silk Dress
Located in New York, NY
Antonino Valenti silk dress with a fitted top and voluminous skirt. The first layer is a flesh-colored fabric with a black mesh layer on top. Additional information: Fabric: 100% si...
Blue Silk Velvet Dress by Annoushka Hempel
Located in London, GB
A chic and luxurious silk velvet dress by Annoushka Hempel. In a wonderful soft fabric, the dress has a square neckline, cap sleaves and small shoulder pads that could be removed. i...
Spectacular 1920s Apricot Silk Chiffon Evening Dress w/ Mirror Beaded Trim
Located in Gresham, OR
Spectacular 1920s Apricot Silk Chiffon Evening Dress w/ Mirror Beaded Trim: A extraordinary example of the classic Art Deco style dress worn by those ultra-modern "flapper" types li...
Valentino Silk Dress - '90s
By Valentino
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Crafted from soft chiffon silk in black, this vintage dress features a flowy midi silhouette, tie-knot neck, and tassel panel details at the sleeve hems for added elegance. Measure...
Tom Ford silk organza evening dress in a lattice of blue glass beads, ss 2013
By Tom Ford
Located in London, GB
▪ Evening dress comprising; skirt and top ▪ Constructed with black silk organza and a lattice of blue glass beads ▪ Skirt formed from pieced strips ▪ Matching bodice with sheer nec...
J. MENDEL Vintage Grey Silk Evening Gown w. Long Train Maxi Dress w. Slit Bead
By J Mendel
Located in Leonardo, NJ
J. Mendel Vintage Grey Beaded 100% Silk Can wear the straps open or scrunch them tight High front slit Invisible back zip Extra long train Under the bust is very tight, needs a 32 ba...
Vintage 1940s Red Crepe Silk Floral Beaded Evening Gown 1940s Dress US 6 UK 10
Located in Nashville, TN
This truly enchanting 1940's crepe silk gown, rendered in the most vibrant shade of vermilion red and embellished with gold lamé soutache embroidery surrounding floral beadwork in sh...
Gucci by Tom Ford black bias cut silk crepe chiffon evening slip dress, ss 1997
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in London, GB
▪ Gucci black evening slip dress ▪ Designed by Tom Ford ▪ Spring-Summer 1997 ▪ Constructed from black bias-cut silk-rayon blend crepe chiffon ▪ Double-layered ▪ Scoop neck ▪ Spaghett...
Halston Purple Silk Single Shoulder Silk Evening Gown 1970's
By Halston
Located in Studio City, CA
1970's Halston purple silk evening gown with a single shoulder strap and wrap skirt featuring a draped waist tie. The silk fabric which the bodice and waist tie are fabricated from i...
Gucci by Tom Ford Black Silk Ribbon Cut-Out Evening Dress with Train, FW 2002
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in London, GB
Gucci by Tom Ford, Fall-Winter 2002: A black silk evening gown with a halter neckline and a floor-length silhouette. The gown features a series of horizontal, laser-cut panels creati...
Vintage Chloe Silk Dress
By Chloé
Located in London, GB
A very pretty vintage silk dress by Chloe. The dress has a light caramel background, with a turquoise and brown print. It has a v neckline with frill front detail and a button front ...
Dior Cold Shoulder Midi Dress Size FR 36 US 4 Black Wool Silk Blend Evening Gown
By Christian Dior
Located in Miami, FL
- Black exterior - Tagged size FR 36 - Made of 80% wool 20% silk - Comes with dustbag Condition: The dress is brand new with tags Measurements: ( Approximately In Inches ...
NEW Valentino Draped Cady Silk Evening Bridal Goddess Gown Cape Dress 8
By Valentino, Valentino Garavani
Located in Switzerland, CH
INCREDIBLE VALENTINO GRECIAN GODDESS IVORY SILK EVENING GOWN Gorgeous off-white evening gown inspired by the Grecian goddesses by VALENTINO. Details: Draped Neckline Three-quarter...
Jenny Packham Silk Sequin Beaded Evening Gown, 2000s
By Jenny Packham
Located in Marlborough, GB
Jenny Packham baby pink silk sequin beaded evening gown, early 2000s Jenny Packham is a Central Saint Martins alumnus and British designer Fully lined Covered in beading with sequins...
Tom Ford for Gucci Black Silk Chiffon Evening Dress — Fall/Winter 2003
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Black Silk Chiffon Evening Dress — Fall/Winter 2003 An exceptionally elegant and unmistakably sensual Tom Ford for Gucci evening dress from the designer’s final e...
2000’s Beaded Animal Print Silk Bias Cut Asymmetric Goddess Evening Dress
Located in Sheffield, GB
A Sensational 2000’s vintage Silk draped dress. Featuring a boho y2k animal printed exterior with hand beaded shoulder straps that crossover at the back and a tiered asymmetrical sil...
RARE Prada 2006 Pleated Silk & Lace Lingerie Style Evening Cocktail Dress 42
By Prada
Located in Switzerland, CH
Romantic details and retro suggestions inspire this lingerie dress that combines the elegant sheen of silk and the romantic delicacy of lace. DETAILS: A rare find - this Prada dr...
Vintage Bellville Sassoon Silk Velvet Evening Gown
By Bellville Sassoon
Located in London, GB
A great vintage gown by Bellville Sassoon. In a silk velvet paisley like print, the colours include, purple, green, red and black. The dress has a v neckline, black trim at waist le...
Chanel Spring 2008 CC Silk Halter Dress
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Whimsical Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld 'CC' Silk Halter Dress! Circa Chanel's Spring 2008 collection, Karl Lagerfeld presents this stunning vibrant multicolor maxi dress! 100% silk jerse...
Stretch Silk Cloque Wiggle Dress, Studio VL
By Leslie Chin x Studio VL
Located in New York, NY
Black Stretch Silk Cloque Wiggle Dress, Studio VL from the 1980's. Off the shoulder banded neckline with deep cut outs on front and back. Silk blend stretch cloque textured Italian ...
$3,040Sale Price|20% Off
Gucci by Tom Ford 1999 Black Silk V-Neck Evening Gown
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Kingston, NY
Fall/Winter 1999 Collection Rare Archival Piece: A sleek and sultry masterpiece from Tom Ford’s era-defining tenure at Gucci, this rare black evening gown hails from the house’s 1999...
Rare 1940s Taffetas Silk Dress
Located in Paris, FR
Gorgeous 1940s peach pink silk dress featuring maxi length, fixed flounces on front bust & goes on back sleeves, bias cut with many tailoring details, maxi length. In good vinta...
New Gucci Fuchsia Silk Maxi Shirt Dress IT40
By Gucci
Located in Brossard, QC
Gucci Fuchsia Silk Maxi Shirt Dress The Gucci Fuchsia Silk Maxi Shirt Dress is a stunning expression of elegance and luxury.
New Gucci Fuchsia Silk Maxi Shirt Dress IT42
By Gucci
Located in Brossard, QC
Gucci Fuchsia Silk Maxi Shirt Dress The Gucci Fuchsia Silk Maxi Shirt Dress is a stunning expression of elegance and luxury.
2006 Vintage John Galliano Black Silk Embellished Bias Cut Flapper Evening Dress
By John Galliano
Located in Sheffield, GB
A Beautiful 2006 John Galliano flapper style dress. Crafted in a matt black pure silk with pale gold and silver bead / sequin work, dropped waistline, asymmetrical hem and a conceale...
Christian Dior evening dress 2008
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - (Made in France) Plum silk muslin evening dress with a cut in bias. A shoulder with drapery is ornamented with pearled leaves and black sequins.
$5,039Sale Price|44% Off
UNWORN Versace 2007 Silk Goddess Evening Bridal Wedding Gown Maxi Dress 42
By Versace
Located in Switzerland, CH
Incredible Versace Grecian Goddess Silk Evening Gown Featured In The AD Campaign, Runway Show And Worn By Many Models & Celebs Like Jennifer, Liz, Leona, Daria and many more So...
Vintage Silk Mini Dress
Located in London, GB
A great vintage mini dress/summer cover up.. The dress is in an orange , black and red print with a v neckline, and elbow length sleaves.
$429Sale Price|20% Off
Balenciaga Blue Silk Dress, 1980s
By Balenciaga
Located in Paris, FR
1980s Balenciaga blue silk moire dress featuring a black spot print, black silk moire contrasted waistband, gold tone buttons, a side zip opening. In good vintage condition. Made i...
Yves Saint Laurent Silk Beaded Maxi Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This is a mid-century gem! This Yves Saint Laurent gown has details upon details. The most remarkable being the intricate beaded creating a pattern around the round neckline and the ...
$202Sale Price|25% Off
Sass & Bide Beaded Bralette V Neck Evening Down Silk Crepe Dress AU 36 US 2 UK 6
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
Sass & Bide Crepe Silk V-Neck Dress with Beaded Bralette, a striking blend of fluid tailoring and signature embellishment.
Elizabeth Arden 1960s Silk Sequined Paisley Evening Gown
By Elizabeth Arden
Located in Kingston, NY
Late 1960s Elizabeth Arden silk evening gown in a richly saturated paisley print of coral, saffron, olive, and rose tones, accented with scattered hand-applied sequins that shimmer s...
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.