Bill Blass Black Long Sleeve Silk Gown with Gathered Satin Hem Size 8-10
By Bill Blass
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Bill Blass gown is composed of a black silk. Features a gathered satin hem detail, long sleeves, and a center back zipper closure.
Bill Blass Black Long Sleeve Silk Gown with Gathered Satin Hem Size 8-10
By Bill Blass
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Bill Blass gown is composed of a black silk. Features a gathered satin hem detail, long sleeves, and a center back zipper closure.
Giambattista Valli Hot Pink Silk Ruffled Gown with Lace Shoulders and Black Bow
By Giambattista Valli
Located in London, England
Size 38 - Ruffled long sleeves silk gown in hot pink with black waist bow - Pink lace shoulder and chest panel - Long sleeves with flared cuffs - Boning inside the top half with me...
Gucci 1980s Black Silk Long Sleeve Gown
By Gucci
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Indulge in the epitome of luxury with our Gucci 1980s Black Silk Long Sleeve Gown—a timeless and classic piece that exudes sophistication and refinement.
1970S Black Sequined Silk Gauze Long Sleeved Sheer Gown
Located in New York, NY
1970S Black Sequined Silk Gauze Long Sleeved Sheer Gown
1930S Black Silk Satin Bias Cut Long Sleeve Gown
Located in New York, NY
1930S Black Silk Satin Bias Cut Long Sleeve Gown
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
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.
New Versace Red Silk Embellished Gown with Long Sleeves 38 - 2
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
This red piece has slim silhouette and sheer chiffon long sleeves.Fully lined. Content: 100% silk Lining: 100% silk Trim:100% silk It size 38 - US 2 Shoulder to shoulder 15 1/2" armp...
1990S Black Rayon & Nylon Lace Long Sleeved Gothic Gown Lined In Silk
Located in New York, NY
This gown retains no label, however the amount of hand-finishing points to Haute Couture or custom made quality, fully lined in silk. 1990S Black Rayon & Nylon Lace Long Sleeved Goth...
2003 Stella McCartney Brown Silk Satin Long-Sleeve Gown with Cut-Outs
By Stella McCartney
Located in London, GB
The top of the dress has long sleeves and features peekaboo cut-outs at the decolletage and across the top of the back.
J Mendel Spring 2013 Magenta Purple Bohemian Ruffled Silk Long Sleeve Gown
By J Mendel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Romantic and regal J. Mendel S/S 2013 gown as seen on the runway. Diaphonous layers of pleated silk georgette make up the flowing skirt. Sheer bishop sleeves gather at the 3/4 arm fo...
Edwardian Bronze Silk Mesh Over Pale Pink Satin Gown With Long Sleeve
Located in New York, NY
Edwardian Bronze Silk Mesh Over Pale Pink Satin Gown With Long Sleeve
1930S Black Silk Velvet Long Sleeved Gown With Chrome Art Deco Buckle
Located in New York, NY
1930S Black Silk Velvet Long Sleeved Gown With Chrome Art Deco Buckle
1980S BOB MACKIE Black Beaded Silk Chiffon Long Sleeve Gown With Fringe
By Bob Mackie
Located in New York, NY
1980S BOB MACKIE Black Beaded Silk Chiffon Long Sleeve Gown With Fringe
1970S Black & White Silk Mousseline Long Sleeved Gown With Purple Green Geometr
Located in New York, NY
1970S Black & White Silk Mousseline Long Sleeved Gown With Purple Green Geometric Print From Brussels
Beautiful Vintage Bill Blass Couture Silk Taffeta Lace Long Sleeve Evening Gown
By Bill Blass, Attributed to Bill Blass
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage BILL BLASS couture black silk taffeta and lace evening gown! Features luxurious black silk taffeta, with black French lace details throughout. Ruffled taffeta colla...
1910's French Couture Blue Silk Chiffon Gold Embroidered Long Sleeve Belted Gown
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An exquisite 1910's French Couture evening gown in a regal shade of midnight blue. This intricate piece is composed of several layers of delicate silk chiffon including an inner lini...
1980S NAEEM KHAN Black & Gold Beaded Silk Cut Out Back Long Sleeve Gown
By Naeem Khan
Located in New York, NY
1980S NAEEM KHAN Black & Gold Beaded Silk Cut Out Back Long Sleeve Gown
Vintage Richilene Size 12 / 14 Silk Chiffon Cut Velvet Long Sleeve Evening Gown
By Richilene
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage larger size RICHILENE long sleeve silk chiffon / cut velvet evening gown!
Emilio Pucci Purple Silk Long Sleeve Gown with Open Back Size Medium Large
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Emilio Pucci gown is composed of a radiant soft purple silk. The classic long sleeve style is modernized with an exquisite open back.
$1,181Sale Price|25% Off
1980s Navy Blue Silk Chiffon Couture Ruched Long Sleeve Vintage 80s Gown Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible late 11980s navy blue silk chiffon couture quality long sleeve evening gown !
$1,036Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Michael Casey Couture Size 12 Black Silk Long Sleeve Metallic Dress Gown
By Michael Casey
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing vintage MICHAEL CASEY COUTURE black silk gown! Features just the right amount of sex appeal, with black mesh at the top bodice (front and back). Ravishing fit, with cut-out b...
1990S Black Semi-Sheer Flocked Velvet On Tulle Long Sleeved Gown Lined In Silk
Located in New York, NY
1990S Black Semi-Sheer Flocked Velvet On Tulle Long Sleeved Gown Lined In Nude Silk Chiffon
$1,836Sale Price|20% Off
1950s Ceil Chapman Size 6 Black Silk Chiffon Fully Sequined Long Sleeve Gown 50s
By Ceil Chapman
Located in San Diego, CA
Tailored bodice with long semi sheer sleeves. Thousands of hand-sewn jet black sequins throughout the entire dress.
Bill Blass Vintage Size 12 / 14 Black Silk Chiffon 1990s Long Sleeve 90s Gown
By Bill Blass
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1990s BILL BLASS for BERGDORF GOODMAN couture quality black evening dress! Luxurious black silk chiffon. Black on black polka dot bodice, with semi sheer black chiffon abov...
1980S JAMES GALANOS Black Silk Long Sleeve Cut-Out Back Gown With Polka Dot Cry
By James Galanos
Located in New York, NY
Fully lined in silk charmeuse 1980S JAMES GALANOS Black Silk Long Sleeve Cut-Out Back Gown With Polka Dot Crystal & Bead Encrusted Bodice
Vintage Givenchy Couture Hot Pink Fuchsia 1980s Feathers Belted Long Sleeve Gown
By Givenchy
Located in San Diego, CA
Spectacular vintage early 80s GIVENCHY Couture for Amen Wardy numbered long sleeve hot pink feather encrusted silk gown!
Dark Green Valentino Silk Long Sleeve Dress Size US 8
By Valentino
Located in New York, NY
Dark green silk long sleeve dress by Valentino. Square neckline. Pleated bodice. Sheer sleeves. Zip closure at back. 30" bust, 28" waist, 39" length, 12.5" shoulder width.
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...
GALANOS Black Silk Gown with Structured Shoulder and Blouson Sleeve, 1990's
By Galanos
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a long sleeve black silk crepe gown by Galanos, from the 1990's and labeled from I.
Valentino Black Long Sleeve Silk Cocktail Dress, Circa 1990s
By Valentino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a black long sleeve silk cocktail dress by Valentino, from the 1990's. The cocktail dress has a v-neckline, a knot detail in the center front, shoulder pads, and a zipper dow...
1970s Galanos Long sleeve Multi color Maxi Silk Dress in Abstract Print.
By Galanos for Amelia Gray, James Galanos
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1970s Galanos for Amelia Gray Purple, Blue, Green , orange and yellow Abstract print flown silk chiffon gown with billowy sleeves. Size: Small / 4 Measurement; Bust: 34’ / Waist: 2...
$286Sale Price|20% Off
RALPH LAUREN Size S Blue Turquoise Silk Cable Long Sleeve Dress
By Ralph Lauren
Located in San Francisco, CA
RALPH LAUREN BLACK LABEL long sleeve dress comes in a turquoise silk cable knit material featuring a v-neck, and a slit at both sides. Excellent Pre-Owned Condition. Marked: S ...
$250Sale Price|20% Off
MARNI Size 2 Black Burgundy White Silk Abstract Long Sleeve Dress
By Marni
Located in San Francisco, CA
MARNI dress comes in a black burgundy abstract silk woven material featuring a shift dress design, long sleeves, and a zip up closure. Made in Italy.Excellent Pre-Owned Condition. ...
1990S Olive Green Silk Mousseline Long Sleeve Mini Cocktail Dress Embroidered &
Located in New York, NY
Haute couture construction with no label, possibly Galanos? Bill Blass? or Mary McFadden? Fully lined in silk and hand finished. 1990S Olive Green Silk Mousseline Long Sleeve Mini Co...
$1,015Sale Price|21% Off
Emanuel Ungaro Vintage Red + Black Color Block 1990s Long Sleeve 90s Silk Dress
By Emanuel Ungaro
Located in San Diego, CA
Sleek long red sleeves with buttons at each cuff. Pockets at each side of the waist.
Travilla Purple Silk Long Sleeve Cocktail Dress with Draping Size 8
By Travilla
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Travilla cocktail dress is fashioned from a wonderful purple silk. The dress features a v-neckline, draping at the hip and bust, with long sleeves. There is a center back zipper...
Roberto Cavalli Y2K Strong Shoulders Silk Jersey Rhinestone Long Sleeve Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy, yet sophisticated new early 2000s ROBERTO CAVAlLI strong shoulders long sleeve black dress! Features flowers in vibrant colors of pink, blue and purple up each side of the fron...
Averardo Bessi Tan Silk Jersey Long Sleeve Dress w/ Border Print
By Averardo Bessi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a charming dress from Averardo Bessi, an contemporary of Pucci. It is made of a soft tan silk jersey with a border print. It has a fitted bodice, full skirt, and a zipper dow...
Yohji Yamamoto Black Long Sleeve Silk Quilted Jacket and Skirt Set
By Yohji Yamamoto
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage Yohji Yamamoto Black Silk quilted jacket with maxi skirt. Jacket lined in wool. Very Elegant and understated set. Perfect for evening cocktail event for winter. Skirt has ...
$326Sale Price|20% Off
PRABAL GURUNG Size 0 Purple Black Viscose Silk Burnout Long Sleeve Dress
By Prabal Gurung
Located in San Francisco, CA
PRABAL GURUNG dress in a purple & black burnout viscose silk featuring a V-neck, long strap detail, and a side zipper closure. Made in USA. Excellent Pre-Owned Condition. Marked: ...
$481Sale Price|20% Off
EMILIO PUCCI Vintage Size 8 Taupe Print Silk Long Sleeve Shift Dress
By Emilio Pucci
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage EMILIO PUCCI shift dress comes in taupe print silk jersey with a round neckline, tied belt waist, long blouse sleeves, and A line skirt. Wear and marks throughout. As-is. Mad...
1980S JAMES GALANOS Black Silk Crepe & Chiffon Couture Finished Long Sleeve Coc
By James Galanos
Located in New York, NY
Fully lined in silk charmeuse. 1980S JAMES GALANOS Black Silk Crepe & Chiffon Couture Finished Long Sleeve Cocktail Dress
1970s Halston Couture Black Silk Chiffon Beaded Long Sleeve Vintage 70s Dress
By Halston
Located in San Diego, CA
Exceptional vintage 70s HALSTON Couture black silk chiffon beaded dress and sash belt or head scarf! Features a separate black silk chiffon slip with three layers of chiffon and nude...
1970s Emilio Pucci Silk Jersey Hot Pink Long Sleeve Vintage 70s Dress
By Emilio Pucci
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1970s EMILIO PUCCI silk jersey dress ! Features vibrant colors of hot pink, light pink, grey, black and white throughout. Signature kaleidoscope print. V-neck bodice with a...
$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. ...
1980s Holly’s Harp Peach Pink Tiered Long Sleeve Vintage 80s Silk Dress Medium
By Holly Harp
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful early 80s HOLLY’S HARP peach tiered long sleeve silk dress ! Signature Harp style with shoulder pads and rosette at center bust. Sleeve cuffs have button closure. Wonderful...
1980S GEOFFREY BEENE Grey Wool Knit Long Sleeve Sweater Dress With Partial Silk
By Geoffrey Beene
Located in New York, NY
1980S GEOFFREY BEENE Grey Wool Knit Long Sleeve Sweater Dress With Partial Silk Lining
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. Scalloped ...
1970s Loris Azzaro Lipstick Red Silk Chiffon Jersey Long Sleeve 70s Mini Dress
By Loris Azzaro Couture, Loris Azzaro Paris
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy late 70s vintage LORIS AZZARO Couture lipstick red silk chiffon and jersey long sleeve dress ! Flattering ruched bodice with interior support. Hidden zipper up the back with hoo...
Yves Saint Laurent Floral Silk Long Sleeve Mini Dress YSL, 1980s
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Saint Laurent's ability to make globally inspired designs by melding several aesthetics into one beautifully articulated garment is a hallmark of the renowned designer, as can be s...
$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. Full metal zipper up the back with hook-and-eye closure. Very flatt...
$197Sale Price|20% Off
DRIES VAN NOTEN Size 4 Black Yellow Brown Silk Abstract Long Sleeve Dress Top
By Dries van Noten
Located in San Francisco, CA
DRIES VAN NOTEN dress top in a black silk featuring an 8-bit pixelated abstract print, mock neck, and back zipper closure. Made in Bulgaria.Excellent Pre-Owned Condition. Marked: ...
1960s 60s Adele Simpson Black Silk Drop Waist Tiered Ruffle Long Sleeve Dress
By Adele Simpson
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1960s Adele Simpson black silk dress! The PERFECT 'little black dress!' Features three tiers of ruffles at hem, with matching ruffle at neck. Such a chic, classic dress. Lo...
Scarlett Red John Galliano Crepe Silk Blend Long sleeve 1940’s style Dress
By John Galliano
Located in Sheffield, GB
A beautiful John Galliano silk dress featuring signature bias-cut drapery, asymmetric collar line, long sleeves, slightly nipped waistline and a concealed zip up side closure. Measu...
1990s Bill Blass Size 6 8 Black Silk Lace Cut Out Vintage 90s Long Sleeve Dress
By Bill Blass
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and classic vintage early 1990s BILL BLASS black silk and lace cut-out dress ! This is not just your ordinary everyday black dress--this one is very special! Features sheer...
Vintage 1970s Purple Gold Silk Maxi Gown with Belt, Size 6/8 Women's
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1970s Raksha Purple and Gold long sleeve maxi gown with silk belt. Size :6/8 Medium
Richilene Full Length Silk Rare Long Sleeve Black Beaded Red Flower Gown Gorgeous
By Richilene
Located in Lake Park, FL
This is the most beautiful Richilene gown ever! Full length black beaded long sleeve silk gown with incredible red flowers all over with gorgeous pearls hidden behind the flowers. 1...
NEW VERSACE RED SILK EMBELLISHED GOWN with LONG SLEEVES
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
This red piece has slim silhouette and sheer chiffon long sleeves. Fully lined. Content: 100% silk Lining: 100% silk Trim:100% silk It size 38 - US 2 Shoulder to shoulder 15 1/...
Ralp Rucci Chado Black Silk Long sleeve evening Gown
By Ralph Rucci, Chado Ralph Rucci
Located in New York, NY
Beautifully structured black silk gown by Ralph Rucci. A line High low skirt part with fitted top and waist line. Structured front loose panel with hidden pocket under . Back zip...
Yves Saint Laurent red silk long sleeve maxi dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
This classic silk Yves Saint Laurent dress has a deep v neckline and wrap like opening. It is from the 1970s and a beautiful fit. The red silk print has a subtle floral print.
70s Red Silk Jersey Long Sleeve Ruched Bodice Maxi Dress
By I. Magnin
Located in San Francisco, CA
70s Red Silk Jersey Long Sleeve Ruched Bodice Maxi Dress. Lined bodice. Zips up the back.
Alexander McQueen Black Silk Button Front Long Sleeve Dress, Spring 2007
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Alexander McQueen, Spring 2007 black silk long sleeve covered button front dress, fully lined in silk. Retail: 2380 IT. 42 US. 6 Bust: 32, Waist 30, Hip: 35, Length: 43.5,
Carolina Herrera Vintage Silk Long Sleeved Polka Dot Sheath Dress
By Carolina Herrera
Located in Henrico, VA
This beautiful Carolina Herrera vintage sheath dress is black and green polka dot printed silk, and is long sleeved. The back is knife pleated giving it a cool layered old fashioned...
Carrolyne Roehm Teal Silk Raised Paisley Print Long Sleeved Shift Dress
By Carolyne Roehm
Located in Henrico, VA
This beautiful dress by Carrolyne Roehm is made from 100% silk and is fully lined. The dress has a paisley Jacquard like imprint and is three-quarter sleeved. The back has a zipped c...
Halston Black Silk Charmeuse Gown
By Halston
Located in Topanga, CA
Black silk charmeuse long sleeve gown with silk chiffon inset.
Oscar de la Renta Long Sleeve Silk Draped Bodice and Velvet Evening Dress
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Henrico, VA
This beautiful dress by Oscar da la Renta is a silk and velvet blend. The dress is fully lined and has a back zipped closure. The bodice has silk crepe draped creating an asymmetrica...
Stephen Burrows Pastel Abstract Print Silk Long Sleeve Wrap Dress with Belt
By Stephen Burrows
Located in Greenport, NY
Stephen Burrows Pastel Abstract Print Silk Long Sleeve Wrap Dress with Belt Bust: 36" Waist: 26"-28" (elastic waistband) Length: 41" Stephen Burrows is an American fashion desig...
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Size: 42
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent YSL Rive Gauche Long Sleeve Silk Red dress Belt & Scarf
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Lake Park, FL
This is a rare and gorgeous vintage Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche 100% silk red dress with built in bow scarf and belt. Floral patter on the beautiful silk. Size 42 Measurements: ...
Nina Ricci silk taffeta evening gown with floral print, 1980s
By Nina Ricci
Located in Paris, FR
NINA RICCI (Made in France) Beautiful long sleeve evening gown composed of silk taffeta.
Halston Red Silk Long Sleeve Evening Dress, 1970s
By Roy Halston Frowick, Halston
Located in Houston, TX
Simply sublime 1970's Halston red silk long sleeve evening dress. Scoop front neckline that falls into a V shape at center back. Shoulder pads. Draped at bust, with gathering at fron...
90s CHLOE black silk charmuese long sleeve gown
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
90s CHLOE black silk charmuese long sleeve gown with cut out and cowl back.
1990S Hot Pink & Black Silk Chiffon Lace Long Sleeve Gown
Located in New York, NY
This gown retains no label, however the amount of hand-finishing points to Haute Couture or custom made quality, fully lined in silk. 1990S Hot Pink & Black Silk Chiffon Lace Long Sl...
Escada Black Silk Lace & sequin Long Sleeve Gown with Short Train
By Escada
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Escada black silk, lace & sequin, long sleeve gown with short train.
Bob Mackie Champagne Silk Gold & Silver Beaded Long Sleeved Evening Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in Studio City, CA
Vintage Bob Mackie champagne-colored all over beaded and sequined evening gown with deco design. IN excellent condition - size tag 8 but fits more like a 6 so please consult measurem...
1980S KEVAN HALL COUTURE Black Silk Jersey Power Shoulder Long Sleeve Gown
Located in New York, NY
1980S KEVAN HALL COUTURE Black Silk Jersey Power Shoulder Long Sleeve Gown
GUCCI Size 6 Gold Silk Ruched Short Sleeve Long Evening Gown
By Gucci
Located in San Francisco, CA
GUCCI evening gown in a gold tone silk featuring a ruched bodice, short sleeves, and V-neck.
Pink silk long sleeves dress NWOT
Located in Capri, IT
Pink silk long sleeves dress NWOT Totally made in italy Size M
Black silk long sleeves dress NWOT
Located in Capri, IT
Black silk long sleeves dress NWOT Maya dress features see through sleeves, high neck and slits on both sides. The dress is finished with luxe satin buttons on the cuffs and on the c...
1960S I.MAGNIN Mint Green Silk & Wool Radzimir Long Sleeved Gown W/ Sequin Rhin
Located in New York, NY
1960S I.MAGNIN Mint Green Silk & Wool Radzimir Long Sleeved Gown W/ Sequin Rhinestone Beading
1970's Halston Deep V-Neck Beaded & Sequined Silk Evening Gown w/Long Sleeves
By Halston
Located in Studio City, CA
1970's Halston long-sleeved 100% silk evening gown with plunging v-neckline, inset satin waist band and faux wrap skirt with sexy slit down the center which culminates at the back in...
1980s Andrea Odicini Red & Floral Silk Jacquard Print Long Sleeved Gown w/ Scarf
By Andrea Odicini
Located in Gresham, OR
A lovely 1980s Andrea Odicini red and floral silk jacquard print long-sleeved gown with attached foulard.
Silk Jersy long sleeved Pucci palazzo jumpsuit
By Emilio Pucci
Located in New York, NY
Multicolored patterned Pucci silk deep "V" neck slightly empire waist, long sleeve jumpsuit with wide palazzo pant. Colors are black ground with shades of blues/fuschia's purple and ...
1980s VALENTINO Black Velvet Long sleeve Gown with Gold Bow
By Valentino
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1987 Chic Valentino Black Velvet long sleeve gown with silk lame bow and exaggerated collar and shoulder pads.
Red Gucci Long-Sleeve Silk-Blend Dress
By Gucci, Tom Ford
Located in New York, NY
Product details: Red silk-blend dress by Gucci. From the Tom Ford era. Features flattering ruched detailing. Scoopneck. Long sleeves. Side waist pockets. Concealed back zip cl...
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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The classic tweed garment has been a wardrobe staple of chic women around the world since the 1950s.
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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.