VICTORIA ROYAL Champagne Beaded Gown Size Large
By Victoria Royal
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Victoria Royal gown is composed of a beaded silk in champagne hues with silver. The gown
VICTORIA ROYAL Champagne Beaded Gown Size Large
By Victoria Royal
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Victoria Royal gown is composed of a beaded silk in champagne hues with silver. The gown
HAUTE COUTURE INT'L Gold Heavily Beaded Gown with Belt Size Large
By HAUTE COUTURE INT'L
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Haute Couture Int'l gown is composed of a heavily beaded silk in gold. The dress features a
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
$650
Size: Medium-Large
Geoffrey Beene Black Jersey and Black Satin Two Piece Evening Dress Larger Size
By Geoffrey Beene
Located in New Hope, PA
A striking two piece evening dress from Geoffrey Beene is done in a combination of black wool
LACLEDES Pink Silk Embellished Jacket Size Medium Large
Located in Los Angeles, CA
vintage condition. **Please cross-reference measurements for personal accuracy. Size in description
$1,300
Size: none; comparable to size M-L
Luis Estévez Black *Larger Size* Knotted Shoulder Plunge-Front Dress - M-L, 1957
By Luis Estévez
Located in Tucson, AZ
” label: Estévez size: no size tag present; comparable to modern size medium-large depending on bust
Green Velvet Bindali Caftan Maxi Dress Kaftan Size Large
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
dress. Size Large: Measurements: Bust 40". Waist 38". Hips 40". Across shoulders 18"5. Sleeve length 20
2000s Roberto Cavalli Size Large Rose Print Serpent Embellished Mini Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in San Diego, CA
Early 2000s Y2K ROBERTO CAVALLI size large mini dress ! Features a soft ray one and elastane fabric
Vintage Eletra Casadei 90s Size Large Betty Boop Birth of Venus Novelty Dress
By Casadei, Eletra Casadei
Located in San Diego, CA
sold within a heartbeat. This is the first time I have the dress in a larger size. Simply slips over
GUY LAROCHE Black Cocktail Dress with Stud Applique Size Large
By Guy Laroche
Located in Los Angeles, CA
cross-reference measurements for personal accuracy. Size in description box is an estimation
1990s Lee Alexander Couture Size Large Silk Taffeta Off Shoulder Vintage Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
condition Made in USA Marked Size Large Measurements: 38-40 inch bust 34 inch waist Up to 50 inch hips 38
1960's Rare Black Caviar Beaded Cocktail Dress Size Large
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This spectacular cocktail dress is circa 1960's and is beautifully beaded. There is a center back zipper. Excellent condition. Measures (Approximately) Length: 40.5" (Strap to e...
Vintage Justin David Flapper Style Large Size 1980s Chiffon Floral 80s Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1980s JUSTIN DAVID floral chiffon larger size flapper style dress! Features flowers in
$656Sale Price|25% Off
Size: XL
1960s Large Plus Size Gold Silver Silk Brocade Vintage 60s Belted Shirt Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1960s larger size gold and silver silk brocade belted shirt dress ! Features 5 fabric covered
Chic 1960s Black Large Plus Size Beaded Vintage 60s Wool Shift Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
great condition. Made in Hong Kong Approximately Size Extra Large / Extra Extra Large ( 18 - 20
1990s Christian Lacroix Large Size Brown Black Silk Chenille 90s Mini Dress
By Christian Lacroix
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous vintage 90s CHRISTIAN LACROIX brown and black silk chenille larger size strapless mini
Donna Karan Collection Size Large 2000s Black Silk Jersey Off Shoulder Dress
By Donna Karan
Located in San Diego, CA
black dress from the early 2000s. In great unworn condition Made in Italy Marked Size Large
Vintage Odicini Couture Black Velvet Rayon Beaded Large Size Long Sleeve Dress
By Odicini Couture, ANDREA ODICINI COUTURE
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage ODICINI COUTURE larger size black velvet and rayon beaded long sleeve dress ! I
1980s Purple Silk Beaded Sequin Large Size Flapper Style Vintage 80s Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
the dance floor! In great condition Approximately Size Large Measurements: 41 inch bust 35 inch waist
$1,475
Size: Large / XL
Stunning 1950s Bullock's Wilshire Large Size Black Silk Sequined 50s Midi Dress
By Bullock Wilshire
Located in San Diego, CA
Approximately Size Large / XL Measurements: 40-42 inch bust 32 inch waist 43 inch hips (measurement of lining
$716Sale Price|20% Off
Size: Large
1950s Edith Flagg Large Size Black Silk Velvet Vintage 50s Wiggle Dress
By Edith Flagg
Located in San Diego, CA
Bombshell early 50s EDITH FLAGG black silk velvet larger size wiggle dress! Edith Flagg was a
Vintage Holly's Harp Size Large Navy Blue Sequin Flapper Inispired Silk Dress
By Holly Harp
Located in San Diego, CA
pretty and flattering on. In great condition. Made in USA Marked Size Large Measurements: 40-44 inch
1980s Yves Saint Laurent Black Short Sleeve Large Size Belted Vintage 80s Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in San Diego, CA
down for day or evening. In great condition. Made in France Approximately Size Large Measurements: 42
1950s Large Plus Size Hand Painted Black Silk Woven Ribbon Vintage 50s Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful couture quality 1950s large size woven silk ribbon hand painted dress ! Features a
Large Size 1940s Silver Grey and Black Silk + Velvet Flower 40s Vintage Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Perky of New York Approximately Size Large / Extra Large Measurements: 40 inch bust 32 inch waist Up to
1990s Large Plus Size Burnt Orange Linen Dolman Sleeve Vintage 90s Tunic Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic early 90s large / plus size burnt orange Linen tunic dress ! Simply slips over the head. Mock
$676Sale Price|20% Off
Size: Large
1990s Todd Oldham Size Large Blue Jean Denim Sleeveless Vintage 90s Mini Dress
By Todd Oldham
Located in San Diego, CA
pockets at each side of the waist. In great condition Made in USA Marked Size Large Measurements: 38 inch
Suzy Perette 1950s Large Size Black and White Nautical Vintage 50s Cotton Dress
By Suzy Perette
Located in San Diego, CA
. Made in USA Approximately Size Large Measurements: 40-42 inch bust 34 inch waist 40-42 inch hips 43.5
$1,245
Size: Large / XL
Oleg Cassini 1960s Large Size Black Carwash Hem Flapper Style Vintage Wool Dress
By Oleg Cassini
Located in San Diego, CA
Fantastic vintage 60s OLEG CASSINI black virgin wool larger size Italian made carwash hem dress
1960s Yellow Large Size Pink Green Paisley Mod Retro Vintage Cotton Shift Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
my 1stDibs Shop! Approximately Size Large Measurements: 40-42 inch bust Up to 36 inch waist Up to 44
$650
Size: none; comparable to size large
Black and Silver *Larger Size* Ombré New Look Strapless Party Dress – L, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
size large
Vintage Chanel Karl Lagerfeld Large Size 44 Pink 80s Logo Silk 1980s Shirt Dress
By Karl Lagerfeld, Chanel
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare vintage CHANEL late 80s larger size pink and white logo print silk shirt dress! Unbelievably
$1,875
Size: 48 / US 12
Gucci by Tom Ford Larger Size 48 12 1990s Tan Camel Cage Back 90s Vintage Dress
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy and iconic late 90s TOM FORD for GUCCI tan camel strapless larger plus size dress! Features
$895
Size: Medium / Large
1970s Patchwork Size Medium / Large Novelty Print Vintage 70s Cotton Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing 1970s novelty print larger size cotton halter maxi dress! Features vibrant colors of purple
The Row Women Nania Off The Shoulder Stretch Scuba Dress Size Large Black
By The Row
Located in Miami, FL
- Black exterior - Tagged size L - Made of 87% polyamide 13% elastane Condition: The dress
$700
Size: none; comparable to size M-L
Black *Large Size* Jazz Baby Backless Fringed Wrapping Flapper Dress- M-L, 1920s
Located in Tucson, AZ
½” from shoulder to fringe edge. 37 ½” and 40 ½”, respectively, from underarm. (note large armholes
Unavailable
Size: 44 (France) - 12 (US) / 16 (UK)
2009 Chanel Runway Look Black Wool Belted Dress / Coat (Large Size)
By Chanel
Located in London, Chelsea
Size: 44 (France) – 16 (UK) / 12 (US) Measurements (approximately) Length: 103cm / 40.55’’ Shoulders
Sold
Size: Medium to Large
Malcolm Starr Beaded White Silk Evening Gown by Elinor Simmons Rare Larger Size
By Malcolm Starr, Elinor Simmons for Malcolm Starr
Located in New Hope, PA
An elegant white silk evening gown, designed by Elinor Simmons for Malcolm Starr, is beautifully
Vicky Tiel Magenta Gown with Large Bow Size Small
By Vicky Tiel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Vicky Tiel gown is composed of a vibrant magenta silk. There are gathers throughout and is
Rare Art Deco Large Size 1930s Silver Screen Hammered Silk Satin Gown
Located in New York, NY
This lilac Satin gown is to die for. In all our years we have never seen a slinky bias cut gown
Vicky Tiel Black Silk Sweetheart Neckline Gown and Large Bow Size Small
By Vicky Tiel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Vicky Tiel gown is composed of a black silk twill. There are gathers throughout and a large
1930's Black and Pastel Lace Evening Dress Rare Larger Size
Located in New Hope, PA
This dress is a gorgeous combination of black lace and pastel lace flowers incorporated into the design of more black lace. The hip length bodice is made from the pastel floral lace ...
GALANOS Black Silk Chiffon Sheer Gown with Rhinestone Accent Cuffs Size Large
By Galanos
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Galanos for Amen Wardy gown is composed of a black silk chiffon and features an abstract
Helga Asian Inspired Vibrant Silk Multi-Color Gown with Large Shawl Size Medium
By Helga
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Helga gown is composed of a vibrant silk with floral print and is accompanied by a large shawl
Vicky Tiel Black Silk Gown with Gathers and a Large Bow Size 38
By Vicky Tiel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Vicky Tiel gown is composed of a black silk. There are gathers throughout and a large bow at
1940's Larger Size Beaded Black Crepe Evening Dress
Located in New Hope, PA
This elegant black crepe dress from the 1940's has a V shaped neckline, short sleeves and a natural waist with self tie. The bodice and peplum are horizontally pleated and these plea...
1920's Beaded and Embroidered Red Evening Dress, Rare Larger Size
Located in New Hope, PA
dress is a rare larger size. It is in excellent condition. Please read the Return Policy section for
Art Deco 1920's Black and Gold Evening Dress, Hand Beaded, Larger Size
Located in New Hope, PA
condition with no issues. It is a rare larger size. Please see the Return Policy section for more
1970s Floral Lurex Size Large Disco Dress
Located in New York, NY
1970s Floral Lurex Size Large Disco Dress
1930's Floral Print Silk Dress & Sleeveless Jacket, Larger Size
Located in New Hope, PA
evening dress. With the addition of the jacket it can be worn in several ways. For a more covered up look
1940's Maurice Rentner Larger Size Beaded and Draped Black Crepe Dress
By Maurice Rentner
Located in New Hope, PA
the pockets of this larger size black crepe dress designed by Maurice Rentner. The dress has a
Pauline Trigere Black Wool Crepe Dress with Diamanté Studded Top Larger Size
By Pauline Trigère
Located in New Hope, PA
prong set rhinestones in various sizes. The largest stones are used to outline the neckline and the
2007s OSCAR DE LA RENTA Size 6 Black Silk Cocktail Dress, Large Floral Detail
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in San Francisco, CA
Feminine off the shoulder black Oscar De La Renta silk cocktail dress with silk flower details on bottom of the full skirt. Structured corset bodice. Measurements: Bust - 34 in...
Late 1930's Larger Size Black Crepe Evening Gown with Fringe Trim
Located in New Hope, PA
This glamorous late 1930's evening dress has a fabulous detail in back where black silk macrame
1940's Black Organza Gown with White Beadwork, Larger Size
Located in New Hope, PA
A beautiful flower and vine design on the bodice is worked in sequins, beads and soutache braid. The dress has a fitted waistline, and a left side zipper. The skirt is cut full for a...
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Size: none; comparable to size L - XL
Aesthetic *Large Size* Black Velvet Ruff Collar Gown with Train - L-XL, 1930s
Located in Tucson, AZ
unusual larger size too! Bias cut gown with bateau neckline and 3 ¼” self ruffled collar; 2 ½” wide x 11
Sold
Size: none; comparable to size M-L
Black *Larger Size* Erté-Style Art Deco Burnout Velvet Backless Gown- M-L, 1930s
Located in Tucson, AZ
present size: no size tag present; comparable to modern size medium - large
Late 1930's Larger Size Crepe Evening Dress, Metallic Lace and Sequin Trim
Located in New Hope, PA
Elegant and easy to wear this black crepe dress from the late 1930's or very early 1940's has a V shaped neckline and cap sleeves with metallic lace and sequin trim. The front of th...
Geoffrey Beene Larger Size Dramatic Sequined Dress, Book Piece
By Geoffrey Beene
Located in New Hope, PA
A black wool jersey evening dress with nude sequin embroidered silk crepe insert from the Fall 1989
1920's Hand Beaded Silk Flapper Dress, Rare Larger Size
Located in New Hope, PA
Black silk is hand beaded with a bugle beaded design at the neckline and a vermicelli pattern in caviar beads on the body of the dress. This is further embellished with prong set rhi...
Moroccan Floral Pink Kaftan Maxi Dress Caftan Size Large
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
. Marrakech Bohemian, Yves Saint Laurent style. Size Medium to Large. Measurements: Bust 51”. Waist 52”. Hips
Hanae Mori Printed Silk Chiffon Caftan Dress Larger Size
By Hanae Mori
Located in New Hope, PA
Hanae Mori designed this caftan or evening dress using printed silk chiffon in the 1980's. The
Sold
Size: Medium - Large
Gorgeous 1950s Larger Size Rhinestone Encrusted Flower Belted Vintage 50s Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
. In great condition. Made in USA Approximately Size Medium - Large (can easily be altered down for
Chic 1960s Large Plus Size Bubblegum Pink Beaded Vintage 60s Shift Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
wedges for day, and heels or boots for evening. In great condition. Made in USA Approximately Size Large
1960s Large size Yellow Beaded Rhinestone Silk Shantung Vintage 60s Shift Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic early 60s larger sized yellow beaded, rhinestone and sequin silk shantung shift dress
Vintage 1950s black silk and Guipure lace cocktail dress larger size
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
zipper. In excellent condition. Fits like a size 16-18 In excellent wearable condition. All our clothing
Documented Patrick Kelly 1989 Leopard Print Size Large Velour Vintage Dress 80s
By Patrick Kelly
Located in San Diego, CA
, flats or boots. In great unworn condition. Made in France Approximately Size Large Measurements: ( lots
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Size: Medium / Large
1990s Larger Size Sexy Sequin and Beaded Strapless Bodycon Vintage 90s Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy larger size strapless sequin dress! Features thousands of hand-sewn sequins and beads
1960s Vintage Pauline Trigere Large Size Black White Flower Dress Billow Sleeves
By Pauline Trigère
Located in San Diego, CA
stockings. Hidden zipper up the back. Fully lined. In great condition. Approximately Size Large
Sold
Size: Large / XL
1950s Peggy Barton Couture Larger Size Gold + Blue Silk Brocade 50s Wiggle Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Size Large / Extra Large (can easily be altered down to a smaller size) Measurements: 40-42 inch bust
Sold
Size: Large - Extra Large
Vintage Kenzo Large Size 1990s Abstract Print Navy Blue + Purple 90s Mini Dress
By Kenzo
Located in San Diego, CA
, and heels or boots for evening. In great unworn condition. Made in Italy Marked Size Large
1940s Large Size Black Silk Crepe Drop Waist Sequin Illusion Vintage 40s Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful couture quality 1940s larger size black silk crepe sequined drop waist short sleeve dress
Halston 1970s Ultra Suede Royal Blue Large Size Vintage 70s Shirt Wrap Dress
By Halston, Roy Halston Frowick
Located in San Diego, CA
. In great condition Made in USA Approximately Size Large Measurements: Up to 42 inch bust 36 inch
Chic 1960s Size Large Cotton Retro Mod Flower Print Vintage 60s A Line Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
, and heels for evening. Very well made, and in great condition Approximately Size Large Measurements
Brunello Cucinelli Size Large Beige Silk Sleeveless Dress
By Brunello Cucinelli
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Sleeveless beige knee length draped detail dress with Black leather belt detail on back
1930's Elegant Heavily-Beaded White Satin Bias-Cut Larger Size Evening Gown
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An ethereal crisp-white shimmer silk-satin gown from the "Old Hollywood" era of glamour. The bodice
Christian Dior Black Velvet Sleeveless High Neck Gown - Size Large
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Christian Dior Black Velvet Sleeveless High Neck Gown -Luxurious soft velvet -Amazing silk lining
1930's Royal-Purple & Pink Floral Velvet Flocked Silk Bias-Cut Larger Size Gown
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
clothing. A unique antique ensemble in a rare larger size! Measurements Bust:41-42 inches Waist:36
Bill Tice 1970s Black Long Caftan Size Large.
By Bill Tice
Located in Atlanta, GA
Bill Tice 1970s long black flowing caftan size large. Tice is well known for his lounge-wear
Pierre Cardin 70s silk dress with scarf size large.
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pierre Cardin 70s silk floral pattern long dress with matching scarf is a size large (size 14) but
Incredible Vintage Giorgio di Sant Angelo 80s White Fully Beaded Bodycon Dress
By Giorgio di Sant' Angelo
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible, sexy, and timeless vintage 1980s Giorgio di Sant Angelo white beaded dress! Encrusted with thousands of seed beads, rhinestones, etc...The detail on this sexy little numb...
Chado Ralph Rucci Layered Iridescent Silk Chiffon Strapless Gown
By Ralph Rucci
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chado Ralph Rucci silk chiffon strapless layered, draped gown with train in purple and tobacco brown. Three layers of iridescent silk chiffon, the strapless column gown has a deep ce...
$625Sale Price|30% Off
Size: 2 or 4
Pierre Cardin Haute Couture Green Silk Crepe Sequined Cocktail Dress ca. 1967
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Studio City, CA
A circa 1967 Pierre Cardin haute couture green sequined silk crêpe cocktail dress that features a keyhole opening at the back. The main draw of this slinky silk cocktail dress are t...
1970s Louis Feraud Couture Tan Lace Floral Embroidered Dress
By Louis Feraud
Located in San Francisco, CA
Louis Feraud 1970s haute couture light brown lace dress in a 1920s style drop waist silhouette. Amazing embroidered lace and hand finished seam allowances. Small buttons conceal a ba...
$612Sale Price|20% Off
1970s Gray Suede Coat with Fox Trim
Located in Alford, MA
1970s coat crafted of gray pigskin suede and featuring white fox trim for the lush shawl collar and front trim that contours around the hem. A self belt with buckle encircles the wai...
Oscar de la Renta Silk Jacquard Evening Gown
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Oscar de la Renta 2 piece Silk Jacquard Evening Gown in vibrant red crepe de chine. Composed of a strong shouldered bias cut top which is bloused into a tight gathered hip ba...
Moschino Photo Print Velvet Dress
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous velvet dress by Moschino in an elaborate print of words and photos in beige, brown, and black. The print is amazingly detailed with photo prints of silent screen stars, w...
Bill Blass Cross Back Dress 1980s
By Bill Blass
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black jersey dress from Bill Blass. It is semi fitted with a full gathered skirt. The back is bare to just below the waist with the exception of straps which meet at a me...
2013 CELINE by PHOEBE PHILO grey cashmere runway coat with exaggerated sleeves
By Phoebe Philo, Celine
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare, grey, double-faced, cashmere coat with exaggerated long sleeves designed by Phoebe Philo for Celine exactly as seen on the runway. Underneath the arms, there are openings ...
Alexander McQueen Asymmetric Dress with Chain Cutout SS 2006
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black silk jersey dress by Alexander McQueen. It is fitted with a scoop neckline, one short sleeve and a circular nude mesh cut out at one side covered with rows of drapi...
1930S Black Silk Chantilly Lace Gown With Tiered Ruffle Hem & Puff Sleeves
Located in New York, NY
1930S Black Silk Chantilly Lace Gown With Tiered Ruffle Hem & Puff Sleeves
Issey Miyake Open Sleeve Draped Top
By Issey Miyake
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous blue top, shirt from Issey Miyake. It overlapping at the front exposing the waist and buttons at the shoulder. The back is fuller and longer and the sleeves are open fro...
Tom Ford for Gucci F/W 2002 Collection Black Stretch Deep V-Neck Dress 38
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Black Stretch Dress F/W 2002 Collection Designer size - 38 Deep V-neck style, Black satin trim, Removable tie, Very stretch. Made in Italy Excellent new condition....
Unavailable|$5,750
Size: 42 / US 8
Tom Ford for Gucci F/W 1997 Sz 42 / 8 Black Patent Leather Vintage Harness Gown
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in San Diego, CA
Iconic and extraordinary new with tags vintage FW 1997 TOM FORD for GUCCI black signature harness halter gown / evening dress! Words cannot even begin to describe how dreamy and fla...
1940's Black Crepe Evening Dress with Gold Sequin Trim
Located in New Hope, PA
This sleek 1940's black crepe evening dress has a striking design worked in gold sequins from the right shoulder to the left hip. The diagonal lines terminate in a curve at the shoul...
Art Deco 'Flapper' Beaded Cocktail Dress
Located in Sharon, CT
Offering an Extraordinary Art Deco 1920's Couture Black Silk Crepe Beaded 'Flapper' Cocktail Dress. With extreme deco scalloped hem.
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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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.