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1990s Fabrice Cream Beaded and Lace Strapless Dress
1990s Fabrice Cream Beaded and Lace Strapless Dress

1990s Fabrice Cream Beaded and Lace Strapless Dress

By Fabrice

Located in London, GB

The detailing of this rare mini-dress is exceptional. Cut from buttery, rich cream silk with a strapless, sweetheart neckline with a slightly lowered V-back, it is boned all the way ...

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1990s American Cocktail Dresses

1990s Gold Beaded Lace NWOT Strapless Bridal Cocktail Dress
1990s Gold Beaded Lace NWOT Strapless Bridal Cocktail Dress

1990s Gold Beaded Lace NWOT Strapless Bridal Cocktail Dress

Located in New York, NY

MORPHEW VINTAGE represents the finest pieces of fashions past. Sourced from across the globe, dating as far back as a century. Each piece is selected with both quality and rarity in ...

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1990s Evening Gowns

Karl Lagerfeld F/W 1992 Runway Beaded Strapless Sequin Dress
Karl Lagerfeld F/W 1992 Runway Beaded Strapless Sequin Dress

Karl Lagerfeld F/W 1992 Runway Beaded Strapless Sequin Dress

By Karl Lagerfeld

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Done in black wool, the strapless design begins with a curving V neckline bordered by red beads.

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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Lillie Rubin Vintage Strapless Watercolor Floral Dress w/ Beaded Bodice, Size 6
Lillie Rubin Vintage Strapless Watercolor Floral Dress w/ Beaded Bodice, Size 6

Lillie Rubin Vintage Strapless Watercolor Floral Dress w/ Beaded Bodice, Size 6

By Lillie Rubin

Located in Palm Desert, CA

A very beautiful summer dress made for Lillie Rubin Shops. This strapless dress is made of European bright watercolor floral pint in the USA with a few beads placed on the front bust.

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1990s American Cocktail Dresses

S/S 2001 Atelier Versace by Donatella Runway Blue Beaded Strapless Mini Dress
S/S 2001 Atelier Versace by Donatella Runway Blue Beaded Strapless Mini Dress

S/S 2001 Atelier Versace by Donatella Runway Blue Beaded Strapless Mini Dress

By Donatella Versace, Atelier Versace

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This vibrant blue strapless mini dress from Atelier Versace’s Fall/Winter 2001 collection, designed by Donatella Versace, is a rare couture piece.

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Early 2000s Italian Mini Dresses

1990s Metallic Green & Purple Silk Beaded Lace Lined Strapless Dress
1990s Metallic Green & Purple Silk Beaded Lace Lined Strapless Dress

1990s Metallic Green & Purple Silk Beaded Lace Lined Strapless Dress

Located in New York, NY

1990s Metallic Green & Purple Silk Beaded Lace Lined Strapless Dress MORPHEW VINTAGE represents the finest pieces of fashions past.

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1990s Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Elaborately Beaded Strapless Black Cocktail Dress and Jacket  circa 1950
Elaborately Beaded Strapless Black Cocktail Dress and Jacket  circa 1950

Elaborately Beaded Strapless Black Cocktail Dress and Jacket circa 1950

Located in New Hope, PA

Classic elegance, this strapless black short evening dress is covered with black bugle and caviar beads in a flower and vine pattern.

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1950's Red Silk Strapless Cocktail dress 1950 beaded dress UK 1-4 US 0-2
Vintage 1950's Red Silk Strapless Cocktail dress 1950 beaded dress UK 1-4 US 0-2

Vintage 1950's Red Silk Strapless Cocktail dress 1950 beaded dress UK 1-4 US 0-2

Located in Nashville, TN

The straight neckline of the dress sets off the strapless cut. The elegant pleated and fitted boned bodice, is decorated with a panel of trailing sequin and bead embellishments in a...

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1950s Cocktail Dresses

Amazing VERSACE Strapless Beaded Goddess Evening Wedding Bridal Gown Dress 42
Amazing VERSACE Strapless Beaded Goddess Evening Wedding Bridal Gown Dress 42

Amazing VERSACE Strapless Beaded Goddess Evening Wedding Bridal Gown Dress 42

By Versace

Located in Switzerland, CH

INCREDIBLE VERSACE GRECIAN GODDESS WHITE SILK BEADED EVENING GOWN Gorgeous off-white evening gown inspired by the Grecian goddesses by VERSACE Strapless with sexy semi...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Wedding Dresses

Vintage Oscar de la Renta Strapless Corset Beaded Dress US 6
Vintage Oscar de la Renta Strapless Corset Beaded Dress US 6

Vintage Oscar de la Renta Strapless Corset Beaded Dress US 6

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in Montgomery, TX

Vintage Oscar de la Renta Strapless Corset Beaded Dress USA size 6 100% Ramie - Ramie fabric is very strong and durable, light and breathable like cotton and linen.

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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

Jenny Packham F/W 16 floral lace pearl beaded strapless tulle wedding gown dress
Jenny Packham F/W 16 floral lace pearl beaded strapless tulle wedding gown dress

Jenny Packham F/W 16 floral lace pearl beaded strapless tulle wedding gown dress

By Jenny Packham

Located in Milano, Lombardia

LOVE LALI VINTAGE From British designer Jenny Packham's Fall 2016 bridal collection. A beautiful strapless cut gown in white/ivory that fits the body beautifully creating the most ...

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2010s Asian Wedding Dresses

Vintage BIll Blass Black 1990s Beaded Size 6 / 8 90s Strapless Evening Dress
Vintage BIll Blass Black 1990s Beaded Size 6 / 8 90s Strapless Evening Dress

Vintage BIll Blass Black 1990s Beaded Size 6 / 8 90s Strapless Evening Dress

By Bill Blass

Located in San Diego, CA

Stunning 1990s BILL BLASS black crepe beaded strapless evening gown! Features thousands of slimming black beads hand-sewn throughout. Interior boned bust helps keep everything in pla...

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1990s American Evening Gowns

VERSACE Atelier A/W 2005 Black Leather Beaded Sequin Strapless Corset Dress
VERSACE Atelier A/W 2005 Black Leather Beaded Sequin Strapless Corset Dress

VERSACE Atelier A/W 2005 Black Leather Beaded Sequin Strapless Corset Dress

By Atelier Versace, Gianni Versace

Located in Thiensville, WI

VERSACE Atelier A/W 2005 Black Leather Beaded Sequin Strapless Corset Dress Brand / Manufacturer: Versace Collection: Autumn / Winter 2005; Runway look #38 Style: Corset Dress Co...

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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Vintage J. Reynolds Black + Teal Sequin Lace Beaded Fringe Strapless Sexy Dress
Vintage J. Reynolds Black + Teal Sequin Lace Beaded Fringe Strapless Sexy Dress

Vintage J. Reynolds Black + Teal Sequin Lace Beaded Fringe Strapless Sexy Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Sexy vintage J. REYNOLDS black and teal lace sequined mini dress, with beaded fringe hem! Amazing hand-sewn teal sequins, with a stunning black lace backdrop. Beaded fringe hem looks...

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1990s American Cocktail Dresses

NWT Marchesa Size 8 10 Red Beaded Rhinestone Avant Garde Pleated Strapless Dress
NWT Marchesa Size 8 10 Red Beaded Rhinestone Avant Garde Pleated Strapless Dress

NWT Marchesa Size 8 10 Red Beaded Rhinestone Avant Garde Pleated Strapless Dress

By Marchesa

Located in San Diego, CA

New with tags beautiful MARCHESA red silk rhinestone encrusted Avant Garde strapless dress ! Kary Brittingham wore this dress for the promotion shots on The Real Housewives of Dallas.

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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

1990S Acid Green Beaded Silk & Lace Strapless Empire-Waist Gown
1990S Acid Green Beaded Silk & Lace Strapless Empire-Waist Gown

1990S Acid Green Beaded Silk & Lace Strapless Empire-Waist 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 Acid Green Beaded Silk & Lace Strapless Em...

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1990s Formal Gowns

1950s Helena Barbieri Original Cream Silk Flocked Beaded Strapless Gown
1950s Helena Barbieri Original Cream Silk Flocked Beaded Strapless Gown

1950s Helena Barbieri Original Cream Silk Flocked Beaded Strapless Gown

By Helena Barbieri

Located in Gresham, OR

1950s Helena Barbieri Original Cream Silk Flocked Beaded Strapless Gown: A sensual original design features a floral motif beaded and jeweled bodice in a subtle and appealing style a...

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1950s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1950S Seafoam Haute Couture Silk Duchess Satin Beaded Strapless Gown
1950S Seafoam Haute Couture Silk Duchess Satin Beaded Strapless Gown

1950S Seafoam Haute Couture Silk Duchess Satin Beaded Strapless Gown

Located in New York, NY

In Very good condition for the age however with garments over half a century old like this minor flaws are to be expected. 1950S Seafoam Haute Couture Silk Duchess Satin Beaded Stra...

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1950s Formal Gowns

Stewart Parvin London Designer Strapless Beaded Dark Blue Silk Evening Gown
Stewart Parvin London Designer Strapless Beaded Dark Blue Silk Evening Gown

Stewart Parvin London Designer Strapless Beaded Dark Blue Silk Evening Gown

Located in New Hope, PA

Stewart Parvin is a London based designer a Royal Warrant from the Queen, and this dress is a wonderful example of his work. The strapless gown has a sweetheart neckline with gathe...

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21st Century and Contemporary English Evening Dresses

Eaves & Brown for Saks 5th Ave. Black Hand beaded Strapless Evening Gown
Eaves & Brown for Saks 5th Ave. Black Hand beaded Strapless Evening Gown

Eaves & Brown for Saks 5th Ave. Black Hand beaded Strapless Evening Gown

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a very elegant evening gown from Eaves & Brown, London. It is heavily beaded and strapless. It is fitted through the hip with the skirt of the dress flaring out in separate p...

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20th Century British Contemporary Evening Gowns

90s Helen Morley for Saks Size 12 Taupe Silk Crochet Beaded Strapless Gown
90s Helen Morley for Saks Size 12 Taupe Silk Crochet Beaded Strapless Gown

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...

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1990s American Evening Gowns

1980s Black + Gold Silk Velvet Plisse Strapless Beaded A.J. Bari Vintage Gown
1980s Black + Gold Silk Velvet Plisse Strapless Beaded A.J. Bari Vintage Gown

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.

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1980s Evening Gowns

Vintage Pamela Dennis Couture Size 8 Gold Silk Taffeta Beaded Strapless 90s Gown
Vintage Pamela Dennis Couture Size 8 Gold Silk Taffeta Beaded Strapless 90s Gown

Vintage Pamela Dennis Couture Size 8 Gold Silk Taffeta Beaded Strapless 90s Gown

By PAMELA DENNIS COUTURE, Pamela Dennis

Located in San Diego, CA

Incredible vintage 1990s PAMELA DENNIS COUTURE muted gold silk taffeta strapless beaded evening gown! Features a strapless interior boned bodice with interior support. Fabulous gathe...

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1990s American Evening Gowns

VICTOR COSTA Off White Iridescent Strapless Beaded Gown Size 2 4
VICTOR COSTA Off White Iridescent Strapless Beaded Gown Size 2 4

VICTOR COSTA Off White Iridescent Strapless Beaded Gown Size 2 4

By Victor Costa

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Victor Costa gown is composed of an off white layered mesh with iridescent cascading beaded applique. There is a center back zipper closure with interior boning and bra. In gr...

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20th Century American Wedding Dresses

Ralph Lauren Purple Label Gold Beaded Tulle Strapless Gown Finale Look, F/W 2006
Ralph Lauren Purple Label Gold Beaded Tulle Strapless Gown Finale Look, F/W 2006

Ralph Lauren Purple Label Gold Beaded Tulle Strapless Gown Finale Look, F/W 2006

By Ralph Lauren Purple Label

Located in Kingston, NY

Originally retailing for $22,000, currently being sold at the Ralph Lauren Madison Avenue Flagship for $19,000, the dress is fully hand-beaded and embroidered with delicate floral mo...

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Early 2000s Italian Wedding Dresses

OLEG CASSINI Black Tie Black Velvet Sweet Heart Strapless Beaded Gown Size 8 10
OLEG CASSINI Black Tie Black Velvet Sweet Heart Strapless Beaded Gown Size 8 10

OLEG CASSINI Black Tie Black Velvet Sweet Heart Strapless Beaded Gown Size 8 10

By Oleg Cassini

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Oleg Cassini Black Tie gown is composed of a black velvet. Features an absolutely stunning beaded bust with sweet heart neckline. Such an easy an simplistically chic design. The...

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20th Century American Evening Gowns

EAVIS & BROWN Black Velvet Heavily Beaded Strapless Gown with Chiffon Size 2 4
EAVIS & BROWN Black Velvet Heavily Beaded Strapless Gown with Chiffon Size 2 4

EAVIS & BROWN Black Velvet Heavily Beaded Strapless Gown with Chiffon Size 2 4

By Eavis & Brown

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Eavis & Brown design is composed of black velvet with chiffon godets and heavy beaded embellishment. There is a center back zipper closure, and interior waist belt and boned bus...

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20th Century English Cocktail Dresses

New Marchesa Ombré Fringed Bow Mini Silk Dress US 6 as seen on Eva Longoria
New Marchesa Ombré Fringed Bow Mini Silk Dress US 6 as seen on Eva Longoria

New Marchesa Ombré Fringed Bow Mini Silk Dress US 6 as seen on Eva Longoria

By Marchesa

Located in Montgomery, TX

Real red carpet dress and truly exceptional and rare dress. Mint silk ombré fringed strapless dress with a bead-embroidered bodice.

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2010s American Cocktail Dresses

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Fabrice Strapless Beaded Cocktail Dress, 1990s
Fabrice Strapless Beaded Cocktail Dress, 1990s

Fabrice Strapless Beaded Cocktail Dress, 1990s

By Fabrice

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage party dress from Fabrice dates to the 1990's and is made of black silk that features beading and sequins worked in a leopard pattern. Front bodice and hem have asymmetrical ...

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1990s Chinese Cocktail Dresses

1950's Black Strapless Beaded Cocktial Dress
1950's Black Strapless Beaded Cocktial Dress

1950's Black Strapless Beaded Cocktial Dress

Located in Oradell, NJ

This is a strikingly beautiful black satin strapless cocktail dress with a straight, tightly fitted skirt, slight empire waistline and beautifully pleated bodice with black velvet ac...

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1950s Unknown Cocktail Dresses

Vintage Ann Lawrence Strapless Silver & Black Beaded Evening Dress w Rhinestones
Vintage Ann Lawrence Strapless Silver & Black Beaded Evening Dress w Rhinestones

Vintage Ann Lawrence Strapless Silver & Black Beaded Evening Dress w Rhinestones

By Ann Lawrence

Located in Portland, OR

The strapless bodice is covered in silver bugle beads and rhinestones, with the top of the bust and waist having rows of horizontal beads that create the illusion of bands.

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1980s American Evening Gowns

1980s Ann Lawrence Strapless Beaded Black Red & White Vintage Dress W Sequins
1980s Ann Lawrence Strapless Beaded Black Red & White Vintage Dress W Sequins

1980s Ann Lawrence Strapless Beaded Black Red & White Vintage Dress W Sequins

By Ann Lawrence

Located in Portland, OR

This stunning vintage dress was designed by Ann Lawrence in the 1980's. The dress has an asymmetrical bodice that is covered with red, black and red sequins in an abstract design, a...

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1980s American Evening Dresses

Vintage Bob Mackie Black Clear Rhinestone Bead & Fringe Trim Strapless Dress
Vintage Bob Mackie Black Clear Rhinestone Bead & Fringe Trim Strapless Dress

Vintage Bob Mackie Black Clear Rhinestone Bead & Fringe Trim Strapless Dress

By Bob Mackie

Located in Chicago, IL

This short black strapless dress features a very subtle sweetheart neckline with clear and black rhinestone and bead embellishment at waist.

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1980s Cocktail Dresses

Vintage Bob Mackie Boutique Strapless Fully Beaded Fringe Hot Pink & Black Dress 1980s
Vintage Bob Mackie Boutique Strapless Fully Beaded Fringe Hot Pink & Black Dress 1980s

Vintage Bob Mackie Boutique Strapless Fully Beaded Fringe Hot Pink & Black Dress 1980s

By Bob Mackie

Located in Lake Park, FL

Super sexy rare Vintage 1980s Bob Mackie Boutique fully beaded strapless hot pink and black fringe beading. Size 8 fully lined in silk. Bust 34", waist 28", length is 45 in the back...

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1980s Chinese Evening Dresses

Vintage 1950's Lilli Diamond Silver Lamé Beaded Strapless Dress and Swing Jacket
Vintage 1950's Lilli Diamond Silver Lamé Beaded Strapless Dress and Swing Jacket

Vintage 1950's Lilli Diamond Silver Lamé Beaded Strapless Dress and Swing Jacket

By Lilli Diamond

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

The silhouette is classic pin-up "femme fatale"; the skirt is deliciously lean! The strapless bodice is an alluring beaded and rhinestone studded velvet trimmed embroidered design.

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1950s American Aesthetic Evening Dresses

80 Bob Mackie Strapless Beaded Empire Waist Gown
80 Bob Mackie Strapless Beaded Empire Waist Gown

80 Bob Mackie Strapless Beaded Empire Waist Gown

By Bob Mackie

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Simple and elegant Strapless gown by the beloved glam master Bob Mackie. Empired waisted with criss cross bustline. Boned bodice. Easy, wearable glamour.

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1980s American Evening Gowns

Yves Saint Laurent Black Silk Beaded Strapless Evening Gown
Yves Saint Laurent Black Silk Beaded Strapless Evening Gown

Yves Saint Laurent Black Silk Beaded Strapless Evening Gown

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in San Francisco, CA

Yves Saint Laurent Edition Soir Black Silk Beaded strapless evening gown with front slit. Zip closure with built-in corset. Black and hematite beaded embellishments fan out from bust...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Evening Gowns

1970s Dior Haute Couture Strapless Beaded & Lesage Embroidery Evening Gown
1970s Dior Haute Couture Strapless Beaded & Lesage Embroidery Evening Gown

1970s Dior Haute Couture Strapless Beaded & Lesage Embroidery Evening Gown

By Christian Dior

Located in Los Angeles, CA

François Lesage was commissioned by the world's leading couturiers to embellish garments with expert, beautiful embroidery. This 1970s Christian Dior haute couture evening gown featu...

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1970s Evening Gowns

Vintage Endangered Frank Tignino Strapless Embroidered Beaded Gown and Silk Chiffon Shawl
Vintage Endangered Frank Tignino Strapless Embroidered Beaded Gown and Silk Chiffon Shawl

Vintage Endangered Frank Tignino Strapless Embroidered Beaded Gown and Silk Chiffon Shawl

Located in Lake Park, FL

This is gorgeous Frank Tignino nearly endangered gown. Yellow silk chiffon multi layer strapless or spagetti strap with ebroidered and beaded hidden corset top. Separate shawl. ...

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Late 20th Century American Evening Gowns

2012 John Galliano Blush Pink Silk Beaded Bustier Strapless Pleated-Side Gown
2012 John Galliano Blush Pink Silk Beaded Bustier Strapless Pleated-Side Gown

2012 John Galliano Blush Pink Silk Beaded Bustier Strapless Pleated-Side Gown

By John Galliano

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

An absolutely stunning and ultra chic John Galliano blush pink silk strapless bustier gown dating back to his 2012 spring-summer collection. John Galliano is widely considered one of...

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2010s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses

1990's Bob Mackie Pale Pink Heavily-Beaded Silk Strapless Bustier Hourglass Gown
1990's Bob Mackie Pale Pink Heavily-Beaded Silk Strapless Bustier Hourglass Gown

1990's Bob Mackie Pale Pink Heavily-Beaded Silk Strapless Bustier Hourglass Gown

By Bob Mackie

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

A highly coveted and totally timeless Bob Mackie pale blush-pink silk beaded hourglass gown dating back to the early 1990's. Such a rare color! Bob Mackie began his career as a Holly...

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1990s American Aesthetic Evening Dresses

1990's Bob Mackie Fully Beaded Floral Motif Strapless Bustier High-Slit Gown
1990's Bob Mackie Fully Beaded Floral Motif Strapless Bustier High-Slit Gown

1990's Bob Mackie Fully Beaded Floral Motif Strapless Bustier High-Slit Gown

By Bob Mackie

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

An absolutely breathtaking and super seductive Bob Mackie fully-beaded silk floral motif hourglass gown dating back to the early 1990's. Bob Mackie began his career as a Hollywood co...

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1990s American Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Roberto Cavalli Vintage Heavily Embellished Cocktail Dress for Class Cavalli
Roberto Cavalli Vintage Heavily Embellished Cocktail Dress for Class Cavalli

Roberto Cavalli Vintage Heavily Embellished Cocktail Dress for Class Cavalli

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in Cloverdale, CA

Roberto Cavalli Strapless Vintage Beaded Cocktail Dress. This is amazing, the handwork in all that beading is astonishing.

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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Strapless Beaded Dress & Matching Coat
Strapless Beaded Dress & Matching Coat

Strapless Beaded Dress & Matching Coat

Located in New Hope, PA

The strapless dress has a boned bodice, covered in pearls, sequins, rhinestones, and bugle beads.

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1950s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

1960s Leonard Couture Strapless Beaded Silk Dress
1960s Leonard Couture Strapless Beaded Silk Dress

1960s Leonard Couture Strapless Beaded Silk Dress

By Leonard

Located in New York, NY

Strapless bustier is fully beaded with sequins and the skirt of the dress hangs from the center bust and center back revealing skin on the sides.

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1960s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

MARCHESA Size 6 Beige Metallic Floral Silk Beaded Strapless Cocktail Dress
MARCHESA Size 6 Beige Metallic Floral Silk Beaded Strapless Cocktail Dress

MARCHESA Size 6 Beige Metallic Floral Silk Beaded Strapless Cocktail Dress

By Marchesa

Located in San Francisco, CA

MARCHESA strapless cocktail dress comes in metallic golden beige floral silk with a ruffed trim beaded , empire waist bustier top and pleated A line skirt with beadwork and rhineston...

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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

Chanel Haute Couture Lesage Beaded Sheer Tulle Strapless Evening Dress
Chanel Haute Couture Lesage Beaded Sheer Tulle Strapless Evening Dress

Chanel Haute Couture Lesage Beaded Sheer Tulle Strapless Evening Dress

By Karl Lagerfeld

Located in New Hope, PA

This stunning evening dress from Chanel Couture has tens of thousands of tiny white caviar beads sewn onto a double layer of midnight blue cotton tulle. The beads create an abstract...

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Late 20th Century French Evening Dresses

Valentino Royal Blue Strapless Bustier Gown w/ Beaded Bolero / Dress
Valentino Royal Blue Strapless Bustier Gown w/ Beaded Bolero / Dress

Valentino Royal Blue Strapless Bustier Gown w/ Beaded Bolero / Dress

By Valentino

Located in San Francisco, CA

Valentino strapless evening gown comes in royal blue crepe with a built in bustier, slit overlay, and ribbon bow detail with gathering and comes in a draped satin bolero with sequin ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses and Gowns

DONNA KARAN 98/99 Vintage Silk Beaded Black Strapless Voluminous Dress
DONNA KARAN 98/99 Vintage Silk Beaded Black Strapless Voluminous Dress

DONNA KARAN 98/99 Vintage Silk Beaded Black Strapless Voluminous Dress

By Donna Karan

Located in Leonardo, NJ

The perfect cocktail evening dress does exist !!! Donna Karan 1998/1999 Vintage 100% silk Lots of beading Voluminous Jet black, contrast changed to show details in some pictures, thi...

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1990s Cocktail Dresses

Vintage Christian Lacroix Couture Gold Silk Lame Beaded Strapless 1990s Dress
Vintage Christian Lacroix Couture Gold Silk Lame Beaded Strapless 1990s Dress

Vintage Christian Lacroix Couture Gold Silk Lame Beaded Strapless 1990s Dress

By Christian Lacroix

Located in San Diego, CA

Gorgeous vintage CHRISTIAN LACROIX couture strapless gold silk lame cocktail dress! There is so much incredible detail to this gem that I do not even know where to begin.

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1990s French Cocktail Dresses

RICHILENE c.1980's Blue Silk Chiffon Floral Bead Embroidery Strapless Dress Gown
RICHILENE c.1980's Blue Silk Chiffon Floral Bead Embroidery Strapless Dress Gown

RICHILENE c.1980's Blue Silk Chiffon Floral Bead Embroidery Strapless Dress Gown

By Richilene

Located in Thiensville, WI

RICHILENE c.1980's Blue Silk Chiffon Floral Bead Embroidery Strapless Dress Gown Circa: 1980’s Label(s): Richilene New York Designer: Ilene Pacun & Richard Pacun Style: Strapless g...

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1980s American Evening Gowns

vintage HERVE LEGER black bead pearl embellished strapless bandage gown dress M
vintage HERVE LEGER black bead pearl embellished strapless bandage gown dress M

vintage HERVE LEGER black bead pearl embellished strapless bandage gown dress M

By Herve Léger

Located in Hong Kong, NT

vintage HERVE LEGER black bead pearl embellished strapless bandage gown dress M Reference: GIYG/A00023 Brand: Herve Leger Designer: Herve Leger Material: Viscose Color: Black P...

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1990s French Ball Gowns

Bob Mackie Strapless Beaded Gown, Circa 1980
Bob Mackie Strapless Beaded Gown, Circa 1980

Bob Mackie Strapless Beaded Gown, Circa 1980

By Bob Mackie

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a long, multi colored, silk beaded gown by Bob Mackie, from 1980. The gown is strapless with beading all over, a constructed bustier, and a zipper up the back.

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1980s Evening Gowns

VERA WANG Size 8 Beige Silk Beaded Lace Strapless Evening Gown / Dress
VERA WANG Size 8 Beige Silk Beaded Lace Strapless Evening Gown / Dress

VERA WANG Size 8 Beige Silk Beaded Lace Strapless Evening Gown / Dress

By Vera Wang

Located in San Francisco, CA

VERA WANG evening gown comes in layered beige silk chiffon with sequin beaded metallic lace overlay and features thick straps, a scoop neckline, and fitted body. Made in USA. Retail...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Ball Gowns

Ralph Lauren Purple Label Black Beaded Silk Strapless Cocktail Dress, F/W 2008
Ralph Lauren Purple Label Black Beaded Silk Strapless Cocktail Dress, F/W 2008

Ralph Lauren Purple Label Black Beaded Silk Strapless Cocktail Dress, F/W 2008

By Ralph Lauren Purple Label

Located in Kingston, NY

From the Fall/Winter 2008 runway collection, this Ralph Lauren Purple Label cocktail dress is a standout piece that captures the designer’s timeless glamour with an edge of modernity...

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Early 2000s Ballerina Dresses

HALSTON Rare Blue Beaded Strapless Gown Size 2-6
HALSTON Rare Blue Beaded Strapless Gown Size 2-6

HALSTON Rare Blue Beaded Strapless Gown Size 2-6

By Halston

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Halston dress is composed of a beautifully beaded black silk with cobalt blue beading.

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20th Century American Evening Gowns

Oscar de la Renta Gold  Beaded Embroidered Strapless Gown
Oscar de la Renta Gold  Beaded Embroidered Strapless Gown

Oscar de la Renta Gold Beaded Embroidered Strapless Gown

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is an exquisite evening gown from Oscar de la Renta. It is strapless and has a full skirt. The bodice has gold embroidery and beading. There is a built in long line bra and twil...

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Late 20th Century American Evening Gowns

REEM ACRA Size M Blue Silk Strapless Beaded Gown & Bolero Shrug
REEM ACRA Size M Blue Silk Strapless Beaded Gown & Bolero Shrug

REEM ACRA Size M Blue Silk Strapless Beaded Gown & Bolero Shrug

By Reem Acra

Located in San Francisco, CA

REEM ACRA strapless evening gown comes in light blue silk satin with a beaded bustier bodice, trumpet skirt with ruched back and matching ruched bolero shrug jacket. Wear around neck...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Evening Gowns

BOB MACKIE Vintage 1980's Strapless Gown Chevron Print Beaded 4
BOB MACKIE Vintage 1980's Strapless Gown Chevron Print Beaded 4

BOB MACKIE Vintage 1980's Strapless Gown Chevron Print Beaded 4

By Bob Mackie

Located in Miami, FL

Guaranteed authentic BOB MACKIE gorgeous gown in cool blues, pink, purple. Same style worn by Linda Hamilton on the Red Carpet Strapless sweetheart neckline with an empire bodice ...

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1980s Italian Evening Dresses

Badgley Mischka Cream Beaded Strapless wedding Gown w/ Train
Badgley Mischka Cream Beaded Strapless wedding Gown w/ Train

Badgley Mischka Cream Beaded Strapless wedding Gown w/ Train

By Badgley Mischka

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a stunning wedding gown from Badgley Mischka. The bodice is decorated with beading and rhinestones and the skirt has beading and sequins. There is a tulle underskirt for full...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Wedding Dresses

2000S Carolina Herrera Black & Burgundy Silk Beaded Tulle Strapless Ball Gown W
2000S Carolina Herrera Black & Burgundy Silk Beaded Tulle Strapless Ball Gown W

2000S Carolina Herrera Black & Burgundy Silk Beaded Tulle Strapless Ball Gown W

By Carolina Herrera

Located in New York, NY

Tagged a size 8, New with original $7000 price tag. 2000S Carolina Herrera Black & Burgundy Silk Beaded Tulle Strapless Ball Gown With Jacket

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Early 2000s Formal Gowns

Karl Lagerfeld Beaded Coral Reef Dress

Karl Lagerfeld Beaded Coral Reef Dress

By Karl Lagerfeld

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Karl Lagerfeld yellow silk strapless dress with beaded cora reef motif.

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1980s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses

MARCHESA Size 4 Gray Blue Beaded Ruffle Tulle Strapless Bustier Evening Gown
MARCHESA Size 4 Gray Blue Beaded Ruffle Tulle Strapless Bustier Evening Gown

MARCHESA Size 4 Gray Blue Beaded Ruffle Tulle Strapless Bustier Evening Gown

By Marchesa

Located in San Francisco, CA

This stunning MARCHESA evening gown comes in a light muted gray blue and features a sweetheart neckline bustier bodice with gathered tulle overlay, asymmetrical bust ruffles with bea...

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21st Century and Contemporary Ball Gowns

Bob Mackie 2 pc. Beaded Black Strapless Velvet Gown, Grey Jacket
Bob Mackie 2 pc. Beaded Black Strapless Velvet Gown, Grey Jacket

Bob Mackie 2 pc. Beaded Black Strapless Velvet Gown, Grey Jacket

By Bob Mackie

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a fantastic 2 piece dress and jacket ensemble from Bob Mackie. The dress is black velvet with a grey taffeta beaded empire waist bodice. The jacket is a tail coat, short in t...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Dress and Coat Ensem...

Ralph Lauren Purple Label Gold Beaded Tulle Strapless Gown Finale Look, F/W 2006
Ralph Lauren Purple Label Gold Beaded Tulle Strapless Gown Finale Look, F/W 2006

Ralph Lauren Purple Label Gold Beaded Tulle Strapless Gown Finale Look, F/W 2006

By Ralph Lauren Purple Label

Located in Kingston, NY

Originally retailing for $22,000, the dress is fully hand-beaded and embroidered with delicate floral motifs in shimmering gold thread, sequins, and micro-beads throughout the bodice...

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Early 2000s Italian Wedding Dresses

Yves Saint Laurent
Yves Saint Laurent

Yves Saint Laurent

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Silver bugle bead strapless cocktail dress with built in bustier.

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1990s French Cocktail Dresses

1980's Emilio Pucci Strapless Beaded Mini Dress
1980's Emilio Pucci Strapless Beaded Mini Dress

1980's Emilio Pucci Strapless Beaded Mini Dress

By Emilio Pucci

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Emilio Pucci Firenze vintage 1980's mini dress with a bold geometric print covered in fine white and pink beads.

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1980s Italian Mini Dress

Bob Mackie Incredible Rare Vintage Strapless Beaded Heart Dress
Bob Mackie Incredible Rare Vintage Strapless Beaded Heart Dress

Bob Mackie Incredible Rare Vintage Strapless Beaded Heart Dress

By Bob Mackie

Located in San Diego, CA

Drop dead gorgeous vintage Bob Mackie silk beaded dress! Features all-over sequins and beads, with sequin hearts throughout the front and back. Ruffle hem, with vibrant pink lining, ...

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1980s Evening Dresses

Exceptional Vintage Lillie Rubin Yellow Silk Chiffon Beaded Strapless Gown Dress
Exceptional Vintage Lillie Rubin Yellow Silk Chiffon Beaded Strapless Gown Dress

Exceptional Vintage Lillie Rubin Yellow Silk Chiffon Beaded Strapless Gown Dress

By Lillie Rubin

Located in San Diego, CA

Exceptional vintage LILLIE RUBIN yellow silk chiffon beaded strapless gown! Intricate amount of workmanship was put into the creation of this Grecian beauty!

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1990s American Evening Gowns

Superb Escada Black Beaded Silk Strapless Cocktail Dress (40 D)
Superb Escada Black Beaded Silk Strapless Cocktail Dress (40 D)

Superb Escada Black Beaded Silk Strapless Cocktail Dress (40 D)

By Escada

Located in Port Hope, ON

So elegant, this dress has a draped bodice outlined with beads and clear glass discs. There is also boning, built in bra support and a sweetheat decollete Closure is by way of a hidd...

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21st Century and Contemporary German Cocktail Dresses

1990s Gianni Versace Couture Black + Red Strapless Beaded Bodycon Vintage Dress
1990s Gianni Versace Couture Black + Red Strapless Beaded Bodycon Vintage Dress

1990s Gianni Versace Couture Black + Red Strapless Beaded Bodycon Vintage Dress

By Gianni Versace, Gianni Versace Couture

Located in San Diego, CA

Sexy vintage early 90s GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE black wool and silk bodcon strapless dress! Features black and red crystals, sequins and beads in clusters throughout.

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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Unworn with tags Bob Mackie Vintage Strapless Beaded Fringe Evening Gown/ Dress
Unworn with tags Bob Mackie Vintage Strapless Beaded Fringe Evening Gown/ Dress

Unworn with tags Bob Mackie Vintage Strapless Beaded Fringe Evening Gown/ Dress

By Bob Mackie

Located in Sparks, NV

Unworn with the original tags still attached! Heavily beaded evening gown with beaded gunmetal fringe trim, plunging neckline and asymmetrical slit by Bob Mackie. Details: Fully ...

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1990s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage Vicky Tiel Couture Black Sequined and Beaded Strapless Flapper Dress
Vintage Vicky Tiel Couture Black Sequined and Beaded Strapless Flapper Dress

Vintage Vicky Tiel Couture Black Sequined and Beaded Strapless Flapper Dress

By Vicky Tiel

Located in San Diego, CA

Sexy vintage VICKY TIEL COUTURE black sequin and beaded flapper style dress! Features a boned corset with silk mesh. Hundreds of hand sewn glass beads and sequins throughout the bodi...

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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

Vintage 1950s 50s Strapless Gold Silk Beaded Formal Gown Dress by Kay Selig
Vintage 1950s 50s Strapless Gold Silk Beaded Formal Gown Dress by Kay Selig

Vintage 1950s 50s Strapless Gold Silk Beaded Formal Gown Dress by Kay Selig

Located in Sparks, NV

Stunning vintage gold silk gown from the 1950's by Kay Selig. The strapless bodice is hand-embroidered with floral appliques and pearl beading. The long silk skirt featured gathering...

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1950s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1990s Bob Mackie Black and Green Striped Beaded Strapless Gown
1990s Bob Mackie Black and Green Striped Beaded Strapless Gown

1990s Bob Mackie Black and Green Striped Beaded Strapless Gown

By Bob Mackie

Located in London, GB

The dress has a strapless cut which is elongated and raised up over the décolletage to echo and emphasise the curves of the bust.

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1990s Chinese Evening Dresses

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Christian Lacroix Fall 2005 Long degrade dress

Christian Lacroix Fall 2005 Long degrade dress

By Christian Lacroix

Located in CANNES, FR

Christian Lacroix Autumn/Winter 2005-2006 Ready-to-Wear Collection Long brown gradient viscose dress with sequined straps. Size S.

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Early 2000s Maxi Dress

Roberto Cavalli Vintage Wide Red Resin Cuff Bracelet, Circa 1990s
Roberto Cavalli Vintage Wide Red Resin Cuff Bracelet, Circa 1990s

Roberto Cavalli Vintage Wide Red Resin Cuff Bracelet, Circa 1990s

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Roberto Cavalli Vintage Wide Red Resin Cuff Bracelet, Circa 1990s

By Roberto Cavalli

Located in New York, NY

This tremendously wide bracelet is all the rage now, particularly in red. It is well-made and substantial. Slips on and off. It would look great on its own or mixed and matched wi...

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1990s American Modern Cuff Bracelets

F/W 1989 Ralph Lauren Naomi Campbell Runway Black Bias Cut Silk Sleeveless Dress
F/W 1989 Ralph Lauren Naomi Campbell Runway Black Bias Cut Silk Sleeveless Dress

F/W 1989 Ralph Lauren Naomi Campbell Runway Black Bias Cut Silk Sleeveless Dress

By Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren Purple Label

Located in West Hollywood, CA

From Ralph Lauren’s Fall/Winter 1989 collection, this black silk dress features a bias-cut silhouette that drapes elegantly over the body. The sleeveless design and high neckline cre...

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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

MOSCHINO 90s Cheap & Chic Vintage Jigsaw Puzzle Colourful Cropped Boucle Jacket
MOSCHINO 90s Cheap & Chic Vintage Jigsaw Puzzle Colourful Cropped Boucle Jacket

MOSCHINO 90s Cheap & Chic Vintage Jigsaw Puzzle Colourful Cropped Boucle Jacket

By Moschino, Franco Moschino

Located in Sheffield, GB

Superbly tailored early 1990’s Cheap and Chic by Franco Moschino, Jigsaw puzzle patterned boucle Jacket crafted from colourful wool panels and featuring gold 'C+C' embossed buttons d...

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1990s Italian Cropped Jackets

CHRISTIAN DIOR taupe FOX FUR Winter Coat Sz. F38 / M
CHRISTIAN DIOR taupe FOX FUR Winter Coat Sz. F38 / M

CHRISTIAN DIOR taupe FOX FUR Winter Coat Sz. F38 / M

By Christian Dior

Located in Zürich, CH

Christian Dior coat in off-white, brown, and taupe fox fur with wide collar. Two side pockets. Opens with two hooks on the front. Lined in black silk. Has been worn and is in excelle...

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21st Century and Contemporary Fur Puffer Coats

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Sz 44 Black Corset / Bustier Dress YSL
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Sz 44 Black Corset / Bustier Dress YSL

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Sz 44 Black Corset / Bustier Dress YSL

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in San Diego, CA

Drop dead gorgeous vintage Yves Saint Laurent 'Rive Gauche' YSL black dress! Quite possibly the most flattering dress I have ever seen! This rare beauty does wonders for the body! Co...

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1980s French Cocktail Dresses

Calvin Klein Collection by Francisco Costa Navy Silk Gown, 2005
Calvin Klein Collection by Francisco Costa Navy Silk Gown, 2005

Calvin Klein Collection by Francisco Costa Navy Silk Gown, 2005

By Calvin Klein Collection

Located in Marlborough, GB

Calvin Klein Collection by Francisco Costa navy silk gown, 2005 Worn by Natalia Vodianova to the launch party of CK’s Euphoria fragrance, which she was the face of. Sensual and minim...

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Early 2000s Evening Dresses

Rabanne Black Celluloid Pastilles Dress
Rabanne Black Celluloid Pastilles Dress

Rabanne Black Celluloid Pastilles Dress

By Paco Rabanne

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Paco Rabanne -Black celluloid pastilles dress hold together with silvery metal rings. No size indicated, it fits a 34FR/36FR. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition ...

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2010s French Cocktail Dresses

S/S 1997 Gucci by Tom Ford Black Stretch Viscose Gold Logo Cardigan Small
S/S 1997 Gucci by Tom Ford Black Stretch Viscose Gold Logo Cardigan Small

S/S 1997 Gucci by Tom Ford Black Stretch Viscose Gold Logo Cardigan Small

By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Presenting a sheer collared long-sleeve Gucci top/cardigan designed by Tom Ford. From the Spring/Summer 1997 collection and classically Tom Ford for Gucci, this blouse features an op...

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1990s Italian Cardigans

Vintage 1990s black and white wool suit  Moschino Cheap & Chic
Vintage 1990s black and white wool suit  Moschino Cheap & Chic

Vintage 1990s black and white wool suit Moschino Cheap & Chic

By Moschino

Located in LAGNY-SUR-MARNE, FR

Vintage 1990s black and white suit (jacket and skirt) by Moschino Cheap & Chic. The black and red version of this suit can be seen on the ICONIC Fran fine on the hit sitcom the Nanny...

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1990s Italian Skirt Suits

Laura Ashley Batsheva 80s Sz 6 Purple Pink Avant Garde Vintage Floral Midi Dress
Laura Ashley Batsheva 80s Sz 6 Purple Pink Avant Garde Vintage Floral Midi Dress

Laura Ashley Batsheva 80s Sz 6 Purple Pink Avant Garde Vintage Floral Midi Dress

By Laura Ashley

Located in San Diego, CA

Rare and iconic early 1980s LAURA ASHLEY Batsheva Avant Garde purple, pink and green cotton midi dress! Features the signature Ashley floral print. Great double layer of ruffled slee...

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1980s British Cocktail Dresses

Madame Grès Haute Couture Pleated White Gown Personal Archive, c. 1950s
Madame Grès Haute Couture Pleated White Gown Personal Archive, c. 1950s

Madame Grès Haute Couture Pleated White Gown Personal Archive, c. 1950s

By Madame Gres

Located in Jersey City, NJ

Madame Grès pleated white haute couture gown, circa 1950s — a true museum-worthy piece from the personal archive of Alix Grès, and an exceptionally rare numbered défilé prototype. Of...

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1950s Delphos Gowns

Rare Thierry Mugler FW 1996 Sculptural Runway Skirt Suit Velvet Details
Rare Thierry Mugler FW 1996 Sculptural Runway Skirt Suit Velvet Details

Rare Thierry Mugler FW 1996 Sculptural Runway Skirt Suit Velvet Details

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Berlin, BE

Like a shard of midnight architecture wrapped around the body, this two piece Thierry Mugler ensemble is less a garment than an act of sculptural seduction. The silhouette is so gorg...

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1990s French Skirt Suits

Alessandra Rich Pinstripe Knit Dress Circa 2010 Turquoise Size IT42
Alessandra Rich Pinstripe Knit Dress Circa 2010 Turquoise Size IT42

Alessandra Rich Pinstripe Knit Dress Circa 2010 Turquoise Size IT42

By Alessandra Rich

Located in London, GB

Stunning Alessandra Rich pinstripe knit dress. Made from stretchy turquoise and white cotton mix knit with white ribbed trims and 4 pearl button trimmed faux pockets. Has little tiny...

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2010s French Cocktail Dresses

Chanel F/W 1991 Vintage Black Pearl Embellished Mini Dress
Chanel F/W 1991 Vintage Black Pearl Embellished Mini Dress

Chanel F/W 1991 Vintage Black Pearl Embellished Mini Dress

By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in Jersey City, NJ

Chanel F/W 1991 black dress with faux pearl “necklace” embellishment — a beautifully documented runway piece, also pictured in the official collection catalog on Linda Evangelista. ...

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1990s French Cocktail Dresses

ALAÏA White Crochet elegant Scarf detail Sheer Knit maxi dress
ALAÏA White Crochet elegant Scarf detail Sheer Knit maxi dress

ALAÏA White Crochet elegant Scarf detail Sheer Knit maxi dress

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in Sheffield, GB

ALAÏA White Crochet elegant Scarf detail Sheer maxi dress This Elegant Alaïa maxi dress features a scarf with thick fringed tip detail that drapes around the neck and down the back o...

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2010s Italian Maxi Dresses

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Strapless Beaded Dress For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact vintage or contemporary strapless beaded dress you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. If you’re looking for an option in Black and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in Beige, Brown and more. If you’re looking for a strapless beaded dress from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. Finding an appealing accessory such as this — no matter the origin — is easy, but Bob Mackie, Gianni Versace and Helena Barbieri each produced a popular version that is worth a look. Finding a strapless beaded dress for sale for women should be easy, but there are 2 pieces available to browse for men as well.

How Much is a Strapless Beaded Dress?

The price for a strapless beaded dress starts at $250 and tops out at $32,000, and on average, selling for $1,500.

Finding the Right Evening-dresses for You

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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