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Size: Large - 40FR - 44IT
John Galliano Spring 2001 Fuchsia and Gold Metallic Bias Cut Slip Gown
By John Galliano
Located in Paris, FR
Striking evening gown from John Galliano, Spring–Summer 2001 collection period. The dress is cut in
Vintage Striking Red Purple Green Metallic Maxi Dress
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The designer of this dress is unknown, but that makes it no less captivating. Done in a synthetic metallic knit, this beautiful maxi dress hits all the right notes. The dress feature...
S/S 1998 Vintage Gianni Versace Couture Black Dress Gown
By Gianni Versace Couture
Located in Montgomery, TX
Versace Couture collection, this striking black evening gown exemplifies the designer’s mastery of
Ralph Lauren Fall 2011 Runway Black Crepe Gown with Beaded Butterfly Bodice
By Ralph Lauren Purple Label
Located in Kingston, NY
Striking Ralph Lauren runway evening gown from the Fall 2011 collection, both an iconic runway look
Valentino Night Vintage Black Velvet & Lace Plunging Gown, c. 1980s–1990s US 6
By Valentino Garavani, Valentino Night
Located in Montgomery, TX
A rare and striking vintage evening gown from Valentino Night, rendered in sumptuous black velvet
NWT F/W 2002 Valentino Garavani Runway Finale Red Silk Chiffon Train Gown
By Valentino Garavani, Valentino
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a striking chiffon evening gown designed by Valentino Garavani for his Fall/Winter 2002
Dolce & Gabbana Dress Striking Silver Rear Swarovski Zipper Pull 40 / 6
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Miami, FL
Dolce&Gabbana rare dress that was sold out in the stores. This treasure was worn one time only. Silver gray fabric with fabulous texture and a metallic finish. Front has a boat neck...
Dior by Raf Simons S/S 2015 Deep Yellow Gilet Dress
By Christian Dior
Located in Amsterdam, NH
Raf Simons for Dior: striking deep yellow evening gown with sleek, elegant design. Brand: Dior
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H 17.13 in W 11.42 in D 0 in
Victorian Evening Elegance: Opulent Fashion Lithograph Published in 1889
Located in Langweer, NL
This lithograph presents a fashionable woman from 1889, dressed in a striking evening gown that
Paper
Fine Victorian Garnet, Pearl and Diamond Semi Parure
Located in London, GB
. This set would look striking paired with a simple evening gown. Should you choose to make this
Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Yellow Gold
Nicole Miller Striking Black & White Embroidered Evening Gown
By Nicole Miller
Located in Oradell, NJ
This is a striking, black and white embroidered evening gown designed by Nicole Miller in 100% silk
Early 1940's, Striking Black & Magenta Taffeta Striped Gown
Located in Oradell, NJ
Offered for sale is this early 1940's, dramatically stunning black and magenta taffeta striped gown
Couture Vintage Black Velvet Strapless Evening Gown With Fur Trim
Located in Portland, OR
This is a striking black velvet evening gown with the C.F. Coch Haute Couture label. It has a
Striking Alexander McQueen Silk Halter Dress, 2005
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Bethesda, MD
This stunning Alexander McQueen light green silk halter dress is embellished with hand-painted butterflies throughout. It has a side zipper closure and closer at the back of the halt...
Striking Black and White Floral Print Cotton Pique Evening Gown by Will Steinman
By Will Steinman
Located in New Hope, PA
This charming black and white floral print cotton pique summer evening dress will definitely get
Striking Ruben Panis Beaded Starburst Bat Winged Gown Black Corduroy
By Ruben Panis
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a striking Ruben Panis design. This dress features a wonderful star-burst sequin and beaded
Striking Black Velvet Gown with Gold Beading around Bodice
Located in Port Hope, ON
This deep, black velvet gown is the perfect piece to wear to any evening affair. Glamourous in its
Striking Chartreuse Chiffon Art Deco Flapper Dress
Located in New York, NY
High style art deco beaded flapper dress from the 1920s France. Lovely and unusual chartreuse colored chiffon with beaded scale "motifs" in mother of pearl and antique gold bugles wi...
Geoffrey Beene Wool Jersey Gown
By Geoffrey Beene
Located in New York, NY
Geoffrey Beene's easy charcoal wool jersey evening gown with striking architectural neckline and
1930s Midnight Blue Velvet Gown With Ornate Chord Embroidery
Located in London, GB
This striking 1930s velvet evening gown in midnight blue is in superb vintage condition and
Striking Vicky Tiel Black Sequined and Ruffled Open Back Cocktail Dress
By Vicky Tiel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a fantastic Vicky Tiel cocktail gown. The gown features a wonderful ruffled lace neckline
Striking Vintage Albert Nipon for Bergdorf Goodman Sz 12 Black Velvet Wrap Dress
By Bergdorf Goodman, Albert Nipon
Located in San Diego, CA
Striking, and super flattering vintage Albert Nipon, for Bergdorf Goodman, black silk velvet wrap
Blumarine Dress Rose Flower Print Striking Beaded Bow 42 / 8 New
By Blumarine
Located in Miami, FL
Guaranteed authentic Blumarine dress features an exquisite profusion of roses in the pales shade of pink, with deepening shades to a creamy rose. Accentuated with rich brown - the ...
Evelyn Byrnes 1960s Black Appliqué and Ivory Pleated Empire Gown
By Evelyn Byrnes
Located in Kingston, NY
A striking 1960s evening gown by Evelyn Byrnes, exemplifying the era’s refined approach to evening
1950s Jacques Heim New Look Black Dress
By Jaques Heim, Jacques Heim
Located in London, GB
This striking 1950s New-Look style evening gown by Jacques Heim demonstrates some impeccable
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H 24 in W 20 in
'Crawford Grand Entrance' 1932 (Galerie Prints Limited Edition)
By George Hurrell
Located in London, GB
wearing a stylish and striking evening gown, her hair styled elegantly in an up-do, characteristically
Silver Gelatin
Valentino Abstract Panel Evening Gown 1990s
By Valentino
Located in London, GB
Striking Valentino evening gown, from the period when Valentino Garavani himself was still
ESCADA Couture Vintage Evening Silk Gown Wedding Cream Sequined 1980s
By Escada
Located in London, GB
ESCADA Couture Vintage Evening Silk Gown Wedding Cream Sequined 1980s A glamour striking couture
Strikingly Sculptural Geoffrey Beene Satin and Velvet Dress
By Geoffrey Beene
Located in New York, NY
This striking dress from Geoffrey Beene is made in masterfully constructed black and fuchia satin
TOM FORD Runway dress striking statement 42 / 8 nwt
By Tom Ford
Located in Miami, FL
Guaranteed authentic TOM FORD striking runway rose silk and nude netting dress. Abstract cut out
Striking 2014 F/W Roberto Cavalli Runway "Fire" Dress w/Beading 40 (Itl)
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Port Hope, ON
Jersey viscose and silk knee length dress with wonderful neckline with a flame design. There is also a peek-a-boo slit at the chest. The dominant colors are black and red with flashe...
Jason Wu Cobalt Blue One Shoulder Evening Gown
By Jason Wu
Located in Toronto, ON
This striking Jason Wu evening gown features an incredibly rich blue color and gorgeous draping
Striking 1920's, Black Sequined & Beaded Dress on Black Net
Located in Oradell, NJ
Offered for sale is this striking 1920's vintage, black beaded and sequined dress on fine black net
1967 Striking Silk Print Strapless Adolfo Gown
By Adolfo
Located in Rockwood, ON
This gown is so spectacular and so striking - it is really an amazing piece. I can date it exactly
Gianni Versace S/S 1997 Runway Sheer Lace Panels Grey Evening Dress Gown
By Gianni Versace Couture
Located in Naples, FL
Gianni Versace S/S 1997 Runway Sheer Lace Panels Grey Evening Dress Gown IT 40 As seen on Naomi Campbell on the Runway for the final look!
Victor Costa Strapless Dress
By Victor Costa
Located in Alford, MA
One of Victor Costa's best designs, this strapless cocktail/evening dress is fashioned of white satin and black velvet alternating horizontal stripes with fitted bodice leading to an...
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...
Missoni 1980s Multicolor Knit Button-Up Cardigan
By Missoni
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Step into the world of vintage fashion with this exquisite Missoni 1980s Multicolor Knit Button-Up Cardigan. Crafted from the finest materials and adorned with Missoni's signature st...
Gucci by Tom Ford S/S 2002 Cutout Plunged Neckline Black Dress
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Naples, FL
Gucci by Tom Ford S/S 2002 Cutout Plunged Neckline Black Dress IT 40 Gucci sleeveless black knee-length dress featuring ruffled shoulders, cutouts at front and back and concealed zi...
Jean Paul Gaultier Maxi Dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black silk jersey dress from Jean Paul Gaultier. It is semi fitted with a bateau neckline and a gradated draped ruffle wider at the front shoulder then narrowing to the h...
New Gucci Flora Bamboo Runway Pumps Heels Sz 6.5
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Brand New Gucci Flora Heels Size: 6.5 Beautiful Iconic Canvas Flora Pattern Bamboo & Gold Hardware Leather Insole Wood Heel Heel Height 3" With Box
1980s Yves Saint Laurent Ivory + Gold Vintage 80s One Piece Swimsuit
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and classic early 1980s YVES SAINT LAURENT ivory / off-white and gold seashell print one piece halter swimsuit / bodysuit! Features a flattering ruched waist that hides any...
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...
Valentino Shoe D'Orsay Satin Pumps Bold Bow 39 / 9 w/Box
By Valentino
Located in Miami, FL
Guaranteed authentic Valentino black satin D'Orsay pump. Peeptoe with signature bold bow. Hidden .25" platform. High stiletto heel. Comes with box. final sale Mightychic offers ...
Vicky Tiel 1980s Silk Strapless High Low Bustier Dress
By Vicky Tiel
Located in Water Mill, NY
A great pink silk high low dress from Vicky Tiel. It has a drop waist horizontally ruched boned bustier bodice onto which is gathered a full skirt knee length in the front, ankle len...
F/W 1997 Bill Blass Runway Deep Red Velvet Strapless Evening Gown
By Bill Blass
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This deep red strapless evening gown from Bill Blass's Fall/Winter 1997 collection, as worn by Elsa Benitez on the runway, is crafted from luxurious velvet. The gown features a fitte...
John Galliano for Christian Dior Silk Maxi Skirt
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous silk long skirt with yellow, green and white abstract shapes including glowers and leaves on a brown background from John Galliano for Christian Dior. It is semi fitted t...
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Size: 10 / 12
1990s Linda Segal Size 10 12 Red White Colorblock Pique Cotton Vintage 90s Dress
By Linda Segal
Located in San Diego, CA
Stylish and flattering early 90s LINDA SEGAL lipstick red and white colorblocked pique cotton sleeveless nautical sheath dress ! Linda Segal pieces were often worn by Fran Fine, play...
Yves Saint Laurent F/W 1990 Black Velvet Metallic Gold Trim Blazer French 36
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Montgomery, TX
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Black Velvet Blazer Jacket F/W Runway 1990 French size 36 - US S Super Quality Black Velvet, Triple Gold and Black Metallic Braided Trim, Gold ...
1990 Christian Lacroix Lace Dress
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Austin, TX
CHRISTIAN LACROIX lace floral dress Condition: Excellent 29.5" bust, 26" waist, 29" hips, 42" length size US 4 / FR 36 / S
With entire museum exhibitions dedicated to examining fashion designers and their creations, we’re finally recognizing that costuming is art. Evening dresses over time have conveyed specific statements about social class, position and beliefs. Fashion is a powerful means of self-expression, and sophisticated vintage evening dresses and gowns by our favorite couturier play no small role in making us feel wonderful but, perhaps more importantly, making us feel like ourselves.
In the 16th century, dresses and gowns were so important that England's Queen Elizabeth I defined rules about what dresses women could wear — guidance included long skirts and fitted bodices. Forward-thinking designers have responded to this history.
Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel reimagined traditionally masculine garments for feminine shapes, and her elegant evening dresses and gowns promoted comfort and grace in women’s wear that had been dominated in the previous century by layers of fabric. Christian Dior's gowns celebrated luxury and femininity in the late 1940s — and gave to women the gift of glamour they’d lost in the miserable years of the war. French fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent introduced innovative and highly coveted dress designs in the 1960s while at the same time challenging sexist stereotypes about which members of society could wear tuxedos.
Works by unconventional British designer John Galliano — featured in houses like Givenchy and Dior — redefined limits that dressmakers faced in terms of material, construction and vision during the late 20th century. From his embroidered absinthe-green Oscars gown for actress Nicole Kidman to the iconic sleeveless Dior newspaper dress that Sex and the City’s Carrie Bradshaw made famous, Galliano’s intricate and multifaceted work is reliably collectible and newsworthy
Today’s designers target an increasingly broad audience with their boundary-crossing work, and their tendency to play off of each other’s ideas means that every walk down the runway is also a walk through an entire history of fashion design and dress craftsmanship.
Whether you gravitate toward backless maxi dresses or silk charmeuse gowns by Alexander McQueen or embellished, ruffled floral-print designs by Chloe or Versace, there is an extraordinary collection of vintage and designer evening dresses and gowns waiting for you on 1stDibs.
Costumer to the stars Ray Aghayan brought the famed painting to life with his spectacular design.
From handbags and heels to jackets and jewels, Sharon Coplan Hurowitz has a deep admiration for (and collection of) all things Chanel.
Jeriana San Juan explains how she undertook the intimidating project of designing costumes for the new Netflix series about the New York fashion legend. (Hint: She found vintage Halston on 1stDibs!)
Once considered a controversial item of clothing, fashion designer Sonja de Lennart's creation is now a bona fide classic.
The classic tweed garment has been a wardrobe staple of chic women around the world since the 1950s.
Amanda Benchley and Bridget Moynahan teamed up to explore the relationship between powerful women and their most significant footwear.
This year's Costume Institute exhibition is all about embracing the eccentric.
Ballrooms, Bar Suits and British royals — in a sweeping exhibition, the London museum looks back on 70 years of the French fashion house, as well as its illustrious founder and his fondness for the United Kingdom.