Azzaro bustier Embroidered Taffeta Dress
By Loris Azzaro Paris, Loris Azzaro
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Azzaro (Made in France) Taffeta dress embroidered with beads. No composition or size tag, it fits a
Azzaro bustier Embroidered Taffeta Dress
By Loris Azzaro Paris, Loris Azzaro
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Azzaro (Made in France) Taffeta dress embroidered with beads. No composition or size tag, it fits a
Rare 1940s Taffetas Silk Dress
Located in Paris, FR
Gorgeous 1940s peach pink silk dress featuring maxi length, fixed flounces on front bust & goes on back sleeves, bias cut with many tailoring details, maxi length. In good vintage c...
Taffeta Pleated Bustier Dress
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Taffeta pleated bustier dress painted with colorful flowers. No size nor composition label, it fits
Lanvin Striped Dress in Multicolored Taffeta
By Lanvin Paris
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Lanvin - (Made in France) Multicolored taffeta dress with stripes. No size indicated, it fits a
Jacques Fath Silk Taffeta Maxi Dress
By Jacques Fath
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Jacques Fath - Silk taffeta maxi dress with midnight blue velvet and gold metal buttons with
Lanvin Haute Couture Silk Taffeta Halter
By Lanvin Paris
Located in New York, NY
Lanvin Haute Couture Silk Taffeta Halter. Simple and flattering halter neckline is held by a wide
1950s Taffeta Embroidered Floral Black Cocktail Dress
Located in London, GB
This charming 1950s black taffeta embroidered party dress with cross over straps is gamine
Red silk taffetas evening dress BRUCE OLDFIELD
By Bruce Oldfield
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Red silk taffetas evening dress open on the middle front from the waist until the bottom with one
Paule Ka Bustier Long Black Taffeta Dress
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Paule Ka - Long black taffeta bustier dress with silvery sequins. Transparent effects around the
Ruched Taffeta Fabrice Cocktail Dress
By Fabrice New York Couture, Fabrice
Located in New York, NY
Glamorous Fabrice Cocktail Dress in navy silk taffeta with lavishly decorated jet beadwork, sequins
Loris Azzaro Taffeta Bustier and Skirt Set
By Loris Azzaro, Loris Azzaro Paris
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Azzaro - Bustier and skirt set in silk taffeta embroidered with pearly beads and black sequins. The
Purple taffetas cocktail dress VICTOR COSTA
By Victor Costa
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Purple stiff taffetas cocktail dress . Taffetas composition: acetate. Same fabric inside the top
1990s Jacques Azagury Purple Taffeta Victorian Inspired Dress
Located in London, GB
This incredible Victorian inspired evening gown by British couture designer, Jacques Azagury, is an
1950s Ceil Chapman Black Silk Taffeta Full Circle Dress
By Ceil Chapman
Located in London, GB
black taffeta silk design is exquisite. Its the first thing you notice about this dress which has the
Serge & Real Black Taffeta Pleated Long Skirt - M
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Serge & Real Black Taffeta Pleated Long Skirt - M. This Serge & Real long skirt is black taffeta
1950s Traina-Norrell Yellow Taffeta Silk Rose Print Dress
By Traina-Norell
Located in London, GB
mid to late 1950s. The fabric is a superb silk taffeta in a rose print whilst the colours are
Azzaro Taffeta Evening Dress Sewn with Pearls and Rhinestones
By Loris Azzaro, Loris Azzaro Paris
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Azzaro - (Made in France) Taffeta evening dress sewn with pearls and rhinestones. No size nor
Black beaded and silk taffetas evening dress Loris Azzaro
By Loris Azzaro Paris
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black beaded and silk taffetas evening dress. Embroidered bustier with sequin and satin ribbons
1950s Blanes Black Taffeta Rose Applique Dress
Located in London, GB
This 1950s black taffeta ball dress by quality British brand Blanes, is perfect for a black or
1950s Dress Black Embroidered Shelf Bust Taffeta Party Dress
Located in Wallkill, NY
A true Beauty, 1950s Black Taffeta Pleated Bodice Cocktail Dress. It has Boned Bodice with a
$2,617
Size: Equivalent french size 34.
A bronze taffetas day dress with mutton's sleeves - France Circa 1840
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1840. France Bronze taffeta day dress dating from the end of the reign of Louis-Philippe
1980s Strapless Hot Pink Taffeta Ruched cocktail dress
By Frank Usher
Located in Sheffield, GB
A fun and vibrant 1980's Frank Usher Cocktail Dress in a ruched Hot pink taffeta. The dress
$3,000
Size: Size 4/6 See Measurements
Christian Dior By John Galliano Black Taffeta "Hobo" Party Dress
By Christian Dior
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection is excited to offer this vintage Christian Dior by John Galliano black taffeta hobo
Gucci Black Velvet Taffeta Dress with Faux Coral Details, Size 40
By Gucci
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Elegant Gucci velvet taffeta dress with gorgeous round-necked application of golden and black
Backless blue taffetas evening dress Victor Costa for Neiman Marcus
By Victor Costa
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Backless blue taffetas evening dress wrap on the bust . Black tulle petticoat. Fabric composition
1950s Ceil Chapman Black Taffeta and Ruched Silk Jersey Dress
By Ceil Chapman
Located in London, GB
This early 1950s Ceil Chapman taffeta and silk dress is a timeless and elegant party dress. It has
Scaasi Brown Taffeta Cocktail Dress, 1980’s
By Scaasi
Located in Atlanta, GA
Gorgeous Arnold Scaasi brown silk taffeta cocktail dress with ruched torso and a dramatic neckline
rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE black velvet taffeta ruffle slit bodysuit dress
By Alexandre Vauthier
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER COUTURE black velvet taffeta ruffle high slit bodysuit dress Reference
$8,921
Size: IT 42 - FR 38 - UK 10 - US 6
Jean Paul Gaultier purple taffeta convertible evening dress, ss 1992
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in London, GB
▪ Jean Paul Gaultier evening dress ▪ Constructed from purple taffeta ▪ Convertible in design with
Bustier dress in taffeta and lace
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
ANONYMOUS - Short bustier dress in black silk taffeta and lace. No signature. It has been made
Geoffrey Beene Taffeta Evening Dress With Point D'Esprit Detail
By Geoffrey Beene
Located in New York, NY
and hip over a nude tone taffeta. Skirt of dress is full and gathered starting at the hip.
Jenny Packham Changeant Silk Taffeta and Lace Strapless
By Jenny Packham
Located in New York, NY
Jenny Packham changeant silk taffeta and lace strapless cocktail dress with large stole. Pinky
Mid Century Midnight Blue Crystal Encrusted Taffeta Cocktail Dress
Located in New York, NY
Mid Century Midnight Blue Crystal Encrusted Taffeta Cocktail Dress from the 1950's. Nipped waist
Loris Azzaro Midnight Blue Evening Dress in Taffeta, Lace and Sequins
By Loris Azzaro
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Azzaro - (Made in France) Midnight blue evening dress in taffeta, lace and sequins. No size nor
Chloe Black Silk Taffeta Dress wth Ruffled Collar
By Chloé
Located in Sparks, NV
Fully Lined Side Zip Closure Marked Size: T 36 Color: Black Fabric: Silk Taffeta Label: Chloe Bust
Black velvet and taffetas ruffles cocktail dress Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black velvet and black taffetas ruffles cocktail dress. SIZE : 38 ( Fr)
Yves Saint Laurent Velvet & Royal Purple Taffeta Ruffle Skirt Ensemble 1982
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a vintage Yves Saint Laurent purple taffeta ensemble
Black velvet and purple silk taffetas evening dress SAINT LAURENT Rive Gauche
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black velvet and purple silk taffetas evening dress with taffetas belt. Acetate lining. Zip closure
Traina-Norell Vintage Floral Print Taffeta Cocktail Dress
By Traina-Norell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
floral print taffeta. It is sleeveless, with shoulder straps and a metal zipper on the back left side of
Vivienne Westwood Couture red taffeta corset and ballgown skirt, fw 1996
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in London, GB
Couture line ▪ Constructed from red taffeta backed with silk organza ▪ Boned corset with a draped overlay
$4,996
Size: Shirt : L skirt :M
Grey silk taffeta shirt and skirt evening ensemble SAINT LAURENT RIVE GAUCHE
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Grey silk taffeta shirt and skirt evening ensemble. with ruffles. Hidden button and buttonhole
$17,842
Size: FR38 - UK10 - US6
Christian Dior by John Galliano Silk Damask Taffeta Evening Dress, FW 2000
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
▪ Brand: Christian Dior ▪ Creative Director: John Galliano ▪ Collection: Fall-Winter 2000 ▪ Fabric: Silk ▪ Size: FR38 - UK10 - US6 ▪ Made in: France ▪ Condition: Excellent ▪ Mannequi...
Vicky Tiel Eggplant Pleated Taffeta and Lace Dress - 46 - 1980's
By Vicky Tiel
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This Vicky Tiel dress is a stunning vintage piece with pleated silk taffeta on the skirt and
Vicky Tiel, Paris Silk Crepe and Taffeta Strapless Dress
By Vicky Tiel
Located in New York, NY
Vicky Tiel, Paris Silk Crepe and Taffeta Strapless Dress from the 1990's. Heavy silk crepe with
Black evening dress in black sequin and taffetas JULIE DUROCHÉ for After Five
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black evening dress in black sequin on lace and ruffled taffetas bottom. Zip and hook&eye closure
1980s Jenny Packham Velvet and Silk Taffeta Dress
By Jenny Packham
Located in London, GB
A very early design from high end occasion wear specialist Jenny Packham; this 1980s black velvet and silk cocktail dress is perfect for the upcoming party season. The bodice is made...
Black taffetas bustier evening dress with gold feathers and shawl Loris Azzaro
By Loris Azzaro
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black taffetas bustier evening dress with ruffles and gold lurex feathers embroideries. shawl with
Wrap evening dress in taffetas with belt CATHERINE REGEHR for Saks Fifth Av
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Wrap evening dress in taffetas with belt and belt-loop. One bow inside to hold the wrap and one
Ivory taffetas evening dress with ruffles and drape bust Nina Ricci Paris
By Nina Ricci
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Ivory taffetas evening dress with ruffles. Drape bust and sleeve. Boned. Zip in the middle back
1950S Black Acetate Taffeta Swing Skirt Cocktail Dress With Unique Gathered Det
Located in New York, NY
1950S Black Acetate Taffeta Swing Skirt Cocktail Dress With Unique Gathered Details
Oscar de la Renta Red Silk Taffeta Dress with Rose Detail - 6
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This Oscar de la Renta red silk taffeta dress is sleeveless with a drop waist and pleating at the
1980S MICHAEL NOVARESE Black Haute Couture Silk Taffeta Duster Covered In Excep
By Michael Novarese
Located in New York, NY
1980S MICHAEL NOVARESE Black Haute Couture Silk Taffeta Duster Covered In Exceptional Embroidery
$14,411
Size: FR 42 - UK 14
Vivienne Westwood purple silk taffeta mermaid skirt and corset top, c. 1997
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in London, GB
Vivienne Westwood Couture purple silk taffeta evening ensemble. High waisted hip hugging mermaid
1950s Demi-Couture Ballet Length Strapless Silk Taffeta & Chantilly Lace Dress
Located in Gresham, OR
1950s Demi-Couture Ballet Length Strapless Silk Taffeta & Chantilly Lace Dress w Butter Yellow Silk
1990's Bill Blass Navy Blue Taffeta Cocktail Dress
By Bill Blass
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1990's Bill Blass strapless navy blue silk taffeta empire waist cocktail dress featuring a large
Alexander McQueen Coral Taffeta Fit & Flare Dress – 2021 Collection NWT
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Dallas, TX
Alexander McQueen Coral Taffeta Fit & Flare Dress – 2021 Collection A fresh and feminine
Bill Blass Vintage Strapless Black Velvet + Taffeta Cocktail Dress
By Bill Blass
Located in Sparks, NV
taffeta. Fully lined with rear zip and hook closure. There is no marked size, but the dress fits like a
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.