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Tartan Evening Gown

2000's Ralph Lauren Cashmere Blend Tartan Plaid Strapless Evening Dress
2000's Ralph Lauren Cashmere Blend Tartan Plaid Strapless Evening Dress

2000's Ralph Lauren Cashmere Blend Tartan Plaid Strapless Evening Dress

By Ralph Lauren

Located in Sheffield, GB

An archival 2000's Ralph Lauren Tartan Strapless Evening Dress. Crafted in a Cashmere / Lambswool blend the dress feels incredible agains the skin. Featuring a boned interior corset ...

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Early 2000s Aesthetic Evening Dresses

CHRISTIAN DIOR 2022 Runway yellow punk plaid tartan wool zip front dress FR34 XS
CHRISTIAN DIOR 2022 Runway yellow punk plaid tartan wool zip front dress FR34 XS

CHRISTIAN DIOR 2022 Runway yellow punk plaid tartan wool zip front dress FR34 XS

By MARIA GRAZIA CHIURI, Christian Dior

Located in Hong Kong, NT

CHRISTIAN DIOR 2022 Runway yellow punk plaid tartan wool zip front dress FR34 XS Reference: AAWC/A00704 Brand: Dior Designer: Maria Grazia Chiuri Collection: 2022 Look 1 - Runway Mat...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Dresses

Norma Walters Tartan Plaid Silk & Sequin Two Piece Dress, 1980's
Norma Walters Tartan Plaid Silk & Sequin Two Piece Dress, 1980's

Norma Walters Tartan Plaid Silk & Sequin Two Piece Dress, 1980's

By Norma Walters

Located in Atlanta, GA

We are mad for plaid! And it is especially fun when applied to a 1980's Norma Walter's strong shouldered silhouette and black sequins are added for a little flash of bling. This t...

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1980s Hong Kong Cocktail Dresses

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2018 red black tartan tweed front slit shift dress IT38 XS
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2018 red black tartan tweed front slit shift dress IT38 XS

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2018 red black tartan tweed front slit shift dress IT38 XS

By Alexander McQueen, Sarah Burton

Located in Hong Kong, NT

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2018 red black tartan tweed front slit shift dress IT38 XS Reference: TGAS/F00255 Brand: Alexander McQueen Designer: Sarah Burton Collection: 2018 Material: Polyami...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

Vintage Geoffrey Beene Size 4 Rare Black + Red Tartan Plaid Silk Cocktail Dress
Vintage Geoffrey Beene Size 4 Rare Black + Red Tartan Plaid Silk Cocktail Dress

Vintage Geoffrey Beene Size 4 Rare Black + Red Tartan Plaid Silk Cocktail Dress

By Geoffrey Beene

Located in San Diego, CA

Rare and a true work of art by the brilliant American designer, Geoffrey Beene! Though Beene started his career in fashion mid century, some of his most celebrated pieces were create...

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Late 20th Century American Cocktail Dresses

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Louis Feraud red and tartan moiré evening dress, Circa 1980
Louis Feraud red and tartan moiré evening dress, Circa 1980

Louis Feraud red and tartan moiré evening dress, Circa 1980

By Louis Feraud

Located in London, GB

This Louis Feraud dress is constructed from a silk-like moiré polyester material. Worn with a patten leather belt.Featuring a round neckline, long sleeves and fitted bodice. The ful...

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1980s French Evening Dresses

1980s Bill Blass Black, Green and Navy Tartan Sequined Evening Dress
1980s Bill Blass Black, Green and Navy Tartan Sequined Evening Dress

1980s Bill Blass Black, Green and Navy Tartan Sequined Evening Dress

By Attributed to Bill Blass

Located in Houston, TX

Brilliant fully sequined dress featuring Black Watch tartan pattern! The label has been removed form this dress. The showstopper of a dress is is knee length, with long sleeves dis...

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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

Geoffrey Beene Tartan Tafetta  and Tulle Cocktail Dress
Geoffrey Beene Tartan Tafetta  and Tulle Cocktail Dress

Geoffrey Beene Tartan Tafetta and Tulle Cocktail Dress

By Geoffrey Beene

Located in New York, NY

Geoffrey Beene, tartan, taffeta and tulle cocktail dress having a matching bolero jacket. Dress is composed of a tulle neck and shoulder with a flocking embellishment. The bodice and...

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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

CHRISTIAN DIOR 2022 Runway yellow punk plaid tartan wool zip front dress FR34 XS
CHRISTIAN DIOR 2022 Runway yellow punk plaid tartan wool zip front dress FR34 XS

CHRISTIAN DIOR 2022 Runway yellow punk plaid tartan wool zip front dress FR34 XS

By Christian Dior

Located in Hong Kong, NT

CHRISTIAN DIOR 2022 Runway yellow punk plaid tartan wool zip front dress FR34 XS Reference: AAWC/A00704 Brand: Christian Dior Designer: Maria Grazia Chiuri Collection: 2022 Look 1 - ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Dresses

Oscar de la Renta FW 1991 Tartan Plaid Bead Sequin Embellished Velvet Dress US 4
Oscar de la Renta FW 1991 Tartan Plaid Bead Sequin Embellished Velvet Dress US 4

Oscar de la Renta FW 1991 Tartan Plaid Bead Sequin Embellished Velvet Dress US 4

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in Montgomery, TX

Oscar de la Renta Tartan Plaid Embellished Belted Velvet Dress F/W 1991 Runway Collection US size 4 Black Velvet Top Contrasting with the Red Silk Pleated Fully Embellished with Colo...

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1990s American Cocktail Dresses

1990s Escada Couture Tartan Plaid Fully Sequined Silk Vintage 90s Evening Gown
1990s Escada Couture Tartan Plaid Fully Sequined Silk Vintage 90s Evening Gown

1990s Escada Couture Tartan Plaid Fully Sequined Silk Vintage 90s Evening Gown

By Escada, Escada Margaretha Ley

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful vintage 90s ESCADA COUTURE fully sequined tartan plaid silk evening gown! Features a vibrant hunter green, navy blue, yellow and red plaid pattern throughout the entire dre...

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1990s German Evening Gowns

Ralph Lauren Cashmere Blend Tartan Plaid Evening Dress
Ralph Lauren Cashmere Blend Tartan Plaid Evening Dress

Ralph Lauren Cashmere Blend Tartan Plaid Evening Dress

By Ralph Lauren

Located in Atlanta, GA

Ralph Lauren creates all-American good looks and a nod to a Scottish past with this tartan plaid strapless evening dress. The cashmere and lambswool blended fabric is much like a co...

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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Evening Dresses

Gucci Coveted Runway Tartan Plaid Hi Low Dress Gown
Gucci Coveted Runway Tartan Plaid Hi Low Dress Gown

Gucci Coveted Runway Tartan Plaid Hi Low Dress Gown

By Gucci

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Gucci unveiled its resort 2017 collection with an eclectic collection that fused Alessandro Michele’s whimsical style with British inspired touches. The result was a highly imaginat...

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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses

COMME DES GARCONS asymmetrical ruched tartan wool dress
COMME DES GARCONS asymmetrical ruched tartan wool dress

COMME DES GARCONS asymmetrical ruched tartan wool dress

By Comme des Garçons

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Tartan wool and floral printed cotton dress with rushing and asymmetrical raw hem designed by Comme Des Garcons dating to Fall 2006. Labeled a Japanese size 'M'. Approximate measure...

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Evening Dresses and Gowns

Rare 1970's Yves Saint Laurent Tartan Off the Shoulder Silk Blouse and Skirt
Rare 1970's Yves Saint Laurent Tartan Off the Shoulder Silk Blouse and Skirt

Rare 1970's Yves Saint Laurent Tartan Off the Shoulder Silk Blouse and Skirt

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Rare late 1970's Saint Laurent Rive Gauche tartan plaid silk blouse and skirt. Blouse features 3 large gold buttons and is off the shoulders. Skirt is high-waisted with a thick ruffl...

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1970s French Evening Dresses

Vintage Byron Lars Tartan Plaid Tie Bow Shirt Dress
Vintage Byron Lars Tartan Plaid Tie Bow Shirt Dress

Vintage Byron Lars Tartan Plaid Tie Bow Shirt Dress

By Byron Lars

Located in San Diego, CA

Amazing vintage Byron Lars tartan plaid shirt dress. Chic ties at each cuff. In great condition.m

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1990s American Cocktail Dresses

Ralph Lauren Silk Sleeveless Shirt and Maxi Skirt Set Brown Tartan
Ralph Lauren Silk Sleeveless Shirt and Maxi Skirt Set Brown Tartan

Ralph Lauren Silk Sleeveless Shirt and Maxi Skirt Set Brown Tartan

By Ralph Lauren

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Ralph Lauren Silk Sleeveless Shirt and Maxi Skirt Set Brown Tartan. With a tie-neck accent serves as the focal point of this glamorous sleeveless shirt and maxi skirt set. Brown tart...

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Late 20th Century Cocktail Dresses

Y2k Avant Guard MOSCHINO Kilt Strapless Red Tartan Pleated Bustier Dress
Y2k Avant Guard MOSCHINO Kilt Strapless Red Tartan Pleated Bustier Dress

Y2k Avant Guard MOSCHINO Kilt Strapless Red Tartan Pleated Bustier Dress

By Moschino

Located in Sheffield, GB

Fun Vintage 2000's MOSCHINO 'Cheap & Chic' Label strapless avant guard Kilt Dress. This beautiful, Bustier style pleated Kilt Dress is crafted from Red Tartan Wool with Black leathe...

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Early 2000s European Cocktail Dresses

Chic 1950s Vintage Henri Bendel Pret a Porter Green Tartan Plaid Wool Dress
Chic 1950s Vintage Henri Bendel Pret a Porter Green Tartan Plaid Wool Dress

Chic 1950s Vintage Henri Bendel Pret a Porter Green Tartan Plaid Wool Dress

By Henri Bendel

Located in San Diego, CA

Chic 1950s Henri Bendel "Pret-a-Porter" tartan plaid dress! Lightweight, super SOFT wool. Classic plaid, with hues of green, black, yellow and white. Intricate black silk embroidered...

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1950s French Cocktail Dresses

1960s Galanos Emerald Green Tartan Gown with Beaded Bodice
1960s Galanos Emerald Green Tartan Gown with Beaded Bodice

1960s Galanos Emerald Green Tartan Gown with Beaded Bodice

By Galanos, James Galanos

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A beautiful evening gown from renowned American designer James Galanos.

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1960s American Evening Gowns

1980s Emanuel Ungaro Velvet and Tartan Vintage Dress
1980s Emanuel Ungaro Velvet and Tartan Vintage Dress

1980s Emanuel Ungaro Velvet and Tartan Vintage Dress

By Emanuel Ungaro

Located in Lugo (RA), IT

Eye-catching Emanuel Ungaro black silk blend dress with contrasting tartan skirt. It features a deep V neckline with zip and tassel detail, long sleeves and a multicolor layered tart...

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1980s Evening Dresses and Gowns

1989 Isaac Mizrahi Vintage Tartan Plaid Strapless Cashmere Kilt Runway Dress
1989 Isaac Mizrahi Vintage Tartan Plaid Strapless Cashmere Kilt Runway Dress

1989 Isaac Mizrahi Vintage Tartan Plaid Strapless Cashmere Kilt Runway Dress

By Isaac Mizrahi

Located in Portland, OR

When interviewed by Bomb Magazine, Isaac Mizrahi said this about using tartan plaid for an evening gown: "They’re classic symbols.

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1980s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Simone Rocha Red Tartan Georgette Ribbon Detail Dress - Size US 8
Simone Rocha Red Tartan Georgette Ribbon Detail Dress - Size US 8

Simone Rocha Red Tartan Georgette Ribbon Detail Dress - Size US 8

By Simone Rocha

Located in London, GB

Simone Rocha Red Tartan Georgette Dress - Round neck - Sleeveless - Signature oversized bow trim - Concealed back zip - Side slip pockets Materials: - 100% Polyester Dry clean ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses and Gowns

Comme Des Garcons Deconstructed Tartan Dress
Comme Des Garcons Deconstructed Tartan Dress

Comme Des Garcons Deconstructed Tartan Dress

By Comme des Garçons

Located in Brunswick West, Victoria

Dress designed by Junya Watanabe for Comme Des Garcons 2011 collection. The outer layer is made of a red tartan wool fabric, and there is an inside layer of sheer polyester. Halter...

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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Cocktail Dresses

D&G Tartan Dress with Denim Pockets
D&G Tartan Dress with Denim Pockets

D&G Tartan Dress with Denim Pockets

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a wool tartan dress by D&G. It features denim straps and two denim back pockets. Satin lined and features an attached satin bra.

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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

Victor Costa Vintage Strapless Dress in Black & White Tartan Plaid & Velvet
Victor Costa Vintage Strapless Dress in Black & White Tartan Plaid & Velvet

Victor Costa Vintage Strapless Dress in Black & White Tartan Plaid & Velvet

By Victor Costa

Located in Portland, OR

This is a terrific black and white tartan plaid taffeta party dress from Victor Costa. I have always loved Victor Costa dresses and this one, from the 1980’s is really wonderful and...

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1980s American Cocktail Dresses

A 1970s Vintage Lanvin Colourfull Tartan Wool Coat Dress
A 1970s Vintage Lanvin Colourfull Tartan Wool Coat Dress

A 1970s Vintage Lanvin Colourfull Tartan Wool Coat Dress

By Lanvin Paris

Located in Copenhagen, DK

A colorful 1970s Lanvin bright pink and lime green tartan wool coat dress consisting of a fitted top and floor-length skirt. The dress has a full front button closure and a matching ...

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1970s French Maxi Dress

1980s Byblos Black Velvet and Multicolor Tartan Dress
1980s Byblos Black Velvet and Multicolor Tartan Dress

1980s Byblos Black Velvet and Multicolor Tartan Dress

By Byblos

Located in Lugo (RA), IT

Jaunty sleeveless off-the shoulders dress by Byblos with a black velvet V bodice, and a wide, soft tartan skirt in blue, green, black and red. The bodice is reinforced with flexible ...

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1980s Evening Dresses and Gowns

1989 Isaac Mizrahi Vintage Tartan Plaid Strapless Cashmere Kilt Runway Dress
1989 Isaac Mizrahi Vintage Tartan Plaid Strapless Cashmere Kilt Runway Dress

1989 Isaac Mizrahi Vintage Tartan Plaid Strapless Cashmere Kilt Runway Dress

By Isaac Mizrahi

Located in Portland, OR

When interviewed by Bomb Magazine, Isaac Mizrahi said this about using tartan plaid for an evening gown: "They’re classic symbols.

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1980s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

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Yellow Crochet 2-Piece Sun Suit w Strapless Bustier and Circle Skirt - M, 1950s

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Just the ticket for your summer in the South of France (along with espadrilles and a friend with a yacht). We love it with a cardigan slung over the shoulders, but try the skirt lay...

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By Guy Laroche

Located in San Diego, CA

1960s GUY LAROCHE Couture lipstick red virgin wool A-Line mini dress! The perfect alternative to a little black dress, this red gem is sure to stand out! Hand made, with the utmost a...

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1960s French Cocktail Dresses

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Chanel Spring 2007 Midnight Blue Crepe Chiffon Pleated Drop Waist Mini Dress

Chanel Spring 2007 Midnight Blue Crepe Chiffon Pleated Drop Waist Mini Dress

By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Sweet and sexy black mini dress from Chanel's Summer 2007 collection, as seen on the runway. Lagerfeld channels the roots of the house with the 1920s-style drop-waist and blouson dre...

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Beautiful Bill Blass Vintage Sz 6 / 8 Navy Blue Silk Satin 90s Gown + Shawl

By Bill Blass

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful 1990s BILL BLASS Couture navy blue silk satin strapless mermaid gown and matching shawl. Strapless bodice features a super soft silk velvet in navy. Interior support holds ...

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1990s American Evening Gowns

1990s Linda Segal Size 10 12 Red White Colorblock Pique Cotton Vintage 90s Dress
1990s Linda Segal Size 10 12 Red White Colorblock Pique Cotton Vintage 90s Dress

1990s Linda Segal Size 10 12 Red White Colorblock Pique Cotton Vintage 90s Dress

By Linda Segal

Located in San Diego, CA

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Unique Thespian Needlepoint Comedy and Tragedy Handbag c 1960

Located in University City, MO

Unique thespian needlepoint comedy and tragedy handbag The stylish large scale retro handbag is designed with comedy and tragedy mask on both exterior sides The theatrical ma...

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Roberto Cavalli 2000s Silk Tiger Print Bias-Cut Dress
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By Roberto Cavalli

Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH

A show-stopping vintage Roberto Cavalli dress, featuring the designer’s iconic tiger print, as seen on Cindy Crawford on the early 2000s runway. Crafted from fluid silk, this maxi dr...

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By Prada

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Italian luxury brand Prada has made a mark with their refined styles and classic reinventions. However, the namesake designer Miuccia Prada is no stranger to considering creative twi...

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2000’s Pink Hand Beaded & Sequinned Fuchsia Hot Pink Evening Dress

2000’s Pink Hand Beaded & Sequinned Fuchsia Hot Pink Evening Dress

Located in Sheffield, GB

A fabulous 2000’s Vintage hand sequinned and beaded embellished evening dress. Featuring spaghetti strap shoulders, scooped neckline, fitted silhouette, slit up the leg and floor len...

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Exotic Oyster Silk Embroidered Gown from India for Bonwit Teller c 1970

Exotic Oyster Silk Embroidered Gown from India for Bonwit Teller c 1970

Located in University City, MO

Exotic oyster silk embroidered gown from India for Bonwit Teller c 1970 The elegant vintage silk gown is embellished with elaborate floral embroidery that circles the hemline The i...

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Y2K Karl Lagerfeld Vintage Black Skirt with Sheer Mesh Overlay
Y2K Karl Lagerfeld Vintage Black Skirt with Sheer Mesh Overlay

Y2K Karl Lagerfeld Vintage Black Skirt with Sheer Mesh Overlay

By Karl Lagerfeld

Located in Sparks, NV

Karl Lagerfeld black skirt with a sheer mesh overlay. Simple and chic. Details: Fully Lined Back Zip and Button Closure Marked Size: 40 Estimated Size: Medium Color: Black ...

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By Roberto Cavalli

Located in Englishtown, NJ

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2000’s Hot Pink Fuchsia Snakeskin Print Long Ruffled Evening Dress

2000’s Hot Pink Fuchsia Snakeskin Print Long Ruffled Evening Dress

Located in Sheffield, GB

A sublime 2000’s Y2K patterned dress in a full length Snakeskin effect. With spaghetti straps, ruffle detail, fitted silhouette and floor length hem, with slit up the leg. The dress ...

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By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Early 2010's Azzedine Alaia sleeveless knit dress in a deep Bordeaux stretch viscose blend. Designed with a wide bateau neckline and a close-fitting bodice worked in a textured knit ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

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1990's THIERRY MUGLER persimmon dress with asymmetrical wrap

1990's THIERRY MUGLER persimmon dress with asymmetrical wrap

By Thierry Mugler

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Striking persimmon orange linen dress from the 1990's designed by Thierry Mugler. Designed with an asymmetric silhouette featuring a single delicate spaghetti strap on one side and a...

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1990s French Maxi Dress

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Tartan Evening Gown For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate vintage or contemporary tartan evening gown for your needs in our varied inventory. Many people prefer black, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find brown, gray and more options on these pages. Making the right choice when shopping for a tartan evening gown may mean looking at versions that date from different eras — you can find early iterations from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. An accessory like this designed by Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel and Oscar De La Renta — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured item — is worth considering.

How Much is a Tartan Evening Gown?

Prices for a tartan evening gown can differ depending upon size, designer and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $199 and can go as high as $4,500, while, on average they fetch $528.

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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