Used Formal Dresses

Simple but chic black maxi dress by Krizia featuring a braided silk bodice, sweetheart bustline, and spaghetti straps. 20" Front slit. DETAILS Zip + Snap Closure Fully lined i...

Here, they are incorporated with elegance, signaling the growing influence of practicality on formal dress during the 1940s. Unlabeled, but expertly made, this gown speaks to the ma...

Circa 1960-1965 France Cocktail or formal dress in polka-dot silk satin from an unidentified Couture studio, dating from the 1960s.

Fabulous and fun with subtle fading. 1930S Black & Purple Cotton Ruffle Sleeved “Breakfast Formals” House Dress

Oscar De La Renta Floral Formal Black Dress US Size 6 Zipper Closure with Hook and Eye 100% Silk

A well-cast small bronze of a gentleman formally dressed in a waistcoat, wearing a bowtie and holding what appears to be a baton in his right hand.

This truly breathtaking 1960's lemon silk chiffon Mike Benet gown, embellished with trailing silver glass beads, in an undulating and abstract pattern, is the perfect statement piec...

Gorgeous silk fabric! Vintage 1960s cocktail dress with a vibrant floral print and front ruffle detail. Details: Fully Lined Back Zip and Hook Closure Estimated Size: Small Color: ...

For a formal special event, this 1980s maxi dress sleeveless gown by American designer Victor Costa features glamorous glossy red satin that is gathered, ruched and topstitched in bo...

Mightychic offers a rare and vintage Giorgio Armani gown so divinely exquisite that it can take you from the Red Carpet to the White House. Breathtaking and the epitome of the Giorgi...

Entirely hand-sewn in Japan, the kimono is fully lined in rich red silk, reflecting the meticulous construction reserved for formal bridal garments and ceremonial dress. Today it is ...

Crafted in rich black velvet, this dramatic formal dress is designed with striking embellished long sleeves and a plunging open back that gives the silhouette an elegant, seductive e...

This striking 1960 gown by Mike Benet features vibrant cherry red fabric that commands attention. Pearl and bead embellishments delicately accentuate the neckline and underbust, addi...

Incredible vintage 1970s one shoulder black sequin silk Grecian inspired Toga evening dress! Features thousands of hand-sewn sequins and beads throughout the entire bodice. Soft blac...

Details • Designer: Bill Blass • Collection: Fall/Winter 1983 • Era: 1980s • Fabric: Black and silver metallic velvet (textured reptile-effect) • Silhouette: Blouson bodice, ela...

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Charming young Debutantes crowned with tiaras lift their elaborate formal dresses off the asphalt as they cross a busy Times Square intersection.

Copy of classical painting showing interior of Paris Opera House boxes full of Royals in formal dress.

Whether worn for casual daywear or formal evening occasions, this dress is a versatile and sophisticated piece that remains relevant and stylish today.

Fabulous vintage 80s MIKE BENET black taffeta strapless bustle gown! Features a ruched boned bodice with sparkly rhinestones at center. Bustle style pouf skirt leads to an elegant lo...

Exceptional 1970s lipstick red MIKE BENET chiffon gown! Grecian Goddess style, with asymmetrical layers of red chiffon throughout. Amazing movement, with heavy attention to detail. F...

Lovely new interpretation of the timeless Chanel classic little black dress A true Chanel signature piece that will last for many years So versatile - dress it up with a slip dress f...

Perfect for both casual and more formal occasions, the Leo Midi Dress offers a versatile and timeless option for any wardrobe.

Vintage orange suit designed by Gianni Versace in the 1970s, of fine Italian manufacture. Inside is the original label. The suit consists of two pieces: jacket and skirt made entirel...

The mini length is youthful and contemporary, suitable for both casual and formal settings. As a dress, it can be paired with heels or boots for an elegant look.

Perfect for cocktail parties or formal events, this dress strikes the ideal balance between style, comfort, and versatility.

Brilliant yellow dress designed by Gianni Versace in the 1970s, of fine Italian manufacture. The original label is present inside. The dress consists of two pieces: jacket and skirt....

It would make a fabulous hostess dress on more formal occasions and is versatile enough to be paired with boots and a furry coat for a truly 70s winter look.

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The concealed zippers maintain a sleek silhouette while allowing subtle versatility. A perfect dress for both formal occasions and elegant evenings.

At its peak, the house of Villa & C produced high-quality cocktail dresses and formal wear which are now much sought after by collectors This dress is so elegant.

This heavy bronze depicts a muscular stallion and a formally dressed rider from the Spanish Horse Riding School based in Vienna.

Perfect for a party or formal evening event, this glamorous dress is both grown up yet playful.

France Majestic evening or formal long dress in scarlet silk chiffon by Maison Alexis de Fursac in Paris from the 1990s.

With its pale colour and classic princess silhouette, this would make a wonderful alternative wedding dress or a formal occasion. In excellent vintage condition, with no stains or fa...

A pair of Vintage 14K White Gold Trillion Cut Aquamarine Cufflinks and matched tie-tack (slightly smaller), men's formal dress accessories. Cufflink and tie tack consists of blue aqu...

This piece beautifully bridges bohemian maxi dress and formal evening gown, making it highly versatile for collectors and modern wearers alike.

An accompanying belt of the same fabric may be worn cinched at the waist for extra definition, giving this dress a more formal feel. The double layer, knife-pleated skirt creates ...

Unusual Window Seat or Hall Bench with Carved Elephants This is a lovely piece, the bench has a long plank seat with a carved edge set on the backs of 2 handsome elephants, the elep...

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From cocktails to dinner parties to more formal evening events, this dress carries an undeniable intrigue.

The oval paintings are each 4” by 5.5” Napoleon is painted in full military formal dress and Josephine is painted in formal attire with diamond crown.

A third-generation designer, Aida founded the company in Los Angeles, and the brand is known for glamorous, feminine, and elegant gowns for special occasions, including red-carpet ev...

Ideal for cocktail events, weddings, or formal evenings, this dress is a classic statement in a standout jewel tone.

This gorgeous creation is timelessly elegant and would be perfect for any formal event. Features of the dress include: * Lush, rich black silk velvet; wonderfully soft to the touch ...

From lunch with the girls (or the boss) to cocktails after five, this versatile dress from Dolce&Gabbana will take you to just about every occasion that isn’t formal.

This attractive 1960s cocktail dress by high end designer Marcel Fenez lends itself effortlessly as occasion wear, formal or otherwise.

Pamela Dennis dress, Pamela Dennis New York, vintage Pamela Dennis, gold metallic dress, metallic lace dress, linked metal lace, hooded evening dress, hooded cocktail dress, gold caf...

The brand used couture fabrics to create high-end ready-to-wear clothing and Princess Diana wore several of his designs for formal events. This elegant dress is tailored from a flu...

Very reminiscent of the 60s. It can be dressed up for formal events or styled more playfully for a modern evening out.

The rather stern looking husband is formally dressed, facing to his left and is shown with his dark groomed moustache and beard below a receding hairline.

This very fine pastel study by John Cundy takes you back in time to a joyous scene from the Victorian period. Crowds of formally dressed beach goers can be seen in the centre of the ...

The pure silk fabric is black with a vibrant red linear floral design of a dynamic that lends itself effortlessly to occasion wear, formal or otherwise. The dress is a simple shift c...

Its exclusive Plaza Suite line was specifically created to offer high-end, formal dress hats for special occasions and cocktail attire.

Their classic shirt-stud format reflects a period style of formal dress and offers particular appeal to collectors of antique English jewelry and vintage men’s accessories.

Carved marble portrait bust depicting a formally dressed gentleman with closely cropped hair, prominent moustache, and short beard.

O/6958 - London Fashion Top Hat, fine quality - black velvet, expressly made for Desfrançois - Liège - 1900 about For formal dress, evening wear, horse riding, dressage or hu...

This beautiful painting depicts Italian ruins with what appears to be peasants being supervised by formally dressed men on horseback. The mountains and horizon in the background disp...

Chinese Mandarin in Winter Court Dress, Antique Print, Jefferys 1749 This refined mid-18th century engraving depicts a Chinese Mandarin in winter attire, illustrating the formal dre...