1950s Philip Hulitar Ivory and Black Velvet Pearl Encrusted Beaded Gown
By Philip Hulitar
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage Phillip Hulitar 1950s, ivory silk chiffon and black velvet cocktail dress is the
1950s Philip Hulitar Ivory and Black Velvet Pearl Encrusted Beaded Gown
By Philip Hulitar
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage Phillip Hulitar 1950s, ivory silk chiffon and black velvet cocktail dress is the
Vintage Quad Green Velvet Gown
Located in London, GB
A great vintage gown by Quad. The body of the dress is in green velvet with a low scoop neck
1930's Vintage Black Velvet Gown
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Step back in time with this captivating 1930s black velvet gown, exuding timeless elegance and
Vintage Donna Karan Silver Velvet Gown
By Donna Karan
Located in London, GB
A stunning vintage silver velvet gown by Donna Karan ( DKNY) for Bergdorf Goodman , New York. The
Vintage Green Velvet and Orange Print Gown
Located in London, GB
An easy to wear vintage gown. The dress has a green velvet top part with v cross over neckline. The
Vintage Bellville Sassoon Silk Velvet Evening Gown
By Bellville Sassoon
Located in London, GB
A great vintage gown by Bellville Sassoon. In a silk velvet paisley like print, the colours include
Vintage Ulrich Engler Couture Green Velvet Evening Gown
Located in London, GB
A stunning silk velvet couture evening gown by Ulrich Engler. In a wonderful Christmas tree green
Vintage 1995 Versace Black Velvet Runway Evening Gown
By Versace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a vintage Versace black velvet evening gown featuring a
Vintage Velvet and Silk Gown by Regamus London
By Regamus London
Located in London, GB
A great vintage gown by Regamus London. The gown has a black velvet top half with a sweetheart
$1,150
1930s Black Velvet Gown
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Beautiful vintage 30s velvet black dress with velvet devore on the sleeves. - cowl neck - velvet
Vintage Angela Gore Black Velvet and Lace Evening Gown
Located in London, GB
A great vintage gown for Fall by Angela Gore. The dress has a v neckline, with velvet and lace
Vintage 1970's Velvet and Silver Sequin Gown Size 4
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This vintage gown is composed of black velvet and features sequin accents. There is a center back
Dice Kayek Vintage Black Velvet Halter Evening Gown - 1990s
By DICE KAYEK
Located in Charenton-le-pont, FR
A rare and sophisticated evening gown from the early Parisian collections of Dice Kayek. This 1990s
Alexander McQueen Rare Vintage Black Velvet White Chiffon Dress Gown NEW
By Alexander McQueen, Valentino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Alexander McQueen 2009 romantic fantasy holiday gown. Strapless bodice fashioned of rich black
$950Sale Price|36% Off
Vintage 80"s Black Velvet and Pink Taffeta Gown - 4
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage 80"s black velvet top with crystals, and pink taffeta bottom. Length 46", bust
Vintage Embroidered Velvet Evening Two Pieces Gown Vest Skirt and Shawl
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Magnificent 1980s vintage embroidered silk velvet evening two pieces gown, vest and skirt The
Beautiful Vintage Richilene 1970s Black Silk Velvet + Nude Lace Chiffon Gown
By Richilene, Richilene NY
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful late 70s RICHILENE for NEIMAN MARCUS black silk velvet and nude lace chiffon full length
Remarkable Vintage Oscar de la Renta Black Velvet & Chiffon Grecian Gown
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in San Diego, CA
Absolutely remarkable vintage Oscar de la Renta gown! Beautiful black silk velvet skirt, with a
$1,265Sale Price|24% Off
Sensational 1950s Demi Couture Crimson Red Crushed Velvet Vintage Mermaid Gown
Located in San Diego, CA
Sensational 50s demi couture crimson red crushed velvet full length mermaid evening dress! Features
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
Bill Blass F/W1983 Black Silver Metallic Velvet 1980s Evening Gown Vintage Dress
By Bill Blass
Located in San Diego, CA
gown, black silver velvet gown, vintage metallic velvet dress, reptile texture gown, American designer
Gianni Versace F/W 1995 Runway Vintage Velvet Black Maxi Dress Gown
By Gianni Versace
Located in Naples, FL
Gianni Versace F/W 1995 Runway Vintage Velvet Black Maxi Dress Gown IT 40 Look 59 from the Fall
Vintage Bob Mackie Size 14 Black Velvet 1990s Sleeveless Sweetheart 90s Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage 90s BOB MACKIE black velvet sleeveless evening gown! Features a flattering satin
Vintage c. 1986 Yves Saint Laurent Couture Crushed Velvet Numbered Dress Gown
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Montgomery, TX
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Twinkly Anthracite Dress Gown C. 1986, Label N - 60253 Can
$600Sale Price|33% Off
Vintage Arnold Scaasi Black Velvet Evening Gown w/Red Sequin Floral Pattern
By Arnold Scaasi
Located in Studio City, CA
1980's Arnold Scaasi black velvet strapless evening gown with allover red sequin floral print. In
1960s Hunter Forest Green Silk Velvet Rhinestone Vintage 60s Gown Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Demi Couture hunter / forest green silk velvet sleeveless evening gown! Tailored bodice with
DICE KAYEK FRANCE Vintage Brown Velvet Gown with Satin Trim Size 8
By DICE KAYEK
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Dice Kayek design is composed of a brown velvet and features a satin trim. There is a large
Victor Costa Vintage 1980s Navy Velvet Blue Satin Sheer Neckline Ball Gown XS
By Victor Costa
Located in North Attleboro, MA
Absolutely stunning Victor Costa vintage evening gown! The dress is a super-soft, deep navy velvet
Vintage black brown floral velvet beaded backless bias slip dress gown M - L
Located in Milano, Lombardia
late 90's. A floor length floral velvet gown that cut on the bias it fits the body beautifully
Vintage Richilene Size 12 / 14 Silk Chiffon Cut Velvet Long Sleeve Evening Gown
By Richilene
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage larger size RICHILENE long sleeve silk chiffon / cut velvet evening gown
Ceil Chapman Off Shoulder Silk Velvet Vintage Gown Black Dress Circa 1950s SM
By Ceil Chapman
Located in North Attleboro, MA
Simply gorgeous 1950's Ceil Chapman black velvet off-the-shoulder gown! Ceil Chapman was one of
Bob Mackie Black Evening Gown With Velvet & Beaded Trim
By Bob Mackie
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This stunning Bob Mackie black evening gown epitomizes 80s glamour with its luxurious velvet and
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
Chanel Vintage S/S1997 Green Sequin Embellished Velvet Dress Gown Jacket 97P Set
By Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
This luxurious ensemble is crafted from lush lime-green velvet and adorned with shimmering clear
Vintage Liancarlo Couture Size 10 Black Off Shoulder Silk Velvet Burn Out Gown
By Liancarlo, Liancarlo Couture
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous 1990s LIANCARLO COUTURE black silk chiffon and lightweight silk velvet burnout evening
Lanvin Haute Couture 1980s Velvet Bias Cut Black Gown
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the Lanvin Haute Couture 1980s Velvet Bias Cut Black Gown, a breathtaking masterpiece
1990s Giorgio Armani Size 6 / 8 Vintage Crimson Red Merlot 90s Silk Velvet Gown
By Giorgio Armani
Located in San Diego, CA
Insanely beautiful 1990s GIORGIO ARMANI COLLEZIONI crimson red silk velvet full length evening
Bob Mackie Vintage Elegant Black and Nude Velvet and Lace Evening Gown Size 4
By Bob Mackie
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
Bob Mackie - Timeless and elegant best describes this black velvet evening gown with nude and black
Beautiful Vintage Oscar de la Renta Size 8 Hunter Green Velvet Two Piece Gown
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage OSCAR DE LA RENTA 1990s hunter forest green silk velvet long sleeve top and wrap
Stunning Vintage Oscar de la Renta Hunter Forest Green Velvet Silk Damask Gown 8
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning vintage OSCAR DE LA RENTA Couture Victorian inspired Size 8 forest hunter green velvet and
Badgley Mischka Silver Velvet Evening Gown With Skin Straps And Beading 1997
By Badgley Mischka
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection is excited to offer a vintage Badgley Mischka silver velvet evening gown with skin
Leonard Paris 1970 Luxury Couture Maxi Dress 70s Silk Velvet Gown
By Leonard of Paris
Located in Berlin, BE
Devine Evening Dress, Leonard Paris 1970 Luxurious vintage couture gown amde of high quality silk
F/W 1993 Thierry Mugler Black Velvet Sheer Mesh Cutout Gown
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Concord, NC
This Thierry Mugler Fall Winter 1993 dress is a striking vintage piece that embodies the designer’s
Maison Martin Margiela Black Velvet Sleeveless Evening Gown W Selvage Edges 2000
By Maison Martin Margiela
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a vintage Maison Martin Margiela black velvet gown
Vintage 1940s Black Velvet Dress
Located in London, GB
A stunning vintage black velvet gown. The dress has a sweetheart neckline, with gathering at the
Bill Blass Red & Black Satin Evening Gown w/Illusion Top & Velvet Band
By Bill Blass
Located in Studio City, CA
Vintage Bill Blass evening gown with black long sleeved illusion bodice, black velvet modesty band
Black Silk Velvet Imperialist Chandelier Bead and Passementerie Gown–XS-S, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
A gown that would be right at home sledding through the steppes or attending the Mariinsky Theater
Vintage 1920s Printed Velvet Dress
Located in London, GB
A pretty vintage velvet dress from the 1920s. The dress has a black background with cherry like
Vintage Blue Silk Velvet Dress
Located in London, GB
A wonderful vintage dress in a vibrant blue silk velvet. The dress has a v neckline, popper
Vintage Velvet Dress by Jinty
By JINTY
Located in London, GB
A great vintage dress by Jinty. It has a v neckline and backline.
Vintage Nina Ricci Velvet Dress, 1980s
By Nina Ricci
Located in New York, NY
An exquisite vintage demi couture evening gown from the 1980s by Nina Ricci. Beautifully
Jil Sander Vintage Velvet Effect Dress
By Jil Sander
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Jil Sander Vintage Velvet Effect Dress Chiffon midi dress with velvet flowers. Long sleeves and
Vintage Deborah Newall for Harrods Velvet Pinafore
By Harrods
Located in London, GB
A vintage velvet pinafore by Deborah Newall for Harrods. In a brown velvet, the dress has a scoop
Nina Ricci Spring 2013 Hot Pink Gown Lace Back Velvet Bow Dress Size 34 2 / 4
By Nina Ricci
Located in San Diego, CA
waterfall of draped jersey, all tied together with a luxurious black velvet bow at the hip. This gown was
Vintage Peter Robinson Sky Blue Velvet Dress
Located in London, GB
A fun vintage velvet dress by Peter Robinson. The dress is 1940s style. with short sleaves and a
Vintage 1920s Silk Velvet and Lace Dress
Located in London, GB
A pretty dress from the 1920s in a rust /gold colour silk velvet and biscuit colour lace. The
Vintage Brown Velvet Party Dress with Drop Waist
Located in London, GB
A fun vintage party dress in an attractive brown velvet. The dress has a drop waist, and frill
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.