Dolce & Gabbana black floral velvet evening dress, fw 1996
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in London, GB
Dolce & Gabbana black floral velvet evening dress. Adjustable bra straps, cut out under the bust and invisible zip fastening.
Dolce & Gabbana black floral velvet evening dress, fw 1996
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in London, GB
Dolce & Gabbana black floral velvet evening dress. Adjustable bra straps, cut out under the bust and invisible zip fastening.
Roberto Cavalli F/W 2006 Plunging Neckline Embellished Velvet Evening Dress Gown
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Roberto Cavalli F/W 2006 Plunging Neckline Embellished Velvet Evening Dress Gown Size IT 40
Deep blue silk velvet evening dress with bow Circa 1930's
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Deep blue silk velvet evening dress with bow . Velvet button and buttonhole closure on the middle back.
Black velvet evening dress with sleeves and neckline in lace Fernando SANCHEZ
By Fernando Sanchez
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black velvet evening dress with sleeves and neckline in lace.
Lanvin Black Velvet Evening Dress
By Lanvin Paris
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Lanvin - (Made in France) Black velvet dress ornamented with lace and embroidered with black pearls. 42FR size indicated. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dim...
GIVENCHY c.1990's Haute Couture Fuchsia Pink Leopard Print Velvet Evening Dress
By Givenchy
Located in Thiensville, WI
DESCRIPTION: GIVENCHY c.1990's Haute Couture Fuchsia Pink Leopard Print Velvet Evening Dress Circa: c.1990’s Label(s): Givenchy; 72310 (Haute Couture number) Designer: Hubert de Gi...
An Yves Saint Laurent Couture Velvet Evening Dress, Fall 1982
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Toulon, FR
Slashed train dress with anthracite gray velvet and silver lurex.
Gianfranco Ferre embroidered tulle and velvet evening dress, fw 1998
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in London, GB
Gianfranco Ferré couture embroidered tulle evening gown, WITH metal-strip worked crescent moon, stars and arabesques, skirt with velvet central front panel and trained hem and concea...
George Halley Coffee and Cream Colored Feather Printed Velvet Evening Dress
By George Halley
Located in New Hope, PA
New York Designer George Halley used a lovely cotton velvet with an ombré mocha colored background and a creamy beige feather print for this 1970's evening dress.
Vintage 1930s Grecian Inspired Crushed Velvet Evening Dress Burnt Orange - Sz 4
Located in Kingston, NY
A stunning late 1930s Grecian-inspired evening gown fashioned from luxurious velvet. This richly hued dark orange gown captures the romantic drape and drama of the era, with its flui...
Rare Yves Saint Laurent Jeweled Velvet Evening Dress in Book Collectors Museum
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Los Angeles, CA
In addition to all the fashion magazines it is also featured in Tom Ford's book "Tom Ford" in a full page spread. This iconic evening dress is now considered museum worthy and a co...
John Galliano black bias-cut velvet evening dress with train, ss 2003
By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
▪ John Galliano evening dress ▪ Spring-Summer 2003 ▪ Constructed from bias-cut black cut-velvet with floral motifs ▪ Crystal shoulder straps ▪ Floor-length skirt with train ▪ FR 42...
Art Deco Sonia Delaunay Style Black Voided Velvet Evening Dress, Levine & Smith
Located in Sharon, CT
In the manner of Sonia Delaunay. e xciting voided Deco pattern throughout Velvet edging at the neckline and sleeve ends. Tied velvet belt with loops. Zipper in back and two pocket...
Oscar de la Renta Exotic Printed & Silver Stenciled Silk Velvet Evening Dress 8
By Oscar De La Renta, Oscar de la Renta Active
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Oscar de la Renta exotic printed burgundy and silver stenciled silk velvet belted evening dress from the mid 1990s. Absolutely gorgeous gown in an exotic silk velvet print which has ...
A Maggy Rouff Haute Couture black satin and velvet Evening Dress, Circa 1935
By Maggy Rouff
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1935 France Haute Couture Evening Dress Haute Couture Maggy Rouff in black satin and velvet from 1935.
Vivienne Westwood bronze stretch-velvet and gold foil printed dress, fw 1990
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in London, GB
▪ Vivienne Westwood bronze stretch-velvet evening dress ▪ Gold foil neoclassical print inspired by Andre-Charles Boulle ▪ Concealed zipper at center-back ▪ Size Medium ▪ Fall-Winter...
Circa 1922 ADAIR Paris Black Silk Velvet Beaded Evening Flapper Dress Size XL
Located in Thiensville, WI
Fifth Avenue black silk velvet evening dress. Classically inspired beading.
YVES SAINT LAURENT A/W 2000 YSL Black Lame Velvet Cocktail Evening Dress
By Alber Elbaz, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Thiensville, WI
Yves Saint Laurent Autumn/Winter 2000 black metallic lame velvet evening dress. Runway look #51. Long dolman sleeves.
Balmain dress Haute Couture Fall-Winter 1984
By Balmain
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
BALMAIN - (Made in France) Pleated black silk and velvet evening dress partially embroidered with pearls and sequins.
Long burgundy velvet dévoré evening dress JUST CAVALLI
By Just Cavalli
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Long burgundy velvet dévoré evening dress. Main fabric composition: 65% polyester, 30% nylon, 5% stretch. 2nd fabric (Belt) 92% rayon, 8% stretch.
Grey silk velvet and coated velvet asymmetrical Evening dress Emmanuelle Khanh
By Emmanuelle Khanh
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Grey silk velvet and coated velvet asymmetrical evening dress.
Backless evening dress in velvet and dévoré paisley velvet Roberto Cavalli
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Backless evening dress in velvet and dévoré paisley velvet.
Haute Couture Black Velvet Pierre Balmain Evening Dress
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Beautiful cocktail dress in black velvet with silk tulle on the shoulder . Haute couture by Pierre Balmain Paris, numbered under the tag, Pierre Balmain was born on May 18, 1914 in...
Asymmetrical velvet dévoré evening dress Guiseppe di Morabito NEW
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Asymmetrical velvet dévoré evening dress with animal pattern. Main fabric composition: 60% rayon, 40% silk.
Damask evening dress with black velvet neckline Lydia Carlton
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Damask evening dress with black velvet neckline. Main fabric composition: 25% wool, 65% acetate, 10% polyamide.
Black velvet and gold lace evening dress Lecoanet Hémant
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black velvet and gold lace evening dress. Cut work velvet appliqué with black passementerie edge.
$3,295Sale Price|20% Off
Valentino Important Evening Dress in Black Velvet and Silk
By Valentino
Located in Milano, IT
Important and very elegant evening dress designed by the great Valentino in the 1990s.
Black velvet asymmetrical evening dress with cut-work ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER
By Alexandre Vauthier
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black velvet asymmetrical evening dress with cut-work .
Black velvet and blue taffetas asymmetrical evening dress DANIEL ROLAND
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black velvet and blue taffetas asymmetrical evening dress.
Black evening dress in velvet and silk velvet dévoré Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black evening dress in velvet and silk velvet dévoré. Rayon lining inside the top part of the dress.
Black velvet and jersey evening dress with rhinestone Valentino Boutique
By Valentino
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black velvet and jersey evening dress with rhinestone embellishment.
Evening dress in black velvet and rooster feathers Ann Green
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Evening dress in black velvet and rooster feather.
FW 1995 Valentino Velvet and Silk Evening Dress
By Valentino, Valentino Garavani
Located in Marlborough, GB
Valentino black velvet and silk strapless evening dress, Fall Winter 1995 Modelled by Carla Bruni on the runway with the addition of a bow at bodice, and a belt at waist — these deta...
Black velvet and check pattern acetate evening dress GIVENCHY Nouvelle Boutique
By Givenchy Nouvelle Boutique
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black velvet and check pattern acetate evening dress. Velvet composition: 100% rayon. 2nd fabric composition: 98% acetate, 2% lurex.
Long evening dress with embroidered on lace and velvet back Chanel
By Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Long evening dress with embroidered on lace and velvet back.
Long evening bustier dress in tulle with velvet appliqué Circa 1930
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Long evening bustier dress in tulle with velvet appliqué and sequin and beads embroidered.
Black evening dress in silk velvet, lace and satin Fontana Couture
By Fontana
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black evening dress in silk velvet, lace and satin. Draped on the bust with black silk satin fabric and attached behind the neck.
Adele Simpson Vintage Black Velvet and Silk Evening Dress - circa 1980s
By Adele Simpson
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Adele Simpson Vintage Black Velvet and Silk Evening Dress - circa 1980s. This black vintage dress has a sweetheart neckline, a velvet bodice, quilted silk long sleeves, shoulder pads...
$1,098Sale Price|21% Off
Vintage Bill Blass Black Velvet Gold Metallic Halter Strapless Evening Dress
By Bill Blass
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Presumably from the late 80s/early 90s, this Blass evening dress is done in a gold lamé and silk blend and a black velvet bodice for a glamorous and sophisticated color combination.
Black velvet, lace, tulle and red satin belt evening dress DANIEL ROLAND
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black velvet, lace, tulle and red satin belt evening dress.
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.
Bustier evening dress made of sequin, velvet and striped Jessica Mc Clintock
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Bustier evening dress made of sequin, black velvet , beads and striped fabric.
Black velvet backless evening dress with bow on the shoulder Christian Dior
By Christian Dior
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black velvet backless evening dress with bow on the shoulder.
Atelier Versace black silk velvet devoré cowl neck evening dress, fw 1999
By Gianni Versace, Versace
Located in London, GB
▪ Atelier Versace black silk velvet devoré calf-length evening dress ▪ Cowl neck ▪ Bias cut ▪ Turquoise bead trim ▪ Leg slit ▪ Concealed zipper at the side seam ▪ This dress is th...
Giorgio Armani Pink Floral Velvet-Devoré Spaghetti Strap Evening Dress, FW 1996
By Giorgio Armani
Located in London, GB
Evening dress designed by Giorgio Armani for the Fall-Winter 1996 collection, most likely a boutique-exclusive design.
Roberto Cavalli Neon Green Velvet & Fur Evening Dress & Cape Ensemble FW 1999
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in London, GB
▪ Brand: Roberto Cavalli ▪ Creative Director: Roberto Cavalli ▪ Collection: Fall-Winter 1999 ▪ Fabric: Rabbit, Shearling, Silk, Velvet ▪ Size: Small ▪ Made in: Italy ▪ Condition: Exc...
1970s Yves Saint Laurent Black Velvet Wrap Evening Dress with Ruffle Trim
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Absolutely breathtaking Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche wrap style maxi evening dress from the 1970s. Black velvet with a lovely silk taffeta textured, pleated ruffle trim at the neck...
Mugler Velvet Dress
By Mugler, Thierry Mugler
Located in Bressanone, Trentino-Alto Adige
Mugler dress in velvet color turquoise, size S. Condition: Really good. Packing/accessories: Hanger.
$1,166
Mugler Velvet Dress
By Thierry Mugler, Mugler
Located in Bressanone, Trentino-Alto Adige
Mugler dress in velvet color turquoise, size S. Condition: Really good. Packing/accessories: Hanger.
A Nicole Groult / Paul Poiret Evening Dress in Velvet and Rhinestones Circa 1935
By Paul Poiret
Located in Toulon, FR
Sleeveless dress in carmine red silk velvet underlined with Swarovski rhinestone embroidery with Indian palm leaves.
Bill Blass F/W1983 Black Silver Metallic Velvet 1980s Evening Gown Vintage Dress
By Bill Blass
Located in San Diego, CA
Details • Designer: Bill Blass • Collection: Fall/Winter 1983 • Era: 1980s • Fabric: Black and silver metallic velvet (textured reptile-effect) • Silhouette: Blouson bodice, ela...
Blumarine 1991 Black Velvet Strapless Evening Dress with Red Roses
By Blumarine
Located in Atlanta, GA
A romantic and richly textured Fall/Winter 1991 strapless evening dress that captures the opulent floral drama synonymous with early-1990s formalwear.
Tom Ford copper sequin and velvet multi panelled evening maxi dress, fw 2015
By Tom Ford
Located in London, GB
▪ Tom Ford copper sequin evening maxi dress ▪ Undulating velvet and silk panels ▪ Cut outs at shoulders ▪ High leg slit at centre back ▪ IT 38 - FR 34 - UK 6 - US 2 ▪ Fall-Winter 2015
Long bustier evening dress in black velvet and printed cotton
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Long bustier evening dress in black velvet and printed cotton
BARNETT c.1910's Rose Pink & Black Silk Velvet Sleeveless Peplum Evening Dress
Located in Thiensville, WI
DESCRIPTION: BARNETT c.1910's Rose Pink & Black Silk Velvet Sleeveless Peplum Evening Dress Circa: c.1910's Edwardian / 1920's Flapper Label(s): Barnett Style: Peplum dress Color...
Evening dress in satin and velvet by Gérard Pipart for Nina Ricci - Paris Circa
By Nina Ricci, Gerard Pipart
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1987-1990 France Elegant long evening dress in satin and velvet by the House of Nina Ricci directed by Gérard Pipart in the glamorous style of the late 1980s.
GERMAINE MONTEIL c.1930s Black Silk Velvet Belted Floral Lace Evening Dress Gown
Located in Thiensville, WI
Rare vintage Germaine Monteil c.1930's black silk velvet belted floral lace evening gown. Long dolman sleeves with six covered button detail and four concealed snap closures at cuffs...
New ETRO Runway Multi Color Velvet Open Back Evening Dress Gown 40 - US 6
By Etro
Located in Montgomery, TX
New ETRO Multi Color Printed Velvet Dress Gown with Open Back. Italian Size 40 - US 6 Composition – Viscose, Silk, Velvet. Silk Lining, Zip at Cuffs. Measurements: Length - 63 inch...
$334Sale Price|20% Off
Moschino black velvet dress
By Moschino
Located in Capri, IT
Moschino black velvet dress Totally made in italy in size 42 Composition: polyester
Blue Silk Velvet Dress by Annoushka Hempel
Located in London, GB
A chic and luxurious silk velvet dress by Annoushka Hempel. In a wonderful soft fabric, the dress has a square neckline, cap sleaves and small shoulder pads that could be removed. i...
1980s Givenchy Silk Velvet Evening Dress
By Givenchy
Located in New York City, NY
Givenchy black silk velvet evening dress. Stunningly classic 1980’s with large puff satin sleeves accented with black dyed mink pom-poms.
Gianni Versace Istante Crushed Velvet Evening Dress Fall 1997
By Gianni Versace
Located in Athens, Agia Paraskevi
Gianni Versace Istante Crushed Velvet Evening Dress Fall 1997
Dolce & Gabbana Black Silk Velvet Evening Dress With Prong Set Crystals
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Dolce & Gabbana black silk velvet evening dress labeled "Special Piece" fully beaded with prong set crystals, satin belt, back zip and fully lined.
Unavailable
Size: 2-6 See Measurements
1920s Gold and Indigo Devore Velvet Evening Dress with Sable Trim
Located in Houston, TX
Isn't it just wonderful?! Amazing wearable velvet evening dress from the 1920s! The dress is knee-length, with a wide rounded collar, and is sleeveless, with longline, extended armho...
Unavailable
Size: 8 see measurements
1960s Sarmi Red Velvet Evening Dress w/ Sheer White Silk Skirt Accent
By Ferdinando Sarmi
Located in Houston, TX
Striking dark burgundy velvet evening dress by Sarmi. The dress is sleeveless, has a high jewel neckline, and a high, left-to-right sloping waistline.
Unavailable
Size: 2-4 See Measurements
Barbara Bui Devore Red and Ochre Velvet Evening Dress with Wrap Kimono S
By Barbara Bui
Located in Houston, TX
Luxurious velvet evening dress by Barbara Bui. This maxi length dress features a empire waist silhouette with A - line skirt and asymmetric long sleeves, one kimono, the other long.
Dolce & Gabbana Navy Blue Strapless Lace Velvet Evening Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Dolce & Gabbana navy blue and silver-tone strapless tea-length lace dress with boning at bodice, tulle lining at skirt, removable amethyst velvet sash and back zip closure. Retail ...
Vintage 1940s Black Velvet Evening Dress or Hostess Gown
Located in Portland, OR
Though they aren't worn as hostess gowns anymore, we think these pieces make perfect evening dresses! This one is gathered in the front and closes with covered buttons and hooks and...
Alberta Ferretti Black Velvet Evening Dress With Sequins and Beads
By Alberta Ferretti
Located in Portland, OR
This lovely Alberta Ferretti black sparkle velvet dress has a beautiful blue tone silver sequin and black bead detail throughout the bust and back. The silver and blue tone sequins a...
Lanvin Black Wool Jersey Silk Velvet Evening Dress, Fall 2006
By Alber Elbaz
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Lanvin, Fall 2006 dress, black silk velvet circular skirt with wool jersey bodice, scoop back, side zip with grosgrain ribbon belt and embellished buckle. US. 6
Saint Laurent opera collection black iridescent velvet evening dress. C.1970s
By Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in London, GB
This beautiful 1970s evening dress is pure Yves Saint Laurent. The designer lexicon of style is seen in the simplicity and refinement of the garment.
Vintage Galanos Green Crushed Velvet Evening Dress
By Galanos, James Galanos
Located in Houston, TX
Striking green crushed velvet by couturier James Galanos for Neiman Marcus! This fun, bright dress has long sleeves with zipper closures, a draped neckline, and padded shoulders. T...
Valentino Black Wool Crepe And Velvet Evening Dress, Circa 1980's
By Valentino
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Valentino, Circa 1980's black wool crepe, button front, faux pocket and pleated skirt evening dress with black velvet waistline and lined in silk.
Unavailable
Size: FR 38 - UK 10 - US 6
John Galliano red silk and velvet evening dress and jacket, fw 1999
By John Galliano
Located in London, London
John Galliano red silk evening maxi dress with draped neckline and velvet criss-cross fastening on the waist.
Bob Bugnand, Cranberry Silk Gazar Silk Velvet Evening Dress, Circa: 1960's
By Bob Bugnand
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Bob Bugnand, Circa: 1960's cranberry silk gazar and silk velvet sleeveless evening dress, empire waist with silk gazar bow, two front pockets, back zip with hook and eye closure.
1980s Geoffrey Beene Black and Red Sequin, Lace, and Velvet Evening Dress 2
By Geoffrey Beene
Located in Houston, TX
The waist of the dress is fitted and features a ruched twist design in black semi-metallic flocked velvet.
Yves Saint Laurent black velvet evening dress fuchsia taffeta sleeves, c.1980s
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in London, GB
Here the bold fuchsia taffeta bow gracefully placed to create the visual effect of a corset on the black velvet to highlight the lovely décolleté of the evening dress. the bold fuch...
Bill Blass for Saks 1980s Black Chiffon & Velvet Evening Dress Size 4/6.
By Bill Blass
Located in Atlanta, GA
Bill Blass for Saks Fifth Avenue 1980s black silk chiffon & velvet bodice evening dress is a vintage size 10 but fits like a modern USA size 4/6.
Bill Blass Black Silk Velvet Evening Dress Off-Shoulder Sable Neckline, Fall 1984
By Bill Blass
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Bill Blass, Fall 1984, black silk velvet draped evening dress with off-shoulder sable neckline, concealed back zip and hook-and-eye closure and fully lined in black silk.
Oscar de la Renta Long Sleeve Silk Draped Bodice and Velvet Evening Dress
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Henrico, VA
This beautiful dress by Oscar da la Renta is a silk and velvet blend. The dress is fully lined and has a back zipped closure. The bodice has silk crepe draped creating an asymmetrica...
70s Lanvin Black Velvet Flared Evening Dress
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dramatic and romantic silhouette. 1970s era Lanvin black velvet evening dress. Elasticized neckline can be worn off the shoulder.
1980's PIERRE BALMAIN Volume sleeved evening gown dress
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Worn once, 1980's PIERRE BALMAIN, black velvet evening dress with quilted brocade, 'balloon' sleeves.
Georgio Armani Evening blue velvet mini dress.
By Giorgio Armani, Armani Collezioni
Located in Bilbao, ES
Blue Velvet mini dress by Armani Collezioni. The dress fits like a badhing suit, velvet fabric stretches to perfectly adjust to the body. Very low back and front in V cut. Thin stra...
1980s Balmain Evening Dress Blk Velvet Egyptian Print
By Pierre Balmain
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Pierre Balmain RTW 1980s Egyptian Revival evening dress with black velvet bodice attached to a silk egyptian print skirt.
Vintage Escada Couture long evening dress with velvet
By Escada
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage 90s dress by Escada Couture in silk. Euro size 38. 36 inch bust, 29 inch waist, 35 inch hips, 60 inches long. Excellent condition, some slight snags to one arm near the cuff....
1990s Velvet Embroidery Evening Cocktail Dress
Located in Milan, Italy
This gorgeous and sexy 1990s cocktail dress is in black velvet and silk embroidery whit a deep neck, back zip closure and back split. Good Vintage Condition Fabric: Velvet and Sil...
Loretta di Lorenzo Black Velvet Vintage Evening Dress 80s
By loretta di lorenzo
Located in Brindisi, Bt
Loretta di Lorenzo vintage 80s evening dress. Black velvet sheath dress, crochet details on the sweetheart neckline.
1980s VALENTINO BOUTIQUE Silk Velvet And Organdy Evening Dress
By Valentino
Located in Milan, Italy
This stunning Valentino Boutique 1980s evening dress is in silk velvet and transparent organdy, draped waistband, side zip and hook and eye closure and snaps on the left shoulder.
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.