1980S Black Cotton Velvet & Gathered Taffeta French Vintage Cocktail Dress
Located in New York, NY
1980S Black Cotton Velvet & Gathered Taffeta French Vintage Cocktail Dress
1980S Black Cotton Velvet & Gathered Taffeta French Vintage Cocktail Dress
Located in New York, NY
1980S Black Cotton Velvet & Gathered Taffeta French Vintage Cocktail Dress
Vintage Purple Velvet Cocktail Dress with Decoration
Located in London, GB
A super purple velvet cocktail dress with wonderful decoration on the front, neckline and hem. This shift dress is fully lined and has 9'' slits on both sides. Measurements: Bust 3...
Vintage Juditte Velvet and Silk Cocktail Dress
Located in London, GB
A chic vintage dress by Italian designer Juditte. The body of the dress is black velvet and the lilac tartan frills are on the hem and cuffs. The cuffs have two buttons and there is ...
Bill Blass Vintage Strapless Black Velvet + Taffeta Cocktail Dress
By Bill Blass
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage 1980s little black dress by Bill Blass. Strapless with asymmetric bow detail in velvet and taffeta. Fully lined with rear zip and hook closure. There is no marked size, but t...
Vintage 1950's Black Velvet Cocktail Dress Silver Rhinestone Dress UK 8 US 4
Located in Nashville, TN
Condition: This dress is in near perfect vintage condition, with some natural impressions to the velvet.
THIERRY MUGLER Vintage Black Velvet Bubble Dress with Sequin Heart Bustier
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Nice, FR
THIERRY MUGLER vintage black velvet strapless bubble dress featuring a gorgeous sequin heart bustier. This dress features : - Black panne velvet. - Black heart-shaped sequin bustier...
THIERRY MUGLER Vintage black velvet crisscross corset red cocktail dress IT7AR S
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Hong Kong, NT
THIERRY MUGLER Vintage black velvet crisscross corset red cocktail dress IT7AR S Reference: TGAS/D00286 Brand: Thierry Mugler Designer: Thierry Mugler Material: Triacetate, Polyester...
New 1950s Suzy Perette Vintage 50s Black Velvet ' Wet Look ' Cocktail Dress
By Suzy Perette
Located in San Diego, CA
BRAND NEW (Never Worn) VINTAGE!!! Chic 1950s Suzy Perrette black silk velvet cocktail dress!
1940s Vintage Black Velvet Cocktail Dress with Collar + 3/4 Cropped Sleeves
Located in Sparks, NV
Flattering vintage 1940s cocktail dress in black velvet with a draped collar and 3/4 length sleeves.
1960s Sexy Vintage Metallic Gold + Black Sheath Cocktail Dress with Velvet Trim
Located in Sparks, NV
Sexy vintage 1960s cocktail dress in metallic gold and black fabric. Fully lined with rear metal zip and hook closure. Fits like a modern size XS-S. The bust measures 36", waist 24.5...
Vintage 1950's Silk Velvet and Satin pink floral dress satin dress UK 8 US 4
Located in Nashville, TN
A gem to behold, this original 1950's satin dress, in shades of pink and red accented by silk velvet flocking details, in a pattern of wild daisies, is just the perfect piece for you...
Vintage Silk Velvet Donald Campbell Dress
By Donald Campbell, Donald Campbell 1
Located in London, GB
A chic vintage cocktail dress by Donald Campbell. In wonderful shades of green, the dress has sheer sleeves with elasticated wrists, a scoop neckline, central back zip, is lined in ...
Vintage Red Velvet Frank Usher Dress
By Frank Usher
Located in London, GB
A chic red velvet vintage dress by Frank Usher. The dress has a wrap over front and central back zip. Measurements; Size 38, Bust 36'' ,length 38''
Vintage 90s Yves Saint Laurent Black Silk Velvet Lace Bow Cocktail Dress YSL LBD
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in San Diego, CA
⸻ Designer / Era Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche France Circa early 1990s ⸻ Yves Saint Laurent dress, YSL velvet dress, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, silk velvet dress, velv...
1960s John Cavanagh Black Lace and Velvet Couture Cocktail Dress
By John Cavanagh
Located in London, GB
This incredible 1960s black lace and velvet cocktail dress is couture from British designer John Cavanagh, who was renowned for his understated, elegant designs and often created pie...
Vintage Oscar de la Renta Black Velvet Pink Ruffle Corset Cocktail Dress US 8
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Montgomery, TX
Vintage 90's Oscar de la Renta Cocktail Dress US size - 8 Black Velvet Top with Corset, Lace Up Closure, Layered Pink Chiffon Skirt with Glitter Dots, Fully Lined, Back Zip Closure.
Valentino Miss V Black Velvet and Sheer Silk Cocktail Dress
By Valentino Miss V, Valentino
Located in Milano, IT
Refined and architectural, this vintage Valentino cocktail dress blends sensuality and structure in a timeless silhouette.
Vintage 1950's Black and Pink Silk Velvet Floral Dress & Jacket UK 10 US 6
Located in Nashville, TN
Rendered in the most sumptuous black and floral satin with silk velvet flocking accents, this original 1950's dress and matching jacket is the perfect ensemble for that special occas...
Escada Black Velvet Bustier Bodice Taffeta Ruffle Mini Skirt Cocktail Dress 36
By Escada
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Escada black velvet bustier bodice, taffeta ruffle mini skirt cocktail dress marked size 36.
Ceil Chapman Burgundy Velvet Quilted Metallic Brocade Day Dress - XS 1960s
By Ceil Chapman
Located in Tucson, AZ
Painfully good, from its rich color to its quilted skirt to its crisp A-line silhouette. The alluring keyhole neckline can be worn closed during the day and open at night for two dif...
1970s Does 1940s Purple & Red Velvet Tie-Dye Boho Dress
Located in London, GB
Beautiful vintage late 1960s or early 1970s dress in deep purple with bold orange/red tie-dye pattern on the front of the bodice and around the hem. This dress has a very 1940s feel...
Vintage Oscar de la Renta Balloon Sleeve Black Velvet Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning vintage Oscar de la Renta black silk velvet dress! Chic buttons up the back, with balloon sleeves. This velvet is so soft!!! Darting detail at waist makes for a very flatter...
1920s Orange Velvet French Couture Beaded Rhinestone Vintage Deco Flapper Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Exquisite roaring 20s orange silk velvet French couture beaded rhinestone flapper dress ! Purchased from high end department store Hickson in the 20s. Original label reads that this ...
Wonderful 1990s Vintage Katherine Hamnett Black Velvet Wiggle Dress w/ Beads
By KATHERINE HAMNETT
Located in San Diego, CA
Wonderful vintage Katherine Hamnett black velvet dress, with intricate beading detail at neck (in front and back), that makes for a bib-like effect. Rayon/Silk blend. The perfect lit...
Versace Black Velvet Cutout Dress 2004
By Versace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection is pleased to offer a Versace black velvet body-con dress featuring one sleeve, high neck with side cutout and silver-tone Medusa snap, side zipper, internal mesh half b...
1960s Courreges Black Velvet Metallic Beautiful Vintage 60s A Line Dress
By André Courrèges
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1960s ANDRE COURREGES black velvet A-line metallic dress! Luxurious lightweight black velvet, with metallic sparkles scattered throughout. Slits on each side of the hem. Fu...
Vintage Vicky Tiel Couture Gold + Black Velvet Metallic Snakeskin Mini Dress
By Vicky Tiel
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy, yet sophisticated 1990s 90s VICKY TIEL COUTURE mini dress! Features a gold, silver, and black metallic snakeskin bodice. Flattering signature ruching throughout the boned bodic...
Vintage Delicate Silk Chiffon Dress with Burn Out Velvet Floral Design
By The Silk Farm
Located in Sparks, NV
Beautiful delicate silk chiffon dress with a metallic burn out velvet floral design. Details: Partially Lined Back Zip and Button Closure Marked Size: US 6 Estimated Size: ...
Beautiful 1940s Vintage Royal Blue Silk Velvet Dress w/ Lace & Rhinestones
Located in San Diego, CA
A true beauty! This 1940s silk velvet dress features so much detail! Lace covered pocket at waist, encrusted with rhinestones. Shawl-like collar, with a matching adjustable belt. Bea...
1990s Ungaro Paralelle Purple Velvet Floral Dress
By Emanuel Ungaro
Located in London, GB
The House of Emanuel Ungaro was founded in 1965 after the designer's brief stint working for both Cristobal Balenciaga and Andre Courreges. Ungaro was known for his lively prints and...
Vintage Odicini Couture Black Velvet Rayon Beaded Large Size Long Sleeve Dress
By ANDREA ODICINI COUTURE, Odicini Couture
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage ODICINI COUTURE larger size black velvet and rayon beaded long sleeve dress ! I scooped this beauty up in Rome last year ( before Coronavirus COVID days ) from a we...
Vintage Cathy Hardwick Black Silk Velvet Dress w/ Gold / Bronze Ruffle Hem
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage Cathy Hardwick black silk velvet dress! Drop-waist style, with wonderful bronze/gold hem. Also looks great belted. Fully lined. In great condition. Approximately Si...
Chic 1960s Evon Besack Black Crepe + Velvet A - Line Vintage 60s Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1960s EVON BESACK black crepe and velvet A-Line dress! Features a flattering square neck with a tailored bodice. Forgiving full skirt with intricate velvet details at hem. Full ...
Rifat Ozbek Gunmetal Grey Velvet Slip Dress
By Rifat Özbek
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is pleased to offer a vintage Rifat Ozbek grey slip dress featuring gunmetal straps, crushed velvet fabric, and a subtle v-neckline. Rifat Ozbek Size 42 Rayon ...
Vintage Emilio Pucci 1960s Signature Kaleidoscope Print 60s Velvet A Line Dress
By Emilio Pucci
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing and rare 1960s EMILIO PUCCI short sleeve velvet A-Line dress! Features the signature kaleidoscope print, with the Pucci signature sporadically throughout. Pucci velvet pieces...
1960s Black + Gold Velvet Sequined Vintage 60s Long Sleeve Shift Tunic Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1960s black velvet and gold sequined long sleeve tunic dress! Features soft cotton velvet, with gold embroidered panel down the front center. Hundreds of large hand-sewn gold se...
1920s Purple Eggplant Vintage Roaring 20s Velvet Flapper Dress w/ Lace Collar
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic AND rare 1920s regal dark purple / eggplant silk velvet flapper dress! Chic drop waist, with intricate folding and pleating detail. Buttons up the back, with two buttons at each...
1950s Edith Flagg Large Size Black Silk Velvet Vintage 50s Wiggle Dress
By Edith Flagg
Located in San Diego, CA
Bombshell early 50s EDITH FLAGG black silk velvet larger size wiggle dress! Edith Flagg was a Romanian-born fashion designer who started her own label in 1950. She went on to become ...
1960s Adele Simpson Navy Midnight Blue Velvet Vintage 60s Wrap Shirt Dress
By Adele Simpson
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic mid to late 60s ADELE SIMPSON navy midnight blue long sleeve wrap shirt dress! Features a flattering fitted bodice with a forgiving full skirt. Wrap style buttons on the interio...
RALPH LAUREN Black Label Vintage purple velvet paisley floral print dress US8 L
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Hong Kong, NT
RALPH LAUREN Black Label Vintage dark purple velvet paisley floral print dress US8 L Reference: CC/A00445 Brand: Ralph Lauren Collection: Black Label Material: Rayon, Silk Color: Pur...
1960s Velvet and Green Satin Rose Print Dress
Located in London, GB
An unusual combination of forest greens, yellow and rich russet red feature in this early 1960s rose print cocktail dress. Both the pencil skirt and the trim of the square neckline ...
vintage COMME DES GARCONS 1980's black velvet asymmetric dropped armhole dress S
By Rei Kawakubo, Comme des Garçons
Located in Hong Kong, NT
vintage COMME DES GARCONS 1980's black velvet asymmetric dropped armhole dress S Reference: CRTI/A00601 Brand: Comme Des Garcons Designer: Rei Kawakubo Collection: 1980s Material: Ve...
Genny by Gianni Versace Draped Lurex Velvet Dress
By Gianni Versace for Genny
Located in New York, NY
Genny by Versace Draped Lurex Velvet Cocktail Dress from the 1980's. Oversized shoulders and deep plunge accented with a gold lame textile rose.
Geoffrey Beene Vintage Brown Silk Burnt Out Velvet Tassel Belt Long Sleeve Dress
By Geoffrey Beene
Located in San Diego, CA
Sensational vintage GEOFFREY BEENE brown, gray, taupe, black and silver burnt out silk velvet long sleeve dress! Features and allover animal like print in brown and black. Scalloped ...
1990s Jil Sander Black Lightweight Velvet Size 34 / 2 4 Minimalist Vintage Dress
By Jil Sander
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic early 90s JIL SANDER black lightweight velvet minimalist long sleeve dress! Features a luxurious silk and rayon blended lightweight velvet fabric. Flattering and easy fit. Tailo...
Vintage Moschino Cheap & Chic 90s Does 60s Black Velvet Plastic Mod Mini Dress
By Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible iconic 1990s does 1960s MOSCHINO Cheap and Chic black velvet and clear and black vinyl mini shift dress! Features hundreds of clear and black plastic pailette sequins in h...
1970s Halston Midnight Navy Blue Silk Velvet Vintage 70s Plunge Faux Wrap Dress
By Roy Halston Frowick, Halston
Located in San Diego, CA
The silk velvet on this amazing 1970s HALSTON midnight navy blue faux wrap dress is the most luxurious velvets that I have ever felt! I can only imagine how incredible it feels on (i...
Large Size 1940s Silver Grey and Black Silk + Velvet Flower 40s Vintage Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1940s silver and black silk and velvet dress! Little flowers printed throughout. Fitted bodice, with a forgiving full skirt. Black silk velvet portrait collar, with 13 blac...
1950s Black + Hot Pink Velvet Silk Fit n' Flare Vintage 50s Couture Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous 1950s demi couture black velvet and hot pink silk fit n' flare dress ! Features a tailored bodice with a full skirt. Hot pink bow detail at left side. Matching pink fabric a...
1990s Antony Price Forest Green Crushed Velvet Dress
By Antony Price
Located in London, GB
This eye-catching cocktail dress was designed by Antony Price during the late 1980s to early 1990s.
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.
1980s Frank Usher Sz 12/14 Black Avant Garde Taffeta + Velvet Vintage 80s Dress
By Frank Usher
Located in San Diego, CA
Avant Garde FRANK USHER black taffeta and velvet Size 14 cocktail dress! Features a criss-cross bodice with black taffeta on one side, and black velvet on the other side. Chic puff s...
James Galanos Black Velvet Illusion Dress With Lace Cutouts
By Galanos, James Galanos
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection is excited to present a vintage Galanos fancy black illusion lace cocktail dress featuring a velvet fitted bodice, lace cutouts, velvet cuffs with rhinestone buttons, a ...
1980s Laura Ashley Size 6 Navy Blue Velvet Open Back Vintage 80s Midi Dress
By Laura Ashley
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic early 1980s LAURA ASHLEY original Bathsheba Collection—So rare to find! Navy blue velvet open-back flower print mid dress! Features puff sleeves that add just the right amount o...
1950s Jacques Heim Demi Couture Black Velvet Applique Dress
By Jacques Heim
Located in London, GB
Late 1950s to 1960s Jacques Heim demi couture cocktail dress with a lovely and unusual velvet trim design.
Vintage Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent F/W 2002 Black Leather Velvet Dress S
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Montgomery, TX
Vintage Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Black Embellished Dress - Super Rare !!! F/W 2002 Runway Collection No size Label - Please Check Measurements. Black Very Soft Gen...
1980s Victor Edelstein Black Silk Cold Shoulder Velvet Ribbonwork Dress
By Victor Edelstein
Located in London, GB
One of Princess Diana’s favourite designers, Victor Edelstein was known as the master of the English thoroughbred look. Created by his namesake brand in London in the 1980s, this chi...
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