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Versace Party Dress

Versace LIMITED EDITION $5000 USD Black Crystal Mini Party Embellished Dress
By Versace
Located in Melbourne, VIC
Be the star of any party in Versace's Embellished Crystal Dress. Covered in black crystals, this
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2010s Cocktail Dresses

VERSACE 2020 black strapless corseted fitted mini party dress IT40 S
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
VERSACE 2020 black strapless corseted fitted mini party dress IT40 S Reference: TGAS/C01786 Brand
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

1990s Versace Couture Black Party Dress w/Medusa Button Motif at Straps
By Versace, Gianni Versace Couture
Located in Studio City, CA
1990's Versace couture label black mini dress with flounced skirt, boning at the bodice interior
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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

S/S 2007 Versace by Donatella Rhinestone Medusa Black Halter Flare Mini Dress
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a fabulous little black Versace halter-neck dress designed by Donatella Versace. This
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Early 2000s Italian Mini Dress

S/S 2007 Versace by Donatella Rhinestone Medusa Black Halter Flare Mini Dress
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a fabulous little black Versace halter-neck dress, designed by Donatella Versace. From
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Early 2000s Italian Mini Dress

Vintage 1992 Spring Ready to Wear Versace Jeans Couture Cotton Baroque Dress
By Versace Jeans Couture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Versace Jeans Couture Cotton Baroque 1992 spring dress features a full skirt, cropped denim
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1990s Mini Dress

F/W 2005 Versace by Donatella Versace Black Silk Lace Mini Dress
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a black lace Versace Medusa medallion mini dress designed by Donatella Versace. From the
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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Versace purple chiffon silk beaded evening dress, gown
By Gianni Versace
Located in NEWARK, GB
A simply stunning vintage Versace two tone purple silk chiffon beaded evening dress. It has a
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Dresses

2000s Versace by Donatella Black Ribbon Halter Neck Medusa Cutout Dress
By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Donatella Versace designed this divine little black Versace dress in the mid-2000s. This long
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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

1980s Gianni Versace Yellow and Black Floral Print Silk Dress w Draped Back
By Gianni Versace
Located in Gresham, OR
A sexy 1980s Gianni Versace silk cocktail dress in a yellow and black 1940s-inspired floral print
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1980s Italian Cocktail Dresses

S/S 2002 Gianni Versace by Donatella Runway Sheer Purple Eyelet Plunging Dress
By Gianni Versace Couture, Donatella Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a purple plunging eyelet dress designed by Donatella for the Gianni Versace Spring
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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

NWT S/S 2002 Gianni Versace by Donatella White Floral Lace Strapless Dress
By Gianni Versace Couture, Donatella Versace for Gianni Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a beautiful white lace Gianni Versace strapless dress, designed by Donatella Versace
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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

S/S 2002 Gianni Versace by Donatella Runway Sheer Purple Eyelet Plunging Dress
By Gianni Versace Couture, Donatella Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a purple plunging eyelet dress designed by Donatella for the Gianni Versace Spring
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Early 2000s Italian Cocktail Dresses

New Versace Nude Crocheted Cotton and Silk-Cady One-Shoulder Dress 40
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
Versace's crocheted cotton and silk-cady one-shoulder dress in a wear-with-anything nude hue will
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2010s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Rare F/W 2011 Look #35 Versace Black Snakeskin Leather Dress Size 42
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
VERSACE Fall/Winter 2011 look # 35 Model Constance Jablonski partied with fellow Angels after the
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

Gianni Versace Black Jersey Dress
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The perfect LBD for your next cocktail party! This is a Gianni Versace Black Jersey dress with an
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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses and Gowns

Geoffrey Beene Sequin Strapless Mini Dress
By Geoffrey Beene
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
. This is a mini length with a strapless silhouette, perfect for your next cocktail party. This dress is
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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

1990s Moschino Cheap & Chic Black Beaded Textured Slip Dress
By Moschino, Moschino Cheap and Chic
Located in London, GB
. The perfect understated dress with a mod to the 1960s for events and parties. It comes with its
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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Versace Vixens - Famous 90s Models in Versace, Fine Art Photography, 1994
By Roxanne Lowit
Located in Vienna, AT
created for a Versace Campaign, bringing together the designer's muses. The models are dressed in now
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2010s Contemporary Color Photography

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Archival Pigment

1970s Large Handmade Hammered Silver Plated Teardrop Clip-On Earrings
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
bohemian maxi dress for an effortlessly sleek look. Whether for a dinner party or a special event, these
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Late 20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Tony Mora Black and Red Leather Cowboy Boots
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
flair to your everyday style, these boots are the perfect choice. Pair these with a Versace dress, a
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Early 2000s Spanish Boots

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By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
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New Fendi Karl Lagerfeld Rare Runway Art Deco Leather Fox Fur Booties Pump Sz 40
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Brand New W/ Box Rare Fendi by Karl Lagerfeld F/W 2013 Fox Fur Patent Leather Pump Booties Monster Series Size: 40 White Patent Leather White Pink and Black Fox Fur Art Deco Patent L...
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1970s Lilli Diamond Taupe + Mint Green Marabou Feather 70s Maxi Dress + Jacket
By Lilli Diamond
Located in San Diego, CA
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By Moschino
Located in San Francisco, CA
Moschino Cheap & Chic 2000s black sleeveless knit dress with cut-out bow shape at chest in black mesh. Back zip. 86% rayon, 9% polyamide, 5% other. Unlined. Made in Hungary. Label...
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By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
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Tom Ford for Gucci Rare & Collectible Brand New * Kate Moss Black Patent Corset Heels * Size 8 * Black Patent Leather The Heels are a deep, near black irridescent green * Corset Ankl...
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Gucci Alligator and Leather Boots Rare Fall Winter 2005 Sz 8
By Gucci
Located in Leesburg, VA
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By Thierry Mugler
Located in Nice, FR
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Burberry Nova Check Belted Mini Skirt size 38
By Burberry
Located in London, GB
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Issey Miyake Open Sleeve Draped Top
By Issey Miyake
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous blue top, shirt from Issey Miyake. It overlapping at the front exposing the waist and buttons at the shoulder. The back is fuller and longer and the sleeves are open fro...
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Todd Oldham Spider Web Back T Shirt 1980s
By Todd Oldham
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black cotton t shirt from Todd Oldham. A simple short sleeve t shirt from the front but the back is an intricate silk cord spider web pattern. It slips on over the head ...
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By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
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Christian Dior by John Galliano Runway Cruise Collection 2007 Silk Pleated Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Berlin, BE
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Alexander McQueen Asymmetric Dress with Chain Cut out
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black silk jersey dress by Alexander McQueen. It is fitted with a scoop neckline, one short sleeve and a circular nude mesh cut out at one side covered with rows of drapi...
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NEW Chanel Signature 2-Piece Top Bottom Bikini Swimsuit Swimwear 36
By Chanel
Located in Switzerland, CH
Classic CHANEL signature two-pieces bikini swimsuit Beautiful cut Two pieces Fully lined Comes brandnew with tags Made in France Size 36 Complete in the origi...
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VERSACE Printed black and white silk-crepe dress
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
BRAND NEW VERSACE DRESS Dipping into her label's archives for the new season, Donatella Versace
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F/W 2011 look # 35 NEW VERSACE BLACK SNAKESKIN LEATHER DRESS 42 - 6
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
VERSACE Fall/Winter 2011 look # 35 Model Constance Jablonski partied with fellow Angels after
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Deadstock New W/ Tags Gianni Versace Couture Vintage Little Black Dress 1995/96
By Gianni Versace, Versace
Located in Portland, OR
This is a sensational 1995/96 little black dress designed by Gianni Versace. The dress is in a
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1990s Italian Cocktail Dresses

Early 1990s Herve Leger Couture Bandage Dress
By Herve Léger
Located in New York, NY
. And what did these glamazons wear? They wore dresses by Azzedine Alaia, Thierry Mugler and Gianni
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Vintage Black Evening Dress With Large Teardrop & Circle Paillettes
Located in Portland, OR
teardrop paillettes! This is the perfect party dress! It's hard to show how shimmering it is in person
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1990s European Cocktail Dresses

Versace - 2 Rococo Party Frock, 1992
By Versace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rococo Party Frock, 1992 Condition : Deadstock Vintage Size : 38 Iconic Gianni Versace Jeans
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new VERSACE 2020 black strapless corseted fitted mini party dress IT40 S
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
new VERSACE 2020 black strapless corseted fitted mini party dress IT40 S Reference: TGAS/C01786
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

Versace Pink Dress
By Versace
Located in New York, NY
This dress has a flattering neckline that is complimented with embellished silver beads; it also
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

Versace Colorblock Ruffle Bottom Hem Detail Sleeveless Dress S
By Versace
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This beautiful Versace dress can look smart for formal and professional wear or to look stylish
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2010s Italian Day Dresses

Versace Colorblock Ruffle Bottom Hem Detail Sleeveless Dress S
By Versace
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This beautiful Versace dress can look smart for formal and professional wear or to look stylish
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2010s Italian Day Dresses

Versace Colorblock Ruffle Bottom Hem Detail Sleeveless Dress S
By Versace
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
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2010s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Versace Blue Leather Embellished & Silk Front Slit Detail Dress M
By Versace
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Known for its stunning gowns, the house of Versace brings you this gorgeous dress tailored from
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2010s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Versace Teal Blue Crinkled Chiffon Raw-Edge Detail Gown Dress S
By Versace
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
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2010s Italian Evening Dresses

Versace Cream Knit Rose Gold Medusa Button Detail Sleeveless Fitted Dress M
By Versace
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
gold medusa button detail on the sides. This sleeveless dress by Versace comes in cream color and will
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Versace Cream Knit Rose Gold Medusa Button Detail Sleeveless Fitted Dress M
By Versace
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
gold medusa button detail on the sides. This sleeveless dress by Versace comes in cream color and will
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2010s Italian Evening Dresses

Versace Cream Knit Rose Gold Medusa Button Detail Sleeveless Fitted Dress M
By Versace
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
gold medusa button detail on the sides. This sleeveless dress by Versace comes in cream color and will
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By Versace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vanity Fair After Party, on February 27th 2005. Melanie made this dress famous as she graced the red
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By Versace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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By Versace
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
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By Versace
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By Versace
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
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By Versace
Located in Paradise Island, BS
wearing this dress at the Magnum Doubles Party held during the 2016 Cannes FilmFestival. Brand new with
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2010s Italian Evening Gowns

S/S 1999 Gianni Versace by Donatella Ruched Off-White High-Slit Backless Gown
By Gianni Versace, Donatella Versace for Gianni Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
slit at the front and an abstract mesh underlayer. Whether worn as a wedding dress or to a white party
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S/S 2002 Gianni Versace by Donatella Off-White Lace Backless Rhinestone Gown
By Donatella Versace for Gianni Versace, Gianni Versace Couture
Located in West Hollywood, CA
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GIANNI VERSACE VINTAGE 1996 white crepe sheer mesh illusion party dress IT40 S
By Versace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
GIANNI VERSACE VINTAGE 1996 white crepe sheer mesh illusion party dress IT40 S GIANNI VERSACE FROM
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By Versace, Donatella Versace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
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By Gianni Versace, Gianni Versace Couture
Located in West Hollywood, CA
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By Atelier Versace, Gianni Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
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By Versace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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Versace Black Glossy Cocktail Dress
By Versace
Located in San Francisco, CA
, Versace always makes looks that are perfect for a party or a night out dancing. The cut of this dress is
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By Versace
Located in London, GB
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By Versace, Tiffany & Co.
Located in Cloverdale, CA
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By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
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By Versace
Located in Rockwood, ON
This dress was one of 40 pieces showcased and provided by Shrimpton Couture for Fashion Television
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By Versace
Located in Rockwood, ON
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By Gianni Versace
Located in London, GB
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By Gianni Versace Couture, Versace
Located in Doncaster, South Yorkshire
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By Byblos
Located in Doncaster, South Yorkshire
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By CALLAGHAN
Located in Doncaster, South Yorkshire
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Versace Black Blazer
By Versace
Located in San Francisco, CA
Business in the front, party in the back! We love the ultra-conservative look of this double
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Genny Vintage Green Beaded Mesh Runway Backless Maxi Slip Dress, A / W 1998
By Genny
Located in Doncaster, South Yorkshire
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Genny Vintage Wool Crepe & Patent Leather Panelled Shift Dress, 1990s
By Genny
Located in Doncaster, South Yorkshire
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Genny Vintage Black Sleeveless Dress & Cropped Jacket Two Piece Set, 1990s
By Genny
Located in Doncaster, South Yorkshire
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Versace Party Dress For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact vintage or contemporary versace party dress you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Our collection includes a variety of colors, spanning black, beige, blue and more. You’re likely to find the perfect versace party dress among the distinctive accessories we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Making an accessory such as this has likely been a part of the legacy of many fashion designers, but those produced by Versace, Gianni Versace and Donatella Versace are consistently popular. Finding a versace party dress for sale for women should be easy, but there are 1 pieces available to browse for men as well.

How Much is a Versace Party Dress?

Prices for a versace party dress can differ depending upon size, designer and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $308 and can go as high as $19,995, while, on average they fetch $2,076.

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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