Vintage 1940s Gown

This enchanting 1940s satin wedding gown was retailed by “Bourne & Hollingsworth” and refers to the luxury department store that used to sit on Oxford Street in central London.

Rendered in the darkest shade of black crepe silk, with a brightly coloured watercolour style floral pattern of wild flowers and tulips, this original 1940's tiered gown, is sure to ...

This elegant 1940s evening gown exemplifies the quiet innovation of wartime and immediate postwar design, where restraint in silhouette met subtle technical experimentation. Cut in ...

This stunning vintage late 1940s/early 1950s lace gown is defined by the most romantic off-the-shoulder draped swag, which can be worn a number of ways, or removed entirely— it can s...

A beauty to behold. This original 1940's ivory crepe silk gown, embellished with silver glass claw set rhinestones, is the perfect piece for that special occasion.

A beauty to behold. This original 1940's pink silk dress, embellished with trailing silk threaded soutache embroidery depicting blossoming flowers, surrounded by pearlescent beaded d...

Rendered in the most sumptuous shade of coral pink rayon paired with black crepe silk and embellished with black sequins and black bugle beads, this original 1940's gown is just the...

This truly enchanting 1940's crepe silk gown, rendered in the most vibrant shade of vermilion red and embellished with gold lamé soutache embroidery surrounding floral beadwork in sh...

This is a very rare vintage 1940s Chanel couture gown. Straight silhouette gown comprising a skirt and a blouse, delicate plunging backline decorated with a bow.

Beautiful vintage 1940s demi couture navy blue and light pink short sleeve crepe gown!

This incredible couture made gown was designed in the 1940s but alas, the dress has lost its labels.

Resurrection is excited to offer a vintage Junya Watanabe gray denim 1940s–style dress from the 2000 collection. This striking piece reflects Watanabe’s approach to reinterpreting hi...

A stunning vintage black velvet gown. The dress has a sweetheart neckline, with gathering at the bust and by the side seam. It has cap sleaves and a side zip.

A beauty in blush. This original 1940's pink silk dress, embellished with scattered claw set silver rhinestones, is the perfect piece to add to your vintage collection. The V shap...

This breathtaking early 1940's crimson satin dress, rendered in a full circle cut and tailored to perfection, is the perfect piece for that special occasion. The V shaped neckline...

A fun and easy to wear black and white stripe dress from the late 1940s or early 1950s. The dress has a v neck with triangular collar and zip front with bow detail. It has short slee...

Extremely rare vintage 1940s Dorothy O'Hara cocktail dress in unworn condition with the original tags still attached! Nude illusion lace bustline and draped front. Details: Par...

Black crepe top and bronze and gold metallic rayon or acetate make up this lovely dress. The metallic pattern is also replicated on the short sleeve cuffs with bows and the two butto...

This original vintage 1940s black organza dress features a unique guipure lace under layer in soft cream which is visible beneath the sheer fabric of the skirt, a pretty sweetheart d...

A chic cocktail dress by French designer Jeanne Paquin. The dress is made of a wool crepe with black sequins sewn on in a squiggle pattern . It has a v neckline with shape at the sho...

Charming black stretch cotton slim dress with French lace ruffle shoulder detail. The internal bustier with bones gives a shapely silhouette. Perfect dress to be worn from day to eve...

Beautiful 1940s black crepe sequined cocktail dress! Features hundreds of hand-sewn black sequins on the entire front bodice. Free flowy skirt is both flattering and comfortable. Met...

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...

Incredible 1940s B. Altman & Co. Cotton Denim/Chambray dress, with horse buttons up bodice, and at sleeve cuffs! Beautiful lightweight fabric, with a flattering neckline, and full sk...

Original late 1930s or early 1940s purple satin and chiffon gown with matching waist sash.

Flattering vintage 1940s cocktail dress in black velvet with a draped collar and 3/4 length sleeves. Unlined with side metal zip closure. Fits like a modern size small. The bust meas...

Rare vintage mid 40s novelty Asian print strong shoulder silk dress! Features a warm marigold yellow color. Prints in red, green, blue, orange and ivory throughout. Metal zipper at t...

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...

Chic 90s does 40s vintage VALENTINO navy blue and white polka dot silk blended long sleeve dress ! Features a curved notch collar with a tailored bodice and flirty forgiving skirt. P...

This elegant Prada gown displays all the elevated, feminine trademarks that have become a part of Miuccia Prada’s signature style.

Rendered in a palette of turquoise blue, this original 1940's chenille dressing gown, accented by a decorative lotus and geometric pattern along the hemline, is a wonderful addition ...

Amazing vintage 1940s Botanical Asian inspired linen and cotton maxi dress! Features vibrant colors of red, green, yellow, black and beige. Full metal zipper up the front to control ...

This late 1930s or early 1940s black and gold rayon crepe dress has delicate gold-toned studs across the bodice in the shape of tiny umbrellas. We have never seen this on another vi...

This playful daytime dress was designed by occasion wear designer Joan Leslie in the 1980s. It offers a highly wearable take on the 1940s novelty print. Set against a cream backgroun...

This charming 1940s cold rayon pebble print dress in pale blue, navy and white is captivating in its simplicity and is in beautiful vintage condition. A tidy shift cut, this dress fe...

This stunning Art Deco Pink Handmade Glass Beaded Embroidery Print Sleeveless Dress is a true masterpiece of vintage elegance and craftsmanship. Meticulously adorned with countless s...

This original vintage 1940's berry red cold rayon robe with a pattern of white apostrophes, is the perfect addition to your loungewear collection.

This elegant 1940's gown, rendered in the softest shade of ivory silk rayon, set off by ivory floral lace, is just the piece to welcome to your lingerie collection.

Offered for sale is this superb, 1940's vintage, pink and black flocked ball gown with black silk velvet detailing.

This is an early 1940's vintage, cerise red sleeveless gown with a matching bolero jacket which has been embellished with silver metallic lace appliques and rhinestones.

Offered for sale is this exquisitely designed, 1940's vintage, white charmeuse wedding gown with a long and full train, embellished with ecru embroidered lace insertions and trim.

This vintage gown is a rare and beautiful piece. It is made from an embroidered fabric with small holes. It does not have any labels but the fabric feels like a kind of rayon. Fits l...

Featured is an elegant vintage gown by Emma Domb from the late 1940s. Crisp ivory taffeta with asymmetrical pleating and draping, accented with iridescent sequinsa and gilt wire in a...

Ethereal late 1940's Saks Fifth Avenue creme goddess gown from the Old Hollywood era of glamour.

This vintage early 1940s black velvet gown by Kamore was originally designed to be a hostess gown or luxurious loungewear for the 40's woman who entertained in style.

Featured is a magnificent black evening gown, entirely covered in black bead work. The elegant silhouette is highlighted with an attached sash, also heavily beaded, which ties over t...

➳ vintage 1940s dress * black, red, pink taffeta * acetate lining * layered bodice * bodice stays * awesome back tail * metal back zipper * by Fred Perlberg condition | e...

SPECIAL HOLIDAY PRICE: Vintage matelasse silk dress, with straps, draped on the back skirt. Size IT: 42/44 Size USA: 8/10 Waist: 72 cm Length: 147 cm Bust: 94 cm Returns are not a...

➳ vintage 1940s dress * black & gold striped taffeta * bodice stays * back tails * metal back zipper * incredible design * by Dorothy O'Hara condition | excellent fits ...

➳ vintage 1940s dress * black rayon crepe * nude acetate lining * black floral lace bodice * front bow accent * metal back zipper * by Peggy Hunt condition | excellent ...

➳ vintage 1950s dress * black rayon crepe * nude nylon lining * black floral lace accents * detachable belt * illusion bodice * metal back zipper * by Peggy Hunt conditio...

➳ vintage 1950s dress * red chiffon * acetate lining * gathered bodice * side zipper * by Emma Domb condition | excellent fits like m/l length 61" bodice 17.5" bu...

This is an exceptionally gorgeous gold satin evening gown, ingeniously designed with a detachable wrap, of the late 1930's-early 1940's vintage.

Featured is a slinky black vintage party dress from the 1980s. The front bodice is lace and completely sewn with flat sequins, ribbon, and braid. This embellishment continues down th...

Vintage 1940s black Chantilly lace long evening gown.

Early 1940's long formal maxi gown in metallic accented silk taffeta. Oversized back bow detail, sweetheart bust, and short sleeves. Rear zip and snap closure. Unlined. MEASUREME...

Elegant late 1940's vintage Emma Domb evening gown in two-toned black and white.