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HAUTE COUTURE 1950s Black Sequin Ball Gown Evening Theater Opera Party Dress
Located in Thiensville, WI
Amazing vintage ball gown custom made for 1950s opera singer Alberta Hopkins. Net overdress is
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1950s Ball Gowns

Sapphire Silk Mother Ginger Halter Ball Gown w Pannier Hoop Skirt - XXS, 1950s
Located in Tucson, AZ
color and Elizabethan-style skirt elevate this gown to the realm of myth. Vintage halter neck evening
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1950s French Ball Gowns

Helen Rose Strapless Satin Blue Brown Ball Gown w Rear Bow Bouquet - XS-S, 1962
By Helen Rose
Located in Tucson, AZ
Created by the same designer who made Grace Kelly's wedding gown, this ball gown is instantly
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1960s American Ball Gowns

Oscar de la Renta SS 2000 yellow grey stripe bustier corset maxi dress ball gown
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Milano, Lombardia
LOVE LALI VINTAGE An incredible gown by Oscar de La Renta from the Spring Summer 2000 collection
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Early 2000s American Ball Gowns

VERA WANG 1980's Embellished Pink Silk Ball Gown with Gold Lace Size 10-12
By Vera Wang
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Vera Wang gown is composed of pink silk, trimmed with beaded gold lace. There is a center
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20th Century American Ball Gowns

NINA RICCI 2008 Vintage Runway Silk Corseted Evening Gown w. Massive Train
By Nina Ricci
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Fall/Winter Gown Looks, and was, extremely expensive A true Bell of the Ball gown Has a large loop to
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Early 2000s Ball Gowns

Jean-Claude Jitrois Leather Gown
By Jean-Claude Jitrois
Located in New York, NY
VINTAGE GRACE NY Jean-Claude Jitrois 3/4 Sleeve Gold Leather Gown.Made of 100% Lamb Leather
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1980s Ball Gowns

Vintage F/W 2003 Runway Roberto Cavalli Beaded Cut Out Feather Gown Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Denver, CO
F/W 2003 Roberto Cavalli Gown Dress (shown pinned on bust on mannequin) Incredible runway piece
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Early 2000s Ball Gowns

Vintage 1950's Pierre Balmain Couture Creme Beaded Embroidered Silk Bridal Gown
By Pierre Balmain Haute Couture
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Breathtaking mid-1950's creme silk satin ballgown attributed to Pierre Balmain. This iconic designer created a very sculptural quality which was always allied with a ladylike essence...
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1950s French Ball Gowns

Balestra Multicolored Strapless Gown With Gold Accents
By BALESTRA
Located in New York, NY
VINTAGE GRACE NY Balestra Multicolored Strapless Gown with Gold Accents. In a rich vibrant red
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1990s Ball Gowns

1987 Runway Chanel Black Sequin and Tulle Gown
By Chanel Boutique, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Port Hope, ON
This is a very special full-length gown with a drop waist ending in a grosgrain trimmed inverted v
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1980s French Ball Gowns

1960s Max Nugus Couture Light Green Hand Painted Gown
By Max Nugus
Located in San Francisco, CA
1960s Max Nugus Couture Light Green Hand Painted Gown This vintage haute-couture gown is in
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1960s American Ball Gowns

Couture 1960s Burnt Orange Silk Chiffon Gown with Crystal Bead Embellishment
Located in London, GB
, however it is a rare and remarkable piece of couture. This gown is in excellent vintage condition with
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1960s British Ball Gowns

F/W 1989 Oscar de la Renta Runway Chartreuse Chiffon Strapless Gown
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in West Hollywood, CA
neckline and floor-length hem, this ethereal Oscar de la Renta gown is the perfect vintage piece for your
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1980s American Ball Gowns

Yves Saint Laurent Vintage red silk Dress
Located in Carnate, IT
30cm chest 42cm waist 35cm length 140cm very good condition. Vintage piece
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18th Century and Earlier Ball Gowns

1950s Black Strapless Tulle and Sequinned Dress with Bow Design
Located in London, GB
This 1950s black tulle gown was created by an unknown British couture salon, and is very
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1950s British Ball Gowns

1997 Runway Bob Mackie Navy Blue Embellished Bodice Dress
By Bob Mackie
Located in London, GB
gown is in excellent vintage condition with no flaws to the beadwork or taffeta and looks barely worn
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1990s American Ball Gowns

1986 Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Black Velvet and Jacquard Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
in black silk and silk tulle. A strapless version of this gown walked the runway in the 1986 show
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1980s French Ball Gowns

John Galliano Burgundy Lace Ballgown Skirt & Corset Top
By John Galliano
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is delighted to offer a romantic vintage John Galliano red evening ensemble
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Early 2000s French Ball Gowns

VERA WANG 'Made to Order' Silk Blue Cocktail Dress with Lace Trim Size 6-8
By Vera Wang
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Vera Wang gown is composed of blue silk with embellished silver lace trim . There is a
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20th Century American Ball Gowns

Oscar de la Renta for Fred Hayman Beverly Hills 1986 Houston Museum Dress US 6
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Montgomery, TX
Vintage Oscar de la Renta for Fred Hayman Beverly Hills Matelassé Evening Dress Gown Designer size
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Late 20th Century American Ball Gowns

1950s Blanes Black Taffeta Rose Applique Dress
Located in London, GB
This 1950s black taffeta ball dress by quality British brand Blanes, is perfect for a black or
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1950s British Ball Gowns

1950s Magenta Jacquard Print Floral Evening Dress
Located in London, GB
evening gown with good technique and classic construction details in a fine quality jacquard fabric
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1950s British Ball Gowns

1950s Turquoise Layered Tulle Net Halterneck Dress
Located in London, GB
reminds us of the Disney Princess dress worn by Cinderella at the ball. There are three layers to the
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1950s American Ball Gowns

1980s Victor Costa Christmas Maxi Dress
By Victor Costa
Located in Miami, FL
but would fit a small based on the measurements. Good vintage condition. Looks to have maybe only
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1980s American Ball Gowns

1990s Bespoke Embellished Lace and Crystal Turquoise Dress
Located in London, GB
occasion or event. In wonderful vintage condition, she is without fault and best suited for up to a small
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1990s Italian Ball Gowns

Red Valentino Black Jersey Evening Balloon Sheath Dress 2000s NWT
By REDValentino, Valentino
Located in Brindisi, Bt
Red Valentino 2000s vintage black dress. Elegant short balloon model, with elastic and waistband
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Early 2000s Italian Ball Gowns

1950s Worth Haute Couture Pink and White Tulle Dress With Organza Bud Appliqués
By Charles Worth
Located in London, GB
fantastic vintage condition and highly collectable. For the connoisseur, museums or serious collectors of
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1950s British Ball Gowns

Vintage Muriel Martin For Harvey Nichols Ball Gown
Located in London, GB
A pretty vintage sage green silk ball gown /evening gown by Muriel Martin. The gown has a boat
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1960s British Evening Dresses and Gowns

Valentino Boutique Leopard Printed Ball Gown
By Valentino Garavani
Located in Milano, IT
gown is the ultimate vintage piece. The sweetheart neckline and fitted silhouette flatter the figure
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1990s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Incredible Vintage David Fielden 80s Black Silk Sequin Tulle British Ball Gown
By DAVID FIELDEN
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning vintage 1980s DAVID FIELDEN black silk and tulle sequin Avant Garde evening dress
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1980s English Evening Gowns

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
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1980s American Evening Dresses

Incredible Vintage Rose Taft 1950s Style Black + Brown Lace + Silk Taffeta Gown
By ROSE TAFT
Located in San Diego, CA
Insanely gorgeous vintage ROSE TAFT black and brown 1950s 50s style couture strapless gown
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Late 20th Century American Evening Gowns

Donna Karan One Shoulder Red Gown With Large Shawl
By Donna Karan
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage Donna Karan one shoulder reddish orange silk taffeta ball gown with gown side slit. Gown
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Early 2000s American Evening Gowns

ROBERTO CAVALLI 2006 Vintage red floral logo ruffle blouseIT44 L skirt IT42 M
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ROBERTO CAVALLI 2006 Vintage red floral logo ruffle blouseIT44 L skirt IT42 M Reference: TGAS
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

1978 YSL Yves Saint Laurent Green Silk Taffeta Blouse and Skirt Set
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Munich, DE
/1978 collection. The ensemble comprises of a tiered and ruffled high waisted full length ball gown
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1970s French Evening Gowns

Adolfo 1980’s Black Wool Knit Rhinestone Embellished Dress- Size 6
By Adolfo
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
ball buttons. The dress has a 16” back zipper. The dress is in excellent vintage condition, is
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1980s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Katy Rodriguez Black Ball Gown Skirt
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to present a vintage Katy Rodriguez black ballgown dress featuring
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Early 2000s American Skirts

Versace LIMITED EDITION $5000 USD Black Crystal Mini Party Embellished Dress
By Versace
Located in Melbourne, VIC
mini dress shimmers like a disco ball. This piece features '90s-inspired cowl neckline and iconic greca
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2010s Cocktail Dresses

Balenciaga Black Polka Dot Silk Mini Dress, 1990s
By Balenciaga
Located in Boca Raton, FL
-ball buttons that mimic the polka dot dress pattern. In excellent condition, this dress has been
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1990s French Cocktail Dresses

1970s Jay Morley for Fern Violette Size 6 Abstract Mosaic Print 70s Maxi Dress
By Jay Morley, Jay Morley For Fern Violette
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing vintage 70s JAY MORLEY for FERN VIOLETTE short sleeve 70s maxi dress ! Jay Morley was a
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1970s American Maxi Dress

1960s Mod Brocade Dress, Don Sophisticates
By Don Sophisticates
Located in Alford, MA
with rhinestone-ball pull up to its mock turtleneck, short sleeves, and small patch pockets; there is a
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Mid-20th Century American Shift Cocktail Dresses

Yves Saint Laurent Floral Silk Long Sleeve Mini Dress YSL, 1980s
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Boca Raton, FL
wedding, cocktail party, or special occasion. This vintage Yves Saint Laurent mini dress is unlined and
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1980s French Mini Dress

BYBLOS Silk Taffeta Skirt, 1980's
By Byblos
Located in Atlanta, GA
Dramatic 1980's Byblos skirt with a full ball gown style silhouette in a colorful silk blend
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1980s Italian Flare Skirts

BYBLOS Silk Taffeta Skirt, 1980's
BYBLOS Silk Taffeta Skirt, 1980's
Size: IT 42 (Best Fits U.S. Size 6)
Vera Wang On Weddings by Vera Wang Large Hardcover Book
By Vera Wang
Located in North Hollywood, CA
vision and reflects current fashion trends. Her dresses range from romantic ball gowns to sleek and
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21st Century and Contemporary American Fashion Books

1990's Oscar De La Renta Silk Pink and Green Blouse
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in North Hollywood, CA
the years, as the large selection of items below attests, but whether bolero or ball gown, vintage or
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21st Century and Contemporary Blouses

1960s Moroccan Caftan Emerald Green and Gold Metallic Brocade Kaftan
Located in North Hollywood, CA
is made in the traditional form of a Vintage Moroccan kaftan using metallic brocade fabric. It is
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20th Century Moroccan Kaftans

Stunning Vintage Bill Blass Lipstick Red Strapless Silk Mermaid Dress / Gown
By Bill Blass
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning vintage Bill Blass red silk Mermaid dress! Vibrant liptick red color, with intriicate
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1980s American Evening Gowns

Scaasi Beautiful Royal Purple Vintage Ball Gown
By Arnold Scaasi
Located in New York, NY
Very elegant and beautiful. Magnificent rich purple color. Portrait off shoulders neckline. Silk velvet bodice with 3 tiers silk satin skirt. size states 10. measurements are: Bu...
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1980s American Ball Gowns

1950's Organza Ball Gown with Floral Detailing
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage anonymous ball gown dates to the 1950's and is made of multiple layers of cream silk
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1950s Unknown Ball Gowns

1950's Lipstick Red Silk Chiffon Ball Gown
Located in London, GB
Striking 1950's ball gown in red silk chiffon. The dress features a ruched boned bodice and a gold
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1950s Ball Gowns

Mary McFadden Couture Vintage Black Evening Gown 4
By Mary McFadden
Located in New York City, NY
Mary McFadden Couture vintage 1980s strapless black evening gown with luxurious structured boned
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1980s Ball Gowns

Vintage BILL BLASS 1970's Duchess silk satin gown
By Bill Blass
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Vintage BILL BLASS 1970's Duchess silk satin gown. The gown has an amazing shape, and is
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1970s American Ball Gowns

Vintage Escada Navy Sheer Glitter Sleeve Gown SZ 38
By Escada
Located in Chicago, IL
Long sheer sleeves have glitter detailing. Low crossover V-neck. Crossover style skirt starts at empire waist. Zip closure down back. Additional Measurements: Measurements: Sl...
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Late 20th Century German Ball Gowns

Zandra Rhodes Vintage Disney inspired Gown/ dress like a wrinkle in time
By Zandra Rhodes
Located in New York, NY
Rare and absolutely stunning ! Zandra Rhodes is known for her theatrical and beautifully choreographed catwalk shows. The If You Wish Upon a Star collection of 1987 was no exception...
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1980s British Ball Gowns

Vintage Bob Mackie Black Velvet Multicolor Embellished LS Mock Neck Gown SZ 14
By Bob Mackie
Located in Chicago, IL
Black velvet long sleeve gown from Bob Mackie features multicolor beads and silver-tone rhinestone
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Late 20th Century American Ball Gowns

1960s Malcolm Starr Beaded Silk Gown
By Malcolm Starr
Located in Bozeman, MT
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1960s Ball Gowns

1970'S Orange Gold & Black Brocade Gown
Located in London, GB
Stunning 1970's ball gown in orange and black brocade. The bright orange top gathers softly at the
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1970s Ball Gowns

1950's Nettie Rosenstein Lace Evening Gown
By Nettie Rosenstein
Located in Yucca Valley, CA
Bustown Modern is so proud to present this stunning 1950's Nettie Rosenstein lace evening gown. A
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1950s Ball Gowns

1940s Black Silk Gown w/ Illusion Lace, Howard Greer Attribution
By Howard Greer
Located in Bozeman, MT
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1940s American Ball Gowns

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Vintage Ball Gown For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate vintage or contemporary vintage ball gown for your needs in our varied inventory. Many people prefer Black, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find Gray, Beige and more options on these pages. If you’re looking for a vintage ball gown from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. Finding an appealing accessory such as this — no matter the origin — is easy, but Oscar De La Renta, Bill Blass and Carolyne Roehm each produced a popular version that is worth a look. Finding a vintage ball gown for sale for women should be easy, but there are 1 pieces available to browse for men as well.

How Much is a Vintage Ball Gown?

On average, a vintage ball gown on 1stDibs sells for $918, while they’re typically $360 on the low end and $15,500 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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.

Questions About Vintage Ball Gown
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Ball gowns are sometimes called evening gowns or gowns. It is also technically correct to refer to a ball gown as a dress. However, the term dress can also describe pieces that are more casual than gowns. Shop a range of ball gowns from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
    The difference between a ball gown and a long gown depends on the context. Some people may use these two terms interchangeably as names for any full-length dress suitable for formal evening wear. Other times, the phrase “ball gown” may refer to a specific style of gown, namely, one that features a fitted bodice and a full skirt, often composed of layers of netting and tulle. In this case, “long gown” would be a more general term than “ball gown,” describing any formal full-length dress, and a ball gown would be one type of long gown. Explore a collection of evening gowns on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A ball gown dress and a princess dress are different names for the same style of cut in a wedding dress. This style of dress features a flattering fitted bodice and a full, voluminous skirt that flares out at the waist. The term ball gown is associated with more volume in the skirt than the term princess dress. Browse 1stDibs to find a beautiful array of wedding dresses from top boutiques around the world.

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