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Vintage Beaded Wedding Gowns

1960s Hong Kong Beaded White Silk Crepe Fishtail Wedding Gown
1960s Hong Kong Beaded White Silk Crepe Fishtail Wedding Gown

1960s Hong Kong Beaded White Silk Crepe Fishtail Wedding Gown

Located in Gresham, OR

1960s Hong Kong Beaded White Silk Crepe Fishtail Wedding Gown: A mint condition, curvaceous and

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1960s Hong Kong Vintage Beaded Wedding Gowns

JEWELS Vintage 1950's Iridescent Beaded Gown Wedding Size 8-12
JEWELS Vintage 1950's Iridescent Beaded Gown Wedding Size 8-12

JEWELS Vintage 1950's Iridescent Beaded Gown Wedding Size 8-12

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This dress is composed of a embellished silk with iridescent beading and sequins in a floral pattern. There is a center back zipper closure. In excellent vintage condition. **...

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1950s Hong Kong Vintage Beaded Wedding Gowns

Bob Mackie 1970's White Long Sleeved Fully Beaded Gown
Bob Mackie 1970's White Long Sleeved Fully Beaded Gown

Bob Mackie 1970's White Long Sleeved Fully Beaded Gown

By Bob Mackie

Located in Los Angeles, CA

fully beaded construction catches light with every movement. Versatile enough for bridal moments or

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1970s Vintage Beaded Wedding Gowns

Badgley Mischka Attributed Ivory Beaded Lace Silk Bridal Gown, Circa 2000
Badgley Mischka Attributed Ivory Beaded Lace Silk Bridal Gown, Circa 2000

Badgley Mischka Attributed Ivory Beaded Lace Silk Bridal Gown, Circa 2000

By Badgley Mischka

Located in Kingston, NY

An exceptional and exquisitely constructed bridal gown attributed to Badgley Mischka, dating to the

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1990s American Vintage Beaded Wedding Gowns

RICHARD TYLER COUTURE 1996 Vintage Champagne Beaded Corset Bridal Wedding
RICHARD TYLER COUTURE 1996 Vintage Champagne Beaded Corset Bridal Wedding

RICHARD TYLER COUTURE 1996 Vintage Champagne Beaded Corset Bridal Wedding

By Richard Tyler Couture

Located in Leonardo, NJ

different lights, the perfect neutral between gold and silver The beads are silver colored The top has hard

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1990s Vintage Beaded Wedding Gowns

VICTOR COSTA Off White Iridescent Strapless Beaded Gown Size 2 4
VICTOR COSTA Off White Iridescent Strapless Beaded Gown Size 2 4

VICTOR COSTA Off White Iridescent Strapless Beaded Gown Size 2 4

By Victor Costa

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Victor Costa gown is composed of an off white layered mesh with iridescent cascading beaded

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20th Century American Vintage Beaded Wedding Gowns

Michael Novarese Beaded Silk Two-Piece Cocktail Dress Ensemble, Circa 1960
Michael Novarese Beaded Silk Two-Piece Cocktail Dress Ensemble, Circa 1960

Michael Novarese Beaded Silk Two-Piece Cocktail Dress Ensemble, Circa 1960

By Michael Novarese

Located in Kingston, NY

silver beadwork across the bodice—executed in a complex floral and vine motif that combines faceted beads

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1960s American Vintage Beaded Wedding Gowns

1960s Gunne Sax Cream Linen Mini Corset Dress with Wooden Beads
1960s Gunne Sax Cream Linen Mini Corset Dress with Wooden Beads

1960s Gunne Sax Cream Linen Mini Corset Dress with Wooden Beads

Located in London, GB

shoulders and the mini corset bust, the white rope is laced and finished with a spherical wooden bead. The

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1960s American Vintage Beaded Wedding Gowns

White Lace Beaded/Pearl Gown
White Lace Beaded/Pearl Gown

White Lace Beaded/Pearl Gown

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This charming mermaid silhouette beaded gown is such a stunner.It has tulle underlay for extra

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1980s Vintage Beaded Wedding Gowns

Vintage Bob Mackie S/S 1997 White Gown with White Beaded Bodice
Vintage Bob Mackie S/S 1997 White Gown with White Beaded Bodice

Vintage Bob Mackie S/S 1997 White Gown with White Beaded Bodice

By Bob Mackie

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Elevate your bridal style with our Bob Mackie White Gown. This off-shoulder gown features a

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1990s Vintage Beaded Wedding Gowns

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Vintage 1950s White Tulle Beaded Wedding Dress
Vintage 1950s White Tulle Beaded Wedding Dress

Vintage 1950s White Tulle Beaded Wedding Dress

Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI

➳ vintage 1950s wedding dress * gorgeous white tulle * acetate lining * nude illusion bodice

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1950s Vintage Beaded Wedding Gowns

Ted Lapidus Paris 1970's Beaded Sequin Halter Evening Dress
Ted Lapidus Paris 1970's Beaded Sequin Halter Evening Dress

Ted Lapidus Paris 1970's Beaded Sequin Halter Evening Dress

By Ted Lapidus Paris, Ted Lapidus

Located in Cloverdale, CA

Ted Lapidus Paris 1970's Beaded Sequin Halter Evening Dress. This is so pretty, reminds me of

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1970s French Vintage Beaded Wedding Gowns

Bob Mackie 1980's Pink Beaded Plunging Wrap Style Dress Size 12
Bob Mackie 1980's Pink Beaded Plunging Wrap Style Dress Size 12

Bob Mackie 1980's Pink Beaded Plunging Wrap Style Dress Size 12

By Bob Mackie

Located in Cloverdale, CA

Bob Mackie 1980's Pink Beaded Plunging Wrap Style Dress . This is from his Los Angeles produced

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1970s American Vintage Beaded Wedding Gowns

1965 Valentino Haute Couture Museum-Held Beaded Lamé Ivory Lace Mod Shift Dress
1965 Valentino Haute Couture Museum-Held Beaded Lamé Ivory Lace Mod Shift Dress

1965 Valentino Haute Couture Museum-Held Beaded Lamé Ivory Lace Mod Shift Dress

By Valentino Garavani, Valentino Couture

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

An absolutely stunning and highly coveted Valentino haute couture beaded, rhinestone-prong tiered

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1960s Italian Vintage Beaded Wedding Gowns

1960's White Beaded V Neck Gown
1960's White Beaded V Neck Gown

1960's White Beaded V Neck Gown

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Our 1960's White Beaded V Neck Gown features a classic silhouette and a flattering v neckline

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1960s Vintage Beaded Wedding Gowns

90s Bob Mackie Black Beaded Racer Back Gown
90s Bob Mackie Black Beaded Racer Back Gown

90s Bob Mackie Black Beaded Racer Back Gown

By Bob Mackie

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

90s Bob Mackie Black crepe beaded racer back gown. Perfect for black tie or bridal. Fit size 4-6

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1990s American Vintage Beaded Wedding Gowns

Bob Mackie Spring 1989 White Beaded Mesh Gown
Bob Mackie Spring 1989 White Beaded Mesh Gown

Bob Mackie Spring 1989 White Beaded Mesh Gown

By Bob Mackie

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Step into timeless elegance with this exquisite Bob Mackie white mesh gown, designed to captivate

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1990s Vintage Beaded Wedding Gowns

Vintage 1950s 50s Rhinestone + Beaded Off-White Cocktail or Wedding Dress
Vintage 1950s 50s Rhinestone + Beaded Off-White Cocktail or Wedding Dress

Vintage 1950s 50s Rhinestone + Beaded Off-White Cocktail or Wedding Dress

Located in Sparks, NV

rhinestone and beaded bodice. The skirt on the dress is full with extra pleated in the back for a "train

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1950s American Vintage Beaded Wedding Gowns

Beaded Cotton Faille Dress
Beaded Cotton Faille Dress

Beaded Cotton Faille Dress

Located in New Hope, PA

dress would make a wonderful wedding gown. The dress has a scoop neckline and fitted

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1960s American Vintage Beaded Wedding Gowns

1970's White w/ Silver Beaded Halter Dress
1970's White w/ Silver Beaded Halter Dress

1970's White w/ Silver Beaded Halter Dress

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The dress of your dreams! This whimsical 1970's White w/ Silver Beaded Halter Dress features a v

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1970s Vintage Beaded Wedding Gowns

VICKY TIEL White Beaded Pearl Accent Cocktail Dress Size 4
VICKY TIEL White Beaded Pearl Accent Cocktail Dress Size 4

VICKY TIEL White Beaded Pearl Accent Cocktail Dress Size 4

By Vicky Tiel

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Vicky Tiel dress is composed of a white pearl accent beaded fabric, with ruching and gathers

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20th Century French Vintage Beaded Wedding Gowns

1980's Vintage Bob Mackie White Gown with White Beaded Bodice
1980's Vintage Bob Mackie White Gown with White Beaded Bodice

1980's Vintage Bob Mackie White Gown with White Beaded Bodice

By Bob Mackie

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Elevate your bridal style with our 1980's Bob Mackie White Gown. This off-shoulder gown features a

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1980s Vintage Beaded Wedding Gowns

LES HABITUDES 90's Vintage Couture Silk Hand-Beaded Evening Gown Bridal Wedding
LES HABITUDES 90's Vintage Couture Silk Hand-Beaded Evening Gown Bridal Wedding

LES HABITUDES 90's Vintage Couture Silk Hand-Beaded Evening Gown Bridal Wedding

Located in Leonardo, NJ

Les Habitudes Couture Vintage 1990's Entirely hand-made in England Hours upon hours went into this dress This dress is heavy Backless open back Pullover 100% silk Victorian style wit...

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1990s Vintage Beaded Wedding Gowns

Backless 1970s Heavily Beaded Gown with Plunging V and High Slit
Backless 1970s Heavily Beaded Gown with Plunging V and High Slit

Backless 1970s Heavily Beaded Gown with Plunging V and High Slit

Located in New York, NY

Backless 1970s Heavily Beaded Gown with Plunging V and High Slit very Halston but no label.

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1970s Unknown Vintage Beaded Wedding Gowns

Beautiful Tailored Edwardian Style Beaded Silk Chiffon Dress
Beautiful Tailored Edwardian Style Beaded Silk Chiffon Dress

Beautiful Tailored Edwardian Style Beaded Silk Chiffon Dress

Located in Port Hope, ON

So many details to this dress: beaded and sequined; high collar; fully lined; blouson back; extra

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Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Beaded Wedding Gowns

AJ BARI White Gown with Open Beaded Back
AJ BARI White Gown with Open Beaded Back

AJ BARI White Gown with Open Beaded Back

By A.J. Bari

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Please contact dealer prior to purchase for White Glove shipping options. AJ BARI White Gown

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1990s American Vintage Beaded Wedding Gowns

1998 Christian Dior by John Galliano Ivory Silk Beaded Tassels Grecian Gown
1998 Christian Dior by John Galliano Ivory Silk Beaded Tassels Grecian Gown

1998 Christian Dior by John Galliano Ivory Silk Beaded Tassels Grecian Gown

By John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

A totally enchanting and incredibly rare Christian Dior ivory floral silk asymmetric bias-cut gown

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1990s French Vintage Beaded Wedding Gowns

Vintage 1960's Malcolm Starr Beaded Ivory Silk-Chiffon Empire Bridal Dress Gown
Vintage 1960's Malcolm Starr Beaded Ivory Silk-Chiffon Empire Bridal Dress Gown

Vintage 1960's Malcolm Starr Beaded Ivory Silk-Chiffon Empire Bridal Dress Gown

By Malcolm Starr, Elinor Simmons for Malcolm Starr

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

evening gown does not disappoint. The substantial weight of the draped silk chiffon fabric whispers high

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1960s American Vintage Beaded Wedding Gowns

1960's Malcolm Starr Beaded Ivory Silk Chiffon Empire Goddess Bridal Dress Gown
1960's Malcolm Starr Beaded Ivory Silk Chiffon Empire Goddess Bridal Dress Gown

1960's Malcolm Starr Beaded Ivory Silk Chiffon Empire Goddess Bridal Dress Gown

By Malcolm Starr, Elinor Simmons for Malcolm Starr

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

evening gown does not disappoint! The substantial weight of the draped silk chiffon fabric whispers high

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1960s American Vintage Beaded Wedding Gowns

1960s Helen Rose Beaded Cocktail Dress
1960s Helen Rose Beaded Cocktail Dress

1960s Helen Rose Beaded Cocktail Dress

By Helen Rose

Located in Los Angeles, CA

beads. Empire bodice has a low scoop neck and is covered in geometric-deco rounded bands of beadwork

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1960s American Vintage Beaded Wedding Gowns

Vintage 1950's Beaded Grapevine Motif Hand-Knit Sequin Wool Hourglass Dress
Vintage 1950's Beaded Grapevine Motif Hand-Knit Sequin Wool Hourglass Dress

Vintage 1950's Beaded Grapevine Motif Hand-Knit Sequin Wool Hourglass Dress

By Saks Fifth Avenue

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

touch. It is definitely one of the more intricate beaded pieces I have ever seen from this time period

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1950s American Vintage Beaded Wedding Gowns

1950's Gene Shelly Pale-Pink Sequin Beaded Hourglass Gown
1950's Gene Shelly Pale-Pink Sequin Beaded Hourglass Gown

1950's Gene Shelly Pale-Pink Sequin Beaded Hourglass Gown

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

, featuring pearl-beadwork around white glass-beads. The base is a champange-pink soft wool-knit and the

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1950s Vintage Beaded Wedding Gowns

1920's Ivory-White Filet Crochet Lace & Beaded Silk-Net Gown
1920's Ivory-White Filet Crochet Lace & Beaded Silk-Net Gown

1920's Ivory-White Filet Crochet Lace & Beaded Silk-Net Gown

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

yet the abundance of handmade filet crochet-lace and beaded silk-net is a treasure trove of antique

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20th Century Edwardian Vintage Beaded Wedding Gowns

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By Studio Variously

Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI

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2010s Nepalese Vintage Beaded Wedding Gowns

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Vintage Patrick Kelly " Barcode " Black & White Avant Garde Mini Dress

Vintage Patrick Kelly " Barcode " Black & White Avant Garde Mini Dress

By Patrick Kelly

Located in San Diego, CA

Incredibly rare vintage Patrick Kelly "Barcode" dress! Black and white barcode print throughout. Stunning shape, that is very flattering on the body. Looks great alone, or belted. Fu...

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1990s French Vintage Beaded Wedding Gowns

Vintage Gianfranco Ferre 1990s Brown + White Zebra Jeweled BodyCon Jersey Dress
Vintage Gianfranco Ferre 1990s Brown + White Zebra Jeweled BodyCon Jersey Dress

Vintage Gianfranco Ferre 1990s Brown + White Zebra Jeweled BodyCon Jersey Dress

By Gianfranco Ferré

Located in San Diego, CA

Amazing vintage GIANFRANCO FERRE (early 90s) brown and white abstract zebra printed rayon jersey BodyCon dress! Features incredible Amber and green crystal jewels below bust. Intrica...

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1990s Italian Vintage Beaded Wedding Gowns

1990s Diane Von Furstenberg ' Leaf ' Print Safari Strapless Cotton Blouse
1990s Diane Von Furstenberg ' Leaf ' Print Safari Strapless Cotton Blouse

1990s Diane Von Furstenberg ' Leaf ' Print Safari Strapless Cotton Blouse

By Diane von Furstenberg

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful 90s Diane Von Furstenberg green and white cotton strapless top! 3-D leaf print, with a trapeze/free flowing waist. Buttons at top back. Can easily be dressed day to night. ...

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1990s Indian Vintage Beaded Wedding Gowns

Vintage Guy Laroche Light Pink Skirt Suit Made in France
Vintage Guy Laroche Light Pink Skirt Suit Made in France

Vintage Guy Laroche Light Pink Skirt Suit Made in France

By Guy Laroche

Located in San Diego, CA

Pretty vintage Guy Laroche light pink skirt suit! Extremely flattering fit on a gorgeous color! Amazing cut on both the blazer and skirt! Perfect together, yet great as separates! Ma...

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1990s French Vintage Beaded Wedding Gowns

GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Ruby Red Wool Button Front Dress
GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Ruby Red Wool Button Front Dress

GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Ruby Red Wool Button Front Dress

By Givenchy, Alexander McQueen

Located in Thiensville, WI

GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Ruby Red Wool Knit Fitted Button Front Dress Circa: 1998 Label(s): Givenchy / Couture / Made In France / Paris / 8HG 8520152830 Desig...

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1990s French Vintage Beaded Wedding Gowns

Giorgio Armani 1990s 90s Vintage Khaki / Light Green Herringbone Blazer Jacket
Giorgio Armani 1990s 90s Vintage Khaki / Light Green Herringbone Blazer Jacket

Giorgio Armani 1990s 90s Vintage Khaki / Light Green Herringbone Blazer Jacket

By Giorgio Armani

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautifully tailored vintage Giorgio Armani blazer! This fitted blazer is a khaki/ on the verge of light green, with herringbone print throughout. Two pockets at each side of the wai...

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1990s Italian Vintage Beaded Wedding Gowns

Celine Brown Cut out Back Dress with Bead Trim S/S 2003
Celine Brown Cut out Back Dress with Bead Trim S/S 2003

Celine Brown Cut out Back Dress with Bead Trim S/S 2003

By Celine, Michael Kors

Located in Water Mill, NY

A very chic brown jersey dress by Michael Kors for Celine. It has rows of brown wooden bead adorned fine straps emanating from the front neckline which extend over the shoulders cros...

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Early 2000s French Vintage Beaded Wedding Gowns

Hermès Vintage Pola Purse Clutch Evening Bag 2 ways Black Ostrich Golden Hdw
Hermès Vintage Pola Purse Clutch Evening Bag 2 ways Black Ostrich Golden Hdw

Hermès Vintage Pola Purse Clutch Evening Bag 2 ways Black Ostrich Golden Hdw

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Rare and Beautiful Authentic Hermès Purse "Pola" Made in France No stamp but vintage Made of Ostrich Leather and Golden Hardware Ostrich is it a resistant leather, and less sub...

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Late 20th Century French Vintage Beaded Wedding Gowns

GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE S/S 2000 Purple Silk Blouse with Swarovski BUTTONS Y2K
GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE S/S 2000 Purple Silk Blouse with Swarovski BUTTONS Y2K

GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE S/S 2000 Purple Silk Blouse with Swarovski BUTTONS Y2K

By Gianni Versace Couture

Located in Switzerland, CH

Beautiful GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE SS 2000 silk blouse Finest purple silk Versace SS 2000 Jungle Collection Extremely versatile Sexy deep cleavage Swarovski crystal buttons Made in ...

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Early 2000s Italian Vintage Beaded Wedding Gowns

Hippy Style Gold Brocade Robe Coat with Embroidery and Pockets
Hippy Style Gold Brocade Robe Coat with Embroidery and Pockets

Hippy Style Gold Brocade Robe Coat with Embroidery and Pockets

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Unique hand made one- off a kind vintage colorful robe manteau. We offer more excluisive items, view our frontstore Embroidered with sequins and vintage Indian pieces gold brocade...

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20th Century Vintage Beaded Wedding Gowns

Vivienne Westwood taupe lace and knitted adjustable bra, ss 1996
Vivienne Westwood taupe lace and knitted adjustable bra, ss 1996

Vivienne Westwood taupe lace and knitted adjustable bra, ss 1996

By Vivienne Westwood

Located in London, GB

Vivienne Westwood taupe rib-knit bra with lace trim and drawstring bow fastening Spring-Summer 1996

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1990s British Vintage Beaded Wedding Gowns

Vivienne Westwood red wool and gold 'PAGAN KISS' beret, ss 1988
Vivienne Westwood red wool and gold 'PAGAN KISS' beret, ss 1988

Vivienne Westwood red wool and gold 'PAGAN KISS' beret, ss 1988

By Vivienne Westwood

Located in London, GB

Rare Vivienne Westwood red wool beret with gold leaf 'PAGAN KISS' and signature Orb logo. Made for the 'Choice' tour with Sara Stockbridge in 1988. Pagan I, Spring-Summer 1988

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1980s British Vintage Beaded Wedding Gowns

Gucci by Tom Ford S/S 1998 Vintage Leather Straps Black Evening Dress Gown
Gucci by Tom Ford S/S 1998 Vintage Leather Straps Black Evening Dress Gown

Gucci by Tom Ford S/S 1998 Vintage Leather Straps Black Evening Dress Gown

By Gucci

Located in Naples, FL

Gucci by Tom Ford S/S 1998 Vintage Leather Straps Evening Dress Gown IT 42 Black Gucci vintage maxi dress featuring leather straps with metal logo buckles, square neckline, zip clos...

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1990s Vintage Beaded Wedding Gowns

1990s Vintage Tadashi Shoji Black + Nude 90s Sexy Body Con Dress LBD Sz Medium
1990s Vintage Tadashi Shoji Black + Nude 90s Sexy Body Con Dress LBD Sz Medium

1990s Vintage Tadashi Shoji Black + Nude 90s Sexy Body Con Dress LBD Sz Medium

By Tadashi Shoji

Located in San Diego, CA

Sexy 1990s Tadashi Shoji dress! Black stretch that hugs the body in all the right places! Black, with nude peeks of fabric in between at the bust, which evokes just the right amount ...

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1990s American Vintage Beaded Wedding Gowns

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Vintage Beaded Wedding Gowns For Sale on 1stDibs

Browse a vast assortment of vintage beaded wedding gowns for sale on 1stDibs. Many people prefer Gray vintage beaded wedding gowns, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find Beige, Gold and more options on these pages. The ideal items for you are waiting among the distinctive accessories we have available, which include versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 20th Century. There have been many classic iterations of vintage beaded wedding gowns over the years, but those made by Bob Mackie, Saks Fifth Avenue and A.J. Bari are often thought to be among the most stylish.

How Much are Vintage Beaded Wedding Gowns?

Prices for vintage beaded wedding gowns can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $225 and can go as high as $6,500, while these items, on average, fetch $1,320.

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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