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Richilene Cocktail Dress
By Richilene
Located in New York, NY
Charming cocktail dress by Richilene. Bodice heavily embroidered with black and iridiscent sequins with white glass and white chenille floss florals.
1970S Pink & Purple Floral Cocktail Dress
Located in New York, NY
1970S Pink & Purple Floral Cocktail Dress
Vintage 1950s Cocktail Dress
Located in London, GB
A head turning cocktail dress from the 1950s. The dress has a deep v neckline and backline. with a flared skirt and wonderful velvet flowers and detail on the hem.
Chic Vintage Cocktail Dress
Located in London, GB
A chic vintage cocktail dress in black and white. The dress has a black body , and black and white bodice.
Vintage Blue Cocktail Dress
Located in London, GB
A pretty headturning cocktail dress. The dress is in a blue fabric with gold and silver embellishment.
Moutard knit cocktail dress Guy Laroche
By Guy Laroche
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Moutard knit cocktail dress . Knit composition: 50% cotton, 50% acetate.
Vintage Silk Cocktail Dress
Located in London, GB
A chic vintage cocktail dress in a pretty yellow/gold colour . The dress has a scoop neckline, front and back with small gathering at the waist.
1990S Behnaz Sarafpour Black Silk Cocktail Dress
Located in New York, NY
1990S Behnaz Sarafpour Black Silk Cocktail Dress
1970S Halston Cream Beaded Silk Cocktail Dress
By Halston
Located in New York, NY
1970S Halston Cream Beaded Silk Cocktail Dress
Anna Molinari black cocktail dress
By Anna Molinari
Located in New York, NY
Anna Molonari black cocktail dress has an open back feature. The back length measeures 30 3/4".
1990S GIANNI VERSACE Black & Nude Cocktail Dress
By Gianni Versace Couture
Located in New York, NY
1990S GIANNI VERSACE Black & Nude Cocktail Dress
Chanel vintage chiffon cocktail dress
By Chanel Boutique
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Vintage printed chiffon and gold chain bustier cocktail's dress with Chanel "boutique" label Back width = 40cm French Size 40
Chanel Couture Chiffon Cocktail Dress
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Couture,apricot tone, sleeveless, chiffon, chemise style, cocktail dress, having diagonal, pleating detail and a gathered tiered hem.
Black satin cocktail dress THIERRY MUGLER
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black satin cocktail dress. Snap closure on the middle front and on the cuffs.
Yellow rayon knit sleeveless cocktail dress ALAIA
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Yellow rayon knit sleeveless cocktail dress. Zip closure on the middle back. SIZE 36/ S
Vintage Blue Raw Silk Cocktail Dress
Located in London, GB
A chic vintage sky blue raw silk cocktail dress. This shift style vintage cocktail dress has pretty bead detail on the neckline , arm holes and hem It is fully line with a central ba...
Red crepe cocktail dress UNGARO PARALLELE
By Emanuel Ungaro
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Red crepe cocktail dress. Rayon lining. Pocket on both side.
Vintage Jean Varon Cocktail Dress
By Jean Varon
Located in London, GB
A chic vintage cocktail dress by British designer Jane Varon. The dress has a v neckline ,elbow length sleeves, a net underskirt, and peplum like detail.
Vintage 1950s Cinch Cocktail Dress
Located in London, GB
A chic vintage cocktail dress with shawl collar with fringe detail .
Silk Printed short-sleeve cocktail dress Bloomingdale's
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Silk Printed short-sleeve cocktail dress. Acetate lining. Zip closure on the middle back.
Tweed lurex cocktail dress Karl Lagerfeld
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Tweed lurex cocktail dress. Fabric composition: 63% polyester, 36% acrylic, 1% another fiber.
Vintage Cocktail Dress by Hagarty
Located in London, GB
A great cocktail dress by Irish designer Hagarty. In a lovely devorre like fabric the dress has a v backline , gathered puff sleaves and a full skirt.
Galanos Lace Cocktail Dress
By Galanos
Located in New York, NY
Galanos, lace and silk crepe, long sleeve, cocktail dress . Red lace outer layer having a floral ribbon embroidery detail over a yellow silk crepe, creating a dramatic color effect.
Moschino black "Ribbon" cocktail dress
By Moschino
Located in New York, NY
Moschino black cocktail dress has long 41" length ribbons on both shoulders, front and back.
Navy blue crêpe cocktail dress CHANEL Boutique
By Chanel Boutique
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Navy blue crêpe cocktail dress . Gold metal button and buttonhole closure on the front and on the cuffs.
Vintage Cocktail Dress by Neusteters
By Neusteters
Located in London, GB
A chic gold cocktail dress, ideal for the party season. The dress has a round neckline, and is fully lined with a central back zip and attractive petal /layered detail on the front.
Vintage Cresta Couture Cocktail Dress
Located in London, GB
A pretty vintage cocktail dress by Cresta Couture . The dress is in a pistachio green colour and has a round neckline, full skirt with bow detail, central back zip and layers of pett...
Jean Louis Black Lace Cocktail Dress
By Jean Louis
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a black cocktail dress by Jean Louis, from the 1980's. The dress as pictured has lace long sleeves and illusion bodice with a peplum.
1950S Cream & Black Lace Tulle Strapless Cocktail Dress
Located in New York, NY
1950S Cream & Black Lace Tulle Strapless Cocktail Dress
Vintage 1950s Black Cocktail Dress
Located in London, GB
A chic vintage cocktail dress for the festive season. The dress has a boat neckline, with cap sleaves and rouching at the waist.
Corail lurex knit cocktail dress PAULINE TRIGERE
By Pauline Trigère
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Corail lurex knit cocktail dress. Belt in the same knit. Zip closure on the middle back and snap closure on the back of the collar .
Vintage Worth Black Cocktail Dress
By Worth
Located in London, GB
A chic vintage cocktail dress by Worth. The dress is wonderfully constructed with internal boning, and is fully lined with a central back zip.
Chanel vintage red chiffon cocktail dress
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel Boutique
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Vintage red chiffon bustier cocktail's dress with Chanel "boutique" label Back width = 40cm French Size 34
Bruce Oldfield Silk Cocktail Dress
By Bruce Oldfield
Located in London, GB
A chic cocktail dress by British designer Bruce Oldfield.
Vintage Didier Ludot Cocktail Dress
Located in London, GB
A chic cocktail dress by Didier Ludot , Paris. The dress has a deep v neckline, short sleaves, two pocketss at the front, and is decorated with bead edged circles.
1990S Sapphire Blue Silk Duchess Satin Cocktail Dress
Located in New York, NY
Some slight fading 1990S Sapphire Blue Silk Duchess Satin Cocktail Dress
Vintage Tomasz Starzewski Cocktail Dress
By Tomasz Starzewski
Located in London, GB
A chic cocktail dress by Tomasz Starzewski in a colourful raw silk.
Black wrap crêpe cocktail dress THIERRY MUGLER
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black wrap crêpe cocktail dress . Snap closure on the waist. Pocket on both side.
Vintage Victor Costa Cocktail Dress
By Victor Costa
Located in London, GB
A chic cocktail dress by Victor Costa . The dress is strapless with the body of the dress covered in sequins with a velvet band at the top and hem.
Vintage Herve Leger Cocktail Dress
By Herve Léger
Located in London, GB
A chic cocktail dress by Herve Leger. The dress is in an attractive dark aubergine colour with black sparkle detail on the shoulder straps, front and back.
Vintage Alma Couture Cocktail Dress
By Alma Couture
Located in London, GB
A colourful and fun vintage cocktail dress by Alma Couture. The front of the dress is in bands of different colours with bead detail.
Printed and draped cocktail dress DIOR 2
By Christian Dior
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Printed and draped cocktail dress. Main fabric composition: 100% silk.
Galanos Draped Crepe Cocktail Dress
By Galanos
Located in New York, NY
James Galanos, 3 ply, silk crepe, cocktail dress, having long sleeves with a deep v neck at the center.
1990S Alberta Ferretti Ecru Rayon Cocktail Dress
By Alberta Ferretti
Located in New York, NY
1990S Alberta Ferreti Ecru Rayon Cocktail Dress
Lurex cocktail dress CHRISTIAN DIOR BOUTIQUE
By Christian Dior
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Lurex cocktail dress with silk lining. Decorative button on the front and invisible zip closure on the middle front.
Vintage Dusty Pink Lace Cocktail Dress
By MELBRAY of LONDON
Located in London, GB
A pretty dusty pink lace vintage cocktail dress . The has a drop waist , a v backline, central back zip and is fully lined.
Grey satin sleeveless cocktail dress Emanuel/ Emmanuel Ungaro
By Emanuel Ungaro
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Grey satin sleeveless cocktail dress in biais. Fabric composition: 47% rayon, 53% acetate SIZE 44 (It) 10 (Us)
Vintage Peter Robinson Cocktail Dress
Located in London, GB
A colourful vintage cocktail dress by Peter Robinson. The dress is in a wonderful combination of colours, yellow,olive and ivory stripes with gold trim.
Vintage Odicini Couture Cocktail Dress
By ANDREA ODICINI COUTURE
Located in London, GB
A chic and pretty vintage cocktail dress by Odicini Couture. The dress has a lace top and spot skirt with bow at the front.
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1960s Black Fringe Tassel Cocktail Dress
Located in University City, MO
1960s Black fringe tassel cocktail dress The chic retro cocktail dress is designed with contiguous stationary fringe that covers the bodice and back side The midsection is dis...
Carolyne Roehm Black Cocktail Dress w/Bow
By Carolyne Roehm, Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a black crepe long sleeve cocktail dress by Carolyne Roehm. The cocktail dress has a black satin sash with a bow, deep square neckline, princess darts, and a zipper up the ba...
Vintage Janice Wainwright Cocktail Dress
By Janice Wainwright
Located in London, GB
A chic and easy to wear cocktail dress by UK designer Janice Wainwright.The dress has a turquoise and black devoree velvet top with the a black skirt.
Simonetta Chenille Fringed Cocktail Dress
By simonetta
Located in New York, NY
Simonetta, black, chenille, "flapper-like" cocktail dress having thin straps at the shoulders and a simple straight silhouette with a deep chenille fringe that begins at the bottom ...
1950S FRANK STARR Silk Chiffon Floral Cocktail Dress
By Frank Starr
Located in New York, NY
Sold as-is for design or costume, ask for additional photos before purchasing. 1950S FRANK STARR Silk Chiffon Floral Cocktail Dress
Silver sequin cocktail dress Bill Blass
By Bill Blass
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Silver sequin cocktail dress on brown rayon jersey base and lining in the same fabric.
1990S BERNARD PERRIS Black Silk Cocktail Dress With Fringe
Located in New York, NY
1990S BERNARD PERRIS Black Silk Cocktail Dress With Fringe
1990S Alberta Ferretti Grey & White Silk Mini Cocktail Dress
By Alberta Ferretti
Located in New York, NY
1990S Alberta Ferretti Grey & White Silk Mini Cocktail Dress
Bob Mackie Cocktail Dress
By Bob Mackie
Located in New York, NY
1970's-1980's stunning Bob Mackie cocktail dress. This gorgeous cocktail dress by the beloved Mr.
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1960s Ruffled Front Cocktail Dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
1960s Ruffled Front Cocktail Dress. Black crepe fabric, fully lined.
1950s Salmon Pink Beaded Cocktail Dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
1950s Salmon Pink Beaded Cocktail Dress Completely hand beaded bodice.
1950s Red Lace Cocktail Dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
1950s Red Lace Cocktail Dress B 30 W 26 H 40 L 45
1950s White Jacquard Cocktail Dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
1950s White Jacquard Cocktail Dress. Interesting origami bodice design.
Vintage Cocktail Dress by Helga
By Helga
Located in Birmingham, AL
Gorgeous brown satin cocktail dress by Helga, circa late 1950's, accented with velvet.
Alexander McQueen Silk Sheer Cocktail Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Athens, Agia Paraskevi
Alexander McQueen Silk Sheer Cocktail Dress
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Black Velvet Eyelet Cocktail Dress, 1950s
Located in San Francisco, CA
1950s Black Velvet Eyelet Cocktail Dress.
Pink Bead Encrusted Cocktail Dress
Located in Topanga, CA
This pastel pink silk cocktail dress features a v back, encrusted bead work with sequins, and pearl beads lined at the neckline.
60s Green Lace Illusion Cocktail Dress
By Mardi Gras
Located in San Francisco, CA
60s green lace illusion cocktail dress with long sleeves. Metal zipper.
Angelo Mozzillo Lace Detail Back Mini Cocktail Dress
By Angelo Mozzillo
Located in Athens, Agia Paraskevi
Angelo Mozzillo Lace Detail Back Mini Cocktail Dress
1950s Pink And Black Lace Cocktail Dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
1950s Pink And Black Lace Cocktail Dress Stunning 1950s cocktail dress, predominantly light pink with black lace overlay, and hand sequinned hem detailing.
60s Blue Sequin Cocktail Dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
60s Blue Sequin Cocktail Dress. Hand embellished all over sequins in iridescent light blue, with three dimensional roses in dark blue on a sweater knit dress.
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Gustave Tassell Black Cocktail Dress
By Gustave Tassell
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gustave Tassell black silk cocktail dress has long sleeves, round neck and pleated skirt.
1960s Ivory Crocheted Lace Cocktail Dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
1960s Ivory Crocheted Lace Cocktail Dress. Aurora Borealis crystals embellish top of bodice.
1950s Blue Flounced Pleateds Cocktail Dress
Located in Milan, Italy
This lovely 1950s cocktail dress is in a blue silk fabric. It has back zip closure and amazing pleated flounced skirt.
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Malcolm Starr Sequined Cocktail Dress
By Malcolm Starr
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Malcolm Starr cocktail dress circa 1960's. Black velvet adorned with black sequins in a checkerboard pattern.
80s Galanos Purple Lace Cocktail Dress
By Galanos
Located in San Francisco, CA
80s Galanos Purple Lace Cocktail Dress. Lace bodice with iridescent taffeta pleated skirt.
Romantic Gianfranco Ferre Strapless Silk Colorblock Cocktail Dress
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Athens, Agia Paraskevi
Romantic Gianfranco Ferre Stapless 100% Silk Colorblock Cocktail Dress Featuring Full Skirt and Oversize Button Back Closure
Loris Azzaro Silk Chiffon Cocktail Dress, 1990s
By Loris Azzaro
Located in Athens, Agia Paraskevi
Loris Azzaro Silk Chiffon Cocktail Dress 1990s
Valentino Bold Colour-Blocked Strapless Cocktail Dress
By Valentino
Located in Athens, Agia Paraskevi
Valentino Bold Colour-Blocked Strapless Cocktail Dress
50s Pink Satin Embroidered Bodice Cocktail Dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
50s Pink Satin Embroidered Bodice Cocktail Dress Chiffon Skirt.
FITZSIMMONS 1982 COCKTAIL DRESS
By Henri Bendel
Located in St.amford , CT
This one shouldered black velvet and chiffon short cocktail dress was designed by Jill Fitzsimmons for Henri Bendel in 1982.
50s Black & White Lace Cocktail Dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
50s Black & White Lace Cocktail Dress. The black lace is layered over white lace.
Vintage Oleg Cassini 1960s Style Ivory Cocktail Dress
By Oleg Cassini
Located in New York, NY
1960's style vintage creme silk crepe Oleg Cassini cocktail dress featuring a lace bodice embellished with sequined appliques and trimmed with pale blue satin ribbon.
Suzy Perette Black Fully Sequined Cocktail Dress
By Suzy Perette
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Black Fully Sequin SUZY PERETTE Cocktail Dress
Mod Angelo Mozzillo Black Mini Cocktail Dress
By Angelo Mozzillo
Located in Athens, Agia Paraskevi
Mod Angelo Mozzillo Black Mini Cocktail Dress Featuring Unique Round Metal Collar Necklace Connecting Geometric Hardware Breast Plaque.
1980s Ruffle Sleeve Cocktail Dress
Located in Antwerp, BE
Beautiful black 1980s cocktail dress by Meico. Never been worn - still has original tags.
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