Vintage 1970s Victoria Royal Purple Sequin 70s Silk Chiffon Maxi Dress Gown
By Victoria Royal, Lillie Rubin
Located in San Diego, CA
, 1970s maxi dress gown, Lillie Rubin boutique dress, silk chiffon evening gown, purple orange teal gown
Vintage 1970s Victoria Royal Purple Sequin 70s Silk Chiffon Maxi Dress Gown
By Victoria Royal, Lillie Rubin
Located in San Diego, CA
, 1970s maxi dress gown, Lillie Rubin boutique dress, silk chiffon evening gown, purple orange teal gown
1990s Ralph Lauren Purple Label Collection Black Gown
By Ralph Lauren Purple Label
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Sleek and stunning long sleeve black silk crepe Ralph Lauren Purple label gown from the 1990s
Halston Purple Silk Single Shoulder Silk Evening Gown 1970's
By Halston
Located in Studio City, CA
1970's Halston purple silk evening gown with a single shoulder strap and wrap skirt featuring a
Loris Azzaro Vintage Purple + Green Silk Taffeta Evening Gown or Dress
By Loris Azzaro, Giorgio Beverly Hills
Located in Sparks, NV
Beautiful vintage evening gown by Loris Azzaro in a deep purple silk taffeta fabric with a green
Victor Costa Iridescent Purple Origami-Pleated Strapless Evening Gown
By Victor Costa, Victor Costa for Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in Kingston, NY
A theatrical and romantic creation by Victor Costa, this iridescent purple evening gown captures
1998 Fall/Winter Ralph Lauren Purple Label Cream Cashmere Strapless Gown
By Ralph Lauren Purple Label
Located in Toronto, Ontario
1998 Fall Winter Ralph Lauren purple label collection cream 100% cashmere strapless gown. Worn on
COUTURE c.1940's Purple Gold Belted Sequin Embellished Evening Dress Gown
Located in Thiensville, WI
Vintage Couture c.1940's purple button front floor length evening gown. Extended shoulders. High v
F/W 1995 Ralph Lauren Runway Stretch Sequin Asymmetric Black Flare Evening Gown
By Ralph Lauren Purple Label, Ralph Lauren
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting an elegant asymmetric evening gown designed by Ralph Lauren for his Fall/Winter 1995
Osca de la Renta Boutique Evening Gown
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Sharon, CT
An Indian inspired gown with a colorful metallic semi shear silk organza top, and a violet floor
Christian Dior 1980s Metallic Purple Long Sleeve Gown
By Christian Dior
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Indulge in opulence with our Christian Dior 1980s Metallic Purple Long Sleeve Gown—a floor-length
Purple chiffon lurex bustier evening dress Victor Costa
By Victor Costa
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Purple chiffon lurex bustier evening dress; tag has been cut. Drape and boned; Zip and hook& eye
Draped silk purple evening dress with ruffles and bow ISABELLE ALLARD
By Isabelle Allard
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Draped silk purple evening dress with ruffles and bow. Boned . Zip closure on the middle back
Scaasi Fall 1983 Vintage 1980s Navy Sequin Bow Cutout 80s Strapless Evening Gown
By Arnold Scassi, Arnold Scaasi
Located in San Diego, CA
A showstopping Scaasi for Neiman Marcus evening gown dated to Fall 1983, executed in deep navy
Vintage Bruce Oldfield Purple and Black Gown
By Bruce Oldfield
Located in London, GB
A great vintage gown in black and purple by Bruce Oldfield. The dress has a v neckline with a
Vintage Mary McFadden Purple & Gold Pleated Gown
By Mary McFadden
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Mary McFadden Vintage Purple Pleated Dress is an iconic piece that embodies the designer’s
Alfred Bosand 1970s Vintage Purple / Lavender Sequin Silk + Lace 70s Gown
By Alfred Bosand
Located in San Diego, CA
Absolutely stunning vintage Alfred Bosand strapless gown! Bodice is boned, with lace over silk
$11,774Sale Price|54% Off
Gianni Versace F/W 1996 Runway Vintage Embellished Sheer Evening Long Dress Gown
By Gianni Versace, Gianni Versace Couture
Located in 'S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL
A true collector’s piece, this Gianni Versace embellished sheer evening gown from the Fall/Winter
Nolan Miller Purple and Bronze Iridescent Draped Gown
By Nolan Miller
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This purple and bronze iridescent drape gown is a Nolan Miller design. It has wonderful hues of
$1,160Sale Price|20% Off
Gorgeous 1960s Kiki Hart Navy Blue Gold Sequin Vintage 60s Gown Evening Dress
By Kiki Hart New York, Kiki Hart
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous late 1960s KIKI HART navy blue and gold sequined chiffon long sleeve gown! Features a nude
1980s Mike Benet X Disney Limited Edition Minnie Mouse One Shoulder Purple Gown
By MIKE BENET
Located in San Diego, CA
Spectacular 1980s MIKE BENET X DISNEY limited edition purple and green one shoulder sequined gown
1990S Black & Purple Rayon Silk Chantilly Lace Beaded Gown
Located in New York, NY
1990S Black & Purple Rayon Silk Chantilly Lace Beaded Gown
Emilio Pucci Purple Silk Long Sleeve Gown with Open Back Size Medium Large
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Emilio Pucci gown is composed of a radiant soft purple silk. The classic long sleeve style is
Stunning vintage pink and purple gown by Bruce Oldfield
By Bruce Oldfield
Located in London, GB
bright pink and deep purple,this gown is a real head turner. It has a halter neck ,and central back
$1,400Sale Price|25% Off
1960s Sarmi Purple & Orange Ball Gown
By Sarmi
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Eye dazzling iridescent taffeta jewel tone Sarmi ball gown from 1960's. Unusual combination of
1970s Purple and Gold Silk Maxi Gowns
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1970s Raksha Purple and Gold long sleeve maxi gown with silk belt. Size :6/8 Medium
Hanae Mori Pink, Purple & Black Chiffon Gown w/ Bell Sleeves
By Hanae Mori
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a gorgeous and flowy gown from Japanese designer Hanae Mori. It is made of 100% silk
Jean Paul Gaultier purple taffeta convertible evening dress, ss 1992
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in London, GB
▪ Jean Paul Gaultier evening dress ▪ Constructed from purple taffeta ▪ Convertible in design with
1970s BILL BLASS Purple V Neck Jersey Gown with Mink Cuff
By Bill Blass
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1970s Bill Blass Purple long Sleeve V Neck Jersey Gown with Long Sleeve Mink Cuff. V neck and Belt
1970S LORIS AZZARO Black & Purple Viscose Jersey Slinky Disco Trained Gown
By Loris Azzaro
Located in New York, NY
Missing a few crystals off the strap 1970S LORIS AZZARO Black & Purple Viscose Jersey Slinky Disco
Purple sleeveless evening dress with pleats on the back Christian Dior
By Christian Dior
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Purple sleeveless evening dress with pleats on the back and extra panel on the back ( to give more
Yves Saint Laurent Purple Iridescent Silk Taffeta Gown, Circa 1970's
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a beautiful piece of art by Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, from mid-1970. The gown is
Bill Blass Blue & Purple Silk Strapless Bubble Gown w/Matching Scarf
By Bill Blass
Located in Studio City, CA
Bill Blass watermark silk strapless gown in an impressionist swirl of blues, greens and purples
1970s Travilla Vintage Evening Dress with Purple Green + Black Flower Embroidery
By Travilla
Located in Sparks, NV
Stunning vintage black evening dress with purple, green and black embroidered flowers. Unique bust
1970S Pink & Purple Silk Poof Sleeve Organza Metallic Foil Embroidered Gown Fr
Located in New York, NY
1970S Pink & Purple Silk Poof Sleeve Organza Metallic Foil Embroidered Gown From Milan
1970S Black & White Silk Mousseline Long Sleeved Gown With Purple Green Geometr
Located in New York, NY
1970S Black & White Silk Mousseline Long Sleeved Gown With Purple Green Geometric Print From
Black velvet and purple silk taffetas evening dress SAINT LAURENT Rive Gauche
By Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black velvet and purple silk taffetas evening dress with taffetas belt. Acetate lining. Zip closure
BOB MACKIE Purple Open Back Tea Length Gown with Beaded Bodice and Sleeves
By Bob Mackie
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bob Mackie purple silk open back tea length gown with beaded bodice and sleeves. This gown is
MICHAEL KORS Purple Stretch Jersey Draped Gown with Open Back Size 10
By Michael Kors
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Michael Kors gown is composed of a radiant soft stretch purple jersey. The classic long sleeve
Hanae Mori Fuchsia and Purple Pop Art Ink Blot Column Gown - M, 1980s
By Hanae Mori
Located in Tucson, AZ
juxtaposition of sheer sleeves with opaque body are anything but sleepy. Straight column gown with satin piped
New Atelier Versace S/S 1994 Collection Velvet Lace Purple Pink Dress Gown
By Atelier Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Atelier Versace Velvet Lace Watercolor Purple/Pink Dress Gown S/S 1994 Collection Purple and
Rose Taft Vintage Purple & Teal Silk Blend Strapless Gown w/ Floral Design - 10
By ROSE TAFT
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Rose Taft Vintage Purple & Teal Silk Blend Strapless Gown w/ Floral Design - 10. This lovely
Lillie Rubin 1970s Green + Purple + Orange Silk Metallic Mink Fur Cuffs 70s Gown
By Lillie Rubin
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning 1970s vintage LILLIE RUBIN green, purple and orange silk metallic gown! Features soft
Bob Mackie / Ray Aghayan Evening Skirt Set Ensemble in Purple Size Small
By Bob Mackie
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Bob Mackie / Ray Aghayan for Bonwit Teller ensemble includes three pieces in purple hues. The
Vintage 80s Vicky Tiel Couture Size 10 12 Red Purple Silk Satin Strapless Gown
By Vicky Tiel
Located in San Diego, CA
Elegant vintage VICKY TIEL COUTURE for BERGDORF GOODMAN red and purple silk satin strapless evening
Christian Dior by John Galliano Purple Satin Evening Dress and Shawl, ss 1998
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
▪ Christian Dior Evening Dress and Shawl Ensemble ▪ Creative Director: John Galliano ▪ Spring
Vintage Purple Silk Embroidered Maxi Dress Anarkali Kashmir Princess Gown
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
highlighted with sequin work. Purple silk Royal wedding maxi dress evening dress coat hand embroidered in
Louis Feraud Beaded Silk Gown 1990s
By Louis Feraud
Located in Water Mill, NY
This is a gorgeous sapphire blue sequin and beaded gown by Louis Feraud. It has a rounded
1990s Bespoke Lilac Crystal-Embellished Gown
Located in London, GB
This is another bespoke creation from our fabulously wealthy client who had dresses made to order for her in the 1990s in France and Italy. Fashioned from a lilac spandex type fabric...
Scott Barrie Draped Violet Matte Jersey Gown
By Scott Barrie
Located in New York, NY
Scott Barrie Draped Violet Rayon Matte Jersey Gown from the 1970's. Sexy draped neckline with
Vintage Lee Delman Evening Dress
Located in London, GB
A headturning vintage party /evening dress by Lee Delman. In rose pink with a sky blue background
Galanos Halter Neck Gown with Pleating Detail
By Galanos
Located in New York, NY
Galanos, purple, silk, crepe halter neck, evening gown with diagonally placed, pleating detail on
Vintage 1960s Folkloric Floral Print Silk Gown
Located in New York, NY
This vintage silk gown is printed with a distinct folkloric floral pattern— I love that it can be
1980s Victor Costa Red + Pink + Purple Silk Taffeta Size 6 Hi Lo 80s Gown Dress
By Victor Costa
Located in San Diego, CA
strapless hi-lo flamenco style evening gown! Flattering ruched boned bodice holds everything in place
Vintage 1940s Lace Gown with Shoulder Draping
Located in New York, NY
This stunning vintage late 1940s/early 1950s lace gown is defined by the most romantic off-the
Sequin evening dress with purple satin drape on the waist and hips Loris Azzaro
By Loris Azzaro
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Sequin evening dress with satin drape on the waist and hips. Zip middle back. Split in the middle
$1,500Sale Price|30% Off
1980s UNGARO cobalt blue silk brocade mermaid gown
By Emanuel Ungaro
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Beautiful Ungaro mermaid gown in black and cobalt silk lamé. Inspired by the finest 1950's French
Moroccan Purple Brocade Caftan Gown Maxi Dress Kaftan Size M
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Moroccan vintage exotic metallic brocade caftan gown, circa 1970s. The luxurious kaftan is designed
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.
Costumer to the stars Ray Aghayan brought the famed painting to life with his spectacular design.
From handbags and heels to jackets and jewels, Sharon Coplan Hurowitz has a deep admiration for (and collection of) all things Chanel.
Jeriana San Juan explains how she undertook the intimidating project of designing costumes for the new Netflix series about the New York fashion legend. (Hint: She found vintage Halston on 1stDibs!)
Once considered a controversial item of clothing, fashion designer Sonja de Lennart's creation is now a bona fide classic.
The classic tweed garment has been a wardrobe staple of chic women around the world since the 1950s.
Amanda Benchley and Bridget Moynahan teamed up to explore the relationship between powerful women and their most significant footwear.
This year's Costume Institute exhibition is all about embracing the eccentric.
Ballrooms, Bar Suits and British royals — in a sweeping exhibition, the London museum looks back on 70 years of the French fashion house, as well as its illustrious founder and his fondness for the United Kingdom.