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Vintage Gala Dresses

Vintage silver necklace with circular Labradorit made 1998.
Vintage silver necklace with circular Labradorit made 1998.

Vintage silver necklace with circular Labradorit made 1998.

Located in Stockholm, SE

of jewelry that can be worn to jeans as well to a gala dress. Its pale colours fits together with

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1990s Swedish Vintage Gala Dresses

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Silver

Swedish Silver Necklace Made Year 1954
Swedish Silver Necklace Made Year 1954

Swedish Silver Necklace Made Year 1954

Located in Stockholm, SE

it has also a safety chain. This is a piece of jewelry that can be worn with anything; a gala dress

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1950s Swedish Vintage Gala Dresses

Materials

Silver

Azzaro Paris 80's Gold Lamé Sunray Pleated Met Gala Evening Gown
Azzaro Paris 80's Gold Lamé Sunray Pleated Met Gala Evening Gown

Azzaro Paris 80's Gold Lamé Sunray Pleated Met Gala Evening Gown

By Loris Azzaro

Located in BELLEVUE HILL, NSW

‘Gilded Glamour’ themed 2022 Met Gala where she was fêted as best dressed at the event. Constructed to

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1980s French Vintage Gala Dresses

John Anthony Couture 1980s Black Velvet and Tulle One-of-a-Kind Gala Gown
John Anthony Couture 1980s Black Velvet and Tulle One-of-a-Kind Gala Gown

John Anthony Couture 1980s Black Velvet and Tulle One-of-a-Kind Gala Gown

By John Anthony

Located in Kingston, NY

couture at its most powerful: gala-ready, red carpet-worthy, and destined to captivate from every angle

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1980s American Vintage Gala Dresses

80s Fürstenberg Couture Eccentric Evening Dress with Plumes
80s Fürstenberg Couture Eccentric Evening Dress with Plumes

80s Fürstenberg Couture Eccentric Evening Dress with Plumes

By Diane von Furstenberg

Located in Milano, IT

Eccentric gala evening dress designed by famous stylist Diane von Fürstenberg in the 1980s, of fine

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1980s Italian Vintage Gala Dresses

Teak Wood Decorative Panels with Japanese Kimono Figures
Teak Wood Decorative Panels with Japanese Kimono Figures

Teak Wood Decorative Panels with Japanese Kimono Figures

$527 / set

H 9.06 in W 21.66 in D 0.4 in

Teak Wood Decorative Panels with Japanese Kimono Figures

Located in Prato, Tuscany

the temple wearing the Furisode! The Furisode can be said to correspond to a western debutante gala

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Mid-20th Century Danish Chinoiserie Vintage Gala Dresses

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Teak

Shell Motif 18 Karat Yellow Gold Earrings with Diamonds
Shell Motif 18 Karat Yellow Gold Earrings with Diamonds

Shell Motif 18 Karat Yellow Gold Earrings with Diamonds

Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL

, distributing the 35g weight comfortably. Versatile styling: Perfect with a little black dress for gala nights

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Late 20th Century North American Modern Vintage Gala Dresses

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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1960s Beaded Metallic Champagne Lace w Sleeves Gala Dress
1960s Beaded Metallic Champagne Lace w Sleeves Gala Dress

1960s Beaded Metallic Champagne Lace w Sleeves Gala Dress

Located in San Francisco, CA

An amazing gala dress...it is beaded lace with a heavily beaded collar, cuffs, and removable belt

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1960s Unknown Vintage Gala Dresses

Vintage Black Beaded Dolman Sleeved  Low Back Gala Dress
Vintage Black Beaded Dolman Sleeved  Low Back Gala Dress

Vintage Black Beaded Dolman Sleeved Low Back Gala Dress

Located in San Francisco, CA

Fabulous black beaded dress...beaded flowers at waist and other places on dress.Low V back. It

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1960s Vintage Gala Dresses

Elegant  Silk Strapless Black Sequin Bodice Formal Gala Dress
Elegant  Silk Strapless Black Sequin Bodice Formal Gala Dress

Elegant Silk Strapless Black Sequin Bodice Formal Gala Dress

Located in San Francisco, CA

boning and the dress is fully lined. Bust 36" Waist: 32" Hip: 40" Length 46" Please e-mail us

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Late 20th Century British Vintage Gala Dresses

One of a Kind MARCCAIN Gala Dragon Tattoo Dress
One of a Kind MARCCAIN Gala Dragon Tattoo Dress

One of a Kind MARCCAIN Gala Dragon Tattoo Dress

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Size: German 2 (Small)

One of a Kind MARCCAIN Gala Dragon Tattoo Dress

Located in Athens, Agia Paraskevi

One of a Kind MARCCAIN Gala 100% Sheer Silk Organza Dress over Dragon Tattoo Detail Bodice

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1990s German Vintage Gala Dresses

1980s decorative art deco couple dressed in gala clothes
1980s decorative art deco couple dressed in gala clothes

1980s decorative art deco couple dressed in gala clothes

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H 11.82 in W 4.34 in D 2.96 in

1980s decorative art deco couple dressed in gala clothes

Located in HEILOO, NL

1980s figurines of a man and woman in art deco gala clothes. The matte black figurines are made of

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1980s European Art Deco Vintage Gala Dresses

Materials

Plaster

Luxurious Vintage Gala Dress in Silk and Red Jewels
Luxurious Vintage Gala Dress in Silk and Red Jewels

Luxurious Vintage Gala Dress in Silk and Red Jewels

Located in Milano, IT

Refined and elegant evening dress or rather for American 50's Grand Gala. The dress is of the well

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1950s American Vintage Gala Dresses

Diamond Turquoise 18K White Gold Halo Dangle Drop Large Gala Earrings
Diamond Turquoise 18K White Gold Halo Dangle Drop Large Gala Earrings

Diamond Turquoise 18K White Gold Halo Dangle Drop Large Gala Earrings

Located in Miami, FL

Be the belle of the ball, and show your elegance by complimenting your best Gala Dress with these

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1980s Modern Vintage Gala Dresses

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, White Gold

Vintage Tadashi Nakayana Woodblock c1970 Japan
Vintage Tadashi Nakayana Woodblock c1970 Japan

Vintage Tadashi Nakayana Woodblock c1970 Japan

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H 15.5 in W 15 in D 0.65 in

Vintage Tadashi Nakayana Woodblock c1970 Japan

By Tadashi Nakayama

Located in Oakland, CA

Fantastic woodblock by well listed Japanese artist, Tadashi Nakayama Titled “Horse in Gala Dress

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1970s Japanese Modern Vintage Gala Dresses

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paper

90s CHANEL Light Green Tulle Spaghetti Strap Dress
90s CHANEL Light Green Tulle Spaghetti Strap Dress

90s CHANEL Light Green Tulle Spaghetti Strap Dress

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel Boutique

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

runway image) perfect dress for Met Gala or wedding. Fit size 4/6 Bust: 35”/ Waist 28”

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1990s French Vintage Gala Dresses

Alfred Schollaert Belgian Aristocrat Portrait Oil Painting
Alfred Schollaert Belgian Aristocrat Portrait Oil Painting

Alfred Schollaert Belgian Aristocrat Portrait Oil Painting

Located in Casteren, NL

an aristocratic lady in a dark blue gala dress with exquisite jewelry. The lady is depicted sitting

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Mid-20th Century Belgian Vintage Gala Dresses

Gianni Versace Couture Long Dress IT42
Gianni Versace Couture Long Dress IT42

Gianni Versace Couture Long Dress IT42

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Size: 42 Italian (US 6/8)

Gianni Versace Couture Long Dress IT42

By Gianni Versace Couture

Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT

Stunning and elegant dress by Gianni Versace Couture Gala dress Silk Black color Total lenght

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1990s Italian Vintage Gala Dresses

soft mink fur cape
soft mink fur cape

soft mink fur cape

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W 56.7 in L 15.75 in

soft mink fur cape

Located in Amsterdam, NL

excellent vintage condition Nice to wear over a gala dress, for a bride or over a wool coat. size is small

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Mid-20th Century Vintage Gala Dresses

Strand Pearl Necklace by Atelier Ajour, Sweden, Made Year 1963
Strand Pearl Necklace by Atelier Ajour, Sweden, Made Year 1963

Strand Pearl Necklace by Atelier Ajour, Sweden, Made Year 1963

Located in Stockholm, SE

anything; a gala dress, the suit, as well as the everyday jeans. It will add the final touch to any outfit

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1960s Swedish Vintage Gala Dresses

Materials

Aquamarine, Pearl, 18k Gold

Floor Lamp "Alta Costura" Design Josep Aregall for Metalarte, 1990s
Floor Lamp "Alta Costura" Design Josep Aregall for Metalarte, 1990s

Floor Lamp "Alta Costura" Design Josep Aregall for Metalarte, 1990s

By Metalarte

Located in Praha, CZ

), lighting in gala dress. It is buttoned at the back and comes in three sizes. Available now with more

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1990s Spanish Modern Vintage Gala Dresses

Materials

Metal

Pulp Art -- Woman in Red Dress with White Gloves
Pulp Art -- Woman in Red Dress with White Gloves

Pulp Art -- Woman in Red Dress with White Gloves

Located in Soquel, CA

Portrait of a woman in a red dress at a gala event by an unknown California artist. There is a

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1960s Outsider Art Vintage Gala Dresses

Materials

Acrylic, Cardboard

Pulp Art -- Woman in a Blue Dress with White Gloves (Two Sided)
Pulp Art -- Woman in a Blue Dress with White Gloves (Two Sided)

Pulp Art -- Woman in a Blue Dress with White Gloves (Two Sided)

Located in Soquel, CA

Portrait of a woman in a blue dress at a gala event by an unknown California artist. There is a

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1960s Outsider Art Vintage Gala Dresses

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic, Cardboard

Pulp Art -- Woman in a Yellow Dress with Black Gloves (Two Sided)
Pulp Art -- Woman in a Yellow Dress with Black Gloves (Two Sided)

Pulp Art -- Woman in a Yellow Dress with Black Gloves (Two Sided)

Located in Soquel, CA

Portrait of a woman in a yellow dress at a gala event by an unknown California artist. There is a

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1980s American Impressionist Vintage Gala Dresses

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic, Cardboard

Woman with fan oil on canvas painting portrait
Woman with fan oil on canvas painting portrait

Woman with fan oil on canvas painting portrait

By Mariano Tur de Montis

Located in Sitges, Barcelona

gala dresses. His favorite models were his sister Guadalupe and a young peasant woman from Formentera

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1980s Art Nouveau Vintage Gala Dresses

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Vintage Oscar Heyman Emerald Diamond 18 Karat Gold Cluster Ring
Vintage Oscar Heyman Emerald Diamond 18 Karat Gold Cluster Ring

Vintage Oscar Heyman Emerald Diamond 18 Karat Gold Cluster Ring

By Oscar Heyman

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

evening gala the black dress fits in everywhere you go. The green, white and yellow ring will happily

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1980s American Vintage Gala Dresses

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Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Baume & Mercier Ladies Yellow Gold Gala Dress Model Quartz Wristwatch 1990s
Baume & Mercier Ladies Yellow Gold Gala Dress Model Quartz Wristwatch 1990s

Baume & Mercier Ladies Yellow Gold Gala Dress Model Quartz Wristwatch 1990s

By Baume & Mercier

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Baume & Mercier women's Gala 18K Yellow Gold Dress Model ref 16746 circa 1990s. 22 x 27mm case with

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1990s Swiss Modern Vintage Gala Dresses

Materials

18k Gold

Oscar De la Renta Empire Fabulous Embroidered Gown sz 12
Oscar De la Renta Empire Fabulous Embroidered Gown sz 12

Oscar De la Renta Empire Fabulous Embroidered Gown sz 12

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in Cloverdale, CA

gala entrance. This dress is beautiful beyond belief, and will make the fortunate woman who wears it

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1980s Vintage Gala Dresses

Crystal and Silk Dupioni 60s Gown
Crystal and Silk Dupioni 60s Gown

Crystal and Silk Dupioni 60s Gown

Located in San Francisco, CA

would make a spectacular rehearsal dinner dress, wedding guest dress, or gala gown. This beautiful piece

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1960s Vintage Gala Dresses

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Yves Saint Laurent YSL Rive Gauche New Blue Plunging Silk Halter Top

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By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in San Diego, CA

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2010s French Vintage Gala Dresses

Thierry Mugler Black Suit Jacket
Thierry Mugler Black Suit Jacket

Thierry Mugler Black Suit Jacket

$250

Size: No size tag.

Thierry Mugler Black Suit Jacket

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Oakland, CA

Vintage Thierry Mugler black shaped jacket. 80's does 40's style. Double breasted with hidden snap closures. Deep neckline. Slit pockets. Lined. No size tag. Bust: 38” Waist: 30" Le...

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1980s French Vintage Gala Dresses

Marchesa Red Silk Strapless Gown - 10 - circa 90's
Marchesa Red Silk Strapless Gown - 10 - circa 90's

Marchesa Red Silk Strapless Gown - 10 - circa 90's

By Marchesa

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Marchesa Red Silk Gown, length 54", bust 38", waist 36".

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1990s American Vintage Gala Dresses

Brown Fur Coat with Collar Small
Brown Fur Coat with Collar Small

Brown Fur Coat with Collar Small

$777Sale Price|26% Off

L 36.62 in

Brown Fur Coat with Collar Small

Located in Amsterdam, NL

This vintage coat is made of sheared beaver with a fur collar and is embroidered at the sleeves and back. We offer more exclusive fur items, see our frontstore. Details: It has 2 l...

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20th Century Unknown Vintage Gala Dresses

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN white RIBBED & OPEN KNIT PEPLUM Dress S
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN white RIBBED & OPEN KNIT PEPLUM Dress S

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN white RIBBED & OPEN KNIT PEPLUM Dress S

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Zürich, CH

Alexander McQueen ribbed and open knit peplum dress in cream polyamide (43%), cotton (37%), viscose (11%), nylon (5%) and polyester (4%). Has short sleeves and a solid knit skirt. Ha...

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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Vintage Gala Dresses

Alexander McQueen Fucsia viscose dress
Alexander McQueen Fucsia viscose dress

Alexander McQueen Fucsia viscose dress

By Alexander McQueen

Located in Capri, IT

Alexander McQueen Fucsia viscose dress McQueen adjustable flared dress totally made in italy size 40 composition: viscose

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1990s Italian Vintage Gala Dresses

Mink Headband Brown
Mink Headband Brown

Mink Headband Brown

Located in Amsterdam, NL

This mink headband is made of soft and supple mink We offer more exclusive fur items, view our frontstore Details; Color; dark brown Thick and warm band Lined with some stretch Ci...

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20th Century Unknown Vintage Gala Dresses

Single breasted fur coat with check pattern CHRISTIAN DIOR FOURRURE
Single breasted fur coat with check pattern CHRISTIAN DIOR FOURRURE

Single breasted fur coat with check pattern CHRISTIAN DIOR FOURRURE

By Christian Dior

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Single breasted fur coat with check pattern. Hook&eye closure on the middle front . Pocket on both side. Branded rayon lining. SIZE 44 (Fr) L THIS COAT CANNOT BE SHIPPED OUTSIDE OF ...

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1980s French Vintage Gala Dresses

Gucci Silk Brocade Open Back Dress
Gucci Silk Brocade Open Back Dress

Gucci Silk Brocade Open Back Dress

By Gucci

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous silk dress from Gucci in a gold, rust and olive brocade fern pattern on a black background. It is a semi fitted dress with long zipper cuff sleeves and fabulous flatterin...

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2010s Italian Vintage Gala Dresses

Extravagant Mink Ivory Fur Belted Coat
Extravagant Mink Ivory Fur Belted Coat

Extravagant Mink Ivory Fur Belted Coat

$1,147Sale Price|48% Off

L 40.95 in

Extravagant Mink Ivory Fur Belted Coat

Located in Amsterdam, NL

This vintage creme/ivory color mink coat with leather panels and a huge fur collar. We offer more luxury fur items, view our frontstore Details: The belt is made of fur with 2 deco...

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20th Century Unknown Vintage Gala Dresses

1960's Nina Ricci Black Couture Dress with Mink Trim
1960's Nina Ricci Black Couture Dress with Mink Trim

1960's Nina Ricci Black Couture Dress with Mink Trim

By Nina Ricci

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Elegant couture made late 1960's black silk cocktail dress with fitted corset bustier and dark brown mink fur trimmed bodice. The full skirt adds a touch of volume to the dress. Hand...

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1960s French Vintage Gala Dresses

Gorgeous 1950s 50s Couture Pink Vintage Mermaid Dress w/ Chantilly Lace + Sequin
Gorgeous 1950s 50s Couture Pink Vintage Mermaid Dress w/ Chantilly Lace + Sequin

Gorgeous 1950s 50s Couture Pink Vintage Mermaid Dress w/ Chantilly Lace + Sequin

Located in San Diego, CA

What a dress!!! This gorgeous 1950s mermaid dress could have easily been on any of the 50s starlets! Pink Chantilly lace, intermixed with sequins throughout. Fitted throughout the bo...

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1950s Vintage Gala Dresses

Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Size 42 / US 10 White Cotton Flamenco Skirt YSL
Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Size 42 / US 10 White Cotton Flamenco Skirt YSL

Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent Size 42 / US 10 White Cotton Flamenco Skirt YSL

By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford

Located in San Diego, CA

Rare early 2000s TOM FORD for YVES SAINT LAURENT Rive Gauche stark white cotton vintage flamenco style skirt ! Features an asymmetrical hem with multiple layers of ruffles. Hidden zi...

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Early 2000s French Vintage Gala Dresses

Oscar de la Renta Resort 2009 Runway One Shoulder Silk Toga Dress $3, 200 BNWT
Oscar de la Renta Resort 2009 Runway One Shoulder Silk Toga Dress $3, 200 BNWT

Oscar de la Renta Resort 2009 Runway One Shoulder Silk Toga Dress $3, 200 BNWT

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in San Diego, CA

Amazing brand new with tags Oscar de la Renta silk one shoulder dress! Detailed for $3,200! Featured in the Resort 2009 Oscar Runway Collection (see pictures). One shoulder can be wo...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Vintage Gala Dresses

CHANEL Surpique Wild Stitch brown leather gold CC logo shoulder hobo bag
CHANEL Surpique Wild Stitch brown leather gold CC logo shoulder hobo bag

CHANEL Surpique Wild Stitch brown leather gold CC logo shoulder hobo bag

By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld

Located in Hong Kong, NT

CHANEL Surpique Wild Stitch brown leather gold CC logo shoulder hobo bag Reference: JHDN/A00085 Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Model: Surpique Wild Stitch Material: Leather C...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Vintage Gala Dresses

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Vintage Gala Dresses For Sale on 1stDibs

Find an extraordinary variety of vintage gala dresses available on 1stDibs. Many people prefer gray vintage gala dresses, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find black, brown and more options on these pages. Finding the perfect accessories for you may mean sifting through those that were made during different time periods — popular versions of these were made as early as the 20th Century and a newer one, made as recently as the 20th Century, can also be found on the site. Finding appealing vintage gala dresses such as these — no matter the origin — is easy, but Ceil Chapman, Christian Dior and John Galliano for Christian Dior each produced popular versions that are worth a look. When shopping for these accessories, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men or unisex today than there are for women.

How Much are Vintage Gala Dresses?

The prices for vintage gala dresses start at $326 and top out at $62,759 with these items, on average, selling for $2,495.