Vintage 80s Bob Mackie Boutique Green Blue Fully Beaded Silk Evening Dress Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in Montgomery, TX
Vintage 80's Bob Mackie Boutique Green Blue Fully Beaded Silk Evening Dress Gown Designer size 8
Vintage 80s Bob Mackie Boutique Green Blue Fully Beaded Silk Evening Dress Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in Montgomery, TX
Vintage 80's Bob Mackie Boutique Green Blue Fully Beaded Silk Evening Dress Gown Designer size 8
Victoria Royal 1960s Kelly Green Silk Satin Sequined + Beaded Vintage Gown Dress
By Victoria Royal
Located in San Diego, CA
Sensational vintage 60s VICTORIA ROYAL Couture Kelly green full length evening gown! Fitted bodice
Grey and green full beaded evening dress Krizia New
By Krizia
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Grey and green full beaded evening dress on a polyester base. Invisible zip in the middle back and
1950's Green & Chartreuse Two Piece Beaded Gown Size 4
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This gown is composed of two beaded pieces in green and chartreuse hues. There are zipper closures
Monique Lhuillier Size 14 Mint Green Ivory Beaded Sequined Mermaid Gown Dress
By Monique Lhuillier
Located in San Diego, CA
Enchanting MONIQUE LHUILLIER light mint green and ivory beaded, sequined, rhinestone, etc. silk and
1990s CD Green Ivory Grey Silver Silk Jersey Chiffon Beaded Paillettes 90s Gown
By CD GREENE
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage late 90s CD GREENE ivory, grey/silver silk jersey and chiffon evening dress
$1,973
Size: 42 (It) 38 (Fr) M
Pale green evening dress with rhinestone and beads Gai Mattiolo The Red Carpet
By Gai Mattiolo
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Pale green evening dress with rhinestone and beads embellishement . See-through tulle on the bust
$1,540Sale Price|30% Off
Malcolm Starr Heavily Beaded Green Silk Organza Gown, Circa 1970s
By Malcolm Starr
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Malcolm Starr Heavily Beaded Green Silk Organza Gown - 8- Circa 70's This Elinor Simmons for
1988 Bill Blass Runway Documented Green Silk Dress and Beaded Bolero
By Bill Blass
Located in London, GB
silk satin and is also lined in green satin to create volume. The colours of the gown are picked out
Rare Chanel Haute Couture F/W 1995 Green Bianchini Silk Lesage Beaded Dress
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
bugle beads. The empire-line cut with wide straps highlights the décolleté, while the layered chiffon
1960s Gino Charles for Malcolm Starr Green Beaded Collar Dress
By Malcolm Starr, Gino Charles
Located in London, GB
This striking full length silk blend vintage dress in neon green is by American label Gino Charles
$6,717
Size: IT44 - FR40 - UK12 - US8
Dolce & Gabbana Chartreuse Lace Mini Dress with Red Bead Embroidery, FW 1999
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in London, GB
intricate botanical bead embroidery, this dress includes adjustable spaghetti straps, a built in bra and a
$3,116Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 6
NWT Oscar de la Renta $5490 S/S 2015 Green Silk Taffeta Feather Beads Dress US 6
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Oscar de la Renta Green Silk Taffeta Embellished Cocktail Dress S/S 2015 Collection US size - 6
Krizia Olive Green Sheer Mesh Beaded Body Con Dress, 2000s
By Krizia
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Early 2000s sexy offering from stalwart Italian label Krizia. Olive green mesh body con sheath
$247Sale Price|25% Off
MATTHEW WILLIAMSON green iridescent gold bullet bead sheath dress UK8 S
By Matthew Williamson
Located in Hong Kong, NT
MATTHEW WILLIAMSON green iridescent gold bullet bead sheath dress UK8 S Reference: CC/A00460 Brand
Beautiful Vintage Victoria Royal Ltd. Red & Green Heavily Beaded Holiday Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning vintage Victoria Royal Ltd. heavily beaded dress!!! Red and green beading on the bodice
NWT Vintage Roberto Cavalli Fully Beaded Green Mesh Cocktail Corset Dress 40
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Montgomery, TX
NWT Vintage Roberto Cavalli Fully Beaded Cocktail Dress Italian Size 40 - US 4 Color - Green Fully
$960Sale Price|20% Off
CAROLINA HERRERA teal green cream black silk fully beaded crystal dress US2 S
By Carolina Herrera
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CAROLINA HERRERA teal green cream black silk fully beaded crystal dress US2 S Reference: NKLL
1960s White and Green Beaded Mini Cocktail Dress
By British Crown Colony
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage 1960s Intricate White and Green beaded sequin floral pattern on white lace mini cocktail
Lorena Sarbu Green Leather and Silk Beaded Mini Dress
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This stunning Lorena Sarbu dress is serpentine sex-appeal in a modern setting. Immaculately beaded
Vintage 1960's green paisley beaded Pat Sandler Cocktail dress UK 6 US 2
By Pat Sandler
Located in Nashville, TN
peacock palette silk paisley patterned brocade, and embellished with iridescent green sequins, gold, black
1960's Jean Louis Green, Orange, Blue and Silver Color Block Beaded Shift Dress
By Jean Louis
Located in Toronto, Ontario
sac style dress. Panels of Kelly green, orange, midnight blue and silver beading with a silver beaded
Vintage 1960's Yellow Shantung Silk Cocktail dress Turquoise Beaded Dress UK 14
Located in Nashville, TN
trailing silver glass beadwork, surrounding turquoise blue rounded faceted beads and larger flat back
$262Sale Price|25% Off
PETER PILOTTO black green beads embellished scuba mini dress UK8 S
By Peter Pilotto
Located in Hong Kong, NT
PETER PILOTTO black green beads embellished scuba mini dress UK8 S Reference: MECG/A00013 Brand
Unavailable
Size: see description
Richilene Vintage Dress Beaded Green Evening Gown w Silk Beaded Shawl Wrap
By Richilene
Located in Portland, OR
This rich, deep green vintage Richilene evening gown is covered in finely embroidered beads and
1990's Fabrice Emerald Green Beaded Halter Gown
By Fabrice
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Measurements- Bust: approximately 34-36" Waist: 29" Hips: up to 42" Center Back Length: approximately 56"
Vintage 1980's Scala Silk Beaded Teal Green Gown
Located in Antwerp, BE
Full length 1980's Scala hand beaded silk gown. Absolutely striking opalescent teal/ /turquoise
50s Green Satin Column Gown with Beaded Bodice and Gathered Waist Sash
Located in San Francisco, CA
50s Green Satin Column Gown with Beaded Bodice and Gathered Waist Sash. Grecian-esque gathered
Unavailable
1960s Blue and turquoise heavily beaded gown
Located in New York, NY
This 1960s sleeveless beaded gown is in good condition for its age. The floral blue and turquoise
1960's Viridian Green Beaded & Sequined Gown Made in Hong Kong
Located in Oradell, NJ
-made in Hong Kong. The pale mint green sequins have been outlined in viridian green glass beads which
2000s Diane Freis Hand Beaded Ombre Evening Dress
By Diane Freis
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Step back in time with this stunning vintage 2000s Diane Freis dress. Crafted from luxurious yellow and blue silk, this dress exudes elegance and sophistication. The ombre effect add...
1965 Pierre Cardin Haute Couture Beaded Green Silk Chiffon Draped Caftan Gown
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Spectacular Pierre Cardin haute couture silk chiffon gown, in the prettiest emerald green color
James Galanos 1960s Summer Green & White Polka Dot Beaded Gown
By James Galanos for Amelia Gray, James Galanos
Located in US
James Galanos for Amelia Gray Beverly Hills Beaded Floral Polka Dot Column Gown Cream silk gown
1920's Mint Green, Beaded Chiffon Flapper Dress
Located in Oradell, NJ
This is a lovely original 1920's springtime, mint green chiffon flapper dress with turquoise and
Christian Dior Boutique Art Deco Beaded Olive Green Lace/mesh Dress (US 4)
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Montreal, Quebec
CHRISTIAN DIOR BOUTIQUE ART DECO BEADED OLIVE GREEN LACE/MESH DRESS (US 4) This Christian Dior
Tomasz Starzewski-Deep Forest Green Beaded Cocktail Dress
By Tomasz Starzewski
Located in Oradell, NJ
with short sleeves and a bodice totally covered in sequins and green glass beads. Tomasz Starzewski is
Joseph Magnin Ivory and green Velvet beaded 60s dress
By Joseph Magnin Co.
Located in New York, NY
This 1960s Joseph Magnin dress has an ivory silk mini dress has a dark green velvet top with
80s Black Beaded Dress with Red, Blue, Green & Yellow Bows
Located in San Francisco, CA
80s Black Beaded Dress with Red, Blue, Green & Yellow Bows. Fully lined. Zips up the back.
Antique 1920's French Mint-Green Beaded Sequin Silk Chiffon Draped Flapper Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A truly breathtaking French couture sparkling mint-green beaded flapper dance dress dating back to
Roberto Cavalli Beaded Green Vintage Evening Dress with Fishtail Back
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Roberto Cavalli Vintage Beaded Plunging Green Evening Dress with Fishtail Back Simply sensational
BADGLEY MISCHKA Size 10 Moss Green Beaded Tulle Top Evening Gown
By BADGLEY MISHCKA
Located in San Francisco, CA
BADGLEY MISCHKA evening gown comes in moss green textured velvet with beaded cutouts throughout, a
LILY SAMII Size 6 Light Green Silk Floral Beaded Lace Bustier Evening Gown
Located in San Francisco, CA
LILY SAMMII evening gown comes in light moss green silk chiffon with a fitted silhouette, ruffle
PAMELA DENNIS COUTURE 90's Vintage Hunter Green Beaded Cowl Neck Evening Gown
By PAMELA DENNIS COUTURE
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Pamela Dennis Couture Vintage 1990's Dark hunter green matte opaque fabric Weighted cowl necks in
Evening dress in green taffetas and beaded bustier Escada Couture
By Escada
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Evening dress in green taffetas and beaded bustier. Petticoat in white tulle. SIZE 38 (M)
Sold
Size: 12 (Best Fits 4-8)
C.1960 British Hong Kong Jade Green Beaded Satin Caftan Robe Evening Coat
Located in Atlanta, GA
Exotic elegance exudes from this C.1960 jade green satin coat which can be worn as a glamorous
Oscar de la Renta Green, Purple, Pink Gown w/ Beaded Bodice
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a fabulous evening gown made by Oscar de la Renta, from Amen Wardy, 1980's. It is made from
Sold
Size: Unmarked (Best Fits Size 6)
Jean of California Iridescent Green & Blue Beaded Evening Dress, 1960's
Located in Atlanta, GA
with a floral design accented by light blue and dark green beads centered with rhinestones. The deep
Bronx & Banco Emerald Green Velvet Evening Dress With Gold Bead Fringe
Located in Atlanta, GA
green velvet maxi dress embellished with gold micro bead fringe at the shoulders. The lush velvet
Chanel Vintage Fall/Winter 1997 Black Green Watercolor Beaded 97A Gown Dress
By Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
This exquisite watercolor beaded gown by Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel's Fall/Winter 1997 collection
Helen Rose Lite Green Gown with Beaded Neckline & V Back, Circa 1960's
By Helen Rose
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a vintage light green gown by Helen Rose, from the 1960's. The gown is silk matte jersey
Sold
Size: FR 40 - UK 12 - US 8
Diane Freis green beaded floral velvet devoré evening dress and shawl, c. 2000
By Diane Freis
Located in London, GB
▪ Diane Freis green beaded floral velvet devoré evening dress and shawl ▪ c. 2000 ▪ Hand beaded ▪
Vintage 1950's Jade Green Bead Embellished Evening Dress & Bolero UK 12 US 8
Located in Nashville, TN
Made in the most delicious shade of jade green cotton and decorated with silver glass lined beads
Sold
Size: Unmarked (Best Fits Size 4)
Alfred Bosand Two Piece Beaded Mint Green Halter Dress & Jacket, 1970's
By Alfred Bosand
Located in Atlanta, GA
Bosand. The two pieces are designed with a unique mint green fabric that has a velvety gold lamé stripe
Sold
Size: 14 (Best Fits Size 8)
C.1960 British Hong Kong Jade Green Beaded Satin Cropped Top Jacket & Skirt
Located in Atlanta, GA
Exotic elegance exudes from this C.1960 jade green satin cropped top jacket and skirt ensemble
AZZEDINE ALAIA chartreuse green beaded and sequined dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Chartreuse green beaded minidress from Azzedine Alaia dating to the early 1990's. Dress is labeled
UNIQUE VINTAGE Galliano-esque Green Beaded Bias Cut Dress
Located in 上海市, Xuhui district
This is a delicate and ethereal full-length dress crafted in a soft, pale green fabric that exudes
1920's full beaded dress on pale green cotton base
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
1920's full beaded dress on pale green cotton base. Transparent and white glass beads. No lining
1970S Dark Green Silk Chiffon Cocktail Dress Beaded & Embellished With Rose App
Located in New York, NY
1970S Dark Green Silk Chiffon Cocktail Dress Beaded & Embellished With Rose Appliqués
Serge Lepage Skater Dress in Silk Chiffon Embroidered with Pearly Beads
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Serge Lepage Haute Couture - Skater dress in silk chiffon embroidered with pearly beads and sequins
Vintage 1960's Green Silk/ Worsted Wool Beaded Shift Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Vibrant green 1960's shift dress with flared bell sleeves and beaded eyelet embroidery. Mini length
1930s Black Jersey Long Sleeve Dress with Green Sequin beads
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Elegant 30s jersey dress with mint green and gold sequins. Long sleeve, button in front and zipper
1920's Art Deco Mint Green Silk Asymmetrical Beaded Tea Dress
Located in Gresham, OR
A gorgeous 1920's Art Deco mint green silk beaded asymmetrical, dropped waist tea dress. Beaded
Vintage 80's Bob Mackie Green Silver Fully Beaded Evening Dress Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in Montgomery, TX
Vintage Bob Mackie Fully Beaded Evening Dress Gown Green and Silver Beads and Sequins Over the
Stunning 1950s Vintage Beaded Sequin Green Silk Gown with Huge Train
Located in Sparks, NV
Incredible vintage 1950s formal gown in emerald green silk. The dress is fitted and features a
Randi Rahm green silk heavily hand beaded and rhinestone evening dress
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Randi Rahm green silk heavily hand beaded and rhinestone evening dress. A beautiful one of a kind
Sold
Size: 8 (Best Fits Modern Day Size 4)
Princess Irene Galitzine Mint Green & Gold Beaded Evening Dress, 1960's
By Irene Galitzine, Lord & Taylor
Located in Atlanta, GA
always with an eye for luxury and comfort. This 1960's evening dress is a fine example of her style with
Monique Lhuillier Size 14 Mint Green Ivory Beaded Sequined Mermaid Gown Dress
By Monique Lhuillier
Located in San Diego, CA
Enchanting MONIQUE LHUILLIER light mint green and ivory beaded, sequined, rhinestone, etc. silk and
1990s CD Green Ivory Grey Silver Silk Jersey Chiffon Beaded Paillettes 90s Gown
By CD GREENE
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage late 90s CD GREENE ivory, grey/silver silk jersey and chiffon evening dress
Saz Surjit & Adash Gill Gown Beaded Silk Dress 1970s
Located in Wallkill, NY
1970's Silk Dream Gown and this color is amazing. Flowing Layers of silk. Has a Hidden Zipper down
1960's Emerald Green Floral Print Linen Dress with Sequin and Beaded Decoration
Located in New Hope, PA
the print, turning it into a great summer party or evening gown. The dress has a natural waistline
1960s Ian Thomas Lime Green Beaded Chiffon Dress
Located in London, GB
Gorgeous lime green silk chiffon layered dress with white beads and sequins in an intricate pattern
1960s Paola Sidoli Alta Moda Green Beaded Mini Dress
Located in London, GB
, dotted with flowers with petals formed of emerald green beads around a large central rhinestone. This
Fabrice Vintage Green Silk Metallic Sequin + Beaded Cocktail Dress
By Fabrice
Located in Sparks, NV
Bright green silk cocktail dress with metallic sequin and beading by Fabrice. Fully lined with rear
UNIQUE VINTAGE Galliano-esque Green Beaded Bias Cut Dress
Located in 上海市, Xuhui district
This is a delicate and ethereal full-length dress crafted in a soft, pale green fabric that exudes
Roberto Cavalli Fully Beaded Mini Green Graphite Drape Illusion Plunging Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Montgomery, TX
Beaded in Green and Graphite Beads in Drape Illusion Look, Deep Plunging, Fully Lined. Measurements
1970S Kelly Green Hand Beaded Long Sleeve Low Cut Cocktail Dress
Located in New York, NY
1970S Kelly Green Hand Beaded Long Sleeve Low Cut Cocktail Dress
MADELEINE VIONNET c.1924 “Little Horses” Soft Green Glass Beaded Flapper Dress
By Madeleine Vionnet
Located in Thiensville, WI
MADELEINE VIONNET c.1924 “Little Horses” Soft Green White Glass Beaded Flapper Dress Circa: 1924
Adolfo Grass Green Velvet beaded Jacket and Velvet Slip Dress set 1970s
By Adolfo
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Adolfo Grass Green Velvet beaded jacket and Velvet Slip dress set from the 1970s. Custom made for
1960s Mod Cocktail Dress In Lime Green w/ Turquoise Beaded Neck and Hem
Located in Gresham, OR
A beautiful 1960s mod shift dress of lime green silk crepe (lined) with back zipper and heavily
Vintage Celine 1990s Moss Green Strappy Wooden Beaded 90s Jersey Dress
By Celine
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible vintage CELINE moss green rayon jersey dress! Features intricate wooden hand beaded back
1960s Nan Duskin Chartreuse Green Silk Crepe Mini Dress w Beaded Shoulders
By Nan Duskin
Located in Gresham, OR
1960s Nan Duskin Chartreuse Green Silk Crepe A-LIne Mini Dress w Beaded Shoulders: Sleeveless with
$95Sale Price|20% Off
W 27.56 in L 78.75 in
Baltic Mist Handwoven Cotton Scarf by Studio Variously, Unisex
By Studio Variously
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Custom design by Studio Variously, BALTIC MIST is a light weight scarf. It is beautifully handwoven and hand knotted in cotton by master artisans in Nepal. A sustainable design br...
$295Sale Price|25% Off
Size: Small - Medium
1950s 50s Ivory Woven ' Rosettes ' 3/4 Sleeve Vintage Cardigan Sweater
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing 1950s ivory rayon cardigan! Intricate 'rosettes' embroidered throughout. Hook-and-eye closure at top neck. Extremely versatile. Great with jeans, yet perfect over a dress or ...
Valentino Top One Shoulder Ruffle and Bow Trim M
By Valentino
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a Valentino one shoulder top with ruffle and bow trim in silk. Black knit fitted top. Double layer black silk ruffle trims 'neckline'. Signature bow detail at the 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".
New Tom Ford for Gucci F/W 2002 Black Silk Gown with Leather Tie It. 44
By Gucci, Tom Ford
Located in Montgomery, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Black Silk Gown Fall/Winter 2002 Collection Designer size 44 If you're looking for that incredible dress that Helen Hunt wore at the Oscars and one of the models i...
Versace Silk Cut out Back Dress
By Versace
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful pink silk dress from Versace. It is is a simple sleeveless sheath from the front. The back is exposed from the shoulders to low back with the exception of draping framin...
Yves Saint Laurent Tom Ford Black White Plunging Cleavage Cut Out Gown Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy and highly collectible museum quality vintage YVES SAINT LAURENT YSL by TOM FORD black and white plunging runway cut-out gown ! Features a soft crepe blend fabric that hugs the ...
Moschino Vintage Iconic Wool Tartan Plaid Jacket
By Moschino
Located in Nice, FR
MOSCHINO vintage iconic wool tartan plaid double-breasted jacket. This jacket features : - Lapel collar. - Black velvet on collar and cuffs. - Gold toned buttons. - Fully lined. - ...
New Versace Fall 2016 Runway Sequin Embellishment Cut-Out Tulle Accent Dress 40
By Donatella Versace for Gianni Versace, Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Runway Versace Mini Embellished Dress Designer size 40 This dress stands out for collectors due to its one-of-a-kind patchwork composition, where bold prints, textured fabrics, a...
$595
Size: best fits M/L, see measurements
Christian Lacroix 1990s Black Gold Accent Pocket Front Maxi Wrap Dress Gown
By Christian Lacroix
Located in San Francisco, CA
Christian Lacroix vintage black full length wrap dress with gold embellishment at one strap. Fastens closed at other strap and wraps with belt and snap at waist. Patch pockets at fr...
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...
Vintage Thierry Mugler Pink Mini Dress Circa 1990's
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Thierry Mugler Dress We offer more exclusive vintage items, view our frontstore This vintage spaghetti strapped pink tailored mini dress consists of satin inserts as well as cross ...
Dolce & Gabbana Lace up Silk Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful silk dress in a pink and green geometric print from Dolce & Gabbana. The bodice is vertically boned, fitted through to the hips and has an attached matching pink adjusta...
Alberta Ferretti Intricately Seamed Sexy High Waisted Purple Silk Skirt
By Alberta Ferretti
Located in New Hope, PA
Lustrous royal purple silk is used for this high waisted skirt. It is seamed for the most figure flattering fit and the seams have a hand stitched detail for an extra touch of elegan...
Moschino Vintage Black Cut Out Bow Tie Mini Dress, 1990s
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in Sparks, NV
Darling vintage Moschino mini dress with a cut out bow tie detail. Sleeveless sleeves and mini length. Details: Unlined Rear Zip Closure Marked Size: Unmarked Estimated Size...
Sleek Braided Leather Alligator Head Choker Necklace
Located in University City, MO
Sleek braided leather alligator head choker necklace The unique choker necklace is designed with a pair of silver metal alligators heads adhered to a black leather braided cord. The ...
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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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.