1980S NAEEM KHAN Black & Gold Beaded Silk Cut Out Back Long Sleeve Gown
By Naeem Khan
Located in New York, NY
1980S NAEEM KHAN Black & Gold Beaded Silk Cut Out Back Long Sleeve Gown
1980S NAEEM KHAN Black & Gold Beaded Silk Cut Out Back Long Sleeve Gown
By Naeem Khan
Located in New York, NY
1980S NAEEM KHAN Black & Gold Beaded Silk Cut Out Back Long Sleeve Gown
Naeem Khan Riazee Vintage Sexy Cut Out Metallic Beaded Cocktail Dress
By Naeem Khan
Located in Sparks, NV
Stunning vintage Naeem Khan dress under his Riazee label. Heavily encrusted in thousands of tiny glass seed beads.
Naeem Khan Vintage Black Metallic Gold Beaded and Sequin Evening Dress, 1990s
By Naeem Khan, Riazee
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage 1990s Naeem Khan sequin and beaded evening dress with a cut out detail in gold and black.
Naeem Khan Riazee Nights Multicolor Sequin Silk Blazer Jacket circa 1980s
By Naeem Khan Riazee Nights
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This Naeem Khan Riazee Nights multicolor sequin silk blazer jacket from the circa 1980s exudes opulence and vintage glamour.
Naeem Khan Riazee Nights Multicolor Sequin Silk Mini Cocktail Dress circa 1980s
By Naeem Khan Riazee Nights
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This Naeem Khan Riazee Nights multicolor sequin silk mini cocktail dress from the circa 1980s embodies opulence and vintage glamour.
Naeem Khan Riazee Vintage Open Back Sequin + Beaded Bodycon Size 6 Wiggle Dress
By Riazee, Naeem Khan
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy, yet sophisticated vintage NAEEM KHAN, RIAZEE fully sequined and beaded open-back silk bodcon dress!
Naeem Khan Beaded Schiaparelli Inspired Jacket
By Naeem Khan
Located in Yucca Valley, CA
Fantastic vintage late 80s/early 90s Naeem Khan jacket for Lillie Rubin. Draped blazer with cape top.
1980s Naeem Khan Green Pure Silk Sequined Jacket
By Naeem Khan
Located in Houston, TX
Festive Naeem Khan green sequin jacket created in the 1980's for his Riazee Line.
Naeem Khan Riazee black beaded slip gown
By Naeem Khan Riazee Nights
Located in New York, NY
This Naeem Khan for Riazee night slip gown is fully beaded with a deep v neck detail.
Naeem Khan Riazee white beaded mini dress
By Naeem Khan Riazee Nights
Located in New York, NY
This white full beaded mini dress is Naeem Khan for Riazee Nights. It is co-labelled with Bergdorf Goodman.
Naeem Khan Riazee Silk Faille Floral Blouse, Circa 1980s
By Naeem Khan, Naeem Khan Riazee
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Naeem Khan Riazee, circa 1980's silk faille floral blouse, crystal button front with bishop sleeve.
Naeem Khan Riazee Nights multicolored beaded vest
By Naeem Khan Riazee Nights
Located in New York, NY
Thi Naeem Khan Riazee nights beaded vest has a silk back with a tie.
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Naeem Khan Riazee Boutique Vintage Beaded Sequin Floral Mini Evening Dress
By Naeem Khan Riazee
Located in Portland, OR
We love Naeem Khan pieces and we so appreciate his attention to detail and luxurious craftsmanship.
1980s Naeem Khan Silk Aqua Sequin & Beading Evening Ensemble W/ Tassel Jacket 6
By Naeem Khan, Naeem Khan Riazee
Located in Houston, TX
Incredible and outrageous three piece blue beaded and sequin ensemble by Naeem Khan for Riazee! The ensemble consists of a pair of fully sequined blue straight - leg pants with elast...
Naeem Khan Riazee Black beaded blazer with cut out sleeves
By Naeem Khan Riazee Nights
Located in New York, NY
Thi fully beaded black jacket has a beaded cut out design sleeve and a front zipper. It is a unique piece. It is in excellent condition and in the light the black beading almost lo...
Naeem Khan Beaded Jacket
By Naeem Khan
Located in New York, NY
1980s sequins and beads from Naeem Khan. Why wear Balmain when you can wear Khan?
Naeem Khan Tropical Beaded Bolero
By Naeem Khan
Located in New York, NY
Fantastic tropical flowers bloom right out of the fabric of this luxe evening jacket from Naeem Khan. An array of shades of colors and beads creates this illusion and it is magical.
Floral Bias Cut Naeem Khan Beaded Gown
By Naeem Khan
Located in New York, NY
Floral Bias Cut Naeem Khan Beaded Gown
Naeem Khan beaded evening gown
By Naeem Khan, Riazee
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Gorgeous bead encrusted gown by Naeem Khan...long sleeve fitted gown has V front neckline (inset panel can be removed for a more daring look)...dress is open at the back from knee to...
1990s Naeem Khan Bias Cut Backless Velvet Gown
By Naeem Khan
Located in New York, NY
The classic art-deco era 1930s old Hollywood glamour has been given modern spice by designer Naeem Khan. This classic look has been updated with a masculine pinstripe in the velvet, ...
Naeem Khan Riazee Nights Beaded and Sequin Cocktail Dress
By Naeem Khan
Located in Austin, TX
Naeem Khan colorful beaded and sequin cocktail dress.
Naeem Khan Silver Long Sleeve Cocktail Dress, Circa 1980
By Naeem Khan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a long sleeve silver sequin cocktail dress by Naeem Khan, from 1980. The cocktail dress has a black sequin "racing" stripe down the front, back, and the arm.
Naeem Khan Vintage 1990s 90s Beaded + Sequin Ombre Fringe Flapper Dress
By Naeem Khan, Riazee
Located in Sparks, NV
metallic ombré fringe dress by Naeem Khan for Neiman Marcus. Silver, gold, copper, and iridescent midnight blue hand sequin and beaded fringe.
Naeem Khan Bead Encrusted Cocktail Dress
By Naeem Khan
Located in New York, NY
This dress is a well designed version of the classic 80s excess bent for dressing for evening. Gold and black is common however gold and white is an entirely different glamazon.
Naeem Kahn Black Beaded Cocktail Dress with Lattice Fringe Hem
By Naeem Khan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a stunning Naeem Kahn cocktail dress. This cocktail dress features heavy black beading and sequins. The dress has a lower scoop back and a sheer lattice design hem with beade...
Naeem Khan Electric Beaded Dress
By Naeem Khan
Located in New York, NY
Pop-art electric waves abound in this "simple" little dress from designer Naeem Khan.
Naeem Khan Riazee Vintage Metallic Sequin + Beaded Cocktail Dress
By Naeem Khan
Located in Sparks, NV
Gorgeous heavily beaded cocktail dress with an open back and long sleeves by Naeem Khan. Stunning! Fully Lined Shoulder Pads Can Easily Be Removed If Desired Back Zip and Hook Closur...
Naeem Khan Riazee Vintage Metallic Sequin + Beaded Cocktail Dress
By Naeem Khan
Located in Sparks, NV
Gorgeous heavily beaded cocktail dress with an open back and long sleeves by Naeem Khan. Stunning! Details: Fully Lined Shoulder Pads Can Easily Be Removed If Desired Back Zi...
Naeem Khan Vintage Sequin + Beaded Evening Gown
By Naeem Khan
Located in Sparks, NV
Show stopping vintage Naeem Khan for Riazee metallic gold, copper, silver and black beaded and sequin gown with long sleeves in 100% silk.
1980s Naeem Khan Vintage Metallic Sequin + Beaded Cocktail Dress
By Naeem Khan
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage 1980s black mesh dress with sequin and beadwork. By Naeem Khan's Riazee label. Fully lined in silk with side zip closure.
Naeem Khan Beaded and Embroidered Crepe Gown with Fish Tail
By Naeem Khan
Located in valatie, NY
A beautiful Naeem Khan champagne colored beaded and embroidered crepe evening gown with a fish tail.
1980s Naeem Khan Vintage Silk Metallic Sequin + Beaded Cocktail Dress
By Naeem Khan
Located in Sparks, NV
Vibrant vintage silk cocktail dress entirely encrusted with thousands of tiny sequins and beads by Naeem Khan. Fully lined with rear zip and hook closure.
Naeem Khan Riazee Boutique Vintage Sequin + Beaded Ombre Silk Gown
By Naeem Khan
Located in Sparks, NV
Details: Fully Lined Back Zip and Hook at Neck Closure Marked Size: US 2 Estimated Size: Small Color: Black Metallic/ Copper Fabric: Pure Silk Label: Riazee Boutique (Naee...
Naeem Khan for Riazee Vintage Heavily Beaded + Sequin Cocktail Dress
By Riazee, Naeem Khan
Located in Sparks, NV
Gorgeous heavily beaded and sequin cocktail dress by Naeem Khan for Riazee. Open cut out back and 5" beaded fringe trim.
Naeem Khan Riazee Embellished Blouse Black & White Beads Sequins Formal Sz S
By Naeem Khan Riazee
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Incredibly detailed sequin and bead top was designed by Naeem Khan for his Riazee label circa 1981. Khan worked for Halston and others before starting his Riazee line and now designs...
1980s Naeem Khan Riazee Nights Fuchsia Silk Gown with Beading and Sequins
By Naeem Khan Riazee Nights, Naeem Khan
Located in Austin, TX
1980s Naeem Khan Riazee Nights fuchsia silk gown with beading and sequins.
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Size: Small / Small Medium
Vintage Naeem Khan Riazee Black Beaded + Pearl Encrusted Fringe Silk Dress
By Naeem Khan, Naeem Khan Riazee
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing vintage NAEEM KHAN Riazee for SAKS 5th AVE black beaded and pearl encrusted fringe silk chiffon dress!
NAEEM KHAN Riazee Nights c.1980's Multicolor Abstract Beaded Sequin Shift Dress
By Naeem Khan
Located in Thiensville, WI
Vintage 1980's Naeem Khan Riazee Nights for Saks Fifth Avenue shift dress.
1980s Naeem Khan Vintage Heavily Beaded + Sequin Sparkling Silk Dress
By Riazee
Located in Sparks, NV
Incredible vintage Naeem Khan silk dress encrusted with thousands of tiny sparkling sequins and beads.
1980s Naeem Khan Vintage Heavily Beaded + Metallic Sequin Sparkling Silk Dress
By Riazee
Located in Sparks, NV
Incredible vintage Naeem Khan silk dress encrusted with thousands of tiny sparkling sequins and beads.
1980s Rainbow Beaded Silk Cocktail Dress
By Naeem Khan
Located in New York, NY
1980s Rainbow Beaded Silk Cocktail Dress
Naeem Khan Open Back Beaded Coacktail Dress
By Naeem Khan
Located in US
Riazee Naeem Khan Vintage Open Back Beaded Cocktail Dress Naeem Khan dress features a beaded detail all throughout, large and smaller beading in colors at the cuffs, back zipper...
Naeem Khan 1990s Gilded Gold Sequin Gown
By Naeem Khan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gold and silver-tone sequined gown from Naeem Khan with puddle hem and architectural wrap detail in back.
Vintage 1980s Naeem Khan Riazee Beaded Ivory Silk Cut Out Billow-Sleeve Gown
By Naeem Khan, Riazee
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An ultra chic and totally unique Naeem Khan fully-beaded ivory silk gown dating back to the early 1980's.
1990s Naeem Khan Beaded Flame Evening Gown
By Naeem Khan
Located in Dallas, TX
Killer evening gown from the 1990s in black silk chiffon and covered in red and yellow sparkling sequins and beads. The gown has a flame print around the lower skirt. Large cut-out o...
Naeem Khan Vintage Lavishly Embellished Column Dress
By Naeem Khan, Riazee
Located in Cloverdale, CA
Naeem Khan Vintage Lavishly Embellished Column Dress for Riazee.
80s Multi Color Beaded and Sequined Naeem Khan Dress
By Naeem Khan
Located in San Francisco, CA
80s multi colored heavily beaded and sequined Naeem Khan cocktail dress. Fully lined. Zips up the back
Naeem Khan for Riazee Sequined & Embroidered Jacket
By Riazee, Naeem Khan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Show-stopping jacket from Naeem Khan for Riazee retailed at Neiman Marcus and dates to the 1980's-1990's.
Rare NAEEM KHAN Riazee Nights Beaded FRINGE Suzarila Cartoon Dress
By Naeem Khan
Located in Lake Park, FL
This is a Naeem Khan Riazee nights beaded Suzarila Cartoon multi color dress in perfect condition!
1980s Naeem Khan Heavily Beaded & Embroidered Vintage Silk Trophy Jacket
By Naeem Khan
Located in Doncaster, South Yorkshire
An incredibly extravagant vintage trophy jacket by master of glitz and designer to the stars (including Michelle Obama and Princess Kate Middleton), Naeem Khan for Riazee Nights. Ren...
Naeem Khan Vintage Beaded, Sequinned Black & Gold Silk Party Dress, 1980s
By Naeem Khan
Located in Doncaster, South Yorkshire
Naeem Khan Vintage Heavily Beaded & Sequinned Silk Party Dress, 1980s Size: Marked S fits like UK 10/ US 6/ EU 38.
Naeem Khan Black and Gold Tiger and Cheetah Sequin Silk Dress, 1980s
By Riazee, Naeem Khan
Located in Houston, TX
Outrageous Naeem Khan Riazee tiger and cheetah cocktail dress.
Naeem Khan Riazee Flapper Fringed Beaded Sequin Evening Cocktail Dress Size 6.
By Naeem Khan
Located in Atlanta, GA
Naeem Khan Riazee for Neiman Marcus is a gorgeous Great Gatsby Embellished Flapper fringed beaded sequin evening cocktail dress that is a size 6.
Naeem Khann Vintage Aqua Sequen cocktail dress
By Naeem Khan
Located in New York, NY
All about the color!!! Splash yourself in this fabulous Aqua vintage Naeem Khann 80's micro sequent short sleeves cocktail dress.Fish-scaled designed sequent. Bugle beads trim. Pris...
Naeem Khann Vintage Gold hand Beaded Art Deco cocktail dress
By Naeem Khan
Located in New York, NY
Exploding with tones of Gold and bronze colors , choices of carefully picked sizes of beads and sequent and than all hand sewn into a spectacular Art deco pattern. All Silk shift d...
Vintage Jeanette Kastenberg for St. Martin Sequin & Beaded Silk Bolero Jacket
By Jeanette Kastenberg
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Elevate your evening look with this vintage 1980s Jeanette Kastenberg for St. Martin bolero jacket, a dazzling statement piece crafted from black silk and richly embellished with vib...
1996 AZZEDINE ALAIA black beaded and micro sequined dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Jet-black beaded and micro-sequined mini dress designed by Azzedine Alaia dating to spring of 1996. Dress is labeled a size S. Length is approximately 33" long. Width is very stretch...
Oscar de la Renta Black Velvet beaded Gown, Halter Top Bodice 6
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a sexy evening gown from Oscar de la Renta. It is made of black velvet and has a fully beaded bodice. It is a halter style top, that crosses in the back. The skirt is slit up...
1980S BOB MACKIE Black Beaded Silk Chiffon Long Sleeve Gown With Fringe
By Bob Mackie
Located in New York, NY
1980S BOB MACKIE Black Beaded Silk Chiffon Long Sleeve Gown With Fringe
OLEG CASSINI 'Black Tie' Beaded Gown Size 6
By Oleg Cassini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Oleg Cassini gown is composed of a beaded and sequin silk. Features a center back zipper closure. Some beading missing, overall great condition. **Please cross-reference meas...
Vintage Frank Usher Pure Silk Heavily Beaded Sequin Evening Jacket, 1980s size S
By Frank Usher
Located in Maghera, GB
A spectacular vintage Frank Usher evening jacket dating to the late 1980s, lavishly embellished over pure black silk with an extraordinary patchwork of sequins, beads and jewel-toned...
1980s Ann Lawrence Vintage Metallic Gold and Black Beaded Fringe Evening Dress
By Ann Lawrence
Located in Sparks, NV
Stunning construction! Vintage metallic gold and black evening dress by Ann Lawrence with a full structured skirt and beaded fringe trim. Fully lined with rear zip and hook closure....
1990s Bellville Sassoon Lorcan Mullany Harrods Black Gold sequin dress UK 12 14
By Bellville Sassoon, Harrods
Located in Maghera, GB
1990s Bellville Sassoon Lorcan Mullany for Harrods Black & Gold One-Shoulder Gown A striking 1990s evening gown by Bellville Sassoon Lorcan Mullany, retailed by Harrods Knightsb...
Sensational Vintage Bob Mackie Black and Silver 80s Heavily Beaded Dramatic Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in San Diego, CA
Exceptional vintage 1980s BOB MACKIE black, silver and white heavily beaded and sequined nigh neck evening dress! Features thousands of hand-sewn sequins and beads throughout the bod...
Late 1980s Neiman Marcus Silk Sequin Floral Jacket Pearl Rhinestone Gold Buttons
By Neiman Marcus
Located in San Diego, CA
Marked Size US 4 Measurements: Bust: 32–34 inches Waist: 28 inches Shoulders: 14.5 inches, measured across the back from shoulder seam to shoulder seam Beautiful late 1980s Neiman M...
$225Sale Price|34% Off
Size: Medium
Silk Glass Beaded Sequined Evening Jacket for Saks Fifth Avenue c 1980s
Located in University City, MO
Exquisite silk glass beaded sequined evening jacket c 1980s The elegant silk evening jacket is encrusted with a combination of contiguous glittering glass bugle beads and iridescent...
Oleg Cassini Vintage Beaded Silk Jacket, Floral Design
By Oleg Cassini, Black Tie by Oleg Cassini
Located in New Hope, PA
Oleg Cassini designed this beautiful beaded jacket using gold bugle beads to edge the floral design at the center front, neckline, cuffs and hemline. The flowers on the body of the...
Valentino 2000s Size 6 Black Silk Lace Cut-Out Sequin Evening Gown Dress
By Valentino
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy, yet classic early 2000s VALENTINO black silk and lace cut-out evening gown ! Features a tailored bodice with black lace sequin cut-out detail with rhinestone encrusted buckle a...
Vintage Beaded Cocktail Dress by Party Time
Located in London, GB
A chic vintage cocktails dress by Party Time. The dress has a black background with beading in a wonderful mix of Fall colours. The dress is fully lined , and has a central back zip....
80-s Vintage Bob Mackie Black Beaded Bolero Dress Size 6
By Bob Mackie
Located in Montgomery, TX
80-s Bob Mackie Beaded Bolero Dress Details: Color: Black/Gold Size 6 Bodice: 100% Nylon Bottom : 66% Acetate, 34% Rayon Condition: Excellent
$38,030
Size: approx. FR36 - UK8 - US4
Azzedine Alaia Gold Lamé Couture Gown with Sequin Mosaic Detail, FW 1990
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
This rare, likely one-of-a-kind Azzedine Alaïa couture dress from the Fall-Winter 1990 collection is crafted from metallic gold lamé with a mosaic-like sequin overlay, creating a str...
Sold|$3,800
Christian Dior F/W 2003 Rose Pink Silk Gown
By Christian Dior
Located in Dubai, AE
Christian Dior by John Galliano F/W 2003 Rose Pink Silk Satin Gown An iconic draped gown in luminous rose pink silk satin, designed by John Galliano for Christian Dior’s Fall/Winter ...
1960s Tina Leser Mod One Piece Vintage Playsuit Romper 60s Swimsuit Flowers
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare early 60s TINA LESER one piece cotton play suit, roper swimsuit! One of the many great aspects about this piece is that it can be worn for so many different occasions. Yellow ba...
1980s Ted Lapidus Size 6 Turquoise Blue Silk Beaded Sequin Vintage 80s Gown
By Ted Lapidus
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful early 1990s TED LAPIDUS turquoise blue silk beaded evening halter gown ! Features thousands of hand-sewn beads in silver and blue, sequins in blue and pearls throughout the...
A Vintage 1960s green cotton floral printed long Summer Dress
By Wendy
Located in London, GB
A stunning and bright 1960s green floral printed dress, perfect for Summer. The dress is in a wonderful print and various shades of green and white. The dress has a scoop neckline,...
Torso Creations Pink Purple & Green Silk Caftan W/ Open Back Embroidery Trim
By Torso Creations
Located in Gresham, OR
Torso Creations Pink Purple & Green Silk Caftan W/ Open Back, Embroidery, Purple Velvet Ribbon and Sequin Trim. Fashioned from vintage sari fabric in the style of Thea Porter. Adjust...
Giorgio Armani Vintage Dress Hand Beaded Fleurette on Tulle Formal Gown 40
By Giorgio Armani
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a rare and vintage Giorgio Armani gown so divinely exquisite that it can take you from the Red Carpet to the White House. Breathtaking and the epitome of the Giorgi...
2011 Vivienne Westwood blue taffeta off shoulder gown
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in Austin, TX
Vivienne Westwood blue taffeta gown gold label off the shoulder, fishtail train fitted waist Condition: fair, water damage at hem, see video. Bust 34" , Waist 25" , Hips 39", Lengt...
Vivienne Westwood Velvet Blouson Jacket
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in Berlin, BE
Beautiful velvet Vivienne Westwood Jacket. Cut in a stunning velvet that seems to absorb and refract light like oil on water, the piece balances romance and rebellion with signature ...
$2,450
Size: 42 / US 6
1990s Dolce & Gabbana D&G Black Plunging Sexy Beaded Sleeveless Vintage 90s Gown
By Dolce & Gabbana, D&G by DOLCE & GABBANA
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy late 90s DOLCE & GABBANA D&G black rayon jersey plunging beaded / sequin evening gown ! Features multiple layers of soft stretch jersey. Iridescent sequins and beads hand-sewn a...
LES HABITUDES 90's Vintage Ivory Voluminous Long Skirt Maxi Ankle Bride Wedding
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Les Habitudes 1990's Vintage Ivory yellow color Extremely voluminous tulle underlay Side zip No size or comp tag, refer to measurements below Excellent vintage condition, minor feel...
Issey Miyake Me Red Fringe Crinkle Pleat Tank Top
By Issey Miyake
Located in San Francisco, CA
Issey Miyake red fringe tank top from the Me Issey Miyake label. Sleeveless with crinkle pleats throughout and tassel trim at shoulders and hem. No size, best fits XS/S. See measure...
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 dress. Dress is lined in silk but sleeve in unlined. Size: best fit size 0/2 or 4 Bu...
Alexander McQueen Hummingbird Dragonfly Floral Fitted Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Berlin, BE
Gorgeous Alexander McQueen fitted dress with beautiful kaleidoscope print featuring hummingbirds, dragonflies and flowers. Gold tones background, beautiful construction. Alexander ...
1980's Yves Saint Laurent YSL Black Lace Dress with Hanky Hem
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Unique YSL hanky hem cocktail/evening dress from the early 1980's. The lace trim along the hem and all over the bodice has a touch of sparkle with jet black beading. Full flare to th...
$4,800
Size: Marked 8 but fits today's size 4
Stunning Bob Mackie Gold & Black Deco Inspired Beaded Dress with Exposed Back
By Bob Mackie
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to present a stunning vintage Bob Mackie gold and black beaded dress with a high neck, open exposed back, a center back zipper, and mini length. The d...
$536
Size: One Size / UK 6-16 / US 2-12
1930’s Beaded net sequin Capelet bolero - Black Silver shoulder shrug Cape
Located in Sheffield, GB
1930’s exquisite hand beaded net bolero in a black mesh, featuring beautiful gelatine sequin ornamentation of silver star shapes and black circular discs, with various lines of glass...
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.