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1980s William Travilla Strapless Corset-Bodice Gown in Silver Lame w/ Foulard
1980s William Travilla Strapless Corset-Bodice Gown in Silver Lame w/ Foulard

1980s William Travilla Strapless Corset-Bodice Gown in Silver Lame w/ Foulard

By Travilla, William Travilla

Located in Gresham, OR

1980s William Travilla Strapless Corset-Bodice Gown in Silver Lame w/ Foulard: Boned strapless bodice is ruched to the hip with a swag caught up at a bow on the side.

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1980s American Evening Gowns

1960s William Travilla Green and Blue Sequin Dress
1960s William Travilla Green and Blue Sequin Dress

1960s William Travilla Green and Blue Sequin Dress

By William Travilla

Located in London, GB

This is a late 1960s or early 1970s couture sequinned maxi gown by William Travilla whose name is synonymous with Marilyn Monroe for whom he worked as a costume designer from 1952.

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Travilla Dress with Capelet 1970s
Travilla Dress with Capelet 1970s

Travilla Dress with Capelet 1970s

By Travilla, William Travilla

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous black silk dress by William Travilla. It has a rounded neckline with an attached gathered elbow length caplet edged in black silk satin.

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1970s Travilla Vintage Evening Dress with Purple Green + Black Flower Embroidery
1970s Travilla Vintage Evening Dress with Purple Green + Black Flower Embroidery

1970s Travilla Vintage Evening Dress with Purple Green + Black Flower Embroidery

By Travilla

Located in Sparks, NV

Unique bust with plunging neckline and strap detail. By William Travilla. Details: Fully Lined Back Zip with Hook Closure Marked Size: 12 Estimated Size: Medium Color: Bla...

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1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Travilla Strapless Silk Strapless Gown 1970s
Travilla Strapless Silk Strapless Gown 1970s

Travilla Strapless Silk Strapless Gown 1970s

By Travilla

Located in Water Mill, NY

From acclaimed designer William Travilla a stunning gown comprised of layers of pointed edge red silk.

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1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1980s Vintage Travilla Black Cocktail Dress with Illusion Lace, Size 8
1980s Vintage Travilla Black Cocktail Dress with Illusion Lace, Size 8

1980s Vintage Travilla Black Cocktail Dress with Illusion Lace, Size 8

By Travilla

Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL

Designer William Travilla is famously known for dressing Marilyn Monroe, including some of her most memorable screen and public appearances, making Travilla pieces especially collect...

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1980s Cocktail Dresses

Travilla for Saks Fifth Ave Beverly Hills Beaded Lace and Silk Gown Size 16 NWOT
Travilla for Saks Fifth Ave Beverly Hills Beaded Lace and Silk Gown Size 16 NWOT

Travilla for Saks Fifth Ave Beverly Hills Beaded Lace and Silk Gown Size 16 NWOT

By Travilla, William Travilla

Located in Palm Desert, CA

Found unfit for wartime duties due to flat feet, William Travilla made his way to Hollywood and signed his first contract as costume designer at Columbia in 1941.

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1980s American Evening Dresses

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Andre Tan evening bustier bow gown

Andre Tan evening bustier bow gown

Located in New York, NY

The dress was created by costume designer William Travilla and was used in one of the most famous scenes of the film.

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William Travilla Vintage Black Evening Dress With Mesh Details
William Travilla Vintage Black Evening Dress With Mesh Details

William Travilla Vintage Black Evening Dress With Mesh Details

By William Travilla, Travilla

Located in Portland, OR

This vintage William Travilla evening dress has so many unique, fine details!

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Travilla Rose Pattern Pleated Evening Cocktail Dress Size 8.
Travilla Rose Pattern Pleated Evening Cocktail Dress Size 8.

Travilla Rose Pattern Pleated Evening Cocktail Dress Size 8.

By Travilla

Located in Atlanta, GA

William Travilla 1980s mauve color rose pattern pleated evening cocktail dress is a size 8.

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1970's Travilla Couture Ivory Chiffon & Lace Illusion Dolman Sleeve Bridal Dress
1970's Travilla Couture Ivory Chiffon & Lace Illusion Dolman Sleeve Bridal Dress

1970's Travilla Couture Ivory Chiffon & Lace Illusion Dolman Sleeve Bridal Dress

By William Travilla, Travilla

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Extremely chic late 1970's ivory silk-chiffon and rose-print lace bridal dress from the iconic Travilla label. William Travilla designed costumes for films and also opened his own sa...

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1986 Travilla Couture Whitney Houston Design Blue One-Shoulder Beaded Silk Gown
1986 Travilla Couture Whitney Houston Design Blue One-Shoulder Beaded Silk Gown

1986 Travilla Couture Whitney Houston Design Blue One-Shoulder Beaded Silk Gown

By Travilla, William Travilla

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

William Travilla designed costumes for films and also opened his own salon with best friend Bill Sarris.

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1980s American Aesthetic Evening Dresses

1980's William Travilla Crushed Velvet Dress
1980's William Travilla Crushed Velvet Dress

1980's William Travilla Crushed Velvet Dress

By Travilla

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

This is an absolutely stunning vintage dress from William Travilla from the 1980's! This incredible Boudreaux velvet dress has a deep v neckline, with detachable velvet belt to finis...

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Travilla 1950's Blue Silk Dress
Travilla 1950's Blue Silk Dress

Travilla 1950's Blue Silk Dress

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Size: approx. USA 8/10

Travilla 1950's Blue Silk Dress

By Travilla

Located in Toronto, ON

Vintage 1950's William Travilla blue dress. Blue sheer silk overlay with draped neckline, short sleeves, bow at centre back waist, and gathered design at back skirt.

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Vintage Travilla Pleated Chiffon Maxi Dress
Vintage Travilla Pleated Chiffon Maxi Dress

Vintage Travilla Pleated Chiffon Maxi Dress

By Travilla

Located in Sparks, NV

AMAZING and rare pleated maxi dress by collectible celebrity designer William Travilla (who designed Marilyn Monroe's infamous white pleated halter dress in The Seven Year Itch).

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1970's Travilla White Silk Crepe Gown with Unusual Cord Decoration
1970's Travilla White Silk Crepe Gown with Unusual Cord Decoration

1970's Travilla White Silk Crepe Gown with Unusual Cord Decoration

By Travilla, William Travilla

Located in New Hope, PA

Oscar winning Hollywood Costume Designer William Travilla is best known as the designer of the white silk halter dress Marilyn Monroe wore in the film The Seven Year Itch in 1955.

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Travilla Brocade Dress With Velvet Bow Belt, 1950’s
Travilla Brocade Dress With Velvet Bow Belt, 1950’s

Travilla Brocade Dress With Velvet Bow Belt, 1950’s

By Travilla, William Travilla

Located in Atlanta, GA

1950’s Travilla ornate brocade dress with a built-in velvet bow belt. The rolled collar dress zips and hooks at the back with hooks and snaps at the belt. The gorgeous fabric is an...

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William Travilla White Chiffon Pleated Valley of The Dolls Dress, 1960s
William Travilla White Chiffon Pleated Valley of The Dolls Dress, 1960s

William Travilla White Chiffon Pleated Valley of The Dolls Dress, 1960s

By William Travilla

Located in Los Angeles, CA

1960's white pleated dress by the great designer and Hollywood costumer, William Travilla, who designed some of the most iconic pieces in film history.

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William Travilla 1980s Navy Cut Out and Rhinestone Detail Pencil Cocktail Dress
William Travilla 1980s Navy Cut Out and Rhinestone Detail Pencil Cocktail Dress

William Travilla 1980s Navy Cut Out and Rhinestone Detail Pencil Cocktail Dress

By Travilla

Located in San Francisco, CA

Travilla 1980s deep navy pencil dress with diamond shaped cutout detailing at chest. Round rhinestone covered silver buttons accent the corners. Back zip and hook and eye. Content...

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Travilla Silk Applique Trim Dress 1970s
Travilla Silk Applique Trim Dress 1970s

Travilla Silk Applique Trim Dress 1970s

By Travilla, William Travilla

Located in Water Mill, NY

An incredible black silk dress by William Travilla. It is semi fitted with a wrap tie belt at the waist, a V neckline and a straight skirt.

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Travilla 1970s Blue Floaty Chiffon Beaded Evening Dress with Sheer Sleeves
Travilla 1970s Blue Floaty Chiffon Beaded Evening Dress with Sheer Sleeves

Travilla 1970s Blue Floaty Chiffon Beaded Evening Dress with Sheer Sleeves

By Travilla

Located in San Francisco, CA

William Travilla vintage cobalt blue dress (estimated 1970s) featuring sheer detailing and beaded embellishment at waist.

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Travilla Marilyn Monroe sunburst pleated gold lame halter neck gown 1953
Travilla Marilyn Monroe sunburst pleated gold lame halter neck gown 1953

Travilla Marilyn Monroe sunburst pleated gold lame halter neck gown 1953

By Travilla

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Travilla Marilyn Monroe sunburst pleated gold lame halter neck gown 1953...Originally designed by William Travilla for Marilyn Monroe, to be worn in the film "Gentlemen Prefer Blonds...

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1950s American Evening Dresses

Vintage Travilla Lace Illusion Bodice Silk Chiffon Flowy Black Dress
Vintage Travilla Lace Illusion Bodice Silk Chiffon Flowy Black Dress

Vintage Travilla Lace Illusion Bodice Silk Chiffon Flowy Black Dress

By William Travilla, Travilla

Located in San Diego, CA

Stunning vintage Travilla silk chiffon black pleated dress, with gorgeous intricate lace bodice. Chic ruffle hem, with bell/balloon sleeves that snap shut at cuff. Looks incredible o...

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1970s Travilla Vintage Black Long Sleeve Flapper Fringe Cocktail Dress
1970s Travilla Vintage Black Long Sleeve Flapper Fringe Cocktail Dress

1970s Travilla Vintage Black Long Sleeve Flapper Fringe Cocktail Dress

By Travilla, William Travilla

Located in Sparks, NV

Gorgeous vintage black cocktail dress with long fringe by Travilla. Fully lined with rear zip closure and snap closure at wrists. The marked size is 10, but the dress fits like a mod...

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Vintage Travillia Couture 1970s Hand Painted Kelly Green Silk Chiffon 70s Gown
Vintage Travillia Couture 1970s Hand Painted Kelly Green Silk Chiffon 70s Gown

Vintage Travillia Couture 1970s Hand Painted Kelly Green Silk Chiffon 70s Gown

By Travilla, William Travilla

Located in San Diego, CA

Absolutely stunning 1970s TRAVILLIA hand painted kelly green caftan gown! Features layers upon layers of the finest silk chiffon. Hand painted watercolor prints throughout the front,...

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Travilla Pleated Chiffon Halter Dress
Travilla Pleated Chiffon Halter Dress

Travilla Pleated Chiffon Halter Dress

By Travilla

Located in Los Angeles, CA

1980's cocktail dress from William Travilla. Black pleated chiffon. Halter style with plunging v-neck.

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Travilla Kelly Green Gown with Beaded & Jeweled Bodice/Sleeves
Travilla Kelly Green Gown with Beaded & Jeweled Bodice/Sleeves

Travilla Kelly Green Gown with Beaded & Jeweled Bodice/Sleeves

By Travilla

Located in Oradell, NJ

This is an opulent and luxurious kelly green chiffon gown with an elaborately beaded, sequined, and jeweled bodice and sleeves designed by William Travilla. Travilla had been an Amer...

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1970s American Evening Gowns

1980s Travilla Purple Velvet Strapless Dress With Detached Sleeves
1980s Travilla Purple Velvet Strapless Dress With Detached Sleeves

1980s Travilla Purple Velvet Strapless Dress With Detached Sleeves

By Travilla

Located in Portland, OR

This is an absolutely stunning vintage dress from William Travilla from the 1980's! We are fortunate to have had another one of these dresses that we sold a while back, that doesn't...

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c1953 Travilla "Gentlemen Prefer Blondes" Purple Silk Dress
c1953 Travilla "Gentlemen Prefer Blondes" Purple Silk Dress

c1953 Travilla "Gentlemen Prefer Blondes" Purple Silk Dress

By Travilla

Located in Rockwood, ON

During the 1940s William Travilla solely designed for the movies and many of the most iconic dresses from this time period, worn by some of the biggest stars, were created by him.

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William Travilla Vintage Red Pleated Satin Halterneck Party Evening Dress, 1970s
William Travilla Vintage Red Pleated Satin Halterneck Party Evening Dress, 1970s

William Travilla Vintage Red Pleated Satin Halterneck Party Evening Dress, 1970s

By William Travilla, Travilla

Located in Doncaster, South Yorkshire

An incredible and rare vintage womens dress from the late 70s / early 80s by William Travilla for his Travilla label. William Travilla is best known for his Oscar winning costume des...

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Travilla's Valley of the Dolls "Neely O'Hara" Jeweled Jumpsuit with Cape
Travilla's Valley of the Dolls "Neely O'Hara" Jeweled Jumpsuit with Cape

Travilla's Valley of the Dolls "Neely O'Hara" Jeweled Jumpsuit with Cape

By Travilla

Located in Cloverdale, CA

Amazing jeweled jumpsuit with attached cape from William Travilla's costumes from the hit cult movie Valley of the Dolls.

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Travilla Purple Velvet Vintage Cocktail Dress Detached Sleeves Opera Gloves 1980
Travilla Purple Velvet Vintage Cocktail Dress Detached Sleeves Opera Gloves 1980

Travilla Purple Velvet Vintage Cocktail Dress Detached Sleeves Opera Gloves 1980

By Travilla

Located in Portland, OR

This collectible vintage dress is from the early 1980's and is in excellent condition and I love the deep heart shaped bust line. William Travilla was one of Marilyn Monroe's favorit...

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William Bill Travilla Vintage Silk Dress Houndstooth Plaid Tassel Print 8/10
William Bill Travilla Vintage Silk Dress Houndstooth Plaid Tassel Print 8/10

William Bill Travilla Vintage Silk Dress Houndstooth Plaid Tassel Print 8/10

By Travilla

Located in Portland, OR

This pretty silk vintage dress was designed by Bill Travilla, the designer who was one of Marilyn Monroe's favorites! He designed the costumes for Gentlemen Prefer Blondes, How to Ma...

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1950's Jack Travilla Blush and cream Showgirl Dress
1950's Jack Travilla Blush and cream Showgirl Dress

1950's Jack Travilla Blush and cream Showgirl Dress

By William Travilla

Located in San Francisco, CA

The designer tag says "Jack's of Hollywood" signifying the accredited costume designer, William "Jack" Travilla, known for his film costumes during the 1950's.

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William Travilla For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate vintage or contemporary william travilla for your needs in our varied inventory. Many people prefer Black, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find Gray, Green and more options on these pages.

How Much is a William Travilla?

On average, a william travilla on 1stDibs sells for $713, while they’re typically $195 on the low end and $3,595 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Finding the Right Evening-dresses for You

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.