$350Sale Price|20% Off
The Prettiest Shocking Pink 100% Italian Silk Dress with Flared Skirt
By Barbara Tfank
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wear it for cocktails or out to dinner on a summery night or as a wedding guest. Dress it up with some fab jewelry and great shoes.
DSquared2 F/W 2005 Open Back Emerald Green Silk Dress
By Dsquared2
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Its low V-back design adds a sexy touch, making it an ideal choice for cocktail events or as a standout wedding guest dress. Seen on the runway, this piece perfectly balances sophist...
J Mendel Spring 2013 Magenta Purple Bohemian Ruffled Silk Long Sleeve Gown
By J Mendel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This gown has all the makings of an unforgettable look. Perfect wedding guest dress for those fabulous garden weddings that go from late afternoon to night.
James Galanos Vintage 1990s Black Silk Starfish Print Slip Gown 90s Maxi Dress
By Galanos, James Galanos
Located in San Diego, CA
Vintage James Galanos, 1990s Galanos, James Galanos gown, James Galanos dress, vintage silk gown, black silk slip dress, silk evening gown, minimalist evening dress, old Hollywood gl...
$304Sale Price|59% Off
Plunging V Neck Body Dress in Luxurious Taroni Gold Lame
By Barbara Tfank
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The perfect Cocktail dress or Wedding Guest. A go to dress that always shines.
James Galanos Couture Silk Chiffon Rose One Shoulder Chiffon Gown W Duster
By Galanos
Located in Los Angeles, CA
With an elegant drape, this piece is perfect for a wedding guest or party goer. The dress has a ribbon detail at the waist, ruched detailing on the side, and a hidden zipper.
Oscar de la Renta Blue Turquoise Sleeveless Silk Dress W Bubble Hem Resort 2009
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Portland, OR
This is a wonderful wedding guest dress, summer day or evening dress or perfect to take on vacation!
2000s Ungaro Rose Pink Beaded Sequin Evening Dress w Pink Crystals
By Emanuel Ungaro
Located in Portland, OR
This would make a great evening dress, mother of the bride or groom dress, or even a wedding guest dress!
Victor Costa for Saks Fifth Avenue Strapless Cocktail Dress Abstract Print 1980s
By Victor Costa for Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in Amsterdam, NH
Would work perfectly as a wedding guest dress. BRAND DESCRIPTION Victor Costa is known for copying the European designers of his time and translating their style to a American audie...
1990s Carolina Herrera Silk Dress in Pink Jacquard Print MOB or Wedding Guest
By Carolina Herrera
Located in Portland, OR
This beautiful Carolina Herrera silk dress would make a great day dress for a wedding guest, a mother of the bride or groom dress, or a perfect evening dinner dress.
Donna Karan Cotton Smocked Strapless Dress, 1990s
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Could be dressed up with a pair of heeled sandals for a summer wedding guest look.
2000s Diane Freis Hand Beaded Floral Print Asymmetric Dress
By Diane Freis
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Whether you're attending a cocktail party or a summer wedding as a guest, this dress will help you make a stylish statement.
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Size: See Description
1960s Yellow Silk Chiffon Summer Vintage Dress With Silk Faux Feathers
Located in Portland, OR
It would be a great dress to wear to a Summer Soiree or to a Summer wedding as a guest.
Beige and Silver Vintage French Brocade Fit and Flare Box Pleated Dress
By Barbara Tfank
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A perfect wedding guest dress dress and parties and you will shines elegantly as only chic French brocade and sparkle.
Norman Nude Champagne Floral Lace Sheath Illusion Dress With Bow Detailing 1950s
Located in Munich, DE
A 34 cm - 13-4" concealed zip fastens up the back with a hook and eye on the neckline. A perfect wedding (guest) dress! Style it with our 1950s ostrich feather hat for a sophist...
2008 Ralph Lauren Purple Label Floral Halter Neck Silk Dress
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Miami, FL
Perfect wedding guest or garden party dress. The size tag had been removed but it seems like it’s about a size 6 to 8.
1960s Doree Model Pink Georgette Lace Embellished Dress
Located in London, GB
A great choice for formal day wear or as a wedding guest and equally could be dressed up for evening attire.
Pastel Lavender Purple Carolina Herrera Long Sleeve Summer Weight Wool Dress
By Carolina Herrera
Located in Portland, OR
There is just a slight amount of stretch to the dress and it would be a great wedding guest dress, which can be such a difficult category!
Oscar de la Renta Blue Silk Sleeveless Evening Dress Structured w/ Frayed Seams
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Portland, OR
We think it would make the perfect evening dinner dress or even a great wedding guest dress! Labeled a size 8, but please review the measurements for proper sizing.
Crystal and Silk Dupioni 60s Gown
Located in San Francisco, CA
This would make a spectacular rehearsal dinner dress, wedding guest dress, or gala gown. This beautiful piece is in vintage condition.
1960s Vintage Nude Sleeveless Shift Dress With Floral Applique
Located in Portland, OR
We think this would make a great wedding guest dress as well! Unlabeled CONDITION: Excellent Condition No marked size - we estimate it to fit a size Small but please refer to measur...
Romeo Gigli Strapless Black Stretch Cotton Daisy Print Draped Dress, 2000s
By Romeo Gigli
Located in Doncaster, South Yorkshire
Perfect for a cocktail party or as a wedding guest but could be dressed down and worn in the day.
Vintage Powder Blue & White Beaded Dress W/ White Bow & Jacket
Located in Portland, OR
The outfit has a beaded empire waist dress with a bow and a beaded jacket. We think that this would make the most perfect mother of the bride or mother of the groom dress or a great ...
Roberto Cavalli Sexy Plunging Open Back Silk Party Dress, 2000s
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Doncaster, South Yorkshire
The sexy open back makes it perfect for a party, as a wedding guest or dressed up in the evening. Size: Marked IT 44 which roughly equates to a UK 12/ US 8/ EU 40.
Missoni Colorful Silk Halter Dress
By Missoni
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous colorful fine silk knit halter dress from Missoni in a red, orange, blue, yellow, white, lavender and black abstract pattern. It slips on over the head and has 2 black str...
New Gucci Flora Bamboo Runway Pumps Heels Sz 6.5
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Brand New Gucci Flora Heels Size: 6.5 Beautiful Iconic Canvas Flora Pattern Bamboo & Gold Hardware Leather Insole Wood Heel Heel Height 3" With Box
Thierry Mugler Military Green Wrap Dress 1980s
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous forest green wool military influence dress by Thierry Mugler. It has a small stand up collar, long sleeves with cuffs and 2 bodice patch pockets. The dress skirt wraps ac...
Dolce & Gabbana Lace up Silk Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful stretch silk leopard print dress from Dolce & Gabbana. The bodice has adjustable straps, functional and adjustable side lacing through to the hips plus rows of top st...
Chic Vintage Louis Feraud Coat
By Louis Feraud
Located in London, GB
A stylish and practical vibtage coat by Louis Feraud. The coat has wonderful tailoring, and is double breasted with faux pockets and epaulettes. It is fully lined with a 20 ' vent a...
Chanel 1994 Iconic Spring Runway Vintage Pearl Round Sunglasses Rare
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel 1994 Spring Runway Vintage Pearl Round Sunglasses Rare Silver-tone metal Chanel vintage round sunglasses with faux pearl trim at frames and arms, adjustable nose pads and tin...
Sold|$695
Size: Medium
Chic 1950s Pale Blue Couture French Lace Taffeta Avant Garde Vintage 50s Blouse
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic early 50s demi couture pale blue French Lace wrap blouse top! Features a chiffon backing, with taffeta covered button. Attached taffeta ribbon ties multiple times around the wai...
1990S CARMEN MARC VALVO Chocolate Brown & Black Rayon Silk Burnout Velvet Backl
By Carmen Marc Valvo
Located in New York, NY
1990S CARMEN MARC VALVO Chocolate Brown & Black Rayon Silk Burnout Velvet Backless Bias Gown
Christian Dior by John Galliano Lace Camisole and Skirt Set
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous 2 piece set in white lace from Christian Dior. It consists of a scoop neck camisole tank style top and straight midi length skirt in alternating lines of lace and sheer. ...
Yves Saint Laurent Tom Ford Black White Plunging Cleavage Cut Out Gown Dress
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche
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 ...
Alexander McQueen New Khaki Pants with Hip Lacing S/S 2002
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
Fabulous khaki cotton pants from Alexander McQueen. They have full straight legs with curved panels over the back hips with a fan of laces meeting and buttoning on the front sides at...
Christian Dior by John Galliano Purple Silk Floral Lace Slip Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Concord, NC
An effortlessly romantic Christian Dior by John Galliano slip dress crafted in 100% silk, featuring an elegant purple iris floral print on an ivory background. Delicate lavender lace...
Dolce & Gabbana c. 2001 Sheer Open Knit Crochet Corset Black Top
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Englishtown, NJ
Dolce & Gabbana c. 2001 Sheer Open Knit Crochet Corset Black Top Size M
$890
Size: please refer to measurements
VERA WANG 90's/00 Tan Evening Gown w. Bustle Maxi Dress Bridal Wedding
By Vera Wang
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Vera Wang 1990's-2000's Vintage Tan / Beige color, neutral tone Train that bustles at the back Size tag missing will measure later, appears to be a 2/4 Great vintage condition, no ri...
$620Sale Price|20% Off
Size: Small
1960s Demi Couture Silk Chiffon Flower Print Pink + Green Vintage 60s Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful early 60s Demi couture silk chiffon dress ! Features flowers printed in pink and green throughout. Two layer of swag drape over the left shoulder. Tailored bodice with full...
Chanel 90s Vintage Canvas & Leather Duffle Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel late 80s early 90s canvas and leather quilted duffle bag. Gold tone hardware. Handle drop 6.5". Detachable strap measures 44". Small glue residue on top, interior smell due to...
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.
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