1977 Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Ivory Silk Crepe Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, GB
We are attributing this enchanting 1970s silk crepe couture dress to the master couturier Yves Saint Laurent as part of his Les Espagnoles et les Romantiques collection for Spring 19...
Alexander McQueen Multi Color Print Dress from Fall 2018
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Alexander McQueen Long sleeves Silk Print Dress in light green and brown from Fall 2018 - tassel sleeves Size Medium 6/8 see measurement : Bust 36 inches waist 28 inches/ dress lengt...
1930s White Floral Tulle and Lace Chiffon Midi Dress with Jacket
Located in London, GB
This 1930s wedding dress and matching jacket is tailored from delicate cobweb rayon tulle and has a sleeveless silhouette with a curved neckline. The body of the dress is crafted fro...
1970s Colin Glascoe Pleated Skirt Shirt Dress with Belt
By Colin Glascoe
Located in London, GB
Colin Glascoe came to prominence as a British designer during the late 1960s through to the 1970s and designed resort and evening wear in interesting prints, including Liberty design...
1970s Andrea Wilkin Silk Ivory Fantasy Bridal Dress in Edwardian Style
By Andrea Wilkin
Located in London, GB
This exquisite Andrea Wilkin 1970s fantasy bridal gown in soft ivory exudes femininity and is in wonderful condition. Layers of silk fabric are beautifully arranged to create the cla...
2011 Julien Macdonald White Silk Chiffon Dress and Cape with Appliques
By Julien Macdonald
Located in London, GB
This ethereal chiffon dress and matching cover-up walked the runway in Look 11 of Julien Macdonald's Spring 2011 runway collection. Reviewing the show, Vogue noted “the florals on s...
$1,504Sale Price|20% Off
Vivienne Westwood London 2000s Runway Worn Draped Asymmetrical Dress, Italy
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in Kingston, NY
This early 2000s Vivienne Westwood London white draped asymmetrical dress is a striking example of the designer’s architectural sensibility and avant-garde elegance. Made in Italy fr...
1970s Jean Varon Blue and White Lace Ruffle Maxi-Dress
By Jean Varon
Located in London, GB
This very early 1970s lace maxi dress was made by British label Jean Varon and is a beautiful example of the designer's penchant for romantic detailing, synonymous with his work duri...
1900s Antique White Battenburg Tape Lace Bridal Dress Jacket
Located in London, GB
This exquisite 1900 - 1910s white battenburg or princess tape lace dress jacket is of exceptional quality and craftsmanship and is increasingly scare in this condition. The entire pi...
1970s White Cheesecloth and Crochet Dress with Cross Stitch Applique
Located in London, GB
This 1970s maxi-dress is crafted from rich white cheesecloth. It has elbow-length, fluttering sleeves and falls to the ankle. The dress is trimmed with off-white crochet around the ...
White guipure dress on silk and tulle lining. Valentino
By Valentino
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
White guipure dress on silk and tulle lining. THE NECKLESS ON THE PRIMARY IMAGE IS NOT A PART OF THE DRESS ( AND NOT INCLUDE) SIZE 8
Bill Blass 1980s Black and Pink silk velvet cocktail dress
By Bill Blass
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1980s Bill Blass Black Velvet and hot pink satin cocktail dress - 3/4 Sleeves - satin bow Fitted waist . Size Small Bust 36” / Waist 26” / Hip 40”
1950s White Nylon Dress with Flocked Daisy Print and Matching Capelet
Located in London, GB
This charming white nylon flocked dress is cut with a classic 1950s silhouette. It has a fitted bodice, nipped-in waist, and full skirt. The neckline is cut straight across with wide...
Hervé Léger circa Spring Summer 1990-1991 white floral bodycon midi dress
By Herve Léger
Located in PARIS, FR
Beautiful Hervé Léger (Hervé L. Leroux tag - the first tag used by Hervé Léger) white bodycon dress from circa 1990-1991. Similar designs were presented for the now named Hervé Léger...
1960s White Lace and Pearl Embellished Dress and Jacket Set
Located in London, GB
This stunning two-piece ensemble is unlike anything we’ve ever seen before. We believe it to have been made in Hong Kong in the 1960s, an area known for its outstanding beadwork duri...
1970s Geoffrey Beene Red, Black, and Green Plaid Maxi Dress
By Geoffrey Beene, Geoffrey Been Boutique
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1970s Geoffrey Beene Plaid maxi long sleeve dress with beautiful collar and large belt. color : red, black, green and white paten leather belt pockets bow Size Medium Measurement : ...
1960s Gunne Sax Black Label Linen and Crochet Laced Bodice Dress
Located in London, GB
This Gunne Sax maxi-dress is from the brand’s highly collectable black label era. The label reads “Gunne Sax by Jessica”. This branding was used from 1969 into the early 1970s, marki...
1970s Giorgio di Sant' Angelo White Crochet Maxi Dress with Ribbon
By Giorgio di Sant' Angelo
Located in London, GB
Designed in the early 1970s by the great American stylist and designer Giorgio di Sant' Angelo, he is best remembered for his fashion shoot in 1968 with the model Veruschka for Vogue...
1960s Gunne Sax Cream Linen Mini Corset Dress with Wooden Beads
Located in London, GB
This late 1960s to early 1970s Gunne Sax by Jessica McClintock 'hippie' dress is from the brand’s highly collectable black label era. The label reads “Gunne Sax by Jessica”. This bra...
1960s Galanos Creme Long Sleeve Dress with Green Rhinestones Embellishment
By James Galanos, Galanos for Amelia Gray
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1960s James Galanos from Amelia Gray Boutique Creme silk crinkle long sleeve dress embellished in green rhinestones and white beads. Dress has some issues on the arm pit . ( see imag...
$4,200Sale Price|20% Off
Michael Novarese Beaded Silk Two-Piece Cocktail Dress Ensemble, Circa 1960
By Michael Novarese
Located in Kingston, NY
An extraordinary example of mid-century American couture craftsmanship, this Michael Novarese ensemble dates to the late 1950s–early 1960s and showcases handwork of remarkable intric...
2010 Chloe Ecru Silk Chiffon Maxi-Dress with Silver Rhinestone Detailing
By Chloé
Located in London, GB
This romantic dress was designed by Hannah MacGibbon for Chloé Fall 2010, and may have been part of a capsule collection. It is tailored from off-white or ecru coloured sheer silk ch...
$1,400Sale Price|20% Off
Pure White Late Victorian Dress with Lace Hearts, Embroidery and Cut Work
Located in New Hope, PA
This Victorian dress has it all! Made from a very fine handkerchief linen it has a high neck, exquisite floral embroidery, a very generous amount of heart patterned lace insertion, ...
1970s Odette Barsa Cream Slip Dress with Lace and Ribbon Overlay Coat
Located in London, GB
This incredible trousseau ensemble would make a wonderful wedding look for an unconventional, 1970s-loving bride. It was designed by Syrian-born American lingerie designer Odette Bar...
1930s Orange and Black Plaid Print Silk Chiffon Dress and Capelet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1930s Orange and Black plaid print Silk chiffon sleeveless dress and capelet. ( 2pcs) Fit Size US 2 **Dress has some fabric distressed. AS IS
Priscilla of Boston 1986 Lace Long Sleeve Wedding Gown
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The 1980s were such an amazing decade, especially for fashion.The classic design cues from that special time always seem to come full circle and prove their relevance.This collectibl...
Vintage Chanel 1990s Black and White Halter Maxi Dress, Size 4, Crepe
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1990s CHANEL black and white V neck halter maxi dress. Size: 4 / small Bust 34” / Waist : 26” Hip: open/ Dress length: 55”
1920s Art Deco Cream Silk Chiffon Dress w Solid Gold-Tone Bead Embellishment
Located in Gresham, OR
1920s Art Deco Cream Silk Chiffon Dress w Solid Gold-Tone Bead Embellishment: An extraordinary example of the classic Art Deco style dress worn by those ultra-modern "flapper" types...
JUAN CARLOS OBANDO 2014 Runway viscose linen peplum plunge bridal dress US4 S
Located in Hong Kong, NT
JUAN CARLOS OBANDO 2014 Runway ivory viscose linen ruffle peplum plunge bridal dress US4 S Reference: JECW/A00014 Brand: Juan Carlos Obando As seen on: Zoe Saldana Material: Viscose,...
NWT $ 12350 Oscar de la Renta 2008 Collection Champagne Fully Beaded Dress US 8
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Oscar De La Renta Champagne Tulle Dress Gown US size - 8 2008 Collection Double tulle - white on the top of champagne - finished with white pearl-looking round beads and two tone...
Vera Wang Black and White Strapless Ball Gown Wedding Dress
By Vera Wang
Located in Montgomery, TX
Here’s a refined and professional product description tailored for 1stDibs: Vera Wang Black and White Strapless Ball Gown Wedding Dress – Fall 2014 Collection A rare and iconic pie...
Pamella Roland 15 strapless silk ivory cream jacquard cape layered gown dress 6
By Pamella Roland
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Pamella Roland Spring Summer 2015 bridal wedding gown in ivory. The body of this dress is a strapless streamlined cut in jacquard fabric with beading embellishment to the bust - I ha...
Vivienne Westwood Couture Champagne Satin Bustier & Sculptural Panel skirt set
By Vivienne Westwood Gold Label
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An elegant Vivienne Westwood Couture two-piece ensemble crafted in luminous champagne silk duchesse satin, featuring a sculptural couture bodice and coordinating paneled skirt. The ...
A ceremonial Furisode Kimono in embroidered silk damask - Japan Circa 1960
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1950 - 1960. Japan Spectacular ceremonial Furisode kimono, Japan, circa 1950-1960. Off-white silk damask background, richly embroidered with diamond shapes filled with flowers ...
1950s Pierre Balmain Couture Cream Jacquard Two Piece Bridal Set
By Pierre Balmain
Located in London, GB
This timeless 1950s New Look style demi couture two piece by Pierre Balmain is in impeccable condition with exceptional line and form. The soft cream jacquard fabric is embossed with...
Rodarte 2011 Red Crepe V Neck Top & Sequin Wrap Skirt Set, Size 6
By Rodarte
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Rodarte 2011 Runway Red Crepe V neck top and Sequin Wrap skirt. Size 6 Bust fit to 38” Skirt Waist : 30”
Blumarine 2008 pink peach silk sequin ostrich feather wedding mini gown dress
By Blumarine
Located in Milano, Lombardia
LOVE LALI VINTAGE Blumarine Fall 2008 Beautiful peach silk dress embellished with gold sequins, crystals, cut glass beads and pink ostrich feathers. The V neck line, straps and heml...
Gucci 2003 Wedding Ivory Corset Gown
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Gucci 2003 Wedding Corset Dress by Tom Ford. Crafted from luxurious silk, this trained evening gown features exquisite appliquéd ribbons on the bodice, a central hook closure, and fo...
Italian Atelier Strapless Ruffled Gown
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Our show-stopping strapless ruffled gown from an Italian Atelier is THE moment.Its classic bridal silhouette is elevated with the loose scalloped patchwork that mimics a delicate fab...
Marchesa pink strapless wedding bustier silk layered dress gown with train 10
By Marchesa
Located in Milano, Lombardia
LOVE LALI VINTAGE A incredibly dreamy dress by Marchesa in soft petal pink Strapless cut with an inner boned corset that zips up separately inside the dress Composed of four layers ...
White Lace Beaded/Pearl Gown
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This charming mermaid silhouette beaded gown is such a stunner.It has tulle underlay for extra volume, along with a lace construction.It is ornamented with sequins, beading and pearl...
$1,238Sale Price|24% Off
1960s An Original By Constantino White Beaded Couture Vintage Wedding Dress Gown
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful early 60s AN ORIGINAL BY CONSTANTINO white beaded, sequin, pearl long sleeve silk lace wedding dress ! Couture quality, with so much attention to details. Silk taffeta with...
UNWORN Emilio Pucci by Peter Dundas Bridal Wedding Crochet Knit Maxi Dress Gown
By Peter Dundas, Emilio Pucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
Gorgeous EMILIO PUCCI crochet knit maxi dress / gown Perfect for the resort season Sleeveless Off-white crochet-knit cotton Full length Simply slips on Dry clean Only Made in Italy S...
Eve Stillman vintage silk pink ivory lace slit night gown slip wedding dress
Located in Milano, Lombardia
It would work just beautifully for a wedding or summers evening The ivory version photographed on the model is no longer available, the pictures are for reference only - so you can ...
Vintage turquoise beaded silk sheer floral layered wedding slip dress gown M L
Located in Milano, Lombardia
This would make a wonderful dress to attend a wedding, just as much as it would look lovely on an evening out in summer.
CARMEN MARC VALVO 90's Vintage Silver Beaded Evening Gown Bridal Wedding Dress
By Carmen Marc Valvo
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Carmen Marc Valvo Vintage 1990's Silver / Grey / Icy cool toned Delicate floral beaded pattern Looks like liquid silk, but it's not silk Sexy square neckline Size USA 12 - easily tai...
Zandra Rhodes White Handpainted Gown with Pink Beading
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A lovely alternative for a bride who wants something romantic but decidedly different from a traditional wedding gown — or for a summer evening when you want to make an entrance.
Bohemian Lace Mesh 1970's Ivory Gown
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Live out your best bohemian fantasy with our lace mesh gown from the 1970s.There are two components to this special gown, that double the wearability.There are two layers, the origin...
Pret a Porter Off The Shoulder Ivory Gown
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Our Pret a Porter ivory gown is the perfect dress for anyone who covets elevated minimalism.The deep shoulder drape paired with the train holder are details one could only dream of.*...
La Perla S/S 2002 beige nude sheer embellished backless wedding slip dress gown
By La Perla
Located in Milano, Lombardia
LOVE LALI VINTAGE La Perla S/S 2002 Composed of two layers of beige stretch sheer silk chiffon, embellished with circular motifs in varying sizes, formed from a combination of silve...
90s Geoffrey Beene Lime Green Metallic Silk Grecian gown
By Geoffrey Beene
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1992 Geoffrey Beene Lime green chartreuse print Grecian cut out gown with multi color sequins. see runway photo attached. Marked size 4 but it fit size modern size 2 Measurement: Bu...
1970s Helena Barbieri Pastel Silk Strapless Silk Chiffon Gown
By Helena Barbieri
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1970s Helena Barbieri Pastel water color print in green, pink and turquoise silk strapless gown with jacket. Fit size 2/4/ Small
Vintage Versace Crystal Embellished White Wedding Gown 44 - 8
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
VERSACE CRYSTAL EMBELLISHED WHITE GOWN Perfect for wedding! Content: 72 % viscose, 28% silk IT Size 44 - US 8 armpit to armpit: 17" front length 60" back length 66" Made in Italy B...
White evening slip dress ( or wedding dress) ALEXANDRE VAUTHIER
By Alexandre Vauthier
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
White evening slip dress ( or wedding dress) made of different fabric patchwork. Silk lining. Invisible zip closure and hook&eye on the middle back. Front lenght: 170cm Back lenght...
Byzantine Cream Jeweled Silk Column Hostess Maxi or Wedding Gown – S-M-, 1968
Located in Tucson, AZ
Added opulence provided by the free-hanging front panel skirt whose edges and center are adorned in matching jewels. Best of all, the gown could double as a wedding dress or evening ...
Vintage Bob Mackie S/S 1997 White Gown with White Beaded Bodice
By Bob Mackie
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elevate your bridal style with our Bob Mackie White Gown. This off-shoulder gown features a stunning beaded, sequin, and pearl ornamented bodice and a sweetheart cup, perfect for the...
1920S Cream Silk With Lace And Beaded Detail Wedding Gown
Located in New York, NY
1920S Cream Silk With Lace And Beaded Detail Wedding Gown
Edwardian Cream Silk Satin & Lace Rare Wedding Or Presentation Gown
Located in New York, NY
Edwardian Cream Silk Satin & Lace Rare Wedding Or Presentation Gown
1930S White Rayon Tulle Princess Gown With Pearlesent Sequin Beaded Bodice From
Located in New York, NY
1930S White Rayon Tulle Princess Gown With Pearlesent Sequin Beaded Bodice From Paris
$3,636Sale Price|20% Off
Alberta Ferretti Wedding dress size S
By Alberta Ferretti
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
2016 Alberta Ferretti sposa collection Ivory white color Two pieces: - Large epalouette top - Long skirt with trawl Lace top with sequins embroidery rhinestones and applications 7 La...
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.
Costumer to the stars Ray Aghayan brought the famed painting to life with his spectacular design.
From handbags and heels to jackets and jewels, Sharon Coplan Hurowitz has a deep admiration for (and collection of) all things Chanel.
Jeriana San Juan explains how she undertook the intimidating project of designing costumes for the new Netflix series about the New York fashion legend. (Hint: She found vintage Halston on 1stDibs!)
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.