Moschino Color Block Tuxedo Dress 1990s
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in Water Mill, NY
A whimsical dress from Moschino in black red and off white. The bodice appears as a black double
Moschino Color Block Tuxedo Dress 1990s
By Moschino Cheap and Chic, Moschino
Located in Water Mill, NY
A whimsical dress from Moschino in black red and off white. The bodice appears as a black double
Lillie Rubin Whimsical Multicolor '80s Sequin Body-hugging "Disco" Tank Dress
By Lillie Rubin
Located in New York, NY
whimsical multicolor '80s body-hugging "Disco" tank dress has a center-back invisible zipper measuring 11
1990s Bellville Sassoon Velvet Slip Dress with Sequinned Bodice
By Bellville Sassoon
Located in London, GB
collection and this whimsical dress is lined with crimson satin to the floor. The label reads “Bellville
Jeremy Scott New Moschino Chocolate Bar Dress
By Jeremy Scott, Moschino Couture
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous chocolate brown jersey dress from the whimsical F/W 2014-2015 Collection of Jeremy Scott
Saz by Surjit & Adarsh Gill Silk Cut Out Dress Dress, 1970s
Located in Boca Raton, FL
silk, this Saz by Surjit & Adarsh Gill Dress is whimsical and seductive at once. The dress derives
Dolce & Gabbana Silk Floral Lace Maxi Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the Dolce & Gabbana Silk Floral Lace Maxi Dress, a breathtaking and luxurious piece
$596Sale Price|20% Off
Size: Large - X Large
Rare 1950s Larger Plus Size Train + Horse + Carriage Novelty Print Vintage Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic and rare larger plus size 1950s novelty cotton dress! Features whimsical prints of trains, toy
Spring/Summer 2011 Alexander McQueen Folklore Fin Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Whimsical Alexander McQueen Folklore Fin dress from the Spring/Summer 2011 collection. From one of
$11,000Sale Price|20% Off
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN green silk PLATOS ATLANTIS PRAYING MANTIS GOWN Dress L
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Zürich, CH
sides which gives the dress a whimsical elusion. Closes on the back with a concealed zipper. Lined in
1960s Rodrigues Vibrant Multi Color Print Dress
By Rodrigues
Located in Houston, TX
an silk embroidered stripe throughout this perfectly whimsical dress. The dress also features a back
Young Dimensions for Saks Fifth Avenue MOD Maxi Dress Size 4.
Located in Atlanta, GA
Young Dimension for Saks Fifth Avenue 1980s MOD Maxi whimsical dress is a size 4. Ladies please
2000s Diane Freis Whimsical Print Ruffle Hem Evening Dress
By Diane Freis
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Made from luxurious silk, this vintage Diane Freis dress features a cowl neck with ruffle adorned
1980s Haute Couture Guy Laroche whimsical Cocktail Dress
By Guy Laroche
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1980s saloon girl style haute couture Guy Laroche cocktail dress in black velvet, red satin, tulle
Patrick Kelly 1980s Black Wool Knit 'Rainbow' Mini Dress Size 4.
Located in Atlanta, GA
to describe this dress is whimsical, it is music to the ears. Wear your Tom Ford heels with this and
Lanvin Cocktail Dress With Zig Zag Neckline & Polka Dots, IT 36
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Bethesda, MD
Vintage Lanvin 1980s strapless cocktail dress. Timeless and whimsical, the dress features a black
Fantastic 1980s Bob Mackie Arrows of Love Mini Dress
By Bob Mackie
Located in Houston, TX
Bob Mackie does it again with this fantastically whimsical arrow strap dress! The back...the back
Geoffrey Beene Silk Floral and Polka Dot Dress
By Geoffrey Beene
Located in Houston, TX
1980s Geoffrey Beene whimsical printed silk floor length dress. Composed of silk dot mesh and
Alexander McQueen black & white dress, Autumn/Winter 2008
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
Tree' collection of 2008. This beautiful and whimsical strapless dress is embroidered with a
1957 Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Cocktail Dress with Lesage Embroidery
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Yucca Valley, CA
1957 Pierre Balmain Haute Couture Cocktail Dress with Lesage Embroidery As rare as it is
Lagerfeld Silk Party Dress with Embellished Bodice
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fabulous and whimsical black silk party dress from Karl Lagerfeld is embellished with a double leaf
Arnold Scaasi 1980s Polka Dot Velveteen Dress
By Arnold Scaasi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Whimsical black velveteen dress from Arnold Scaasi embroidered all over with red, yellow and blue
Geoffrey Beene 2000s One Shoulder Lace Cocktail Dress
By Geoffrey Beene
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful, whimsical cocktail dress. Shirred one shoulder dress with full skirt. Black lace shot
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Size: Small
Pelush Black Boucle Faux Fur Dress With Guipure Lace and Swarovski Crystals - S
By Pelush - Luxury Faux Furs
Located in Greenwich, CT
whimsical and coquette mode. Wear it every day with flat boots and a top underneath or dress it up with our
Ronald Amey Graphic Print Dress
By Ronald Amey
Located in New York, NY
Ronald Amey "op art" print, whimsical dress with sequined detail at waist, collar and cuffs.
Scaasi 80s Organza Cocktail Dress w/ Whimsical Bubble Print
By Arnold Scaasi
Located in Gresham, OR
A whimsical Arnold Scaasi Boutique cocktail dress from the 80s. A strapless bustier style dress
Extravagantly Beaded, Whimsical Malcolm Starr 60's Shift Dress
By Malcolm Starr
Located in Gresham, OR
This 1960's dress from Malcolm Starr is wonderfully naive, with patchwork embroidery employing
1980 Whimsical Silk Chiffon Polka Dot Dress W/ Colorful Beaded & Sequin Florals
Located in Gresham, OR
A whimsical 1980s polka dot silk chiffon dress with colorful beaded roses at waistband: a fun
Scaasi Multi-Color Floral "Swirl" Silk Dress
By Arnold Scaasi
Located in New York, NY
Scaasi wonderful multi-color whimsical floral "Swirl" silk dress is fully lined. The center back
Zandra Rhodes Iconic Print Midi Dress with Tulle.
By Zandra Rhodes
Located in New York, NY
placed on the dress body adds to the whimsical nature of the dress. The hem is asymmetric.. Dress comes
Geoffrey Beene Red and Black Dress
By Geoffrey Beene
Located in New York, NY
Geoffrey Beene, red and black whimsical cocktail dress. Dress has a fitted jersey bodice that ends
1960s Red and Gold Brocade Shift Dress
Located in London, GB
flowers in a very loose, whimsical outline. The dress is fully lined in acetate and has its original zip
ANGELO TARLAZZI Vintage Silk Handkerchief Gown maxi dress
By Angelo Tariazzi
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Angelo Tarlazzi Vintage Excellent condition F40 A mix between Y2K and Goth, this 2 piece whimsical
Issey Miyake 2006 Artist Series Pink Dress W/ "Dinos Eden" Print By Nathalie Lee
By Issey Miyake
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is thrilled to present a vintage Issey Miyake pink dress from the designer's
The Attico Karen Pixel Print Georgette Minidress
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
unforgettable entrance and exit. The sheer pastel purple and green gradient fabric adds a dreamy and whimsical
Moschino Couture Neckties Silk Bustier Dress
By Moschino, Moschino Couture
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous whimsical dress from Moschino Couture covered with silk neckties wrapped around the body
Vintage Bill Blass Silk Ladybug Dress
By Bill Blass
Located in Water Mill, NY
Whimsical dress from Bill Blass in a pretty green silk highlighted with orange ladybugs of
Moschino Couture Color Block Measuring Tape Dress
By Jeremy Scott, Moschino Couture
Located in Water Mill, NY
A whimsical dress in a light weight wool knit from Moschino Couture designed by Jeremy Scott. The
Moschino ' LOVE IS IN THE AIR ' Dress With Wings
By Moschino
Located in Water Mill, NY
A whimsical dress in a black wool knit from Moschino. A simple fitted, bodycon dress with long
'House of London' Black Abstract Deconstruct Whimsical Evening Cocktail Dress
Located in New York, NY
'House of London' black abstract deconstruct whimsical evening cocktail dress has a center-back 2
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Size: Medium / Large
Whimsical 1960s Toby Tanner Colorful Striped ' Pom Pom ' Cotton 60s A Line Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Whimsical and chic TOBY TANNER vintage 1960s colorful striped 'pom pom' cotton A-Line sleeveless
Vintage Yves Jenet 1970s Whimsical 3 D Leaf Printed Long Sleeve 70s Maxi Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Whimsical 1970s YVES JENET black long sleeve jersey maxi dress, with 3D prints of leaves throughout
1970's EMILIO PUCCI archery print silk jersey dress with hand stitching
By Emilio Pucci
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Vivid yellow silk jersey dress with whimsical archery print and hand stitched and hand pleated
2005 Matthew Williamson Nude Mesh Celestial Embellished Maxi Dress
By Matthew Williamson
Located in London, GB
This whimsical Matthew Williamson maxi dress is crafted from nude silk and is decadently
Beautiful Vintage Hanae Mori Butterfly Kimono Style Dress & Sash Belt
By Hanae Mori
Located in San Diego, CA
Whimsical vintage Hanae Mori red dress, with adorable butterfly prints throughout. Chic kimono
1950s Whimsical Floral Embroidered Organza Dress
Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI
➳ vintage 1950s dress * embroidered floral organza * acetate/tulle lining * bodice stays
1950's Whimsical Metallic Swirls Strapless Evening Dress
Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI
1950's gold and silver metallic swirls party dress. Strapless bodice with stays. Organza with
Zandra Rhodes 1980s Cocktail Dress with Whimsical Portrait Beading
By Zandra Rhodes
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sassy and fun beaded cocktail dress from Zandra Rhodes features whimsical design. Cutouts along
Issey Miyake Burnt Orange Pleated Dress
By Issey Miyake
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An architectural and whimsical cocktail dress from Issey Miyake's Fête line. Done in Miyake's
MOSCHINO Jersey Halter Dress with Rainbow Trompe L'Oeil Jewelry
By Moschino
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Yet another fabulous, whimsical party dress from the house of MOSCHINO. The black jersey halter is
GUCCI Floral Brocade and Lace Dress IT40 US 2-4
By Gucci
Located in Brossard, QC
Gucci's floral brocade and lace dress captures the whimsical spirit of the fashion house with its
1960s Bill Blass for Maurice Rentner Ivory Chantilly Lace Ruffle Dress
By Bill Blass
Located in Houston, TX
Victorian with its ruffle neck. The sleeve hems also offer a whimsical ruffle detail, giving the dress added
Vintage 1970's Elinor Simmons for Malcolm Starr Sequins Maxi Dress
By Malcolm Starr
Located in Hudson on the Saint Croix, WI
vintage 1970's dress * beautiful whimsical print cotton * covered in shiny sequins * acetate
Frank Tignino Strapless Brown Velvet & Copper Tone Tulip Satin Gown
Located in Palm Beach, FL
with side boning. This gown is fully lined. This dress is whimsical and a show stopper! For closure
Claude Montana Seashell Dress
By Claude Montana
Located in Topanga, CA
This Claude Montana print silk dress is perfectly whimsical. Featuring a seashell print and small
Vintage 1950's Hattie Carnegie Couture Whimsical Hand-Painted Cream Silk Gown
By Hattie Carnegie, Hattie Carnegie
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A breathtaking Hattie Carnegie couture whimsical hand-painted cream silk gown dating back to the
PAULINE TRIGERE Strapless Feathered Dress
By Pauline Trigère
Located in New York, NY
dress is a whimsical and yet sophisticated dress. The interior features a full corset bra, complete with
Moschino Cheap & Chic Vintage Watermelon Collar Dress, 1990s
By Moschino
Located in Doncaster, South Yorkshire
A fun and whimsical vintage Moschino dress from the 90s by genius Italian designer Moschino, for
Vivienne Westwood 1998 CorsetStyle MarilynMonroe Velvet Moire Red CocktailDress
By Vivienne Westwood Gold Label, Vivienne Westwood
Located in Chicago, IL
Vivienne Westwood (1941-2022) designed this corset-style hourglass-shaped red velvet evening cocktail dress with its outsized double bow and sheer moire faux-underlay while producing...
Incredible Vintage Giorgio di Sant Angelo 80s White Fully Beaded Bodycon Dress
By Giorgio di Sant' Angelo
Located in San Diego, CA
Incredible, sexy, and timeless vintage 1980s Giorgio di Sant Angelo white beaded dress! Encrusted with thousands of seed beads, rhinestones, etc...The detail on this sexy little numb...
1970s Louis Feraud Couture Tan Lace Floral Embroidered Dress
By Louis Feraud
Located in San Francisco, CA
Louis Feraud 1970s haute couture light brown lace dress in a 1920s style drop waist silhouette. Amazing embroidered lace and hand finished seam allowances. Small buttons conceal a ba...
Jacques Fath Ivory Silk Organza Top-6
By Jacques Fath
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Jacques Fath Ivory Silk Organza Top-6. This stunning Jacques Fath top is in excellent condition, it shows minimal sign of use. It is made of ivory silk organza throughout and has lac...
Oscar de la Renta 2007 Runway Look Brown Ruffle Trim Sun Dress
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in San Francisco, CA
Oscar de la Renta brown pencil dress with raw edged ruffle trim. Grosgrain trim circles the bodice. Boned at bodice for shape. Back zip and hook and eye. Seen in another color in L...
Prada fucsia purple tulle dress
By Prada
Located in Capri, IT
Prada's latest runway collection featured glowing fluorescents contrasted with tweed and construction-inspired vests, with this tulle dress making its way into multiple looks. Made i...
Issey Miyake Open Sleeve Draped Top
By Issey Miyake
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous blue top, shirt from Issey Miyake. It overlapping at the front exposing the waist and buttons at the shoulder. The back is fuller and longer and the sleeves are open fro...
John Galliano Lace Cardigan and 2 Camisoles Set
By John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous cardigan and camisole set in black knit lace plus an additional matching red camisole all from John Galliano. The set consists of 2 flower pattern lace knit camisoles one ...
Tom Ford for Gucci F/W 2002 Collection Black Stretch Deep V-Neck Dress 38
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Black Stretch Dress F/W 2002 Collection Designer size - 38 Deep V-neck style, Black satin trim, Removable tie, Very stretch. Made in Italy Excellent new condition....
$1,275
Size: Small / Medium
1970s Holly's Harp China Stencil Buttons Hand Painted Cold Shoulder Silk Dress
By Holly Harp
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare 70s HOLLY'S HARP purple hand painted boho cold shoulder dress ! Features a beautiful medium shade of purple. Hand painted tress, leaves and rainbows throughout. Vibrant colors o...
$760Sale Price|20% Off
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN white RIBBED & OPEN KNIT PEPLUM Dress S
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Zürich, CH
Alexander McQueen ribbed and open knit peplum dress in cream polyamide (43%), cotton (37%), viscose (11%), nylon (5%) and polyester (4%). Has short sleeves and a solid knit skirt. Ha...
Worn in Sex and The City 2, Iconic John Galliano Christian Dior Newsprint Dress
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
Being offered is the Iconic John Galliano for Christian Dior Autumn/Winter 2000-2001 Newsprint Dress WORN by Sarah Jessica Parker and lent by Vintage Luxury N.Y. for Sex and the Cit...
1950S Black Nylon/Lace Bullet Bra
Located in New York, NY
1950S Black Nylon/Lace Bullet Bra
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
Jean Paul Gaultier Sweater with Belt 1990s
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous rust orange striped wool sweater from Jean Paul Gaultier. It has long sleeves, a standup collar with functional silver buttons closure along it's side and one shoulder and...
Azzedine Alaia F/W 1986 Jacket Skirt and Pants Suit
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Water Mill, NY
An amazing iconic fine black wool 3 piece skirt, pant and jacket suit from Azzedine Alaia as displayed in SCAD Fashion Museum in Atlanta. The spectacular front wrapping jacket is a...
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.
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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.