Vintage 2004 2000s Y2K Roberto Cavalli Silk Baroque Floral Halter Midi Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Denver, CO
Vintage 2004 Roberto Cavalli Dress Stretch silk satin fabric with oversized baroque floral print with gold painted look accents throughout Halter dress with closures at the back of t...
Y2K Stephen Burrows Brown and Cream Silk Chiffon Abstract Floral Ruffle Dress
By Stephen Burrows
Located in Greenport, NY
Gorgeous Stephen Burrows Brown & Cream Silk Chiffon Abstract Floral Print Ruffle Dress Bust: 34” Waist: 28” Length: 41” Labeled size 10. Stephen Burrows is an American fashion des...
Vintage Early 2000s Y2K Roberto Cavalli Black Halter Keyhole Cut Out Midi Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Denver, CO
Early 2000s Roberto Cavalli Dress Black stretch viscose knit fabric Halter neckline with sash that ties at the back of the neck Keyhole cut out at the bust + upper back Thin layer of...
Vintage 2002 Y2K Roberto Cavalli Silk Cheetah Crocodile Mermaid Halter Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Denver, CO
2002 Roberto Cavalli Silk Dress Gown Cheetah + crocodile print silk fabric Halter neckline with
Vintage 2003 2000s Y2K Roberto Cavalli Cream Tribal Turquoise Dress Seashells
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Denver, CO
Beautiful 2003 Roberto Cavalli Dress Cream elastic material with oversized tribal, turquoise jewelry + seashell print throughout with silver glitter style painted accents Fitted bust...
Vintage Y2k S/S 2011 Roberto Cavalli Crocodile Croc Reptile Animal Mini Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Denver, CO
Vintage S/S 2011 Roberto Cavalli Dress Crocodile + stitch print Halter neckline with gold hardware at the neckline + keyhole cut out Thin straps tie at the back of the neck Mini leng...
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Y2K Barbara Bui Black Gown
By Barbara Bui
Located in Miami, FL
Y2K label but so perfectly 90s minimalist chic. The dress is so sexy. Deep V halter and a criss
1990S Black Acetate & Lycra Jersey Y2K Slinky Sexy Flamenco Ruffle Gown
Located in New York, NY
1990S Black Acetate & Lycra Jersey Y2K Slinky Sexy Flamenco Ruffle Gown
ESCADA Y2K Vintage Silk Colorful Slip Dress Lace Bow Peek-A-Boo
By Escada
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Escada 2000's Vintage Insane vibrant colors and pattern Bows at each delicate shoulder strap Cowl neck with peek-a-boo black lace Slips over but buttons are also functional 100% Silk...
Y2K Emanuel Ungaro Yellow Floral Print Slip Dress
By Emanuel Ungaro
Located in London, GB
or US 2 - 4; this fit her well. MEASUREMENTS BUST - 34 in. (86 cm) WAIST - 38 in. (97 cm) HIP
Y2k 2000's Vintage Moschino Newspaper Print Strappy Pattern Mini Dress
By Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
Incredible 2000's 'Y2k' Moschino stretchy denim, newspaper print fitted mini dress in white and
Y2k Donatella Versace One Sleeve / Shoulder 2000's Black Chain Dress
By Donatella Versace, Versace
Located in Sheffield, GB
A Fabulous Donatella Versace One Sleeved 2000's Black Dress with Chrome Chain detail on the shoulder, and a cut out at the waist with decorative Versace charm details. Size; We would...
Y2k Avant Guard MOSCHINO Kilt Strapless Red Tartan Pleated Bustier Dress
By Moschino
Located in Sheffield, GB
Fun Vintage 2000's MOSCHINO 'Cheap & Chic' Label strapless avant guard Kilt Dress. This beautiful, Bustier style pleated Kilt Dress is crafted from Red Tartan Wool with Black leathe...
2000'S Dolce & Gabbana Runway Y2K Lace Up Denim Corset & Skirt Matching Set
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Sheffield, GB
2000's Dolce & Gabbana dark denim two piece set, featuring contrasting white pinstipe stitch and lace up fasten details. The corset is Silk lined with an inbuilt bustle to add volume...
Ema Savahl 2000s Hand Dyed Ombré Orange Yellow Sexy Hi-Lo Halter Dress Y2K
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy early 2000s vintage EMA SAVAHL hand dyed ombré orange and neon yellow hi-lo halter mesh dress ! Paris Hilton famously wore an Ema Savahl ensemble to the MTV movie awards in 200...
Vintage Missoni Size 46 / US 10 2000s Fully Sequin Blue Y2K Knit Halter Dress
By Missoni
Located in San Diego, CA
Never worn early 2000s MISSONI fully sequined striped knit halter dress ! Features vibrant colors of blue, turquoise, navy blue and yellow throughout. Thousands of hand-sewn clear se...
S/S 2005 Emanuel Ungaro by Giambattista Valli Runway Ad Rhinestone Teal Gown
By Emanuel Ungaro, Giambattista Valli
Located in West Hollywood, CA
-length gown features a dropped skirt, creating a mermaid-like style. This Y2K Ungaro gown is the perfect
Oscar de la Renta Size 14 2000s Orange + Blue Silk Fit n’ Flare Y2K Dress
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic early 2000s vintage OSCAR DE LA RENTA Size 14 orange and turquoise blue silk fit n’ flare cocktail dress ! Features a flattering abstract print. Tailored bodice with a forgiving...
ROBERTO CAVALLI Embroidered Y2K Cheetah Lace Up Silk Dress Tunic seen on JLO XS
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Switzerland, CH
Rare Vintage Piece Roberto Cavalli Main Line As seen on Jennifer JLO Lopez in the early 2000s Finest silk printed with signature Cavalli cheetah theme Signed Roberto Cavalli on silk ...
Vintage Y2K 2000s Roberto Cavalli Leopard Animal Print Halter Maxi Dress Gown
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Denver, CO
Fabulous 2000s Roberto Cavalli Leopard Dress Stretch rayon + silk fabric in bold oversized leopard print with stitch details Halter neckline Fitted bodice with gathered fabric detail...
Vintage Y2K Roberto Cavalli Peacock Feather Halter Maxi Dress Gown Open Back
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Denver, CO
Stunning Roberto Cavalli Dress Incredible + bold oversized peacock feather print Green + purple colors meld together for an ombre effect Halter neckline with gold accent snake brooch...
Vintage F/W 2003 Y2K Roberto Cavalli Silk Constellation Dress Gown Lace Up Back
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Denver, CO
F/W 2003 Roberto Cavalli Silk Dress Gown Beautiful "Constellation" print fabric with gold glitter
Vintage 2007 Y2K Roberto Cavalli Silk Cheetah Print Halter Dress Gown
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Denver, CO
2007 Roberto Cavalli Silk Dress Gown Incredible cheetah print silk fabric Halter neckline with with
Vintage S/S 2004 Y2K Roberto Cavalli Silk Feather Print Halter Dress Gown Ruffle
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Denver, CO
S/S 2004 Roberto Cavalli Silk Dress Gown Incredible multi feather print silk fabric with gold
Y2K Betsey Johnson Skull Cherubs Toile Dress
By Betsey Johnson
Located in Greenport, NY
Y2K Betsey Johnson Skull Cherubs Toile Dress Betsey Johnson Skull Cherubs Toile Dress barely worn
Y2K Jenny Packham Silk Bias Cut Evening Slip Dress With Beading and Sequins
By Jenny Packham
Located in Portland, OR
This vintage Y2K Jenny Packham slip dress would make a perfect modern evening gown! This gorgeous
Y2K Stephen Burrows Cream Chiffon Halter Dress with Rhinestone Detailing
By Stephen Burrows
Located in Greenport, NY
Y2K Stephen Burrows Cream Chiffon Halter Dress with Rhinestone Detailing An amazing cream chiffon
S/S 2010 Runway Blumarine Y2K Corseted Crystal Embellished Printed Bustier Dress
By Blumarine, Anna Molinari
Located in TARRAGONA, ES
Seen at Blumarine Spring/Summer 2010 fashion show, this look 36 camo print strapless maxi dress was awarded a special (positive) mention in the Vogue review of the collection as "a d...
Vintage y2K Miu Miu Sequined Mini shift Dress
By Miu Miu
Located in Berlin, DE
Vintage y2K Miu Miu Sequined Mini shift Dress This dress is a timeless piece that will add a touch
Y2k Stephen Burrows Fierce Red Maxi Jersey Dress with Lettuce Edge Ruffle
By Stephen Burrows
Located in Greenport, NY
Y2k Stephen Burrows Fierce Red Maxi Jersey Dress with Lettuce Edge Ruffle Bust: 30" Length: 63
Vintage S/S 2001 Y2K Roberto Cavalli Elizabeth Taylor Eye Silk Midi Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Denver, CO
S/S 2000 Roberto Cavalli Dress Darts at bust Off shoulder or on Draped neckline Fitted bias cut Slight hi low hem Midi length Slips on overhead Unlined Marked L, Measurements - Bust...
Vintage 2007 Y2K Roberto Cavalli Keyhole Cut Out Cream Silk Silver Sequins Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Denver, CO
Vintage 2007 Roberto Cavalli Dress Cream beige chiffon silk with mini silver sequins Halter style collared neckline Keyhole cut out at the bust Gathered draped fabric details at the ...
Vintage y2k Bias Cut Pure Silk Chiffon Beaded Party Evening Dress, 90s 2000s
Located in Doncaster, South Yorkshire
An incredible vintage womens party dress from the late 90s / early 2000s. In a bias cut fuchsia and palest pastel lime coloured pure silk chiffon. It has glamorous, intricate beading...
Vintage S/S 2002 Y2K Roberto Cavalli Leopard Animal Print Silk Slip Midi Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Denver, CO
S/S 2002 Roberto Cavalli Dress Leopard animal print on silk Draped neckline Brown braided shoulder straps Slip style Midi length Low scooped upper back Braided corset detail up the b...
Vintage 2000s Y2K Just Cavalli Roberto Cavalli Black Gold Baroque Dress Gown
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Denver, CO
2000s Just Cavalli by Roberto Cavalli Satin Dress Gown Beautiful baroque print stretch satin fabric
Vintage 2000s Y2K Roberto Cavalli Green Gold Chiffon Velvet Bias Slip Dress Maxi
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Denver, CO
Early 2000s Roberto Cavalli Dress Silk + viscose green + gold velvet fabric Floral burnout print throughout Draped neckline Fitted bias style Thin shoulder straps Open very low cut b...
Emanuel Ungaro Vintage Y2K Butterfly Print Spaghetti Strap Dress, 2000s
By Emanuel Ungaro
Located in Doncaster, South Yorkshire
A fabulous vintage womens dress from the early 2000s by luxury fashion designer, Emanuel Ungaro. In a white and pink stretch rayon jersey which gives amazing drape - especially on th...
Ronit Zilkha Vintage y2k Black Open Knit Crochet Spaghetti Strap Dress
Located in Doncaster, South Yorkshire
A fabulous vintage womens dress from the late 90s / early 2000s by luxury British fashion designer, Ronit Zilkha. In a black open knit crochet with a pink underlining. The straps and...
Catwalk Collection Vintage Pink Lace & Nude Jersey Sexy Y2K Cocktail Party Dress
Located in Doncaster, South Yorkshire
A stunning 2000s vintage women's dress by the iconic British label Catwalk Collection, celebrated for their sultry eveningwear, particularly sensuous and body-conscious dresses like ...
Vintage 2000s Y2K Black Sheer Silk Dress W Beads & Sequins & Red Silk Lining
Located in Portland, OR
in shades of red, orange, lavender, black and green. This Y2K era dress is lined in a red silk that
Vintage Y2K 2000s Roberto Cavalli Pink Oversized Floral Halter Draped Maxi Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Denver, CO
Stunning Roberto Cavalli Dress Super bold oversized dramatic floral print on slinky viscose fabric Roberto Cavalli signature appears in several spots throughout the dress Halter neck...
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.
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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.