Ceil Chapman

Painfully good, from its rich color to its quilted skirt to its crisp A-line silhouette. The alluring keyhole neckline can be worn closed during the day and open at night for two dif...

Ceil Chapman vintage 1950s sleeveless black boatneck dress with skinny straps at top shoulder and crossed pleat detail at front and back bodice. Skirt i...

This is a brilliant example of Ceil Chapman's early work from the late 1940s to early 1950s and the black taffeta silk design is exquisite. Its the first thing you notice about this dress which has the most unusual construction. The skirt's textured element from a distance looks like a floral design but its actually a large number of circular pleated stitched designs. The way the fabric is pulled and stitched creates an almost 3D effect. We have never seen this work before but it would have taken a very skilled seamstress and an incredible amount of time to do it. The dress style is a classic shirtwaister design with three taffeta covered buttons to fasten the bodice which is beautifully shaped and Princess seamed. The sleeves are three quarter length and feature a folded cuff...

A stunning 1950s Ceil Chapman lightweight navy silk fitted sheath dress with draped hip and a dramatic wide-set draped neckline accented with white lace applique covered décolletage....

This early 1950s Ceil Chapman taffeta and silk dress is a timeless and elegant party dress. It has a fitted ruched bodice, cut from soft black silk jersey, which hugs the body beautifully to create a feminine shape. The ruching is sewn in two vertical lines down the front of the dress and is also shaped around the bust. The skirt flares out from the bodice at around the low hip point and is made up of black taffeta which is pleated to create volume and movement. The material has a lovely thick, quality feel to it. The dress fastens down the back with the original metal zipper which is finished with a hook and eye closure to the top. Ceil Chapman was famously the favourite designer of Marilyn Monroe, and was renowned all over the world for creating glamorous cocktail dresses and party gowns...

Ceil Chapman, 1950's Era, Pleated Front and Back Panels, Front Bow, Open Top Puff Sleeves with Bows on Ends, Round Neck, Bone In Front and Sides, Back Zipper, Hook and Eye Black Clos...

This vintage Ceil Chapman dress is so lovely! This incredible dress has beautiful ruching, which was a signature of most of Chapman's 1950's dresses, and the green and purple floral ...

One look at this dress’s multidirectional bodice draping and it’s easy to see why seven of Chapman’s designs are featured in the Met’s permanent collection; the 35 feet of skirt just...

Beautiful 1960s Ceil Chapman dress, with rectangular rhinestones! Key-holes in between each set of rhinestones. Full A-Line skirt, with the intricate seams Chapman was famous for! An...

50s Aubergine Smocked Dress. Front button and metal side zip closures. Belt included, unoriginal.

70s Ceil Chapman black silk jersey dress. Lace up front. Rhinestone encrusted grommets and end pieces on lace. Metal zip up the back. Fully lined.

Incredible 1950s Ceil Chapman black velvet cloak! Lined with impossible to find milium fabric, which keeps the body extremely warm in even the coldest of ...

This Ceil Chapman cocktail dress is composed of a black silk. The dress features a drape detail at the waist and shawl style draping at the upper back. There is an interior foundatio...

Please note that the rhinestone belt is not included with the dress. 1970S CEIL CHAPMAN Black Rayon & Silk Velvet Plunging Halter Neck Gown With Slight Train

This is such a seductive and dramatic 1950's evening gown from the iconic Ceil Chapman designer label. Perfect for any upcoming event; you can't help but feel feminine in this beauty...

This is a vintage two piece black beaded gown with a matching top by Ceil Chapman, from the 1960's. The dress has a silk bodice with spaghetti straps...

Great little black dress from American designer Ceil Chapman. Featuring pretty cross over and ruching detail to the front and a sexy low neckline to the back this is the perfect par...

This Ceil Chapman cocktail dress is composed of a black silk. The dress features draping at the center front and a center back zipper. There is a sash detail at the center back waist...

This Ceil Chapman dress is composed of a black crepe. Features darting, gathering, and rouching throughout with center back zipper. Excellent design. **Please cross-reference m...

This beautiful Ceil Chapman cocktail dress is composed of a gorgeous black lace with an accented magenta bust and large silk bow. Absolutely gorgeous. Measures (Approximately) L...

This Ceil Chapman cocktail dress is composed of a black silk crepe. The bodice features vertical gathers to the waist and the skirt has a criss-cross drape detailing. There is a cent...

This Ceil Chapman gown is composed of a navy jersey. The dress features draping and straps which can be styled on or off the shoulders. There is a center back drape as well and a zip...

This Ceil Chapman gown is composed of a black chiffon skirt and features an upper beaded lace bodice. The dress has an empire waist with a full gat...

This is a vintage black cocktail dress Attributed to: Ceil Chapman. Circa 1940's. Label missing. The piece is skilfully ruched, with a scoop neckline front and back. It has zipper ...

This Ceil Chapman cocktail dress is composed of a hand beaded black silk. Features a center back draped style and a zipper closure. In excellent vintage condition. **Please cross-...

This Ceil Chapman gown is composed of a black silk crepe. The dress features center front draping at the waist and draped bat-wing style sleeves. There are center back buttons and a ...

This Ceil Chapman cocktail dress is composed of a black rayon. The dress features a draped waist with a peplum flare. There is a center back zipper. In great vintage condition, there...

This is a beautiful black vintage hand beaded cocktail dress by Ceil Chapman, from the early 1960's. The dress has a scoop neckline, beading all over, gathering detail at the center ...

This Ceil Chapman cocktail dress is composed of a black rayon. The dress features center front button closures and a zipper. There is a center front draping at the waist. In excellen...

This Ceil Chapman cocktail dress is composed of a black silk with a gold lame contrast. The dress features an empire waist with a plunged neckline and billowed sleeves. There is a ce...

This cocktail dress is composed of a beaded black silk. Features a square neckline with center back zipper. Excellent vintage condition. **Plea...

This a fabulous 1950's vintage cocktail dress from Ceil Chapman. It is made of a soft jersey knit that is draped, blouson style on the bodice and a fitted skirt. It has a scoop neckl...

This is a vintage black silk cocktail dress with blue flowers by Ceil Chapman, from 1960. The dress has long 22" sleeves, 23" zipper in the back, a collar, and a blue bow at the cent...

This is a fine vintage evening dress made by Ceil Chapman. It has an empire waist with a heavily beaded bodice at the bust. The jersey body of the dress has a sheath silhouette and a...

This Ceil Chapman gown is composed of a black and gold silk with metallic accenting. Features a peplum and removable off the shoulder halter. There is a center back zipper. Excellent...

This is a lovely vintage cocktail dress from the 1950's from designer Ceil Chapman. It is made from a heavy black taffeta that has been pin tucked to create a chevron like design giv...

This Ceil Chapman ensemble is composed of a beaded black silk. Features an outer shell top and interior dress with zipper closure. Excellent design. **Please cross-reference me...

This Ceil Chapman cocktail dress is composed of a black rayon. The dress features center a draped waist with a peplum flare. There is a center back zipper. In great vintage condition...

This is a highly collectible vintage piece from Ceil Chapman. It is made from a black jersey knit with a satin lining. The bodice and sleeves are ruched and the skirt is draped in th...