Victor Costa

One of Victor Costa's best designs, this strapless cocktail/evening dress is fashioned of white satin and black velvet alternating horizontal stripes with fitted bodice leading to an...

1970s Victor Costa Satin Deco-Revival Pastel Kimono Top Jacket: A fabulously louche Art deco revival-style piece for languorous lounging! In a most unusual pastel sorbet palette, t...

Black velvet bustier evening dress with furs around the waist. No fabric tag composition but the lining is probably in rayon and the fur is fox. Zip and hook&eye in the middle back....

This dress is the most perfect vintage class ic and chic thing to wear for a holiday party. We are a big fan of Victor Costa designs and this beauty was purchased at Neiman Marcus in Beverly Hills by the original owner. The coat dress is done in the style of the 1960s Classics. Think of Babe Paley, or Jackie Onassis, looking very chic in this coat dress.. it was made in the USA in the Dallas show rooms of Victor Costa. please note: only a portion of the designer label remains. It clearly shows that the dress was designed by Victor Costa, but the label is not intact. The dress is so beautifully made. It looks like a dress that cost thousands of dollars with the French buttonholes and French rhinestone...

c.1970 Victor Costa for Romantica long dress combining a black sequin bodice juxtaposed with a large-scale taffeta plaid for the full ankle-length skirt and short puffed sleeves, a n...

1990s Victor Costa incredible couture level bolero fully covered in black sequins and an intricate gold embroidered design. The gold pieces look like rope. A gold line of beads and r...

In 1987, the New York Times described Victor Costa as “widely recognized as a significant contributor to the current vogue for flamboyant, super-feminine dresses...

This timeless quintessential corseted, shirred, ruched and topstitched "little black dress" produced by Victor Costa in the 1980s was made for the high standards of New York's trendsetting Bergdorf Goodman when it was the first U.S. luxury department store to order exclusive special-occasion dresses from this Texas designer and subsequently to give him a namesake in-store boutique. He soon became associated with the feminine glamorous gowns worn by "PYT" (Costa-speak for pretty young things) on the Dallas-based television-series "Dynasty", which idealized a status-conscious Texas woman mostly via fashion. With a strapless curvaceous sweetheart neckline (spared from '80s shoulder pads!), narrow sinuous folds of crepe silk-blend jersey cross diagonally below the decollete, while contrasting vertical ruching defines the seven bones of the invisible corset structure that is fully lined on the interior. Under the bust in front below the empire-like peaked high waist, the fitted tucked underlay of the cocktail dress wraps around the back to end as an overlay in front, where the opening on the left side extends to the bodice like a discreet slit. The freely hanging bias-cut overlay in front is gathered underneath each breast for a forgiving central drape that adds additional curves to make the wearer's torso underneath appear in sleek condition despite a potentially less than ideal figure. The dress closes with a concealed zipper in the center of the back, with exterior hook-and-eye fastening to narrow the waist. There is a second concealed hook-and-eye fastener at the top of the zipper. Although the only remaining tag is the Costa/Bergdorf label, it is a contemporary U.S.-size 8, which will also suit a large-busted size 6 or a svelte size 10. Now 88 years old, Victor Costa (b.1935) became widely known by the 1980s in The States for perfecting affordable luxurious gowns that could be mistaken for one-of-a-kind flamboyant designs by foreign couturiers Christian Lacroix, Arnold Scaasi, Oscar de la Renta or Valentino Garavani. Early on, the avid female sketcher...

For a formal special event, this 1980s maxi dress sleeveless gown by American designer Victor Costa features glamorous glossy red satin that is gathered, ruched and topstitched in bo...

1980s Victor Costa Watercolor Floral Strapless Dress with Ruffled Skirt A beautiful floral dress with a structured bodice with boning and stuff tulle lined ruffles.

A stunning vintage gown by Victor Costa. In a wonderful combination of red satin and black velvet , the gown has a square neckline with some boning in the body, a drop waist with wo...

1960s Romantica Victor Costa Pastel Paisley Chiffon & Silver Tinsel Midi Dress: This is an unusual cocktail dress with its double layered chiffon construction and pink underpinning,...

Absolutely stunning Victor Costa vintage evening gown! The dress is a super-soft, deep navy velvet with contrasting-textured navy satin accents. The satin forms inset panels at the b...

A fabulous black taffeta dress from Victor Costa. It has a deep V back with an elaborate double drape layer decorated with black appliqued flowers...

White lace cocktail dress with black flowers appliqué . Draped hips and neckline with oversize bow on the side of the hips ( fabric composition: nylon & polyester) Bow is hold with ...

A lovely party dress by American designer Victor Costa. This dress is in a wonderful floral print on a green background. dress has gathering down to hip leval, with three self fabric...

Asymmetrical black and white bustier evening dress. No fabric tag but both fabric seems to be cotton ( the white one has a stripes tone on tone pattern) Black lining probably acetate...

Black lace and tulle plumetis cocktail dress with black satin belt. No fabric tag. Boned bustier under the tulle. Zip in the middle back. Off-white acetate lining. Differents lays of...

Vintage Victor Costa for Bergdorf Goodman dress with an open back, dropped waist and full tule skirt. It features squared, padded shoulders and a round opening on the back of the dre...

This dress is a holiday dream. Like you stepped off the set of White Christmas. A 1980s Victor Costa in red and green plaid taffeta with a full skirt and plisse ruffle hem at the b...

A chic cocktail dress by Victor Costa . The dress is strapless with the body of the dress covered in sequins with a velvet band at the top and hem. Labelled style 8160 F. Measurement...

Beautiful mid 80s vintage VICTOR COSTA royal blue strapless dress ! Features hundreds of blu feather at the bust. Ruching detail at waist. Hidden ...

Off-white wool skirt-suit with furs edge. Shoulder pads. Snap. SIZE M

This Victor Costa gown is composed of an off white layered mesh with iridescent cascading beaded applique. There is a center back zipper closure with interior boning and bra. In gr...

Striking 1980s VICTOR COSTA for BERGDORF GOODMAN hunter / forest green and black strapless dress ! Green taffeta fabric with sheer black mesh and velvet overlay. Bow sash detail at l...

Authentic, preowned, vintage Victor Costa evening gown, likely made in the 90s. Made from black velvet, it features gorgeous embellished sleeves and a plunging back - sexy and chic! ...

This vintage Victor Costa for Saks Fifth Avenue late 1970's or early 1980's 2 piece outfit includes a strapless dress and a cropped jacket. The fabric is 100% cotton and we love the...

Purple chiffon lurex bustier evening dress; tag has been cut. Drape and boned; Zip and hook& eye on the left side. SIZE 10 US

Victor Costa strapless dress in black structured, draped satin from the 1980s. Has a very old hollywood glamourous feel to it. The draping creates an over...

Backless blue taffetas evening dress wrap on the bust . Black tulle petticoat. Fabric composition: 52% 48% polyester. SIZE M

Victor Costa at his dramatic best. Feel like a princess in this black strapless evening dress with its velvet bodice and tulle skirt. The sweetheart strapless bodice is fitted throug...

This lovely 1960s silk satin shift dress in pale pink is an early piece from American designer Victor Costa and maintains a beautiful balance of style and formality for which its des...

Wonderful cocktail dress with a sweetheart neckline; boning; snap fastening at bottom of V and waist; gathered pleats, and skirt which presents in three layers. Made in the USA of po...

Evening dress with yellow and pink sequin embroidered on black tulle. Black satin's satin bustier and skirt. Wrap skirt and see-through shoulder and arms. Resort Sample.

Hand painted floral blazer. Front button. Collared. Shoulder pads. Lined. *Condition: Excellent vintage condition. No visible Flaws. Measurements Taken Laying Flat (inches)— Should...

Vintage black velvet dress by Victor Costa for Saks Fifth Avenue 1980's Made in USA Black velvet shell Black layered (semi-padded) satin straps th...

Victor Costa strapless black and white stripe floral fit and flare dress from the 1990s. This beautiufl dress is so bright and cheerful, the com...

Off-white guipure skirt-suit. Shoulder pad. White Beads decorative button. Size 10 (L)

1980s or early 1990s monochrome polka dot chiffon ruffle dress. This is a great example of playful formal wear from high-end American designer Victor Costa and has a beautiful, ruch...

Black and white taffetas cocktail dress with pleated bust.Boned. Zip, bow and snap in the middle back. Black tulle petticoat. Fabric composition: 60% nylon, 40% polyester. SIZE M

Victor Costa mustard yellow faille coat with quilted front facings & cuffs. The coat has padded quilted front facings and collar plus the cuffs. The long s...

Chic 1970s VICTOR COSTA leopard animal print long bishop sleeve dress ! Fabric covered buttons up the front. Tailored bodice with a flattering and ...

Long navy blue chiffon evening dress with white fluffy organza (polyester) neckline. Zip in the middle back. Size M

Beautiful vintage 80s VICTOR COSTA red, black and white rose and polka dot print off the shoulder fit n’ flare cotton dress ! Tailored boned bodice that sits off the shoulder with a ...

Elegant cocktail dress with a soft jersey top and satin skirt with a mesh lining for shape purposes. There is a delightful shimmering sequin beaded paisley design at the waist, and a...

80's bustier dress in lace, sequin and taffetas

Chic 1970s VICTOR COSTA flower printed cold shoulder boho rayon dress ! Features an ivory backdrop with burnt orange and blue flowers printed throughout. Matching detachable belt can...

We love the playfulness of Victor Costa dresses! This late 1970's long blue maxi dress with white polka dots is no exception! It has pleated ruffles in...

This Victor Costa gown is composed of black satin and features a side bow. There is a draped style boned bustier with front slit. There is a center back zipper closure. In excellent ...

Stunning 1980s Victor Costa black strapless cocktail dress. Tiers of folded chiffon with a silver reflect throughout that catches the light beautifu...

Gorgeous vintage late 80s VICTOR COSTA taffeta flower gown / maxi dress! Features a tropical flower print in vibrant colors of pink, fuchsia, blu...

This Victor Costa gown is composed of layered red mesh and is adorned with gold sequins. Features a ruched bodice with center back zipper closure. In excellent vintage condition. ...

Chic late 80s VICTOR COSTA black and yellow Avant Garde strapless cotton cocktail dress! Features a fitted boned bodice that is lined in canary yellow. Forgiving skirt features a lar...

Incredible Avant Garde 1980s VICTOR COSTA lipstick red, fuchsia pink and purple color block strapless hi-lo flamenco style evening gown! Flattering ruched boned bodice holds everythi...

Vintage 1970s Victor Costa maxi dress in a black, white and yellow striped print. Unlined with no closure (pulls on over the head). The marked size is 6, and the dress fits like a mo...

Victor Costa Black Velvet Slashed Sleeve Dress, 1980s. Velvet shift dress with puffed faux-slashed sleeves in the Tudor style. Zips up back.

So wearable! Vintage black button up cocktail dress with fringe on the cuffs and hem. By Victor Costa for Lord & Taylor. Details: Fully Lined Front Button Closure/ Back Zip an...

A great LBD from Victor Costa with a sweetheart necklace and stand-away shoulders. Fashioned of a black satin blend of silk and rayon, the dress features shirred details on the brace...