Victor Costa

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.

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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

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...

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...

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...

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! ...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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

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...

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 ...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Crazy and fantastic jacket by Victor Costa Acetate (65%) Silk (35%) Black color Multicolor crystals drops on the front part Button closure Length shoulder/hem cm 53 (20.8 inches) Sho...

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

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

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...

Beautiful vintage VICTOR COSTA for NEIMAN MARCUS sequined crop top, with attached red chiffon peplum! Features all over sequined stripes in pink, purpl...

Adorable early 1980's Victor Costa black cotton wrap dress with a black and white gingham ruffle trim. Features camisole neckline with spaghetti straps. Cinched at waist. Button clos...

Beautiful vintage VICTOR COSTA teal green / blue satin fit n' flare long sleeve cocktail dress! Features an elegant collar with a fitted bodice and tulip shaped sleeve cuff that has ...

Amazing vintage VICTOR COSTA red and white polka dot Avant Garde off the shoulder dress! Features a red fitted boned bodice, with elastic trimm...

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...

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...

Vintage VICTOR COSTA for SAKS FIFTH AVENUE strapless Avant Garde dress! Features allover roses in pink, hot pink, and fuchsia on soft black silk. Appliques with rhinestones at one si...

1980S VICTOR COSTA Black Polyester Lace & Net Evening Top

What fun! Victor Costa evening dress in dotted black net, the ruched bodice and tiered skirt decorated with multicolored mini pompoms. Long fitted torso, back zipper, lined with narr...

Sexy vintage late 1980s VICTOR COSTA for BERGDORF GOODMAN hot pink fuchsia chiffon off-the-shoulder ruched dress! Flattering fitted ruched bodice on the front and back, with an attac...

Amazing vintage Victor Costa for Neiman Marcus dress!!! Vibrant hot pink/fuchsia color, with black sequin waistband. Origami detail at bust, that continues on the back. Great tulip...

Impressive vintage Victor Costa floral silk wiggle dress! Ruched sleeves, with an asymmetrical hem. Wonderful origami-like detail at one side go b...

Beautiful vintage VICTOR COSTA for SAKS FIFTH AVENUE black cocktail dress! Features a fitted bodice, with a forgiving full skirt. Collar can be worn flipped up or down. POCKETS at ea...

Incredible vintage 1980s / 80s VICTOR COSTA for NEIMAN MARCUS purple silk taffeta strapless dress and sash belt! Features accordian pleated ruffle along the bodice, down the front si...

Incredibly chic vintage Victor Costa high waisted evening trousers! "Is that a skirt?!?!" No, it just looks like one!!! Perfect navy blue color. Tailored pants, with overlays, to make like a ballroom...

Victor Costa royal blue, chiffon gown with glitter design. Size 14

Chic vintage VICTOR COSTA navy blue chiffon high waisted wide leg evening trousers! Flattering pleated detail at waist. Hidden zipper up the back with three hook-and-eye closures. Fl...

Pretty vintage Victor Costa black and white silk taffeta lace dress! Ultra flattering fit, with scalloped bust in front and back. Black lace over ...

Beautiful vintage Victor Costa coral/pink strapless dress! Light and flowy, this dress does wonders for the body! Ruching and knotting at bodice (...

Victor Costa 1970's Vintage Black Velvet High-Waisted Palazzo Pants - 4. These pants are in excellent vintage condition and have side pockets with a...