The Way We Wore Day Dresses

Flirty 1940's black crepe rlightweight wool crepe cocktail dress by the label Wilma. Intricate blossomed beading and sequins around the collar and sleeve cuffs. The lower half of the...

Moschino does it again with its creative takes on classics. Here we have a 50s inspired wiggle dress silhouette in an unexpected fabric; RAFFIA! How enchanting is this woven bodycon...

Early piece by Ralph Lauren. Timeless 1980's Americana little pink and cream cotton floral sundress. Fitted bodice with gathered skirt, scoop neck and racer back. Button down detail...

Lifetime Franco Moschino Couture dress circa 1990's. A whimsical design heightened by it's sexy strapless mini-length, incorporating colorful and patterned ties that create a patchwo...

80s does '60s by André Laug. Style this with a pair of tights and your favorite boots for a sweet mini dress silhouette with some edge. Structured shoulder and gathered bracelet slee...

Sexy, body conscious illusion wrap dress from cult favorite designer, Patrick Kelly. Vivid cherry red textured wool knit with asymmetrical seaming accented by topstitched bands that ...

Perfect little 60s metallic micro mini by the label Minuet. Space age lamé in dazzling silver. Straight shift silhouette, cap shoulders, and scoop back. Don't fear the micro mini, si...

A more luscious dress would be hard to find. From French designer Paul Louis Orrier - a 1980s high style cocktail dress in muted tones with a painterly floral print. Dramatic silhou...

Super 60s maxi dress from Spanish Designer Pertagaz. Predominantly green tones in a watercolor floral on cotton matelasse. Petaled hem with high, high slits. Great summer evening loo...

Amazing example of Mugler's iconic broad shoulder, curvy body. This piece is special because it has the appearance of quilted segments to add to the structure of the entire piece. In...

Paul-Louis Orrier designed for Liza Minnelli. If you check out his history you can see why. Stunning evening looks with over the top silhouettes and embellishment for days. This 198...

Bob Mackie Fleur de Lys Beaded Long Sleeve Cocktail Gown. Decorated with a fleur de lys design of golden beads with a high neck and long sleeves with zippers. Complete with a back zi...

Sexy, strapless, sweetheart neckline little black dress by Patrick Kelly. The possibilities are endless. Day or night, casual or cocktail, summer through winter; she can do it all! T...

From Franco Moschino's final collection for the Spring of 1994. Moschino Couture Repitita Juvant label. As seen on the runway in Milan in October 1993. The kaftan is a callback to th...

One of the more unique LEONARD pieces we've showcased. This piece features flags and emblems from all over the world in a neon collage of color! Boat neck and matching belt, this pie...

1920s Egyptian Assuit dress. Sheer black cotton mesh dress with hand hammered brass detail. Assuits became exceedingly popular in the early 20s after the discovery of King Tut's tom...

Live out your grecian goddess wedding dreams in this fluttery and ethereal wedding gown. A white netting gives the cream silk crepe interior an other worldly glow. Rhinestone accent...

Signature simple but effective silhouette from Halston circa 1970s. Luscious grape silk "Marilyn Monroe" style. Fully lined with deep v neckline and wide banded waist. Great afternoo...

Such a dreamy dress - color block with intricate, architectural cut from 2013. Peekaboo cut out on bodice finished with chrome snaps. In tones of red, black and sky blue. Midi len...

Sexy and sweet little disco dress from Norma Kamali. A fabulous dress that encapsulates a groundbreaking time in fashion history for American designers. This fabulous halter disco s...

This gorgeous nod to the 60s is made entirely new and interesting by Fendi with its reverse-seam, high round neckline and minimalist structure. Off-white wool accentuates the mod ele...

This is the dress version of a Jackie Collins novel circa mid 1980s by Vicky Tiel. Black jersey in a sinuously shirred body con silhouette, Cross cross halter neckline with peekaboo ...

70s Halston pale pink chiffon gown with stylized feather motif. Adorned with hand set iridescent sequins and beads on sheer silk chiffon. Elasticized gathered waist with silver bu...

Ethereal and regal- this kaftan style gown can only be described as a shining glow that can light up any room. The sparkling sequins paired with pearlized beads give this gown an ang...

John Galliano dress featuring bold maximalist print in acid-tinged colors. Rhinestone butterflies, anime characters, and zebra print come together in this quintessential 2000's mini...

Heavily beaded adorable little 1960's mini dress. Fluttering black pleated chiffon panel drapes down the back. Slight V-neck front, sexy deep V-neck back. White seed beads are on the...

Incredibly rare early Claude Montana for Idéal-Cuir. Montana began designing for Michelle Costas's Parisian leather label, Idéal-Cuir, in 1973 and continued until the early '80s. Thi...

This dress is a piece of fashion history. It is an authentic 1960s mod, color block maxi dress designed by one of the most iconic designers in history - Pierre Cardin. Lime green, aq...

Custom designed by New York designer Lopez Knudson, circa 2010s. As with many Knudson pieces, this was made using recycled antique fabric. The intricate lame trim that defines the co...

Sweet and colorful 1940s era dress in royal blue rayon with whimsical oversized paisley print. You know- that wonderfully weighted 1940’s kind of rayon that moves so beautifully in b...

This gorgeous Galanos gown from the 1980s features a vibrant multi-color floral abstract print on a red background. Made of silk jacquard and lined in silk . This long dress can go f...

Let's face it- Mugler just makes everything SEXY! What could have been a simple white rayon crepe day dress has been transformed into the skin-showing back, low v-neck and hip accent...

Issey Miyake S/S 1991 color-blocked dove grey and neon orange pleated mini dress or tunic. Asymmetrical silhouette with twisted voluminous paper lantern sleeves. An origami masterpie...

Embody the sepia-toned nostalgia of decades past in this flowing kaftan dress. Warm sepia-toned printed collage of late 19th century paintings. Serene and romantic memories printed o...

This elegant white Lorena Sarbu caftan is perfect for special occasions. Trimmed in beads, it features exquisite craftsmanship and the highest quality silk, making it ideal for brida...

The Leonard 2000 Jersey Tee Dress with Belt exudes effortless chic and simplicity. Crafted from slinky silk jersey and featuring an iconic abstract print in neutral tones, this dress...

We found the dress for your courthouse wedding! Short, sweet, and to the point. Adorable white lace dress from Nina Ricci. The perfect dress for a rehearsal dinner or a post-ceremony...

Radiant little hand-sequined 1974 Halston Resort dress. Halston began to embrace the glossy allure of full sequin silhouettes around 1973. The sequin technique he used during this ti...

Creatively constructed dress by the fabulous Madame Grès. Vibrant tomato red silk twill knee length cocktail dress. Intricate darting and seam-work make for a unique silhouette. Mini...

Couture cocktail ensemble by Chado Ralph Rucci. The abstract design printed onto silk organdy is from a digitized painting by Rucci himself. Wearable art! The creamy bone colored sil...

This may be the flirtiest Pucci number we've seen yet. How adorable is the fluttery silk crepe skirt on this babydoll dress? Perfectly breezy and light material, deliciously colorful...

Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche 80s black cotton trapeze dress. Plunging ruffled neckline with a matching ruffled hem and cuffs. Fabulously breezy and airy while still maintaining cov...

Vibrant, cheerful floral print silk blouse, skirt, and scarf-belt ensemble by Saint Laurent. All-over relaxed scribble floral motif in red, magenta, and black. The blouse features a ...

From Rick Owens FW17 runway collection titled "Glitter". This sleek and simple black dress packs a big ethos behind it. Of the collection, Owens has said "‘Glitter’ is about a delibe...

Chloé brings back sophisticated 60's cocktail with this fantastic silk chiffon pleated dress. This classic silhouette reminds us of Audrey Hepburn, even alluding to a Catherine Deneu...

Capture iconic Y2K style with this bold Dolce & Gabbana leopard print slip dress. From the D&G diffusion line. This body-con silhouette is perfect for making a bold and playful stat...

From Alexander McQueen's 2016 Resort collection comes this sexy bustier-centric dress. We are getting major Italian va-va-voom energy from this piece, with the greenery motif across....

This luxurious Alaia Autumn/Winter 1986 knit mini dress boasts a flecked oatmeal, space-dye design. Crafted from a luxurious wool blend, it exudes both warmth and comfort. This stunn...

Utterly fabulous unlabeled Betty Carol for Mam'selle 1959/1960 taffeta and wool dress. Sculptural and seamlessly of-it's-time yet light years ahead. This dress was featured in the Se...

A perfect example of '30s comfort and casual beauty. The warm florals on this dress are gorgeous and soft. The zig zag smocking stitch that lines the collar sleeves and waist are mul...

Beautiful cream ribbed tank dress, cotton blend with three tiered lace skirt designed by the amazing Patrick Kelly for his Spring/Summer 1986 Ready-To-Wear collection. Raw edges and...

This Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche dress screams elegance and 1930s slinky glamour. Clearly inspired by the bias cut gowns of 30s decadence which would go on to inspire the likes of...

DSquared2's Bright Red Silk Peek-a-Boo Bodice with a Dramatic Back Drape Cocktail Dress. This daring and dramatic 2000s dress features a hyper-sexy chest peek-a-boo and high neck, ac...

From the romantic mind of Lebanese designer, Reem Acra. While not quite a household name, Acra has been a red carpet favorite of A-Lister like Angelina Jolie and Madonna since her de...

A darling example of novelty print 1970s goodness! This floral lavender number is a perfect pastel wearable bouquet. Classy, flirty and fun. In excellent vintage condition, no zipper...

Eternally chic mod mini dress by Courreges. Circa 1990's. Classically straight A-Line silhouette enhanced by the tailoring and top-stitching. Notched collar and short capped sleeves....

Label-less Oleg Cassini cocktail in deep royal blue silk chiffon. Empire waist with satin band and lace insert at bust with nude underlay. Boned and lined bodice with swagged necklin...

This 80's silk Karl Lagerfeld for Chloe dress is the playful, babydoll nod we love to see from the 80s. Somewhere between a luxury court jester and Baby Jane, this dress transports y...

Time to get handsy! Eccentric blue hands cradle this neon-leopard shift to create a fun wearable piece of art. A light rayon makes this a soft and breezy spring/summer dress. Maximal...

Classic 1940's soutache little black dress. Sophisticated structured silhouette achieved with the boost of the shoulder pads. We envision Lauren Bacall wearing this on a gloomy day s...