VintageCouture Evening Dresses and Gowns

Sleek and provocative Gucci by Tom Ford little black dress from S/S 1996. This 1996 collection is known for cementing Ford's status as fashion’s most fearless modernist. Black silk w...

Effortlessly elegant Dries Van Noten dress from the mid 1990's. Crafted from a richly textured black brocade that catches the light with subtle nuance. Minimalist front features a cr...

1980s Patricia and Charles Lester drop waist evening dress. Gunmetal devoree velvet with a medieval leaf print throughout. The bateau neckline balances the drop shoulders, Dolman sle...

Beautiful black jersey evening gown with draping at the bust and hips. Boning along the sides and back of the body with an interior waistband. Underwire at the bust. The draping long...

1980s Patricia and Charles Lester drop waist evening gown. Navy and indigo devoree velvet with a symmetrical leaf blockprint throughout. The bateau neckline balances the drop shoulde...

From the 1982 Oscar de la Renta Summer RTW collection. The black chiffon ruched and draped micro polka dot gown with gathered bow is elegant and timeless. Constructed with an interio...

Early 1990s YSL Yves Saint Laurent black jersey one shoulder evening gown. The top of the gown is gathered from the top of the right shoulder to the opposite side. Zips up the left s...

1970's Stephen Burrows black and burgundy slip style gown. Slinky and minimalist made in polyester, the care free fabric of choice for the youthful generation that wore these designs...

Early 2000s Vera Wang black body con illusion turtleneck little black dress. A departure from her usual white wedding gowns, this sexy LBD has the shape of a strapless dress with a sheer panel that attaches to a black silk turtleneck...

Classic style LBD from Giorgio Armani from the 1980s. The sleeveless black silk cocktail dress zips up the back and has some structure at the waistline with panels and darts. The ill...

Super unique piece, this early Karl Lagerfeld from the 1990s is sexy and sophisticated. The skirt is made up of silk pencil skirt under a long silk chiffon floor length skirt. The sk...

A classic never goes out of style. This Armani silk LBD from the 1990s is the perfect example. Beautifully constructed with an interior boned corset bodice that fastens with a hook a...

Spectacular black silk gown by Giorgio Armani from the mid 1990s. The sheer shoulder detail creates an attractive cut away along the arms and continues on the back bodice with a thic...

Slinky Karl Lagerfeld body con mermaid style gown from the 1980s. A mix of solid black lycra through the body and black mesh at the short sleeves, yoke, back and skirt. Very sexy, wh...

Stunning Stanley Platos black column gown with dramatic white organza ruffle neckline. The white ruffle falls from the top of the shoulders to the middle of the upper arm and is fini...

Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld tuxedo dress from the late 1980s. The dress features an ivory white silk collar, bib and cuffs with a black silk bow and gold tone metal buttons. The rest of...

Exquisite vintage anonymous gown dating from the 1960's. Luxurious jet black velvet with contrasting cream silk organza pleated puff sleeves. Boat neckline in the front and v in the ...

Lovely 1970s hostess gown/duster, from the London based brand Biba. The dress features an open V-neckline with an oversized pointed collar. The sleeves are a wide bell shape was a si...

Vibrant and fun Proenza Schouler dress from their first Spring collection in 2005. The iconic dress was made in chiffon for the runway and was worn by model Gemma Ward to close their show. The dress is a variation of shades of purple mixed with a printed floral skirt...

Stunning 1990's Romeo Gigli body-con black wool jersey dress with matching asymmetrical chiffon collar. The look is casual elegant for day or cocktail depending on the accessories. F...

Dramatic and bright, this incredible Ceil Chapman evening dress from the 1950s has it all: drama, draping, Hi-low hemline, flattering capped sleeve, fitted shape with appliqué bow, c...

Beautiful 1960's demi couture Nina Ricci little black cocktail dress. The fitted bodice has horizontal stripes of tonal black jet sparkles on net fabric. Square neckline and 1” thick...

The lip dress from Yves Saint Laurent's 1971 "Libération" collection is highly revered and documented. The collection was inspired by 1940s wartime fashion, the women of occupied Par...

Classic and very chic Chanel shift dress from the Autumn/Winter 2005 collection. The dress was number 9 in the A/W 2005 show, that was inspired by the 1960s. The beautiful cream wool...

Absolutely breathtaking black layered silk chiffon Christian Dior Couture gown from the fall/winter 1959 collection. Strapless, very subtle sweetheart neckline with a corseted bodice...

Emilio Pucci printed lycra dress from the 1990s. Abstract swirling pink, grey and black floral print all over with geometric trim at the neckline and cuffs. Square neckline and sligh...

Incredibly chic fall/winter Bill Blass black wool crepe evening gown from the 1970s. Minimal and elegant front with a boat neckline and long sleeves. Fitted through the waist with a ...

Iconic, rare and unusual, Donna Karan silver-gray jersey ethereal gown from the 1994 Spring Runway show. In collaboration with Robert Lee Morris, the inc...

Very chic Donna Karan cocktail dress from the 1990s. Sheer charcoal grey sleeves and yoke that give the illusion of a sheer body suit under a strapless sequin dress. The charcoal gre...

Mod 2010s Monique Lhuillier intricately beaded blue fitted dress. The beautiful all over beading on the blue makes the dress sparkle when worn. Bits of lace and beading patterns add ...

Gorgeous Dennis Basso v neck floral beaded gown. Based out of NYC, Dennis Basso is a master of evening wear. The details on this beaded gown are immacula...

Very unique Krizia strapless gown from the 1980s made for Chez Catherine. The dark navy lurex and nylon blend fabric has a treated crinkle texture resembling a trash bag. The dress i...

Sexy Roberto Cavalli black cocktail dress from the mid 2000s. The front features a braided bodice, reminiscent of a Grecian toga, while the shoulder straps are finished with a goldto...

Timeless Lanvin black satin strapless cocktail dress from the 1980s. The sweetheart neckline and upper bodice are trimmed with a cream rope detail that accentuates the natural curve ...

A departure from the abstract geometric prints, this 2000s Emilio Pucci dress is black and a large all over multicolour Birds of Paradise print. Crafted from a viscose and silk blend...

Very sexy and quintessentially Dolce & Gabbana dress from the earl 2000s. Beautiful black lace with a boned bustier bodice. Adjustable spaghetti straps and underwire cups. Length hit...

Perfect for summer white and blue chevron striped cotton Dolce and Gabbana dress from the early 2000s. Bustier bodice with wired cups and boning to the hips. Drop waist fit and flare...

Pauline Trigère vintage 2 pc set from 1980s. The shape of the caftanesque top and the flowing elasticized waist skirt are inspired by the stunning Indian silks used for sarees. In fa...

The perfect Calvin Klein 1990s LBD! Black blistered silk gives lots of texture to a minimalist dress. This piece is perfect for a cocktail party wit...

Absolutely breathtaking Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche wrap style maxi evening dress from the 1970s. Black velvet with a lovely silk taffeta textured, pleated ruffle trim at the neckline, cuffs and hem. Black silk belt ties at the waist that can be styled as you wish, in a knot or bow. This is a beautiful, timeless investment piece. Perfect for anything from a fall/winter wedding...

Glitzy and very pretty 1960s Romantica by Victor Costa cocktail dress. Made from a stunning mod, geometric brocade in silver, bronze and metallic white and peach...

A classic and beautiful Emilio Pucci maxi dress dating from the 1970s. Blue and purple abstract colour blocking with a green and white leaf style print throughout. A very flattering ...

Early 1990s Oscar de la Renta dark brown velvet long sleeve dress with Perisan Lamb style velvet skirt. The puff sleeves have shoulder pads to hold t...

Beautiful 1940s black crepe dress with gold sequin applique. Shoulder pads help hold the shape of the top gathered sleeve and a hip drape deta...

Vintage Chanel bright magenta boucle dress from the Autumn 1995 collection. Sleeveless with a v neckline and a very classic straight shape. Detailing at w...

1980s Chloe dress with beaded cuffs and pockets. Designed by Karl Lagerfeld, this Chloe dress features his immaculate use of intricate beading on simple bl...

Fun 1980s Raffaella Curiel strapless, drop waist cocktail dress. Black ruched bodice with scalloped rose printed layered skirt and bust detail. Small bl...

A Chanel little black dress is always the answer! This Chanel shift dress dates from the mid 2000s and is made from a thick black boucle. Sho...

Chanel shirtdress from the Fall 2007 runway collection. This dress was look 5/67 on the runway under the glass dome of the Grand Palais, and worn by Behati Prinsloo. Vibrant red wool...

Rich, deep and sexy Giorgio Armani chocolate brown cut velvet cocktail dress from the 1990s. Strapless with ruching on the left side seam with a dark grey silk rosette applique at the left hip. Full interior corset...

Etherial Emmanuelle Ungaro silk chiffon gown from the 1990s. Sea foam blue with an all over large floral and leaf print. V neckline with very thin straps that cross at the upper back...

Very sweet 1970s Chanel Creations short sleeve shirtdress. Micro pleated black silk with removable white cotton Peter Pan neckline and cuffs. Black and bronze tone lions head small b...

Sleek and sexy Carolyne Roehm black silk gown from the 1980s. Strapless with a u shaped cut out at the bust. The fabric ruches around the cut-out creating outward draping. Skirt skims the body and tapers at the bottom in a slight cocoon shape. Interior corset...

Chanel Grecian inspired gown from the 1990s, collection 18. Pleated black silk chiffon with black cut velvet 1.5" thick straps. V neckline with an empire w...

Delicate and stunning Chanel dress from 2012 in the most beautiful shade of soft pink. Boat neckline in the front with a scoop in the back. Sleeveless and skater style that is fitted...

A fun twist on a classic Chanel dress! Mid 20000s Chanel black boucle open knit sheer dress. Sleeveless with a henley neckline and faux flap pocke...

Sleek and sexy Dolce and Gabbana black cashmere cocktail dress from the 1990s. The dress skims the body beautifully and has a straight neckline. The top of an inserted black silk bra...

Very beautiful black silk maxi dress with all over large yellow and gold wheat sheaf print dates from the 1940s and was clearly inspired by both Schiaparelli in its long lean silhoue...

Classic Yves Saint Laurent duo from the 1970's features a black silk tie-neck blouse and a chic black guipure lace skirt. Blouse is long sleeve with slight gathering at the shoulder...

Timeless Chanel bouclé off the shoulder fitted bodice dress from the 2007 Cruise collection. V-neck opening enhanced by a similar V opening at the back above the zipper. Chanel black...