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Bob Mackie 1980s Size 6 Light Pink + Grey Silk Chiffon Strapless Grecian Gown
Bob Mackie 1980s Size 6 Light Pink + Grey Silk Chiffon Strapless Grecian Gown

Bob Mackie 1980s Size 6 Light Pink + Grey Silk Chiffon Strapless Grecian Gown

By Bob Mackie

Located in San Diego, CA

Phenomenal vintage late 80s Bob Mackie Couture light pink and gray silk chiffon, lace and rhinestone encrusted strapless Grecian gown ! Features grey lace and rhinestones on the bodi...

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1980s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1950s Philip Hulitar Ivory and Black Velvet Pearl Encrusted Beaded Gown
1950s Philip Hulitar Ivory and Black Velvet Pearl Encrusted Beaded Gown

1950s Philip Hulitar Ivory and Black Velvet Pearl Encrusted Beaded Gown

By Philip Hulitar

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This vintage Phillip Hulitar 1950s, ivory silk chiffon and black velvet cocktail dress is the perfect party dress or great for wedding. Gown has intricate black velvet, ivory silk chiffon, pearl encrusted, leaf-motif bodice and its double-layer, silk chiffon ballroom skirt...

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1950s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

ROBERT DANES 90's Vintage 1:1 Custom Ombre Silk Chiffon Gown Maxi Dress Ethereal
ROBERT DANES 90's Vintage 1:1 Custom Ombre Silk Chiffon Gown Maxi Dress Ethereal

ROBERT DANES 90's Vintage 1:1 Custom Ombre Silk Chiffon Gown Maxi Dress Ethereal

Located in Leonardo, NJ

Robert Danes 1990's Vintage Custom 1:1 Made by hand in his NYC atelier This is from his personal archives 100% silk chiffon Old Hollywood vibes infused with sorbet sunset colors Ever...

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1990s Evening Dresses and Gowns

LA PERLA Vintage Marigold Embellished Slip Dress w. Sequin Shawl
LA PERLA Vintage Marigold Embellished Slip Dress w. Sequin Shawl

LA PERLA Vintage Marigold Embellished Slip Dress w. Sequin Shawl

By La Perla

Located in Leonardo, NJ

La Perla Vintage Embellished slip dress and oversized scarf Yellow Gold Mustard Orange Marigold Color Pullover Open back with adjustable tie Size IT44 Excellent condition, minor feel...

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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

ICEBERG 2006 Vintage Runway Silk Embellished Ruffle Gown + Shawl Maxi Dress
ICEBERG 2006 Vintage Runway Silk Embellished Ruffle Gown + Shawl Maxi Dress

ICEBERG 2006 Vintage Runway Silk Embellished Ruffle Gown + Shawl Maxi Dress

Located in Leonardo, NJ

Iceberg Vintage Runway SS06 Pink, orange, and red hues perfect for this Summer Matching shawl with fringe Beautifully embellished halter neck 100% silk Made in Italy Has an attached ...

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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

S/S 2003 John Galliano Rhinestone Buckle Black Floral Ruffle Slip Gown
S/S 2003 John Galliano Rhinestone Buckle Black Floral Ruffle Slip Gown

S/S 2003 John Galliano Rhinestone Buckle Black Floral Ruffle Slip Gown

By John Galliano

Located in West Hollywood, CA

From John Galliano’s Spring/Summer 2003 collection, this slip gown features a ruched bodice adorned with vertical rows of rhinestones and a central floral appliqué, finished with a s...

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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

DANES 2000's Vintage True Nude Blush Liquid Silk Chiffon Evening Gown Maxi Dress
DANES 2000's Vintage True Nude Blush Liquid Silk Chiffon Evening Gown Maxi Dress

DANES 2000's Vintage True Nude Blush Liquid Silk Chiffon Evening Gown Maxi Dress

Located in Leonardo, NJ

The Danes / Robert Danes 00's or 90's Vintage 100% silk Nude blush toned Pullover Has layers, but no slit Size US 8 but fits smaller Great vintage condition, has some abrasions to th...

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1990s Evening Dresses and Gowns

MARIA GRACHVOGEL UK 8 Vintage Mauve Silk Evening Gown Maxi Dress
MARIA GRACHVOGEL UK 8 Vintage Mauve Silk Evening Gown Maxi Dress

MARIA GRACHVOGEL UK 8 Vintage Mauve Silk Evening Gown Maxi Dress

Located in Leonardo, NJ

Maria Grachvogel Vintage 100% pure silk Opalescent purple mauve Pullover The neckline can be pulled taught across, cowl, off one shoulder, etc Size UK 8 Excellent vtg condition, slig...

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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

JOHN GALLIANO 2009 Vintage Royal Blue Gown Maxi Dress w. Attached Sash
JOHN GALLIANO 2009 Vintage Royal Blue Gown Maxi Dress w. Attached Sash

JOHN GALLIANO 2009 Vintage Royal Blue Gown Maxi Dress w. Attached Sash

By John Galliano

Located in Leonardo, NJ

John Galliano Vintage 2009 Royal Blue Attached sash can also be tied but I just let it hang Extra long length Invisible side zip Size IT44 NWT's, 2 small dots that you can only see u...

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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage 1930s Blush Pink Crepe Silk Bia Cut Gown US 4 UK 8
Vintage 1930s Blush Pink Crepe Silk Bia Cut Gown US 4 UK 8

Vintage 1930s Blush Pink Crepe Silk Bia Cut Gown US 4 UK 8

Located in Nashville, TN

This breathtaking 1930's crepe silk gown rendered in the warmest shade of blush pink, accented by draped waterfall pleats and the most figure flattering bias cut, is a rare piece to ...

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1930s Evening Dresses and Gowns

NINA RICCI 2013 Vintage Silk Mauve Ethereal Gown Maxi Dress Floral
NINA RICCI 2013 Vintage Silk Mauve Ethereal Gown Maxi Dress Floral

NINA RICCI 2013 Vintage Silk Mauve Ethereal Gown Maxi Dress Floral

By Nina Ricci

Located in Leonardo, NJ

Nina Ricci SS13 Resort Collection Vintage 100% silk A delicate medley of colors Reminds me of Chanel Size F40 fits like a USA 6 or 4 Invisible back zip Excellent Condition, only flaw...

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2010s Evening Dresses and Gowns

1950s Jane Derby Vintage Black + Nude Silk Chiffon Cocktail Dress
1950s Jane Derby Vintage Black + Nude Silk Chiffon Cocktail Dress

1950s Jane Derby Vintage Black + Nude Silk Chiffon Cocktail Dress

By Jane Derby

Located in Sparks, NV

Stunning vintage early 1950s cocktail dress in black and nude silk satin and silk chiffon. Full skirt with silk lining and boned bodice. Gorgeous construction. Rear metal zip and hoo...

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1950s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1950s Vintage Couture Silk Satin + Creamy Silk Chiffon Formal Dress
1950s Vintage Couture Silk Satin + Creamy Silk Chiffon Formal Dress

1950s Vintage Couture Silk Satin + Creamy Silk Chiffon Formal Dress

Located in Sparks, NV

Stunning couture formal dress in the most gorgeous silk chiffon we have ever seen. The silk is paper thin and so soft and creamy. Full sweep with yards and yards of silk fabric. Bodi...

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1950s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1960s Amazing Vintage Silk Chiffon Full Circle Cocktail Dress
1960s Amazing Vintage Silk Chiffon Full Circle Cocktail Dress

1960s Amazing Vintage Silk Chiffon Full Circle Cocktail Dress

Located in Sparks, NV

Stunning vintage cocktail dress with a full swinging delicate silk chiffon skirt and draped bustline. Gorgeous quality and construction with what seems like miles of silk fabric. ...

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1960s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

MARIA GRACHVOGEL Vintage Mauve Silk Evening Gown Maxi Dress
MARIA GRACHVOGEL Vintage Mauve Silk Evening Gown Maxi Dress

MARIA GRACHVOGEL Vintage Mauve Silk Evening Gown Maxi Dress

Located in Leonardo, NJ

Maria Grachvogel Vintage 100% pure silk Opalescent purple mauve Pullover The neckline can be pulled taught across, cowl, off one shoulder, etc Size UK 10 Excellent vtg condition, sl...

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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage 1930s Black Silk Chiffon Floral evening Gown Tulips US 6 UK 10
Vintage 1930s Black Silk Chiffon Floral evening Gown Tulips US 6 UK 10

Vintage 1930s Black Silk Chiffon Floral evening Gown Tulips US 6 UK 10

Located in Nashville, TN

A marvel to behold, this original vintage 1930's black cotton voile and silk chiffon evening gown, decorated with a silver rhinestone inlay metal chain, is a rare piece to behold. T...

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1930s Evening Dresses and Gowns

GUCCI by TOM FORD 2001 Vintage Black Cone Bra Hard Boned Corset Dress
GUCCI by TOM FORD 2001 Vintage Black Cone Bra Hard Boned Corset Dress

GUCCI by TOM FORD 2001 Vintage Black Cone Bra Hard Boned Corset Dress

By Gucci

Located in Leonardo, NJ

Tom Ford for Gucci Vintage SS01 Black cotton silk blend Hard boning throughout Structured cone bra Removable straps (strapless is also very sexy) Needs to be pressed/ironed, a steame...

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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

MISSONI 2003 Vintage Runway Silk Embellished Halter Neck Mini Dress
MISSONI 2003 Vintage Runway Silk Embellished Halter Neck Mini Dress

MISSONI 2003 Vintage Runway Silk Embellished Halter Neck Mini Dress

By Missoni

Located in Leonardo, NJ

Missoni Vintage Runway FW03 100% silk Really well made, lined with the same silk and pattern and even lined again behind the bust Raspberry and white pattern Heavily embellished neck...

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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

1910's French Couture Blue Silk Chiffon Gold Embroidered Long Sleeve Belted Gown
1910's French Couture Blue Silk Chiffon Gold Embroidered Long Sleeve Belted Gown

1910's French Couture Blue Silk Chiffon Gold Embroidered Long Sleeve Belted Gown

Located in Los Angeles, CA

An exquisite 1910's French Couture evening gown in a regal shade of midnight blue. This intricate piece is composed of several layers of delicate silk chiffon including an inner lini...

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1910s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

DONNA KARAN 90's Vintage Navy Blue & Tan Printed Silk Slip Maxi Dress Gown
DONNA KARAN 90's Vintage Navy Blue & Tan Printed Silk Slip Maxi Dress Gown

DONNA KARAN 90's Vintage Navy Blue & Tan Printed Silk Slip Maxi Dress Gown

By Donna Karan

Located in Leonardo, NJ

Donna Karan Vintage Late 1990's 100% silk Slated cool toned colors I adore this print it's like a marble cement Lined with a silk brown slip Pullover Size IT38 Excellent condition, n...

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1990s Evening Dresses and Gowns

1950s- 1960s Dorothy Litzan for Roban Vintage Blue Silk + Lace Cocktail Dress
1950s- 1960s Dorothy Litzan for Roban Vintage Blue Silk + Lace Cocktail Dress

1950s- 1960s Dorothy Litzan for Roban Vintage Blue Silk + Lace Cocktail Dress

Located in Sparks, NV

Stunning vintage robin's egg blue silk taffeta cocktail dress with a scoop neck, chantilly lace and tulip hem by Dorothy Litzan for Roban. Partially lined with rear metal zip and hoo...

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1950s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1950s Dorothy O'Hara Vintage Black Asymmetric Cocktail Sheath Dress
1950s Dorothy O'Hara Vintage Black Asymmetric Cocktail Sheath Dress

1950s Dorothy O'Hara Vintage Black Asymmetric Cocktail Sheath Dress

By Dorothy O'Hara

Located in Sparks, NV

Vintage 1950s black hourglass sheath dress with asymmetric drape detail for sale by Dorothy O'Hara. Fully lined with rear zip and hook closure. Fits like a modern size medium. The bu...

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1950s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage 1920's Pink Beaded Flapper Dress Cotton Base Glass Beads US 4-6 UK 8-10
Vintage 1920's Pink Beaded Flapper Dress Cotton Base Glass Beads US 4-6 UK 8-10

Vintage 1920's Pink Beaded Flapper Dress Cotton Base Glass Beads US 4-6 UK 8-10

Located in Nashville, TN

Full of opulent original details, rendered in the most luxurious fashion, this rare 1920's piece is a beauty to behold and never again find. The delicate rounded neckline is framed ...

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1920s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Jean Varon Vintage Strapless Black Taffeta Evening Dress with Ruffles and Bow
Jean Varon Vintage Strapless Black Taffeta Evening Dress with Ruffles and Bow

Jean Varon Vintage Strapless Black Taffeta Evening Dress with Ruffles and Bow

By Jean Varon

Located in Sparks, NV

Early 1980s inspired by the 1950s! This Jean Varon evening dress features ruffles and a front bow detail. Partially lined with rear zip closure. Made in England. The marked size is a...

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1980s British Evening Dresses and Gowns

MARIA GRACHVOGEL Vintage Silk Tan Floral Embroidered Sequin Slip Gown Maxi Dress
MARIA GRACHVOGEL Vintage Silk Tan Floral Embroidered Sequin Slip Gown Maxi Dress

MARIA GRACHVOGEL Vintage Silk Tan Floral Embroidered Sequin Slip Gown Maxi Dress

Located in Leonardo, NJ

Maria Grachvogel Vintage Tan brown floral embroidered silk May look a little more 'cool toned' in real life under darker lighting Square brown sequins all throughout, done very taste...

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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

DONNA KARAN Vintage Black Ruched Extra Long Open Back Evening Gown Maxi Dress
DONNA KARAN Vintage Black Ruched Extra Long Open Back Evening Gown Maxi Dress

DONNA KARAN Vintage Black Ruched Extra Long Open Back Evening Gown Maxi Dress

By Donna Karan

Located in Leonardo, NJ

Donna Karan Vintage Sometime between 1995 and 2004 Jet black I changed the contrast in some photos to better show the details, but in real life, this is very very black Open adjustab...

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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Bill Blass Vintage Sheer Black Lace Dress
Bill Blass Vintage Sheer Black Lace Dress

Bill Blass Vintage Sheer Black Lace Dress

By Bill Blass

Located in Sparks, NV

Darling vintage sheer black lace dress by Bill Blass. Sweetheart neckline with sheer sleeves and upper back. Rear zip and hook closure. The marked size is a US 6 and the dress fits t...

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1980s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Bill Blass Vintage Yellow and Black Lace Halter Dress
Bill Blass Vintage Yellow and Black Lace Halter Dress

Bill Blass Vintage Yellow and Black Lace Halter Dress

By Bill Blass

Located in Sparks, NV

Unworn with the original store tags still attached! Vintage yellow and black lace halter dress by Bill Blass. Full flared skirt and open back. Details: Fully Lined Back Zip w...

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1980s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Black sequin lace and tulle bustier dress VICTOR COSTA
Black sequin lace and tulle bustier dress VICTOR COSTA

Black sequin lace and tulle bustier dress VICTOR COSTA

By Victor Costa

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Black sequin and nylon tulle bustier dress. Acetate lining. Boned . Zip and hook&eye closure on the middle back. SIZE 38 (Fr) M

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1980s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1970s Travilla Vintage Evening Dress with Purple Green + Black Flower Embroidery
1970s Travilla Vintage Evening Dress with Purple Green + Black Flower Embroidery

1970s Travilla Vintage Evening Dress with Purple Green + Black Flower Embroidery

By Travilla

Located in Sparks, NV

Stunning vintage black evening dress with purple, green and black embroidered flowers. Unique bust with plunging neckline and strap detail. By William Travilla. Details: Fully...

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1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Richilene for Elizabeth Arden 1970s Blue Sheer Silk Midi Dress
Richilene for Elizabeth Arden 1970s Blue Sheer Silk Midi Dress

Richilene for Elizabeth Arden 1970s Blue Sheer Silk Midi Dress

By Richilene

Located in Sparks, NV

Gorgeous sheer washy Atlantic blue silk midi dress by Richilene for Elizabeth Arden. This dress features long sheer balloon sleeves, a ruffled collar and full sweep triple layered sk...

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1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

HERVE LEGER 90's Vintage Ruffle Mini Little Black Dress
HERVE LEGER 90's Vintage Ruffle Mini Little Black Dress

HERVE LEGER 90's Vintage Ruffle Mini Little Black Dress

By Herve Léger

Located in Leonardo, NJ

Herve Leger 1990's Vintage Jet black (I lightened some photos to better show the details) Invisible side zip Size XS Like New Condition I want to price this higher, but I won't. Even...

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Early 1900s Evening Dresses and Gowns

John Galliano Spring 2004 Size 6 Chiffon Floral Beaded Vintage Dress Set Y2K
John Galliano Spring 2004 Size 6 Chiffon Floral Beaded Vintage Dress Set Y2K

John Galliano Spring 2004 Size 6 Chiffon Floral Beaded Vintage Dress Set Y2K

By John Galliano

Located in San Diego, CA

Size US 6 Measurements: Blouse 36 inch bust 28 inch waist Skirt 29 inch waist 40 inch hips 20 inches in length A rare 2004 John Galliano silk chiffon top and skirt ensemble from the...

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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

1960's Gold Heavily Embellished Beaded Lace Bombshell Gown
1960's Gold Heavily Embellished Beaded Lace Bombshell Gown

1960's Gold Heavily Embellished Beaded Lace Bombshell Gown

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Va va voom! This gilded gown transports you to the glamorous 1960’s. Clusters of metallic micro sequins and clear seed beads strung on gold thread adorn a network of gold lame net la...

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1960s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Galanos Spring 1984 Black Silk Tiered Gown with Pink Flower
Galanos Spring 1984 Black Silk Tiered Gown with Pink Flower

Galanos Spring 1984 Black Silk Tiered Gown with Pink Flower

By James Galanos

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Romantic and refined evening gown by Galanos, dating to his Spring 1984 collection. This wonderfully feminine dress has been crafted from a sheer silk chiffon in a timeless shade of ...

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1980s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

LES HABITUDES 90's Vintage Dusty Burgundy Floral Neckline Slip Gown Maxi Dress
LES HABITUDES 90's Vintage Dusty Burgundy Floral Neckline Slip Gown Maxi Dress

LES HABITUDES 90's Vintage Dusty Burgundy Floral Neckline Slip Gown Maxi Dress

Located in Leonardo, NJ

Les Habitudes 1990's Vintage Dusty red burgundy color Embroidered floral neckline Has a chic crinkle effect Pullover No size or comp tag (but super soft like silk), please refer to ...

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1990s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage Gowns and Designer Evening Dresses for Sale: Shop Dior, Chanel, Versace and More

With entire museum exhibitions dedicated to examining fashion designers and their creations, we’re finally recognizing that costuming is art. Evening dresses over time have conveyed specific statements about social class, position and beliefs. Fashion is a powerful means of self-expression, and sophisticated vintage evening dresses and gowns by our favorite couturier play no small role in making us feel wonderful but, perhaps more importantly, making us feel like ourselves.

In the 16th century, dresses and gowns were so important that England's Queen Elizabeth I defined rules about what dresses women could wear — guidance included long skirts and fitted bodices. Forward-thinking designers have responded to this history.

Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel reimagined traditionally masculine garments for feminine shapes, and her elegant evening dresses and gowns promoted comfort and grace in women’s wear that had been dominated in the previous century by layers of fabric. Christian Dior's gowns celebrated luxury and femininity in the late 1940s — and gave to women the gift of glamour they’d lost in the miserable years of the war. French fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent introduced innovative and highly coveted dress designs in the 1960s while at the same time challenging sexist stereotypes about which members of society could wear tuxedos.

Works by unconventional British designer John Galliano — featured in houses like Givenchy and Dior — redefined limits that dressmakers faced in terms of material, construction and vision during the late 20th century. From his embroidered absinthe-green Oscars gown for actress Nicole Kidman to the iconic sleeveless Dior newspaper dress that Sex and the City’s Carrie Bradshaw made famous, Galliano’s intricate and multifaceted work is reliably collectible and newsworthy

Today’s designers target an increasingly broad audience with their boundary-crossing work, and their tendency to play off of each other’s ideas means that every walk down the runway is also a walk through an entire history of fashion design and dress craftsmanship.

Whether you gravitate toward backless maxi dresses or silk charmeuse gowns by Alexander McQueen or embellished, ruffled floral-print designs by Chloe or Versace, there is an extraordinary collection of vintage and designer evening dresses and gowns waiting for you on 1stDibs.