1980s Arnold Scaasi Couture Black Velvet Rosette Dress

This is a truly elegant formal gown by renowned occasion wear designer Patricia Lester who has been designing costume and fashion with her husband Charles, for over 50 years. Made f...

This arresting Fred Perlberg late 1940s or early 1950s black chiffon evening dress with matching gloves is designed to turn heads on the dance floor. Part of its 'creator's lovingly titled range of party and dance dresses "Dance Originals", the emphasis on movement and show stopping glamour is evident in this piece. Thin spaghetti straps support a dramatic horizontal neckline , which is softened by chiffon arranged attractively over the bust line in a cross-over fashion. The bodice is corseted to accentuate the fairytale waistline, which details a simple piped seam before falling away dramatically into the floor sweeping skirt. The high-waisted skirt is fully lined, with a full-circle chiffon overlay. The fabric features a panel of gold sequin embellishment that comes into play just above the knee and runs parallel to the hem. There is a concealed zip fastening to the left of the bodice with a hook and eye closure. The sheer chiffon gloves...

This striking 1970s ribbed wool blend jersey maxi dress is by celebrated British designer Frank Usher and has a wonderfully contemporary feel. The simple line of the dress is guarant...

This elegant late 1950s to early 1960s dress and jacket combination is cut to a classic swing silhouette, with a nipped-in waist, flared, almost 360 circular skirt and playful halter...

Exhibit a stylish look by wearing this beautiful designer dress. Tailored using fine fabric this dress has a chic silhouette for a framing fit. Style the creation with chic accessori...

Here's a sophisticated evening gown from Galanos, likely created in the late 70s or early 1980s. Made from what we believe is silk velvet (no content tag), this piece features a scu...

A fabulous grey and silver silk dress from Christian Dior. It is sleeveless with a crew neckline and a ruched silver front bodice with a cut out. The grey skirt has hip side seam p...

Autumn Winter 1985 Collection France Beautiful silk satin printed cocktail dress by Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche inspired by the 1930s/1940s pyjamas and ...