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Fantastic Early 1970s Boho Chic Paisley Print Vintage Red 70s Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Fabulous early 1970s lightweight wool boho chic paisley print maxi dress! Features a red background with vibrant hues of blue, green, yellow and orange throughout. Open back reveals ...
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1970s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Dolce & Gabbana Vintage 1990's Bubblegum Pink Sleeveless Fitted Sheath Dress 38
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage 1990's Dolce & Gabbana sheath dress designed by Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana. Features a crew neckline, rear vent, and figure accentuating darts at front and back. 100%...
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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Azzedine Alaia S/S 1992 Runway Vintage Cold-Shoulder Bodycon Mini Dress
Located in Naples, FL
Azzedine Alaia S/S 1992 Runway Vintage Cold-Shoulder Bodycon Mini Dress Size S
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1990s Evening Dresses and Gowns

S/S 1998 Gianni Versace by Donatella Wet Look Backless Stretch Runway Dress
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Donatella Versace designed this sleek wet-look strapless dress for her Spring/Summer 1998 Gianni Versace collection. This chic, form-fitting dress debuted on the runway, modeled by N...
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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Alexander McQueen dress Resort 2011
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN - (Made in Italy) Black mid-length dress, collar embroidered with a golden thread pattern and pearls. Size 38FR indicated. 2011 Resort Collection, under the artisti...
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2010s Evening Dresses and Gowns

GIAMBATTISTA VALLI cream purple floral cotton tweed sheer hem dress IT42 M
Located in Hong Kong, NT
GIAMBATTISTA VALLI cream purple floral cotton tweed sheer hem dress IT42 M Reference: LACG/A00387 Brand: Giambattista Valli Designer: Giambattista Valli Material: Cotton, Blend Color...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Roberto Cavalli Spring 2004 orange Cut-Out Ruffle Gown
Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH
A stunning maxi-length gown from Roberto Cavalli's Spring 2004 collection, inspired by 1970s Cher. This striking orange dress features delicate spaghetti st...
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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

1990s Roland Nivelais Size 10 Kelly Green + Black Silk Taffeta Vintage 90s Gown
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage 90s ROLAND NIVELAIS kelly green and black silk taffeta sleeveless couture evening gown ! Features a flattering ruched bodice with a d...
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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

New Valentino Floral Halter Maxi Dress
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Valentino new halter maxi dress in a delightful colorful floral pattern. Ruffle halter encircles shoulders featuring open back ruffle treatment. Waist fits semi close to body and ex...
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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vivienne Westwood SS 2020 Cocoon Dress Stunning Gown
Located in Berlin, BE
Vivienne Westwood SS 2020 Dress New, unworn Cut from beautiful flower jacquard fabric, tailored with voluminous elements and frayed gathered seams for a patchwork effect. The cotton...
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2010s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2007 Ivory Silk Chiffon Full Length Ballgown Dress Gown
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 2007 Ivory Silk Chiffon Gathered Full Length Ballgown Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: S/S 2007 Style: Ballgown Color(s): Shades of ivory Lined: Yes Unmarked Fabric Content: 100% Silk Additional Details / Inclusions: Alexander McQueen S/S 2007 silk chiffon ball gown...
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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage 2003 2000s Y2K Roberto Cavalli Cream Tribal Turquoise Dress Seashells
Located in Denver, CO
Beautiful 2003 Roberto Cavalli Dress Cream elastic material with oversized tribal, turquoise jewelry + seashell print throughout with silver glitter style painted accents Fitted bust...
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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

S/S 1997 Dolce & Gabbana Floral Embroidery Black Silk Sable Mink Trim Coat Dress
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Spring/Summer 1997 Dolce & Gabbana coat dress is crafted from black silk with elaborate floral embroidery. The coat features a dramatic sable mink fur...
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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

1970s Samir Rust Brown Faux Suede Beaded Fringed Boho Vintage 70s Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing 1970s SAMIR rust colored faux suede spaghetti strap handkerchief hem boho beaded dress ! Features a soft faux suede with fringe at the neck and hem. Hidden zipper up the side...
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1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Versace S/S 2005 Embellished Cutout Back Ivory Dress Gown
Located in Naples, FL
Versace S/S 2005 Embellished Cutout Back Dress Gown Versace sleeveless gown featuring plunging neckline, beaded embellishments throughout, slit at high-low hem and concealed zip clo...
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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

new AZZEDINE ALAIA bordeaux plisse knit dress
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Bordeaux knit dress with intricate plisse woven pleats from Azzedine Alaia. New with tags. French size 40 however runs small and best fits a FR 36 or 38. Approximate measurements (un...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Asymmetrical burgundy velvet evening dress Attributed to Grès Winter 1974
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Asymmetrical burgundy velvet evening dress. Gros grain inside the waist. Zip middle back and hook&eye. Raglan . Velvet collar around the neck with hook&eye closure. One asymmetrical...
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1970s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Roberto Cavalli Ivory and Green Sequin Chiffon Gown-Sz 44
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Roberto Cavalli Ivory Silk Chiffon gown with Green and Tan sequin/bugle beads - Sz 44 This gorgeous gown has long sleeves, an low plunging v neck open back with a ivory ribbon tie ac...
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2010s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage Roberto Cavalli F/W 2007 Copper Metallic Gown
Located in London, GB
2007 Roberto Cavalli Fall Winter metallic gown. Features low cut neck, cut out detail, ruching detail, low back, zip closure and maxi length with tags. In great vintage condition, a ...
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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

1930s Gold Lame Dress with Ruched Bodice and Sleeve Detail
Located in London, GB
This 1930s gold lame maxi dress would be the crowning glory for any fans of 1930s clothing, or the perfect choice for an eye-catching and wearable gown for an upcoming event. It is c...
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1930s Evening Dresses and Gowns

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2022 Charles Arnoldi Brushstroke print asymmetric gown IT38 XS
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2022 Charles Arnoldi Brushstroke print asymmetric gown IT38 XS Reference: AAWC/A00687 Brand: Alexander McQueen Designer: Sarah Burton Collection: Charles Arnoldi 2...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Tom Ford for Gucci S/S 1996 Plunging Lace-Up Black Tunic Micro Mini Dress
Located in Naples, FL
Tom Ford for Gucci S/S 1996 Plunging Lace-Up Black Tunic Micro Mini Dress IT 44 Gucci knit dress featuring plunging neckline, pointed collar, long sleeves and lace-up closures at fr...
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1990s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Gucci Vintage Crystal Embellished Horsebit Cutout Back Bodycon Black Dress
Located in Naples, FL
Gucci Vintage Crystal Embellished Horsebit Cutout Back Bodycon Black Dress Size M Condition: A couple missing embellishments on the horsebit detail. Not noticeable when worn, please...
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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

John Galliano Sz 42 6 / 8 2000s Black One Shoulder Grecian Vintage Mini Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy, yet classic early 2000s JOHN GALLIANO black one shoulder rayon jersey dress! Brand new with tags. Features cut-outs above the right bust in the front, and matching in the back....
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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

John Galliano Vintage Deco Inspired Bias Cut Dress
Located in Los Angeles, CA
John Galliano vintage 2003 bias cut gown adorned with a shower of hand sewn pale gold circular paillettes and tiny sequins in an inverted diamond pattern. Scoop neck bodice. Feature...
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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Chanel vintage red chiffon cocktail dress
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Vintage red chiffon bustier cocktail's dress with Chanel "boutique" label Back width = 40cm French Size 34
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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Ninivah Khomo 1990s Rare Vintage Snakeskin Print Bodycon Sexy Cotton 90s Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy snakeskin print bodcon dress from hard to find designer NINIVAH KHOMO! Manolo Blahnik praised Khomo, saying, "I was captivated by her signature anim...
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1990s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1950s Frank Usher Black Panne Silk Velvet Dress
Located in London, GB
An original vintage 1950s evening dress from renowned British occasion wear designer Frank Usher. This dress dates from the early part of the decade and is made from a fabulous quali...
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1950s British Evening Dresses and Gowns

1980s Guy Laroche Size 44 / 12 Novelty Fruit Print Avant Garde Vintage 80s Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1980s GUY LAROCHE novelty fruit print Avant Garde cotton belted dress! Stylish puff sleeves, with a side peplum. Pockets at each side of the hips. Hidden zipper up the back with...
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1980s Evening Dresses and Gowns

VIVIENNE WESTWOOD 00's Structured Lace Dress
Located in Milano, MILANO
00's structured rubbered lace mini tablier dress by Vivienne Westwood. Open back with string closure. Two big pockets at front. Wide cape with raw edges and shoulder pads. Zipper clo...
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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Gianni Versace Couture Vintage 1990s Pale Pink Chenille Body Con Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Super soft pale pink body con dress in a velvety chenille by Gianni Versace Couture. The cut on this is so flattering! Simple, elegant and chic. Details: Fully Lined Size Zip...
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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

1970s Paisley Purple Blue Green Boho Vintage Cotton Rayon 70s Maxi Halter Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Stylish vintage 1970s paisley halter maxi dress ! Features a paisley print with voibrant colors of purple, green, blue, pink and teal throughout. Soft co...
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1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1950s Black Strapless Silk Satin and Lace Dress
Located in London, GB
This seductive 1950s black silk satin cocktail dress is of superb quality and construction. It is a stunning example of an evening dress from this decade and features a sweetheart ne...
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1950s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Moschino Couture Embroidered Words Top and Skirt
Located in Water Mill, NY
An extraordinary skirt and top set from Moschino Couture in grey with a touch of green jersey. They are simple pieces with intricate detailed at the front and back hemlines comprised...
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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

1993 Todd Oldham Runway Beaded Gown
Located in Miami, FL
From the 1993 SS Runway collection is this INSANE black 90s fitted gown with detailed heavily beaded collar and sleeves. The beading and embroidery on one sleeve is done in swirle...
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1990s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Versace Bodycon Dress with Cut outs
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous fine black wool jersey dress from Versace. It is semi fitted with long sleeves, a crew neck and fabulous nude mesh covered wedge and ray shaped cut outs following the int...
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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Gianni Versace S/S 1997 Runway Sheer Lace Panels Grey Evening Dress Gown
Located in Naples, FL
Gianni Versace S/S 1997 Runway Sheer Lace Panels Grey Evening Dress Gown IT 40 As seen on Naomi Campbell on the Runway for the final look!
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1990s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Nearly Naked White Satin Deco Wedding Gown w Transparent Lace Panels - XS, 1930s
Located in Tucson, AZ
You would be forgiven for thinking this is an uptight wedding gown because of its age and sleeves. Of course we would direct your attention to the transparent lace insets that discourage the use of underwear, and to the bias-cut liquid satin...
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1930s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

LANVIN 2015 100% silk burnt orange strapless tiered column maxi gown FR36 S
Located in Hong Kong, NT
LANVIN 2015 100% silk burnt orange strapless tiered column maxi gown FR36 S Reference: TGAS/E00443 Brand: Lanvin Designer: Alber Elbaz Collection: 2015 As seen on: Katy Perry Materia...
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2010s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Gianni Versace S/S 1997 Runway Embellished Sheer Lace Shawl Evening Dress Gown
Located in Naples, FL
Gianni Versace S/S 1997 Runway Crystal Embellished Sheer Lace Mesh Evening Dress Gown with Shawl 2 Piece Set IT 40 Look 94 from the Spring 1997 Collection.
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1990s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Naeem Khan Riazee Vintage Open Back Sequin + Beaded Bodycon Size 6 Wiggle Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy, yet sophisticated vintage NAEEM KHAN, RIAZEE fully sequined and beaded open-back silk bodcon dress! Khan's first job was working directly with Halston as an apprentice. This is...
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1980s Evening Dresses and Gowns

DOLCE&GABBANA Faux Fur Tiger Lace Dress 40 IT New With Tags
Located in New York, NY
DOLCE&GABBANA Faux Fur Tiger Lace Dress Scoop neck, long sleeves. Zip closure at back, lace construction, faux-fur tiger appliqué at front. 100% Nylon shell, 92% Silk 8% Elastane...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Versace Orange Black Lace Half Racerback Dress NWT
Located in Montgomery, TX
VERSACE Spring/Summer 2013 Look # 8 This bright Versace cocktail dress features an allover contrast black lace trim and a partial racerback strap with a spaghetti strap at the left ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

CommeDesGarcons 2003 RunwayLook1 Ruched Parachute Convertible White Dress Gown
Located in Chicago, IL
For his design mentor Rei Kawakubo's Japanese brand Comme des Garcons, Junya Wantanabe made this inimitable semi-transparent white taffeta floaty ruffled-V-neck sleeveless pullover dress with distinct parachute elements, cutwork, and adjustable ruching and draping as "Look 1 and 2" (see photos) for the Parisian fashion show debut of his Spring/Summer 2003 collection. The stunning combination of contrasts range from romantic-to-combat themes, gathered-to-flowing construction, raw-to-finely-finished edges, soft-to-hard materials, and gossamer-to-dense textural fabrics. Secured on the exterior of the dress with bold silver-tone metallic hardware, the parachute-like 100%-cotton grosgrain straps are mostly enclosed within multiple diagonal and vertical ruched channels to enable symmetrical or asymmetrical draping and lengthening of the thin synthetic fabric into multiple swags. Strap ends can freely hang from the functional hardware on the front of the dress and below its sides--as if they could be yanked to release the fabric into a drifty parachute sail. With the potential to be a stunning formal overlay if worn with a minimalist wedding gown or long skirt, the reverse side of the voluminous dress is equally remarkable for its ruffled diamond-shaped cutout at the lower back, where it is intersected by a trio of linked thick straps that are secured to a looped ruched channel. This creates an elongated bustle with a dramatic central 19-inch slit between the two swags that each extend 43 inches below the outer shoulder hem. This premiere-catwalk dress is distinguished from others in Wantanabe's "Parachute Jumper" collection by the complexity of its top. Two ruched straps form an X-shape via silver hardware at the upper back, extending to the front over the shoulders to form an adjustable face-flattering ruched V-neck with silver-hardware-linked narrow straps. The soft folds of the neckline contribute to the raised ruffle collar, as well as flow to the shoulder seams. The hand-cut hem was designed unfinished and meant to fray, although it has not given its minimal wear and very good condition consistent with only age and storage. See our photos of the care/material tags. All tags remain, including from the Italian concept-store 10 Corso Como, where it was purchased in Milan. The "Made in Japan" size is a large-running "S" due to the pullover and adjustable style of the dress, which is equivalent to an Italian-size 44 or U.S.-size 6. Beyond a convertible dress...
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Early 2000s Japanese Evening Dresses and Gowns

Dior Embroidered Long Yellow Silk Muslin Dress Resort, 2011
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Dior - (Made in France) Long yellow silk muslin dress embroidered with pearls and sequins. Size 36FR. 2011 Resort Collection under the artistic direction of John Galliano. Additiona...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Tom Ford for Gucci Pink Crystal Gown Sz: 42
Located in West Hartford, CT
A rare and show-stopping creation from Tom Ford’s tenure at Gucci, this pink crystal-embellished gown is the epitome of luxury and sensuality. Crafted from a figure-skimming fabric e...
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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

2005 Oscar De la Renta Runway Crystal Beaded Silk Dress
Located in London, GB
In the review for Oscar De La Renta’s Fall 2005 collection, Vogue described the label as “always elegant and invariably luxe”. Look 52 of 66 from the runway presentation, this gracef...
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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Iconic Archival Alexander McQueen SS 2012 Laser Cut Silk Lace Dress
Located in Berlin, BE
Absolutely iconic Alexander McQueen SS 2012 Laser Cut Spine Lace Dress. Exuding an enigmatic allure that's both cutting-edge and timeless, the Laser Cut Black Leather Lace Dress fro...
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2010s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Adele Simpson Vintage Striped Ascot Bow Tie Brown Crepe Dress, 1960s
Located in Sparks, NV
Chocolate brown crepe long sleeved dress with a striped ascot bow tie at the neck by designer Adele Simpson. Rear zip closure. Partially lined. DETAILS: Partially lined Back zip cl...
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1960s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1990s Jean Paul Gaultier Barbwire Print Size 6 Black Vintage 90s Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic and rare 1990s JEAN PAUL GAULTIER barbwire novelty print slinky rayon black and taupe dress ! Features abstract print throughout. Hidden zipper up the...
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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Alex Perry Dallas Fringed-Sleeve Gown AU 16 / US 12
Located in Brossard, QC
Dallas fringed-sleeve gown Black Dallas fringed-sleeve gown from Alex Perry featuring structured shoulders, fringe details, a square neck, darts to the chest, an invisible back zip f...
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Evening Dresses and Gowns

2000S JOHN GALLIANO CHRISTIAN DIOR Olive Green Silk Chiffon One Shoulder Dress
Located in New York, NY
Beautifully made with an internal corset to keep the shape of the dress. Some damage due to young rich girls who's mother's taught them no sense of decorum. ...
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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage 1960's Pink Sequin Peal Silk Organza Column Dress Cocktail Dress UK 8-10
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This truly spectacular 1960's silk organza dress, embellished in a striped pattern of pearlescent beads, silver sequins and large pink pearlescent sequins, is a masterpiece to behold...
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1960s Evening Dresses and Gowns

1950s Dynasty I Magnin Raspberry Red Gold Flowers Silk Satin Vintage 50s Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning mid/late 1950s DYNASTY for I. MAGNIN raspberry red and gold silk satin sleeveless demi couture dress! Not quite red, and not quite pink, this beautiful gem features gold emb...
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1950s Hong Kong Evening Dresses and Gowns

Black and pink drape evening bustier dress in silk jersey Valentino Boutique
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Wrap Black and pink drape evening bustier dress in silk jersey. Zip in the middle back. Ruffles on the side. Bustier inside the dress with boned close with hook&eye. Dress is zip in...
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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Jacqueline De Ribes black velvet gown with sheer lace panels
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare jet black silk velvet gown with sheer black and silver accented lace panels from Jacqueline de Ribes dating to the 1980's. Gown is entirely hand finished. The attention to ...
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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

YVES SAINT LAURENT AW09 black cap sleeve ruched tie front bubble hem dress FR38
Located in Hong Kong, NT
YVES SAINT LAURENT AW09 black cap sleeve ruched tie front bubble hem dress FR38 Reference: CEWG/A00011 Brand: Yves Saint Laurent Designer: Stefano Pilati Model: Bubble dress Collect...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage Red Kimono Silk Brocade Japanese Ceremonial Gown
Located in North Hollywood, CA
A vintage midcentury red color silk brocade collectable Japanese ceremonial wedding kimono. One of a kind handcrafted . Fabulous museum quality ceremonial piece in pure silk with in...
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20th Century Japanese 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.

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