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Evening Dresses and Gowns For Sale
Period: 1990s
Period: 1930s
Martin Margiela Artisanal Dress Made From Two Vintage Dresses, fw 2003
Located in London, GB
▪ Archival Margiela Artisanal Dress ▪ Creative Director: Martin Margiela ▪ Fall-Winter 2003 ▪ Sold by One of a Kind Archive ▪ Artisanal (Lin...
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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Jean Paul Gaultier Maxi Padded Trim Dress 1995s
Located in GOUVIEUX, FR
By Jean Paul Gaultier Deep Black Sleeveless Maxi Dress Cuff Collar 1995s. · Oversize padded trim at collar and arms · Tank Top . No transparency . Slip on Size Fits M L Measurem...
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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Giorgio Armani Black Jersey Halter Neck Strap Back Evening Dress
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Giorgio Armani Black Jersey Halter Neck Strap Back Evening Dress. From the late 1990s this amazing dress will keep all eyes on you! Graceful & sexy, simple & elegant it doesn't even ...
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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage F/W 1999 Tube Hoops Mini Dress
Located in London, GB
Vintage Jean Paul Gaultier Fall Winter 1999 tube mini dress. Features tube hoop detailing at the neckline, hemline and cuffs with magnetic pop ...
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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage Calvin Klein Silver Evening Gown
Located in London, GB
A stunning vintage silver evening gown by Calvin Klein. The dress is in a silk and silver textured fabric mix , and has spaghetti straps and a sid...
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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Moschino Couture Dress with Question Mark Collar A/W 1998
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black dress encircled around it's V neckline with an off white question mark with the dot of the question mark dangling cleverly below it. The dress has 3/4 length sleeve...
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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Moschino Couture! Cruise Me Baby Vintage One Shoulder Black Knit Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Simple and chic one shoulder little black dress by Moschino Couture! Details: Unlined Side Zip and Hook Closure Marked Size: I 42/ D 38/ F 38/ GB 10/ US 8 Color: Black Lab...
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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche vintage lace black straight cut wool mini dress
Located in Paris, FR
LOVE LALI Vintage Vintage Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche mini dress 80's/early 90's The dress is a very very dark navy blue. It actually looks black on appearance and I had to confi...
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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Carole Little 90s Ivory Lace Maxi Dress
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Step into classic elegance with the Carole Little 90s Ivory Lace Maxi Dress. This white lace masterpiece features a flattering scoop neck, adding a touch of timeless femininity to it...
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1990s Korean Evening Dresses and Gowns

F/W 1998 Gucci by Tom Ford Semi-Sheer Black Bodycon Dress
Located in Austin, TX
F/W 1998 Gucci by Tom Ford Semi-Sheer Dress L/S Black Bodycon Condition: Excellent Viscose & Spandex Made in Italy Bust: 32"-48", Waist: 26"-43", Hips: 36"-56", Length: 44" SIZE: 4...
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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Thierry Mugler Couture Lambskin Leather Snap Evening Wrap Split Sculptural Dress
Located in PARIS, FR
Thierry Mugler Couture Lambskin Leather Snap Black Evening Wrap Split Sculptural Mini Dress Rare Black leather dress with snap.Black satin lining. SIZE: 38 FR Snap colusure. Very goo...
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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

1994 Moschino Couture Documented 'Heartbreaker' Print Silk Convertible Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An exquisite and ultra rare Moschino Couture black and red silk 'heartbreaker' novelty print silk dress dating back to his documented 1994 spring/summer runway collection. Moschino c...
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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Jean-Paul Gaultier High-Neck Long-Sleeved Dress 1997-1998
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Jean-Paul Gaultier - High-neck long-sleeved dress. 40FR size indicated. 1997/1998 Fall-Winter Collection. Additional information: Condition: Good condition Dimensions: Shoulder widt...
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1990s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage JEAN PAUL GAULTIER 1990s Zipper Mesh Maxi Dress
Located in COLLINGWOOD, AU
Vintage JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Mesh Maxi Dress from the 1990s A true collector's item. In good vintage condition with signs of wear consistent with age and use. Made by FUZZI SPA for ...
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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage Gaston Jaunet Evening Gown
Located in London, GB
A headturning vintage evening gown by French designer Gaston Jaunet. In a deep blue colour , the dress has an interesting neckline with detail on one shoulder, a side zip opening and...
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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Jean Paul Gaultier Jean's Floral Red Black Vampire Vintage 90s Maxi Long Dress
Located in PARIS, FR
Floral maxi dress by Jean Paul Gaultier! Floral print with Gaultier Jean`s writings on it, a Gaultier staple, probably from the 1998 collection! Gaultier Jean`s tab with skulls on th...
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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Jean Paul Gaultier Native Indian Western Sheriff Skeleton Large X-ray Mesh Dress
Located in PARIS, FR
Jean Paul Gaultier mesh dress with the iconic fabulous Indian style print and X-ray skeletons. Signature back tab. The dress is a reflection about the Native Indian and USA history.....
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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Gianni Versace Couture F/W 1992 Black Bondage evening dress
Located in Milano, IT
- ‘Miss S&M’ collection - Sold by Skof.Archive - Designed by Gianni Versace - Bondage style bustier with topstitched leather shoulder straps - Decorative medusa buttons - Gilded b...
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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Blumarine pink dress
Located in Capri, IT
Blumarine pink dress totally made in italy size M
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1990s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Jean Paul Gaultier Psychedelic Net Star Summer Firework Floral Violet XL Dress
Located in PARIS, FR
Psychedelic dress by Jean Paul Gaultier! *JPG by GAULTIER* tab on the back EXCELLENT condition! SIZE XL. Makred size: IT46 / USA12 / FR42 / GB16....
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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Chanel Set Composed of Tied Top and Skirt in Silk Muslin Crepe, 1999
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Set composed of a tied top and a skirt in silk muslin crepe printed with a yellow, pink, and off-white checked pattern. Indicated size 38FR. Cruise 1999 Col...
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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

ALEXANDER McQUEEN c.1999 Vtg Grey Sequin Beaded Lace Embellished Cutout Dress
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN c.1999 Vtg Grey Silver Sequin Beaded Lace Embellished Cutout Dress Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Circa: 1999 Designer: Alexander McQueen Style: Sleeveles...
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1990s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Black Taffeta Off-Shoulder Flamenco Gown with Sequin Peplum - XXS, 1940s
Located in Tucson, AZ
Worn on the shoulder this gown is the epitome of 1940s innocence, but off shoulder it suggests an Andalusian flamenco dress thanks to its 22 ½ foot skirt and sequined ruffles. Access...
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1930s Unknown Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage Silk and Feather Dress
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Organza and feather dress. No size or composition label, it fits a size 42FR. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Shoulde...
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1990s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Spring 1997 GIORGIO ARMANI Runway & Ad Campaign Brown Backless Maxi Dress
Located in Munich, DE
Oh! Jackie is delighted to offer this sensual Giorgio Armani maxi dress from the designer's Spring/Summer 1997 collection. I am so pleased to have found runway and ad campaign documentation of it – Nadja Auermann photographed by Peter Lindbergh wearing the twin of this dress – so that you can see how fabulous it is on an actual body. A white version of the design was sported by Mira Sorvino who attended the Cannes Film Festival 1997 together with Giorgio Armani. Please see the reference pictures after the label shot. The dress is made in Italy from a beautiful chocolate-coloured floral swirl design jacquard rayon fabric and features a V-neck with spaghetti straps and waist-enhancing cut-out detailing to the sides. A daring high center slit allows to show off your legs when you move. On the runway a version of this dress was presented with a pair of semitransparent wide-leg trousers underneath which looks wonderful and is the perfect solution if you would like to have the look less revealing. Center stage definitely occupies the dress's back view with its tiny straps creating a deep V and leaving your entire back bare. Fully lined the design closes with a painted metal and nylon zip on the left side. Two tiny buttons bring the two straps together at the center back. Labelled "Giorgio Armani – A Milano Borgonuovo 21 – Made in Italy" and tagged an Italian vintage size 44. Excellent vintage condition. Appears unworn. Bust: 88 cm – 34.65" Waist: 74 cm – 29.13" Hips: 100 cm – 39.37" Slit Length: 73 cm – 28.74" Length: 147 cm – 57.87" Measurements are taken flat and then doubled for bust, waist and hips. Corresponding Modern Size: M Reference Photos: (1-3 & 5-6) Spring 1997 Giorgio Armani Runway...
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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Nina Ricci dress Haute Couture 1991/1992
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
NINA RICCI - (Made in France) Set composed of a dress and a bolero. The green silk satin bustier dress is embroidered with sequins and silvery and golden thread on the bustier. The l...
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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

rare JUNYA WATANABE 1999 Vintage grey tweed convertible blazer dress look S
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare JUNYA WATANABE 1999 Vintage grey tweed convertible blazer dress look S Reference: CRTI/A00745 Brand: Junya Watanabe Designer: Junya Watanabe Collection: AW 1999 - Runway Materia...
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1990s Japanese Evening Dresses and Gowns

Jean Paul Gaultier 1990s vintage Important lingerie style corset bra black dress
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Vintage Jean Paul Gaultier Iconic lingerie style corset black dress in black cotton and satin with a lace semi sheer bra and metal zipper at front. Size label missing. Our doll wear...
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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Comme Des Garçons S/S 1998 grey silk and poplin raw edge floral gown
Located in Rome, IT
- Comme Des Garçons by Rei Kawakubo - Sold by Gold Palms Vintage - Spring Summer 1998 “Clustering Beauty” collection - Grey silk and cotton maxi dress - Multi-layered standing collar...
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1990s Japanese Evening Dresses and Gowns

Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld Haute Couture Black Silk Evening Dress, fw 1994
Located in London, GB
▪ Archival Chanel Haute Couture Black Silk Evening Dress ▪ Creative Director: Karl Lagerfeld ▪ Haute-Couture, Fall-Winter 1994 ▪ Sold by One of a Kind Archive ▪ Museum Grade ▪ Meticu...
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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Gianni Versace black rayon one shoulder evening dress, 1996
Located in London, GB
▪ Gianni Versace black rayon jersey one-shoulder evening dress ▪ 2 gold-tone medusa coins adorned with crystals ▪ Asymmetric neckline ▪ Boning on bodice ▪ Concealed zip fastening ...
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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Christian Lacroix Evening Gown Corset Haute Couture Numbered Silk Crepe Rare XS
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
This fabulous haute couture evening gown was made by Christian Lacroix, most likely in the early 1980s. Made from what we believe is a fine silk crepe (no content label), this piece ...
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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

S/S 1998 Dolce & Gabbana 'Stromboli' Taupe Mesh Silver Bodycon Boned Gown
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From the Spring/Summer 1998 collection, this dress features a silver satin base and a sheer taupe mesh exterior. The strapless silver inner layer is visible through the mesh, giving ...
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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Louis Feraud dress Haute Couture
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
LOUIS FERAUD - (Made in France) Brown silk taffeta bustier dress sewn with sequins. No size nor composition label, it fits a 36FR/38FR. Haute Couture piece. Condition: Very good con...
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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Angelo Tarlazzi New Silk Maxi Skirt
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful black silk taffeta skirt from Angelo Tarlazzi. It has a grosgrain waistband and vertical panels semi fitted though to the hips then flaring to the hem. The skirt has gr...
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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

1997 JEAN PAUL GAULTIER RUNWAY maxi coat with frog closure & billowing sleeves
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare, black wrap coat with woven Asian motif frog closure and large billowing sleeves designed by Jean Paul Gaultier dating to the late 1997. Beautiful burgundy iridescent fabric at cuffs. Labeled a French size 38. Approximate measurements: shoulder 16", bust 35-36", waist 30", arm length 25-30" and overall length 59". Secures with snap and hidden tie. Fully lined in Jean Paul Gaultier 1997...
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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Red Satin and Rhinestone Button Coat Dress by Victor Costa Neiman Marcus Size 8
Located in Palm Springs, CA
This dress is the most perfect vintage class ic and chic thing to wear for a holiday party. We are a big fan of Victor Costa designs and this beauty was purchased at Neiman Marcus in Beverly Hills by the original owner. The coat dress is done in the style of the 1960s Classics. Think of Babe Paley, or Jackie Onassis, looking very chic in this coat dress.. it was made in the USA in the Dallas show rooms of Victor Costa. please note: only a portion of the designer label remains. It clearly shows that the dress was designed by Victor Costa, but the label is not intact. The dress is so beautifully made. It looks like a dress that cost thousands of dollars with the French buttonholes and French rhinestone...
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1990s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Dolce & Gabbana Early 90s Dress
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Super cute Dolce & Gabbana black mini dress from the early 90s with crystal panels on each sides. The dress is made out of a beautiful velvet and stretchy panels. The shape is body c...
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1990s Evening Dresses and Gowns

early 1990's GIANNI VERSACE black woven grosgrain ribbon strapless dress
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Black woven grosgrain ribbon strapless dress with cut out at left leg designed by Gianni Versace for the Gianni Versace Couture label dating to the early 1990's. Best fits a US 2. Ap...
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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

1998 ATELIER VERSACE couture silk floral mini RUNWAY dress
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Floral, silk-brocade mini dress with side slit from Atelier Versace dating to Fall of 1998 which sadly was Gianni Versace's last runway show. Impeccable detailing. Everything you wou...
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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Dolce&Gabbana Vintage Spring/Summer 1995 Black Crystal Rhinestone Mini Dress
Located in Jersey City, NJ
An iconic piece from Dolce and Gabbana's Spring/Summer 1995 collection, this vintage black mini halterneck dress embodies iconic style. Featuring delicate crystal trim and adjustable...
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1990s Evening Dresses and Gowns

1990s Oscar De La Renta Green velvet Dress
Located in Milano, IT
Beautiful midi length velvet ruffled dress with 3/4 puff sleeves and woven tassels. with boat neckline. Óscar Arístides Renta Fiallo (22 July 1932 – 20 October 2014), known professi...
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1990s North American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Murray Arbeid 1990 Black and Silver Tulle Gown with Shawl - Size 8
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Murray Arbeid 1990 Black and Silver Tulle Gown with boa style shawl - Size 8 This late 1980’s or Early 1990’s gown is made of multi layers of tulle and a Black Point D’Esprit that ha...
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1990s English Evening Dresses and Gowns

Spring 1994 Donna Karan Gown with Robert Lee Morris Silvertone Neckplate
Located in Toronto, Ontario
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...
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1990s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1990's KARL LAGERFELD black dress with sheer neckline and hemline
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Beautiful black dress with sheer net neckline and skirting from Karl Lagerfeld dating to the early 1990's. Labeled a French size 40. Approximate measurements are as follows: Bust 36"...
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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

S/S 1994 Thierry Mugler Runway Black White Accordion Pleat Bodycon Mini Dress
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Manfred Thierry Mugler designed this striking black and white sleeveless mini dress for his Spring/Summer 1994 collection. Debuting in the season's runway presentation on Eva Herzig...
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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

1990's YVES SAINT LAURENT black draped strapless dress with lace
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Jet-black, strapless dress with asymmetrical draping and lace accent designed by Yves Saint Laurent dating to the early 1990's. Labeled a French size 38. Dress best fits a US 2 or sl...
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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Archival 1994 Vivienne Westwood Pinstripe Wool Jacket and High-Low Trained Skirt
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An important, well-documented and highly coveted Vivienne Westwood black pinstripe light weight wool two-piece ensemble dating back to her iconic 1994 'Café Society' spring-summer collection. As shown Susie Cave walked the runway in this sensational skirt! Vivienne Westwood is one of the most influential and recognizable British designers of the past 40 years. She began designing clothes in 1971 with the opening of her first shop, Let It Rock, at 430 King's Road. In 1976, her then lover and business partner, Malcolm McLaren, guaranteed her status among the stars when he dressed the Sex Pistols, the British band he managed, in clothes from the boutique. She was named British Designer of the Year, both in 1990 and 1991. The following December, she was awarded an OBE in recognition of her services to British fashion and in 1998 she won the Queen's Export Award. This ultra chic ensemble from Vivienne Westwood’s sensational 1994 Café Society spring-summer collection is a clever play on traditional male suiting and a perfect example of her genius. Café Society is a retelling of how European history has shaped women's fashion. The central question of this show asked what does a woman free from restriction look like? Although this show is filled with historical fashion references, Westwood subverts them by placing it on a new canvas, a liberated woman. Made from a luxurious light-weight wool, the pinstripe reads masculine yet the cut has an ultra feminine allure. The blazer features a flattering curved petal cut waist and lean, long sleeves. The gold buttons are etched with the iconic Vivienne Westwood logo orb. The matching high-low trained skirt is a statement piece in it's own right. It could be styled with many other pieces like a corset or crop top for a totally different vibe. It is constructed to nip at the waist and cascade down in an incredible high-low waterfall trained hemline. I love how it almost resembles a deflated Victorian bustle...
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1990s English Evening Dresses and Gowns

John Galliano Sharp Wide Shoulder Pads Vintage 90s Large Work Working Dress
Located in PARIS, FR
Elegant dress by John Galliano! Sharp look! With massive shoulder pads! Wide shoulder look! 9-9 buttons at the wrists! LIKE NEW! SIZE Large. Marked size: FR42 / GB14 / D40 / USA 10...
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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Paco Rabanne Vintage 1990’s Silver Mini Dress
Located in London, GB
We are excited to present this iconic vintage Paco Rabanne 1990’s silver mini dress. As seen on Kate Moss. Features silver panelling allover, triangl...
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1990s Spanish Evening Dresses and Gowns

Max Nugus Haute Couture 1990s Size 6 8 Pink Brown Ombre Chiffon Vintage 90s Gown
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous 1990s MAX NUGUS HAUTE COUTURE ombre beaded silk chiffon full length evening dress! Warm colors of pink, peach and brown. Strapless u...
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1990s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1997 COMME DES GARCONS navy blue panelled layered dress
Located in Olhão, PT
Exquisite sheer construction, this navy blue runway dress displays a lovely fur effect trim detailing topped over the fluttering long skirt. Crafted in '97, it features a round neck,...
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1990s Japanese Evening Dresses and Gowns

Roberto Cavalli Napoleon Vintage Renaissance Women Vintage Pants Top Set Dress
Located in PARIS, FR
Napoleon set by Roberto Cavalli! Pants + lace up top! The set a work of art, and is a perfect showcase of Roberto Cavalli's background in art. The set features a very detailed mural...
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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Christian Dior Silk Dress Embroidered with Costume Pearls
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Dior - (Made in France) Silk dress embroidered with costume pearls. Indicated size 42FR. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Chest: 42 cm - Waist: 34 ...
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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Dolce and Gabbana butterfly dress, SS 1998
Located in London, GB
Inbuilt corseted dress from Dolce and Gabbanas iconic 'Stromboli collection' with a butterfly applique. Size: Italian 40. Fits like a XS to S Material: Acetate, Nylon, lycra and co...
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1990s European Evening Dresses and Gowns

Comme Des Garçons Asymmetric Dress in Unlined Wool
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Comme des Garçons - Asymmetrical dress in unlined wool. Marked size S, it fits a 36FR. To note, presence of a small hole in the stitch. Additional information: Condition: Very good ...
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1990s Evening Dresses and Gowns

1930s Antique White Silk Dress With Gold Silk Thread Stripes
Located in London, GB
This sensational 1930s ivory silk gown with gold horizontal stripes absolutely exudes glamour and elegance. The fabric on the bodice is very finely gathered at the centre, creating a...
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1930s Unknown Evening Dresses and Gowns

new 1998 GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE asymmetrical bustier dress - unworn
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Black and white houndstooth dress with asymmetrical mesh bustier designed by Gianni Versace dating to 1998. Similar version seen on Naomi Campbell on the runway. Italian size 42. App...
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1990s Italian 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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