Evening Dresses and Gowns

Extremely elegant, evening gown designed by Cecil Beaton. This new/old stock gown retains its original tag from the famous "28 Shop" in Chicago's flagship Marshall Field store. It re...

Jean Patou Haute Couture dress in guipure, satin and tulle. No label of composition or size, it fits a size 36FR. Haute Couture Collection Spr...

The French fashion house which dates back to the 1940s, has been providing customers all over the world with some of the most beautiful garments, whether it's a ready-to-wear dress f...

A headturning lady in red, vintage gown by Kati, Laura Phillips. The dress has a v neckline, short angel sleaves and a central back zip. It is fully lined. Old size 12. Measurement...

Yellow silk and lurex jacquard evening dress with embellished belt with silver lurex small balls ( apparently blueberries) embellishements. Snap and hook and eye on both side. Top p...

Printed cocktail dress in silver and gold brocade with pearl button and lurex passementerie in the middle front. Silk lining. SIZE 38/40 (Fr) M/L

This exceptional 1950s Mollie Parnis black wool evening dress with pleated ribbon inserts is a superb example of the glamorous lines and exquisite design features synonymous with its designer. An iconic favourite for a number of figurative members of American society during the 50s, 60s and 70s, Parnis famously dressed First Ladies namely Mrs.Eisenhower, Lady Bird Johnson, Pat Nixon, Betty Ford and Rosalynn Carter...

Iconic silk jersey draped and pleated handmade evening dress. The pleats and drapes are hand-made stitch on a jersey base lining ( from the shoulders until the hips) Longer in the ba...

Andre Courreges Couture Pop Maxi Gown of vibrant orange wool with sheer floral inserts at neckline with sequin centers. Clean lined silhouette with slight A lined flare at hem. Desig...

A beauty to behold, this original 1930's satin dress rendered in the most sumptuous shade of amber satin, is the perfect statement piece for your special occasion wardrobe. The rou...

A jewel of Art Deco design in an unheard-of larger size, this beautiful dress exudes machine-age minimalism and geometry. Its richly-adorned notched V neckline is outlined with a starburst of seed beads, dimensional bead clusters and rhinestones for an anything-but-basic little black dress. Midi-length cocktail dress with dolman bodice and padded shoulder cap sleeves; notched V neckline outlined at front with Art Deco starburst motif seed beads, pearls and rhinestones. Left side metal zipper closure; string belt...

A most gorgeous vintage early 1960s cocktail dress by Kitty Copeland. Made from a heavy copper / gold satin fabric and fully lined with the original lining. It is a sleeveless dres...

A stunning vintage couture gown and jacket by the famous Italian designer Irene Galitzine. The gown is strapless in a vibrant green colour with bo...

This princess worthy white silk chiffon evening dress is truly magical with its beaded bodice and flowing full skirt. This 1960's dress has a v neckline and shimmering silver beads a...

This is a brilliant example of Ceil Chapman's early work from the late 1940s to early 1950s and the black taffeta silk design is exquisite. Its the first thing you notice about this dress which has the most unusual construction. The skirt's textured element from a distance looks like a floral design but its actually a large number of circular pleated stitched designs. The way the fabric is pulled and stitched creates an almost 3D effect. We have never seen this work before but it would have taken a very skilled seamstress and an incredible amount of time to do it. The dress style is a classic shirtwaister design with three taffeta covered buttons to fasten the bodice which is beautifully shaped and Princess seamed. The sleeves are three quarter length and feature a folded cuff...

1950S Off White Rayon & Silk Lace Chiffon Fitted Little Cocktail Dress

Since 1937, Hermès has called upon artists to create art on silk for their scarves, shirts and other signature pieces. The print for this elegant dress was conceived by the French a...

Truly a unique dress by the ever so talented Pierre Cardin. Dating back to the 1960s, this piece is thoughtfully designed with a beautiful black velvet bodice accompanied by a black ...

A magnificent Bonwit Teller & Co couture black lace bias-cut gown from the 1930's 'Old Hollywood' era of glamour. The fabric itself is a masterpiece; French floral motif black scalloped lace that has been draped to perfection. We added many pictures of the lace so you can see how beautiful it is. Definitely looks like a dress that inspired John Galliano while he was at Christian Dior. The bodice has the prettiest velvet floral appliqué straps and built-in sash waist. The bias-cut skirting is added in pointed inset seamed pieces typical of the time period and insanely hard to do with sheer lace. This figure flattering garment accentuates the bust, skims the hip and falls to the floor effortlessly. It is impeccably seamed and on the level of modern day couture. Here is a gown with attitude and elegance. Measurements Bust: 30-32 inches Waist: 24-26 inches Hips: up to 36 inches Total Length: 60 inches This rare 1930's Bonwit Teller Couture lace gown...

An incredibly chic and ultra rare Helen Rose couture vibrant orange semi-sheer silk chiffon hourglass gown ensemble dating back to the mid 1960's. H...

Circa 1935-1942 France or Europe Long evening dress in cream salmon Caudry lace dating from the late 1930s or early 1940s. Loose, straight cut, V-neck, gathered at the shoulders and...

An important and absolutely magnificent Emilio Schuberth Italian couture ocean aquatic motif ivory satin gown dating back to 1951. A Met Gala worthy l...

Beautiful 1950s House of Nine demi couture black silk chiffon bombshell halter dress ! Tailored bodice with three strands of rhinestones under the bust that leads into the back. Full...

A wonderful black lace evening dress , dating from the 1930s. The dress would be ideal for a party or dancing. It has black ribbon straps. Measurements; Bust up to 38''. length 36''

Burgundy satin and tulle evening gown with cut-work. Biais. Tulle edge on the neckline and armpit. SIZE L

Mid-1960's Pierre Balmain haute couture No.155782 gown with a high waist and featuring a brown gathered jersey bodice, a claret colored velvet waistband and an ivory ziberline A-line...

Rare 1960s PIERRE CARDIN black and red Space Age shift dress ! While the Cardin label is missing, the store tag from Barcelona still remains. Lightweight wool fabric. Circles cut aro...

An absolutely stunning and ultra rare Ceil Chapman designer vibrant pink silk-chiffon floral appliqué dress dating back to the late 1950's. Tot...

1940s Marge Riley Hand Embroidered Western Suit

This is a simply perfect hot pink classic late 1960’s vintage sleeveless tweed dress with a beautiful double hemline. This Lanz Original dress has pretty fringe, a 20” back zipper an...

This unusual mid-century lingerie-style black semi-transparent mini dress that conjures a historic pinup-girl like Bettie Page is suitable as a cocktail dress as part of an evening ensemble. It was probably meant by its New York designer to be paired with slim cropped pants, which became popular in The States after worn by Hollywood-movie actresses Audrey Hepburn and Marilyn Monroe. The A-line dress was most likely made by the former ready-to-wear fashion company following the revolutionary debut by French Christian Dior of his couture cinched-waist-voluminous-skirt "New Look" collection, whereafter German Sonja de Lennart introduced "Capris" in 1949, and American Hugh Hefner launched Playboy magazine in 1953. The complex hourglass-shaped garment features a double v-neck four-seamed ruched lined bodice in a crepe silky woven fabric. Its defined gathered bust extends from the chest seams at two angles to form short dolman sleeves only in the front, while there are arm seams in back. The gathered see-through black faux-lace organza flared skirt reveals a black velvet-textured scalloped floral pattern with a net underlayer. With beige lining, the self-trim band at the waist enables the folded scalloped-lace pattern to continue to stand out on the opaque black torso. The edges of the peplum and sleeves are further cut in a scallop shape to resemble more delicate eyelash-lace trim. The brand label of the obsolete line is the only interior tag that remains. Camouflaging the midsection, the flattering dress will best suit a U.S.-size 6. It can also be worn by larger sizes with a relatively slim waist and small or large bust as there is no restriction at the hips or wide armholes. At the waistline, a hook and looped cord fasten over the bypass zipper to better conceal it. Notably, the steel-tab-and-teeth zipper is an original U.S-made Murlen model, which was used in new clothes from the 1940s to 1960s and helps to date the mid-century dress.

A gorgeous black silk 1940's maxi dress with an interesting interplay of demure and sexy. It has a small peter pan collar and puff short sleeves. The bodice is semi fitted- plain in...

1950s Royal blue taffeta ball gown featuring a sweetheart neckline layered on a pleated tulle modesty panel and adorned with rhinestone flowers appliqués. The full length skirt is hi...

Gorgeous vintage 60s JACKY BRYAN ivory and white full length dress. Features a hand crochet lace bodice, which is adorned with hundreds of dangling white beads on the front and back....

Circa 1965-1969 Magnificent evening gown and cape in yellow Guipure lace, model named Alizée by Jacques Heim Haute Couture. High-waisted sheath dress with large plunging neckline an...

Jean Patou Haute Couture (Ribbon 98734) - Silk chiffon dress trimmed with lurex and a butterfly pattern. No composition or size tag, it fits a...

Vintage 1930's ivory lace maxi dress with a matching bolero jacket and side snap closure. A perfect vintage wedding dress! DETAILS: Unlin...

An absolutely magnificent and ultra rare Emilio Schuberth custom couture black and ivory heavily embroidered tiered ballerina-length satin dress datin...

A great little black silk dress from famed American designer Donald Brooks. I has a scoop neckline front and back and straps adorned with 2 gold metal rectangles on the front and ba...

An exceptionally beautiful, museum worthy Pauline Trigère designer dress dating back to the early 1950's. These early examples of her work are hard to come by. During this time period, Pauline Trigère's name was part of the glamorous excess in Hollywood fashion. Her exquisite tailoring and feminine fitting clothing were highly desired by the wealthy and famous. Trigère designs commanded some of the highest prices...

Balmain Haute Couture - Set comprised of a dress and a bolero, composed of pink silk covered with an openwork black fabric. No composition or siz...

Circa 1935/1940 France Elegant day dress in wine-red or burgundy silk crepe from the late 1930s. Loose dress with round collar and matching mechanical lac...

Jeanne Lanvin By Castillo - Yellow lace dress with a yellow silk belt. Circa 1950s. No composition or size tag, it fits a size 36FR. Additio...

This is the little black dress by one of the most revered fashion houses of all time and during Marc Bohan's time as head designer. He took over as creative director from Yves Saint...

Jean Patou- Taffeta dress with a top embroidered with sequins, beads and chips. No composition or size tag, it fits a size 38FR. Additional information: Dimensions: Bust: 44 cm (17...

Stunning vintage 1960s sleeveless fluted gown and coat set set in cream and pale gold brocade. Gown has a beautiful fit and flare shape with a deep scoop back and beading at neck. Li...

Early 1960's Pierre Balmain No. 158143 haute couture silk organza floral print gown with multi-layered ruffle trim at the neckline and hem. There a double layer of silk lining at the...

Corail silk chiffon evening dress with cape and beadwork . Givenchy Reproduction made by Adrienne. Zip and split on the left side ( split lengh...

Vintage Brocade Coat or Coat Dress by James Galanos for Amelia Gray Boutique Beverly Hills, likely made in the late 60s. Made from an Incredible tapestry brocade in shades of pale ...

A fabulous Mod 1960s Mr. Blackwell neon yellow wide A-line swing dress: yarn-embroidered tulle layed over crepe under-dress.

Balenciaga 1960s Black Chiffon and Lace Babydoll Dress Description Chiffon and Lace Babydoll Dress by Cristobal Balenciaga 1960s Haute Couture original; vintage Black/Nude Spanis...

A balance of masculine and feminine, this frothy party dress pairs tuxedo references like bib pleating and a wide cummerbund with an undeniably ladylike silhouette complete with a 25...

Stunning 1950s vintage lipstick red DEMI COUTURE silk brocade dress! Floral brocade throughout with a wonderful chiffon overlay skirt. Mostly hand sewn. ...

30's black silk dress topped with a top fully embroidered with gold sequins. No composition label or size listed, it fits a 38FR. Additional information: Dimensions: Chest: 40 cm, ...

Stunning 1950s FRED PERLBERG white and Robin’s egg blue rhinestone encrusted strapless gown ! Boned bodice. Hundreds of rhinestones really make this dress sparkle. Features layers of...

1960s Teal Traina ivory/champagne color silk V neck A line cocktail dress with rosette appliqué. Perfect for engagement party or wedding. Size: Medium Measurement: Bust 38”/ Waist ...

EMILIO PUCCI c.1960's "Colletti" Print Multicolor Square Sleeveless Shift Dress Circa: 1960’s Label(s): Emilio Pucci; Exclusively for Saks Fifth Avenue Designer: Emilio Pucci Style...

We are in love with this dress from the 1930s which is obviously Lanvin inspired however it is quite similar to today's Gucci don't you think? The net of the dress is in near flawles...