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Chanel set Pre-fall 2019
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Golden tweed coat/dress set with golden calfskin collar and sleeve lapels, with blue resin and golden metal beetle buttons. Golden calfskin belt with a resi...
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2010s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Versace SS 2005 Madonna Ad Campaign Backless Silk Dress
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous light yellow stretch silk dress as featured in Versace's notable 2005 ad campaign. It has a shirt collar, fold up elbow length sleeves with functional tabs, 2 chest flap p...
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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

F/W 2001 Gianni Versace by Donatella Runway Champagne Satin Backless Flare Mini
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This champagne satin mini dress from Gianni Versace’s Fall/Winter 2001 collection, designed by Donatella Versace, features a pleated halter neckline and structured bust panels. The b...
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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

NWT F/W 2004 Versace by Donatella Runway Studded Black Wool Pencil Dress
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a fabulous black Versace mini dress, designed by Donatella Versace. From the Fall/Winter 2004 collection, this dress debuted as look 36, modeled by Michelle Alves. This fi...
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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Exotic Bohemian Cotton Print Festival Caftan Gown circa 1970s
Located in University City, MO
Exotic bohemian cotton print festival caftan gown c 1970s The ethnic caftan gown is a collage of intricate floral color block designs in contrasting burgundy, beige and black The...
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1970s Pakistani Evening Dresses and Gowns

Christian Dior by John Galliano Metallic Red and Gold Knit Column Dress, FW 1999
Located in London, GB
This Christian Dior by John Galliano evening dress from the Fall-Winter 1999 collection is constructed in metallic red viscose knit over a metallic gold base, producing a layered, tw...
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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Arnold Scassi Embroidered Lace Silk Strapless Gown 1990s
Located in Water Mill, NY
A stunning gown from Arnonld Scaasi in beautiful black and gold silk cut work & embroidery on a black net background. It is bustier style, strapless wi...
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1990s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

F/W 2001 Chloé by Stella McCartney Blue Silver Metallic Moiré Strapless Dress
Located in West Hollywood, CA
From Chloé’s Fall/Winter 2001 collection by Stella McCartney, this strapless dress is crafted from a moiré-effect metallic fabric that shifts between deep royal blue and silver depen...
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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Unworn Lillie Rubin Metallic Gold Sequin Beaded Fringe Leopard Silk Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Sparkling holographic gold and black sequin and beaded mini dress by Lillie Rubin for Naeem Khan's Riazee Boutique. Black beaded fringe trim and spaghetti straps. Unworn with the ori...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1980s Escada Vintage Black + White Polka Dot Striped Print Strapless Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage 1980s black and white strapless tube dress by Margaretha Ley for Escada with a polka dot and stripe print. Fully lined with rear zip ...
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1980s German Evening Dresses and Gowns

Jean Paul Gaultier Dress With Grommets
Located in Water Mill, NY
A great white cotton dress with some stretch from Jean Paul Gaultier. The bodice has straps crossing front and back and the straight skirt has hip pockets. There are grommets of vary...
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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

John Galliano for Christian Dior Lace up Silk Dress
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black fine silk dress with stretch from Christian Dior. It has a scoop neck front and back with intricate lacing starting at one shoulder crossing the front and back wrap...
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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Moschino Cheap and Chic Black Mesh Bow Knit Dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
Moschino Cheap & Chic 2000s black sleeveless knit dress with cut-out bow shape at chest in black mesh. Back zip. 86% rayon, 9% polyamide, 5% other. Unlined. Made in Hungary. Label...
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Early 2000s Hungarian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Silk chiffon sleeveless cocktail dress with animal print VALENTINO Boutique
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Silk chiffon sleeveless cocktail dress with animal print. Draped on the waist. Zip closure and snap on the left side. SIZE : 8 /M
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1980s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Blue sequin evening dress DONNA KARAN New
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Blue sequin evening dress. Main fabric composition: 96% polyester, 4% spandex. Lining composition: 100% polyester. Zip closure on the middle back+ hook&eye. Silicone strap on the t...
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2010s Chinese Evening Dresses and Gowns

John Galliano for Christian Dior Pink Silk Flower Dress
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful blush pink silk dress with green and bright pink flowers by John Galliano for Christian Dior. It has ruched straps forming a front V, the skirt falls in gentle folds to the hem and there are the signature Dior self covered buttons...
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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Holly Harp Barbie Pink 1970s Silk Angel Sleeve Dress
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful vibrant pink silk mini dress from Holly Harp. It has a crew neckline with a back keyhole and a self covered button above it. The dress is cut straight from the shoulder...
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1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

ROBERTO CAVALLI S/s 2008 Sunset Ombre Ribbon Dress New With Tags
Located in 上海市, Xuhui district
This stunning tie-strap dress features an ombre gradient that flows from warm peach to deep earthy browns, evoking the colors of a sunset. Tagged produced in 2008. All measurement...
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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

ROBERTO CAVALLI S/s 2006 Black beaded embellished Midi Dress New With Tags
Located in 上海市, Xuhui district
This elegant black dress (Tagged prod. 2006) features a sleeveless, body-hugging silhouette with a deep scoop neckline. All measurements taken laid flat - Bust: 17.8 " / 45 cm (but...
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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

1950s L'Aignon Navy Cotton Short-Sleeve Dress with Pleat Detail
Located in London, GB
This navy cotton dress was made by L’Aignon in the 1950s - a very high quality American ready to wear brand sold in some of the best department stores in the US. They regularly adver...
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1950s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Unworn 1970s Teal Traina Vintage Jersey Knit Op Art Maxi Dress with Open Back
Located in Sparks, NV
Slinky and sexy jersey knit maxi dress in a unique red and tan print by Teal Traina in unworn condition with the original tags attached. Unlined with rear zip, button, tie and snap c...
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1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Moschino Photo Print Velvet Dress
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous velvet dress by Moschino in an elaborate print of words and photos in beige, brown, and black. The print is amazingly detailed with photo prints...
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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Moschino Yellow Silk Patchwork Vintage 1920s-Inspired Flapper Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage 1920s-inspired flapper dress by Moschino jeans in patchwork 100% silk. Fully lined with halter neckline and waist tie. Side zip and hook closure. The marked size is I 36/ FR ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

TOM FORD F/W 2015 Runway Copper Sequin & Velvet Panel Gown with Cutouts – IT 38
Located in Woodland Hills, CA
A commanding statement gown for collectors and modern sirens from Tom Ford’s Fall/Winter 2015 collection. Worn on the runway and famously styled on icons like Joan Smalls and Cara De...
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2010s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Elegant Art Deco Silk Velvet Beaded Gown
Located in New York, NY
Austere and Elegant Art Deco Silk Velvet Beaded Gown from the 1930's, retailed by Saks Fifth Ave. NY. Elaborate hand beading at the neck, cuffs and pocket openings. Strong shouldered...
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1930s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Gianni Versace Leather and Lace Dress
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black leather and lace dress by Gianni Versace. It has flower pattern lace cap sleeve semi fitted bodice and around the hem. The le...
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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

GIORGIO ARMANI F/W 2007 Dove Grey Crystal Embellished Beaded Dress
Located in 上海市, Xuhui district
All measurements taken laid flat: - Bust: 16.34" / 41.5cm - Waist: 14.17" / 36cm - Hips: 19.25" / 49cm - Total Length: 38.19" / 97cm Please allow 0.5-1.5 inch difference due to ...
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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

ROBERTO CAVALLI S/s 2005 Snake Print Spaghetti Strap Maxi Dress New With Tags
Located in 上海市, Xuhui district
This striking gown (Tagged prod. 2005 spring) features a bold snake print design that exudes confidence and sophistication. All measurements taken laid flat - Bust: 17.8 " / 45 cm...
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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Alexander McQueen Silk Velvet Skirt AW 1999
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous off white silk burnout devore velvet skirt by Alexander McQueen. It is solid with areas in abstract lines at various angles of smooth semi sheer silk, subtle and stunning....
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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

EMILIO PUCCI light blue black white 2024 IRIDE PRINTED MIDI Dress 42 M
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Emilio Pucci midi dress in light blue, white and black crepe polyester (with 4% elastane) with Iride print. Features a tailored, midi length silhouette, crewneck and l...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Evening Dresses and Gowns

Christian Dior by John Galliano, Autumn/Winter 1998, Silk Brocade Rose Dress
Located in CAPELLE AAN DEN IJSSEL, ZH
This rare Dior dress from John Galliano’s iconic Autumn/Winter 1998 collection is crafted from luxurious pale gold silk brocade with an intricate botanical motif. Designed in Gallian...
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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Prada Multicolored Irridized Plastic Disks Cocktail Dress
Located in Sharon, CT
A similar example was exhibited and illustrated in 'Schiaparelli & Prada Impossible Conversations' MMA 2012.
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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Sophie Sitbon Cage Dress
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black dress from French designer Sophie Sitbon. It is a simple sleeveless crew neck dress with horizontal cut outs across the midriff, upper chest and sides. The back is...
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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Sophie Sitbon Cage Dress
Sophie Sitbon Cage Dress
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Exotic Oyster Silk Embroidered Gown from India for Bonwit Teller c 1970
Located in University City, MO
Exotic oyster silk embroidered gown from India for Bonwit Teller c 1970 The elegant vintage silk gown is embellished with elaborate floral embroidery that circles the hemline The intricate embroidered flowers are accented with small glass beading & sequins. The hand loomed silk gown has three delicate ribbons that dangle from the waist with colors that echo the floral embroidered hemline The short sleeves have pleated detail that runs down the bodice. The pleated bodice is designed with 12 matching silk covered decorative stationary buttons The elegant silk gown zippers up the back & is lined with white satin acetate. Labeled Bonwit Teller Sabina of India...
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1970s Indian Evening Dresses and Gowns

THIERRY MUGLER F/w 1999 Blue Lining High Slit Noir Gown
Located in 上海市, Xuhui district
This minimalist black gown from THIERRY MUGLER Fall winter 1999 collection features a slim-fit silhouette with a scoop neckline and delicate spaghetti straps. The design is enhanced ...
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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Christian Dior by John Galliano Rare Spring Summer 2004 Floral & Lace Dress
Located in Berlin, BE
Christian Dior by John Galliano Spring Summer 2004 rare floral and lace inset bodycon dress Brand: Christian Dior Designer: John Galliano Collection: Spring Summer 2004 Fabric: Viscose 83%, Silk 77%, Polyester 17%, Elastane 23% Color: Black with pink and green floral details Size: FR36 This rare Galliano for Christian Dior dress is made from a figure hugging stretch viscose. It features features a V neckline which is mirrored at at the back of the dress. Floral silk and eyelash lace insets form inverted V shapes at the front that turn into V shapes at the back add unique details to this special piece. So flattering and feminine. The hem is constructed from four separate fabrics creating beautiful textured details. Such a rare and unique piece, which is made of the highest quality. Size Information: Marked FR36 Measured un-stretched and flat: Shoulders open Bust 38cm Waist 35.5cm Hips 39 cm Total length Approx 125cm Please note this Christian Dior by Galliano dress...
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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Oscar de la Renta Emerald Green Gown XS
Located in Amsterdam, NL
OSCAR DE LA RENTE Red carpet gown We offer more exclusive fashion & fur items, view our frontstore. Details: Back zipper wiith 2 closing buttons at the collar at the back One pi...
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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

New Badgley Mischka New Couture Silk Cocktail Dress Sz 8
Located in Ashburn, VA
Badgley Mischka Dress Brand New with Tags Size 8 Soft Silk Dress with a printed abstract flower pattern Poncho style top and black silk layer beneath Black Silk tunnel tie at front ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses and Gowns

Backless printed dress with animal print and pleated CACHÉ
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Backless printed dress with animal print and pleated. Main fabric and lining in polyester. The shoulder strap are twisted on the top middle back. Thin padded bra. Invisible zip and h...
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2010s Unknown Evening Dresses and Gowns

Versace S/S 2006 Runway Unworn Bustier Bra Midi Dress
Located in Naples, FL
Versace S/S 2006 Runway Unworn Bustier Bra Midi Dress IT 38 Look 38 from the Spring 2006 Collection.
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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Christian Dior by John Galliano SS 1999 Fortuny Pleats & Beaded Trim Silk Set
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Stunning! Christian Dior by John Galliano Spring/Summer 1999 – A rare and important collector’s ensemble inspired by Mariano Fortuny. Crafted from 100% silk with signature Fortuny pl...
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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Thierry Mugler Spring Summer 1999 Runway Sheer Chiffon Gown
Located in Berlin, BE
Thierry Mugler Spring Summer 1999 Runway Sheer Chiffon Gown Brand: Thierry Mugler Designer: Thierry Mugler Collection / year: Spring / Summer 1999 Material: Chiffon / Satin Color: B...
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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

1960s Helga Vintage Cocktail Dress
Located in Sparks, NV
Absolutely stunning 1960s vintage silk satin cocktail dress by Helga. Metallic brocade paisley design over gray silk animal print. Nipped waist with bow detail. Stunning construction...
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1960s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage 1950's Strapless Cream Satin Frank Starr Ted Short Evening Gown UK 6-8
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This truly majestic 1950's Frank Starr for Ted Shore gown, rendered in a beautiful cream satin and embellished with pale grey soutache embroidery and grey toned glass beadwork in a t...
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1950s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Gucci Magazine Cover Swarovski Crystal and Bead Embellished Silk Dress SS 2010
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous silk dress in shades of grey from Gucci in a version worn on numerous covers including by Jennifer Lopez and Pink. It is a semi fitted dress covered in front with an elabo...
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2010s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

1980s Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Vintage Quilted Metallic Gold Pencil Skirt
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage 1980s metallic gold quilted pencil skirt by Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche. Fully lined with side zip and hook closure and pockets. The marked size is 38, and the skirt fits ...
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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Norma Kamali red parachute evening set
Located in Austin, TX
NORMA KAMALI red parachute set top: 25" bust, 21" waist size XS skirt : 30.5" waist, 48.5" hips, 28.75" length size S size S ( mannequin is US size 6 )
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Early 2000s Unknown Evening Dresses and Gowns

Dolce & Gabbana Strapless Silk Dress
Located in Water Mill, NY
A stunning fine silk leopard print bustier dress from Dolce and Gabbana. Ruching emanating from the center front creates a flattering cinched waist, in contrast the back is unadorned...
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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage 1930s 30s Sheer Lace Wedding Maxi Dress with Matching Bolero Jacket
Located in Sparks, NV
Vintage 1930's ivory lace maxi dress with a matching bolero jacket and side snap closure. A perfect vintage wedding dress! DETAILS: Unlin...
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1930s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

GUCCI By Tom Ford S/s 2004 Black Strapless Crystal Snake Dress NWT
Located in 上海市, Xuhui district
This is a dramatic and glamorous strapless cocktail dress that exudes bold elegance. The dress features a fitted bodice with an asymmetrical design, crafted from black ruched fabric ...
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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Carolina Herrera New Silk Print Maxi Dress Gown
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous full length silk dress from Carolina Herrera in white with an orange, yellow and green square geometric print. The dress is semi fitted skimming the body with long full sleeves gathering at the wrists and a standup collar. It buttons up the front with matching orange mother of pearl buttons. The body of the dress is opaque silk to above the knees then matching semi sheer silk through the flaring to the skirt's hem which is longer in the back. Along the front, back, sleeves, and skirt are vertical...
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2010s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Gianni Versace Lace up Halter Dress
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous bodycon dress in black silk eyelet by Gianni Versace Couture. It has a plunging neckline with lacing and straps crossing at the upper back. The dress has flattering seam...
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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

1950s 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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1950s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Nina Ricci bustier dress Haute Couture
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
NINA RICCI - (Made in France) Gray ottoman bustier dress, corset-like bustier embroidered with pearls. Composition and size labels missing, it fits a 36FR. 1996-1997 Fall-Winter Haut...
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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Valentino Silk Dress with Cut out Waist S/S 2005
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous flower print silk dress from Valentino in pink, orange, off white, gold and brown. It is sleeveless with a plunging neckline front and back, cut outs at the waist and a f...
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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

F/W 2001 Valentino Garavani Runway Satin Black Panther Sheer Rhinestone Gown
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This black one-shoulder gown from Valentino Garavani’s Fall/Winter 2001 collection features sheer panels with satin panthers, finished with rhinestone eyes. The panthers form a moder...
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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Dolce & Gabbana Gold Lame Ruched Midi Cocktail Dress
Located in San Francisco, CA
Dolce and Gabbana metallic ruched cocktail dress in a bronzy gold with black straps. Back zip and hook and loop closure. 46% polyamide, 32% polyester, 12% elastane, 10% silk. Made ...
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2010s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

NWT St John Evening Size 6 Y2K Black Sequin Knit Vintage 2000s Halter Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Brand new with tags early 2000s ST. JOHN EVENING black knit sequin halter dress ! Features a soft black knit that offers plenty of stretch. Black satin ribbon ties in the back. Hidde...
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Early 2000s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Red beaded evening dress with see-through tulle Gai Mattiolo The Red Carpet
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Red beaded and passementerie evening dress with see-through tulle on the side. Fabric composition : polyester. Padded bra. Shoulder pad. Invisible zip closure on the middle back + ...
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2010s Unknown Evening Dresses and Gowns

BALENCIAGA Museum Re-edition 1960s Champagne Silk Strapless Draped Gown
Located in 上海市, Xuhui district
About Balenciaga Edition: The "Balenciaga Edition" refers to a special line of garments and accessories that Balenciaga introduced in 2012. This line reinterprets iconic designs fro...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown 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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