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Evening Dresses and Gowns For Sale
Period: 1980s
Period: Early 2000s
Black and purple jacquard silk draped cocktail dress Ungaro Parallèle Circa 1980
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black and purple jacquard silk draped and pleated. No fabric composition tag but main fabric probably silk jacquard and acetate or rayon lining. Shoulder pad. Boned. Draped on the w...
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1980s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Jean Paul Gaultier Copper Cone Bra Evening Dress and Jacket Ensemble, ss 1987
Located in London, GB
▪ Archival Jean Paul Gaultier Copper Evening Dress and Jacket Ensemble ▪ Spring-Summer 1987 ▪ Sold by One of a Kind Archive ▪ Museum Grade ▪ Figu...
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1980s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

1988 STEPHEN SPROUSE black sequined dress
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare, black sequined dress from Stephen Sprouse dating to spring of 1988. Labeled a US size 8 however this fits a smaller size (US 4-6 however please look a the measurements). ...
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1980s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Tom Ford For Gucci Cut Out Silk Dress S/S 2000
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous iconic black silk jersey dress from Tom Ford for Gucci S/S 2000 collection. It is a simply cut easy to wear dress with a chain neckline onto which the front and back of the dress are gathered. There is a small silver Gucci embossed...
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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Gathered Blouson Gown in Pale Green Charmuese with Scattered Pink Roses
Located in Los Angeles, CA
100% Silk Charmeuse from Frontline Zurich..maker of Hermes scarves. Delightfully animated pink roses scattered throughout the pale green blouson dress. Front self tie belt which can...
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Early 2000s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Paul-Louis Orrier Black Velvet Gown with Pink Silk Flower
Located in New York, NY
Paul-Louis Orrier Black Velvet Gown with Pink Silk Flower. Couture designer Paul-Louis Orrier, who became widely recognized in the 1970s, was celebrated for dressing the boldest and most audacious figures of his time, including Liza Minnelli. This stunning dress...
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1980s Evening Dresses and Gowns

1984 Bob Mackie Documented Runway Fully Beaded Red Silk High-Low Mini Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A truly sensational and highly coveted Bob Mackie couture ruby-red beaded silk high-low waterfall hem mini dress dating back to his iconic 1984 fall/winter documented collection. As shown, this well documented runway micro-mini was also the choice look for Lee Remick in Stephen Sondheim's Follies! Bob Mackie will definitely go down in history as one of the great American designers. He began his career as a Hollywood costuming sketch...
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1980s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1980s BergdorfGoodman Costa Corseted Strapless Quintessential Little Black Dress
Located in Chicago, IL
This timeless quintessential corseted, shirred, ruched and topstitched "little black dress" produced by Victor Costa in the 1980s was made for the high standards of New York's trendsetting Bergdorf Goodman when it was the first U.S. luxury department store to order exclusive special-occasion dresses from this Texas designer and subsequently to give him a namesake in-store boutique. He soon became associated with the feminine glamorous gowns worn by "PYT" (Costa-speak for pretty young things) on the Dallas-based television-series "Dynasty", which idealized a status-conscious Texas woman mostly via fashion. With a strapless curvaceous sweetheart neckline (spared from '80s shoulder pads!), narrow sinuous folds of crepe silk-blend jersey cross diagonally below the decollete, while contrasting vertical ruching defines the seven bones of the invisible corset structure that is fully lined on the interior. Under the bust in front below the empire-like peaked high waist, the fitted tucked underlay of the cocktail dress wraps around the back to end as an overlay in front, where the opening on the left side extends to the bodice like a discreet slit. The freely hanging bias-cut overlay in front is gathered underneath each breast for a forgiving central drape that adds additional curves to make the wearer's torso underneath appear in sleek condition despite a potentially less than ideal figure. The dress closes with a concealed zipper in the center of the back, with exterior hook-and-eye fastening to narrow the waist. There is a second concealed hook-and-eye fastener at the top of the zipper. Although the only remaining tag is the Costa/Bergdorf label, it is a contemporary U.S.-size 8, which will also suit a large-busted size 6 or a svelte size 10. Now 88 years old, Victor Costa (b.1935) became widely known by the 1980s in The States for perfecting affordable luxurious gowns that could be mistaken for one-of-a-kind flamboyant designs by foreign couturiers Christian Lacroix, Arnold Scaasi, Oscar de la Renta or Valentino Garavani. Early on, the avid female sketcher...
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1980s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Galliano Silk Muslin and Silk Long Dress in Pink Tones
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Galliano - Silk muslin and silk long dress in pink tones. No size nor composition label, it fits a 36FR/38FR. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Ches...
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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Roberto Cavalli F/W 2006 Unworn Bustier Sheer Lace Panels Floral Evening Dress
Located in Naples, FL
Roberto Cavalli F/W 2006 Unworn Bustier Sheer Lace Panels Floral Print Evening Dress Gown IT 42
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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Pierre Balmain Maxi Dress Haute Couture
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Balmain - (Made in France) Maxi robe Haute Couture avec traine en organza entièrement soutaché de raphia. Applications de fleurs en soie jaune à feuilles baleinée vertes. Etiquette d...
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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Lillie Rubin Sheer Black Polka Dot and Lace Soft Tulle Gothic Evening Gown SM
Located in North Attleboro, MA
Make an unforgettable entrance wearing this stunning Lillie Rubin sheer black ballgown. The gown has beautiful details. Embellished with a play of textures: gorgeous floral black lace at the bodice, sheer sleeves & neckline and an ethereal black-on-black polka dot, soft tulle floor-length full skirt. This designer evening gown...
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1980s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Printed cocktail dress with gold piping and gold ruffles Versace Jeans Couture
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Printed cocktail dress with gold piping and narrow gold ruffles edge in the bottom of the dress. Main fabric composition: cotton. Lining composition ( only inside the bustier) : ray...
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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Jean-Louis Scherrer Three-Piece Set with Floral Pattern
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Jean-Louis Scherrer - Summer set comprised of a calf-length skirt, a blouse, and a wrap halter top. Indicated sizes: Blouse: 40FR //Top 42FR, but the set fits a size 38FR. Additiona...
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1980s European Evening Dresses and Gowns

Boutique Lucia milano dress
By boutique lucia milano
Located in Capri, IT
Boutique Lucia milano dress
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1980s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Fine and Rare 1986 Antony Price Purple Bird Dress
Located in London, GB
Fine and rare 1986 'bird dress' by legendary British designer Antony Price who created some of the most exclusive and glamourous evening wear of the 1970s and 1980s. The fabric is a ...
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1980s British Evening Dresses and Gowns

Issey Miyake Iconic White Goddess Concept Dress 2003
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a vintage Issey Miyake white "goddess" concept dress from the SS 2003 collection. Made of high-quality materials, this dress features a white...
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Early 2000s Japanese Evening Dresses and Gowns

Black sleeveless cocktail dress with embroideries Emanuel Ungaro Circa 1980's
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black sleeveless cocktail dress with beads and sequins embroideries. No fabric tag composition but main fabric is probably crêpe rayon and lining silk chiffon. Zip in the middle bac...
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1980s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

1980s Escada Gold and Velvet Dress
Located in Miami, FL
Mob Wife dress if there ever was one! 1980s Escada evening dress which is full glam. The top half is draped silk done in a wrap top effect. On the crepe silk of multiple layers th...
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1980s German Evening Dresses and Gowns

2000s Roberto Just Cavalli Size 42 / 10 - 12 Tropical Colorful Belted Silk Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful JUST CAVALLI colorful tropical print sleeveless silk dress ! Features palm prints in vibrant colors of pink, fuchsia, purple, turquoise blue, peach and green throughout. Lo...
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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Backless pink silk chiffon draped evening dress with beaded back GF Ferré
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Backless Pink silk chiffon draped evening dress with beaded back . Invisible zip on the left side and hook&eye behind the neck. No fabric tag but the main fabric is silk chiffon and...
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Early 2000s Unknown Evening Dresses and Gowns

S/S 2001 Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Sheer Maroon Pleat Strapless Mini Dress
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a fabulous strapless burgundy Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche mini dress, designed by Tom Ford. From the Spring/Summer 2001 colle...
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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Chanel 2009 Puff Sleeve Knit Dress
Located in Carmel, CA
Chanel black and cream ribbed dress. Features black tulle and white pleated knit ruched sleeves, bodycon rib knit bodice, round neckline, and CC pearl back zip closure. From the Spri...
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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Chanel Spring 2001 Dress
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Gorgeous Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld two tones pink dress in silk chiffon with ruffles and front slit from Spring Summer 2001 collection as seen on the runway that season. Size on tag...
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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE SS 00 Iconic and Rare Draped Dress
Located in Milano, MILANO
Spring Summer 2000 iconic and rare jungle draped long sleeve dress by Gianni Versace. Deep V-neck. Swarovski buttons. The composition tag is missing, seems to be made of silk.
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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Bill Blass Hot Pink Silk Gown
Located in Carmel, CA
Bill Blass Hot Pink Silk taffeta strapless gown with attached shawl. Vintage from the 1980s. Features back zipper, pleated waist, full skirt and structured strapless bodice with a wr...
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1980s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

A Paco Rabanne Couture Bolero in "Papier Fou" Called - France Circa 1981
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1981 France Iconic quilted Bolero with fins in "Papier Fou" by Paco Rabanne Haute Couture dating from the first edition of 1981. Thi...
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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Martin Margiela Artisanal Evening Dress Made Out Of Vintage Petticoats, ss 2003
Located in London, GB
▪ Archival Margiela Evening Dress ▪ Creative Director: Martin Margiela ▪ Spring-Summer 2003 ▪ Sold by One of a Kind Archive ▪ Museum Grade ▪ Constructed from repurposed vintage pet...
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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

DOLCE & GABBANA SS 06 Rare and Iconic Lace Long Sleeve Dress
Located in Milano, MILANO
Spring Summer 2006 rare and iconic lace long sleeve dress by Dolce & Gabbana. Silk satin trims at sides. Cotton sangallo frills and satin ribbons. Silk lining. Zip at the back. The c...
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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Black jersey with silk chiffon pleated belt cocktail dress Circa 2010
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black cocktail dress, the belt ( attached to the waist) has to be tied in the middle back. Shell: 69% acetate, 23% nylon, 8% spandex. Contrast ( belt) : silk Lining: polyester and ...
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Early 2000s Unknown Evening Dresses and Gowns

F/W 1989 Oscar de la Renta Runway Chartreuse Chiffon Strapless Gown
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a fabulous chartreuse Oscar de la Renta strapless gown. From the Fall/Winter 1989 collection, this dazzling gown debuted o...
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1980s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Oscar de la Renta black silk textured strapless tie corset bustier midi dress
Located in Paris, FR
LOVE LALI Vintage Vintage Oscar de la Renta from 2008 Extremely elegant beautiful black strapless bustier dress with a rolled pleated bust and self tie closure at centre front Drape...
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Early 2000s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

2007 Runway Documented Gucci Black Silk Babydoll Dress
Located in London, GB
Super Gucci spring/summer 2007 but 60s inspired mini dress from Frida Giannini. This is the exact dress which was look eight of the runway show which saw the designer move away, in ...
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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Balenciaga by Nicolas Ghesquière Resort 2009 b&w asymmetric cocktail dress
Located in Milano, IT
- Resort 2009 - Sold by Skof.Archive - Designed by Ghesquière - Black and white all over printed asymmetric cocktail dress - Sleveless - Hidden side zipper closure - Draped asymm...
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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage 80's Bob Mackie Burgundy Fully Beaded Open Back Evening Dress Gown M
Located in Montgomery, TX
Vintage 80's Bob Mackie Fully Beaded Evening Dress Gown Size Label Missing - Please check Measurements Turtleneck evening dress fully beaded in burgundy and red glass beads over the ...
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1980s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

2000s Max Mara Silver Sequin Halter Neck Dress
Located in London, GB
You're sure to turn eyes wearing this Max Mara evening gown, circa 2006-2007, just in time for the holiday and awards season. This showstopper of...
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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Black evening dress with beadwork Torrente
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black evening dress with beadwork. No fabric tag composition but seems to be crêpe. Zip in the middle back and hook&eye. Cut-work. Split in the middle back, lenght= 6 cm SIZE S/ M
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1980s Unknown Evening Dresses and Gowns

Black velvet and lace cocktail dress Loris Azzaro Circa 1980's
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black velvet and lace cocktail dress. See-through lace collar and lace on the side with black jersey lining. Zip in the middle back. SIZE S/ M
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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

F/W 1983 Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Rhinestone Bow Backless Décolleté Gown
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This stunningly sensual black haute couture evening gown was designed by one of the true masters of 20th century couture, Yves Saint Laurent. Designed by YSL for his Fall/Winter 198...
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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Roberto Cavalli S/S 2006 Giraffe Print Silk Gown with 3D Floral Appliqués
Located in BELLEVUE HILL, NSW
Dating to the S/S 2006 collection, this stunning Roberto Cavalli mainline dress is crafted from slinky silk satin in a signed brown & white giraffe print. It features a ruched bodice...
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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

1980s Azzedine Alaia Green Minidress
Located in Paris, FR
1980s Azzedine Alaia green buttoned-up knitted minidress featuring a fitted silhouette, a short length, front button placket, body yokes. 86%wool, 10% poliamide, 4%elastane In good...
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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Red Scribble Print Mix Media Silk Boho Mini Dress - NWT Flora Kung
Located in Boston, MA
Printed silk jersey yoke and sleeves + matching silk chiffon georgette billowy dress. Gentle hi-low skirt and billowy bell sleeves. Lined. FLORA KUNG silk dresses are made in premie...
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Early 2000s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Gold full beaded evening dress entirely hand crafted SCALA NEW
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Gold full beaded ( glass beads ans sequins) evening dress entirely hand crafted. Main fabric : silk. Lining: polyester. Zip in the middle back and hook&eye. Extra beads provided. S...
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Early 2000s Indian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Bob Mackie Chocolate Silk Chiffon Gown (1980s)
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bob Mackie 1980s Brown Silk Chiffon Gown Description Silk Chiffon Gown by Bob Mackie Circa 1980s Iridescent brown Gathered bustier bodice Double spaghetti straps; split to form a t...
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1980s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Murray Arbeid Early 1990’s Black Tulle with Blue and Silver metallic Gown-Size 6
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Murray Arbeid Early 1990’s Black Tulle with blue and silver metallic detail through the Gown - Size 8 This late 1980’s or Early 1990’s gown is made of multi layers of tulle and a Bla...
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1980s European Evening Dresses and Gowns

Genny by Gianni Versace Draped Lurex Velvet Dress
Located in New York, NY
Genny by Versace Draped Lurex Velvet Cocktail Dress from the 1980's. Oversized shoulders and deep plunge accented with a gold lame textile rose. Dress...
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1980s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Chanel Dress with Bare Shoulders and Silk Lining
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Dress with bare shoulders and silk lining. Size 38FR. Spring-Summer 2007 collection. Additional information: Dimensions: Chest: 37 cm, Length: 85 cm Condi...
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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Roberto Cavalli F/W 2007 Copper Metallic Gown
Located in London, GB
We are excited to present this 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....
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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Oscar de La Renta Resort 2008 Black silk appliqué sleeveless dress - Size 6
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Oscar de La Renta Resort 2008 Black silk appliqué sleeveless dress - Size 6 This black silk organza sleeveless dress is embellished in silk floral looking appliqués of different siz...
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Early 2000s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Julien MacDonald Pink Striped Knit Embellished Evening Dress, ss 2002
Located in London, GB
▪ Rare Runway Julien MacDonald Knitted Evening Dress ▪ Spring-Summer 2002 ▪ Sold by One of a Kind Archive ▪ Striped knit composition in pink with clear yarn accents ▪ Adorned with pr...
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Early 2000s English Evening Dresses and Gowns

Valentino Yellow Gown with Back Cut out
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous bright yellow with a touch of green silk maxi dress gown from Valentino. It is sleeveless skimming the body and and has hip level side seam pockets. The dress has a squa...
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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Christian Dior by John Galliano black silk strapless trained gown, fw 2008
Located in London, GB
▪ Christian Dior black silk faille strapless evening gown ▪ Designed by John Galliano ▪ Built-in boned corset with underwired bra ▪ Oversized draped bow ▪ ...
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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Victor Costa Dress with Back Drape
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black taffeta dress from Victor Costa. It has a deep V back with an elaborate double drape layer decorated with black appliqued flowers...
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1980s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

NWT Marc Jacobs 2000s Size 8 Gray Tailored Wool Y2K Vintage Bustle Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic new with tags MARC JACOBS Collection grey tailored bustle dress ! Features a fitted bodice with a ull skirt. Hidden zipper up the back with hook-and-eye closure. Perfect layered...
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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Versace Spring 2004 Teal Silk Chiffon Dress
Located in Hertfordshire, GB
Vintage Versace Spring 2004 - pink print version seen on the runway Teal blue silk chiffon ruched gown. Twist straps, lunge neckline, built in bodysuit, thigh slit on one side. Tie ...
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Early 2000s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Stunning Dolce & Gabbana Lace & Silk Evening Dress Sequin Bowtie Detail 42
Located in Switzerland, CH
A DOLCE & GABBANA classic signature piece that will last you for years Made out of a fantastic material combination mix Silk with stunning lace trimmings Sequin Bowtie detail...
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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Versus by Gianni Versace Early 1990s White cotton dress and crop jacket set
Located in Milano, IT
- Early 1990s - Sold by Skof.Archive - Designed by Gianni Versace - Versus by Gianni Versace - White cotton with red profile jacket and dress set - Medusa zipper front detail on the...
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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Scaasi Black Velvet Ball Gown Vintage 1980s Formal Cold Shoulder Dress XS/S
Located in North Attleboro, MA
This is a dream of a dress, classically elegant with timeless style. Designed by famed couture designer Arnold Scaasi, who dressed many First Ladies as well as Oscar Awards ensembles...
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1980s American 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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