British Evening Dresses and Gowns

Fall 2016 Alexander Mcqueen “1940’s” inspired long sleeve black lace butterfly motif in nude silk lining. slightly puffy shoulder (1940s style) fitted on the waist and flaire on the ...

A swinging London 60's Maxi Dress with a Japonesque nod by the important Bromton Road London Boutique-AnnaCat.. Printed silk fabric from Asher of Liberty in a Japan type pattern. Ne...

1968 floral OSSIE CLARK for QUORUM full length dress with capelet  from the 1968 Ossie Clark - Quorum show at Revolution club, London. Bust - open, High Waist 25", Hip 31", Length f...

A stunning vintage silk evening gown in a vibrant shade of red. The dress has frill cap sleaves, a drop waist and a central back zip. It has a built in petticoat. Measurements, Bust...

This Art Deco inspired printed midi dress was designed in the 1970s by celebrated British designer Jeff Banks although it is unlabelled. The dress was purchased with a large group of...

Circa late 1990s wedding dress tailored from an ivory shot silk blend and made in England by the British label Margaret Lee. The romantic silhouette has a fun 1980s vibe but we are p...

Made in England, this 1970s Berkertex dress is crafted from a lightweight black and white polka-dot cotton gauze. Cut to a long-sleeve, high-neck silhouette, the flippy, pleated ski...

This 1970s chiffon midi-dress is by Rumak, the bohemian London boutique label that emulated the style and certainly the quality of celebrated British designer Thea Porter. An early e...

Very rare, romantic, cream lace dress designed by Barbara Hulanicki for Biba dating to 1969. Made from lace with a delicate floral pattern, this dress features a high stand-up collar...

This fabulous vintage dress was couture crafted in London in the 1960s by English label Roter. It is tailored from turquoise net with an overlay of elaborate, swirling ribbon work la...

This 1960s glorious sunshine-yellow chiffon dress was made by Lee Delman in England; the label retailed in Harrods and sat in the top echelons of British ready to wear during the 195...

A beautiful bodycon stretch sequin and beaded dress from Julien MacDonald. It is fitted through the hips then falls straight to the hem with a slit on one side. The bodice has one strap finer than the other giving a bare shoulder effect on one side. The dress has fine horizontal wedges of lilac and gold sequins highlighted with silver, red and aqua...

All the disco vibes from this Frank Usher dress. Sheer black dress with sleeves. The sheer fabric is covered in glitter leaf design of red and bronze. The dress crosses over almo...

Vintage John Galliano from 1999 collection. Feature a burnt orange colour and a silk fabric, spaghetti straps and cowl neckline, floor length. In excellent vintage condition. As ...

Very rare, tiered dress made of Celia Birtwell printed fabric with leaf motif designed by Ossie Clark dating to 1973. Dress features puff sleeves and an empire waistline with a very ...

Roberto Cavalli black silk corset dress, 2003 Mid-length Short sleeves Adjustable corset detail at front giving an amazing ruched shape 96% silk 4% lycra Good vintage condition — not...

This sensational 1960s structured silk gown in deep coral pink is by celebrated ready to wear designer Frank Usher. This elegant piece features a show-stopping full length train at t...

This mesmerising 1930's midnight blue silk brocade dress with a silver lamé thread accent, is a rare piece to behold The straight cut neckline of the dress is set off by a wonderful single shoulder strap which is elegantly pleated and gathered, draping over the shoulder into a slight sleeve. The wonderful pleats that radiate from the shoulder strap drape into the fitted boned bodice. The cinched in waistline is accented by matching silk pipping. The wonderful drape of the skirt falls from gathered pleats beneath the piped waistband, completing this dress in an iconic 1930's silhouette Label: None Measurements of the Dress Armpit to Armpit: up to 34 inches Shoulder to Hem: 59 inches Waist: up to 26 inches Hips: up to 68 inches Shoulder to Waist: 16 inches Size: UK 8 US 4 Closures: This dress fastens to the side with a 14 inch metal zip and a hook and loop Condition: This dress is in near perfect vintage condition. Some very small scattered holed can be found within the drapes silk of the skirt line, these are not apparent externally and only visible when the dress is looked at from underneath. Some very light colour variation to the silk along the left hand side of the dress, this is light sunlight fading and the silk appears a lighter shade of blue purple in some areas. Very light age marks concealed within the wonderful lamé and brocade drape...

Product Details: 1980s Vintage Black Silk Dress + White Piping Detail - x 6 Black & White Floral Buttons / Front Dress - Structured Collar Detail - 3/4 Length Wide Sleeve Detail - S...

Rare and iconic early 1980s LAURA ASHLEY Batsheva Avant Garde purple, pink and green cotton midi dress! Features the signature Ashley floral print. Great double layer of ruffled slee...

Vivienne Westwood (1941-2022) designed this corset-style hourglass-shaped red velvet evening dress with its outsized double bow and sheer moire faux-underlay while producing her "Dressed To Scale" collection in 1998 with then-decade-long protege Andreas Kronthaler. A design from this collection set a Westwood-clothing auction record at Christie's London when a corseted silk gown fetched over $41,000. This fresh interpretation of the classic Marilyn-Monroe silhouette was dubbed the "MM Corset Dress" for Westwood's semi-couture Gold Label, while it can still be made-to-measure as a bespoke dress (see photo of model wearing version as a white wedding gown...

Early 1980s inspired by the 1950s! This Jean Varon evening dress features ruffles and a front bow detail. Partially lined with rear zip closure. Made in England. The marked size is a...

Gorgeous 90s vintage LORCAN MULLANY for BELLVILLE SASSOON black and nude silk satin mermaid gown! Features a flattering bias cut, with an intricately detailed black French lace back....

This rare vintage 1940's evening dress is really the stuff dresses are made of! A superbly gorgeous design, the dress is very figure flattering and made from rich inky Black, liquid satin that falls and flows so elegantly. It is a sleeveless dress with thin straps, a straight lace trimmed neckline and a full bust, there is ruched detailing at the bust and two bows on either side, this leads on to the fitted nipped in waistline, the skirts are bias cut and fall full from the waist. This is such a gorgeous vintage bombshell dress...

A stunning vintage dress by Laura Ashley. Frome one of her earlier productions, when clothes were still made in Wales. The dress would fit a child or small adult. The dress is in a ...

A fabulous black knit beaded Banff dress from Zacks, an upscale 1960s department store in England. It has a wide scoop neckline and long sheer balloon style sleeves gathering at the...

This crimson red maxi dress is an early design by Singaporean fashion designer, Benny Ong, for London label Perlei’s highly collectable 1970s line Mushroom. Ong’s private clients for...

Laura Ashley was the most famous name on the British High Street from the late 1960s and throughout the 1970s. The textile-founded company made some fantastically playful and excelle...

Stunning vintage 1980s DAVID FIELDEN black silk and tulle sequin Avant Garde evening dress! Features layers and layers of black embroidered tulle on the skirt, with dramatic matching...

Very rare, moss-crepe maxi wrap dress with embroidered stars and moons from Ossie Clark for Radley dating to the 1970's. No size is indicated although this dress best fits a US 2-6. ...

Incredible early 70s "dévoré" silk velvet and gold lame set composed of a short kimono-caftan and a long buttoned maxi skirt. The top is cut wide with sleeves opening down the waist....

Siah Howard is a haute Couture fashion label established in London in 2017. An eveningwear and wedding dress specialist, Howard’s fantastical designs are elaborate, elevated and othe...

A lovely vintage silk dress by Bruce Oldfield Couture. The dress is in a black, white and grey print , with a central back zip and elbow length sleaves with button detail. It is li...

This early 1960s sequin and beaded dress was designed by Boutique by Jo Ro Imports. Crafted to the highest quality, it is tailored from rayon fabric and ...

A fabulous black jersey full length dress gown from legendary British designer Jean Muir. This dress has lots of detail- cut outs at the shoulders, upper and mid back with shoulder d...

A vintage David Butler evening gown , in black crepe with a double layer organza frill. The dress has a v neckline front and back and the frill sits off...

A really great example, this viscose jersey dress is from iconic British designer Jean Muir and was designed during her 1970s heyday. It features a generously cut loose body and full...

No one did cashmere or beading quite like HALSTON! This chic 1970s HALSTON ensemble consists of a long cashmere cardigan and sleeveless cashmere...

This late 1990s to early 2000s Jacques Azagury evening gown is a tailored from romantic nude silk chiffon. It is inspired by antique slip-dresses and features a structured bust which...

This is a very fine example of late 1950s ready to wear evening wear by British designer Norman Young who made high end occasion wear for department stores and specialist boutiques d...

A head turning cocktail dress from the 1950s. The dress has a deep v neckline and backline. with a flared skirt and wonderful velvet flowers and detail on the hem.

A headturning vintage silk gown by Bellville Sassoon. In a bright pink silk , the dress has a v neckline and backline with frill detail and layers. The bodice is boned and the dress...

Product Details: Alexander McQueen Dress - Multi Dogtooth Knit / Burnt Orange + Black - Full Skirt - Sleeveless Label: Alexander McQueen - McQ Size: XS (Fits UK 8 to UK 12) Fabric Co...

Colin Glascoe came to prominence as a British designer during the late 1960s through to the 1970s and designed resort and evening wear in interesting prints, including Liberty design...

A Charming Vintage Pastel Pink Taffeta Cocktail Dress with a polka-dot print by 1980's Label 'Yessica'. Features; Strapless / Fitted waist line / Puff-ball Skirt and Concealed zip up...

Wonderful original Biba pinkish beige mesh maxi dress, featuring a beautiful peacock and floral design, with a V neck. The dress is lined with grey and pink satin to the bodice and ...

This outstanding 1930s lamé evening dress is cut to a classic bias-cut silhouette and has a gentle V-neck and full skirt that swirls around the ankles. The ...

A pretty cocktail dress by London Town , Mayfair. The dress is a colourful mix of pinks ,orange and red. It has drapes at the front and back and ties at t...

A chic cocktail/evening dress by Victor Josselyn. In a pale blue fabric with gold and silver decoration, plus white horizontal braiding, this dress is ...

Extremely rare Documented vintage BOY LONDON 'American Flag' dress! My heart literally skipped three beats when I found this rare beauty! I have never been ...

This exquisite Andrea Wilkin 1970s fantasy bridal gown in soft ivory exudes femininity and is in wonderful condition. Layers of silk fabric are beautifully arranged to create the cla...

Jenny Packham sequin-smothered gown, probably Fall 2007 collection. This striking teal colour was featured extensively on similar runway designs and this was the designer label brie...

This beautiful, highly romantic dress was couture made in the 1930s for a high society event and is British or French made. Gowns of this era are extremely collectable, particularly ...

Sexy vintage late 70s FRANK USHER Of London black chiffon cut-out belted gown! Features cut-outs at bust and a detachable belt. Ribbed silk deep v-neck matches that of the belt. Hidd...

This 1990s Bellville Sassoon floor-length dress is crafted from an amalgamation of beautiful fabrics. The flattering, bias-cut body and skirt are tailored from devoré cloth, showcasing sheer aubergine crepe detailed with velvet patterned with autumnal-hued paisley. The bodice is made from a sheer mesh and is adorned with hundreds of beads in hues picked out from the paisley across the skirt. This beadwork forms a lattice and is finished with swirling paisley shapes that mirror the patterns further down the dress. The bodice has an asymmetric cut with one beaded shoulder and one sleeve tailored from aubergine chiffon and burgundy mesh. The bodice is boned the whole way around, which cinches the waist and flatters the bust; it is lined at the front but at the back remains sheer, meaning that the beads appear to adorn the skin. This is hands down the best Bellville Sassoon design we have ever had in Circa's collection and this whimsical dress is lined with crimson satin to the floor. The label reads “Bellville Sassoon Lorcan Mullany”. Made in England and in excellent vintage condition with no flaws of any note and looks barely worn. It is labelled a UK size 10 or US 6 but sizes vary hugely between vintage brands, so please check our measurements below. There is no composition label and the fabric has no stretch. British couture house Bellville Sassoon was founded in 1953 by Belinda Bellville and provided Parisian style fashion in the heart of London for aristocrats and debutantes. Designer David Sassoon...

Emanuel was the husband and wife team of David and Elizabeth Emanuel. They will be forever known as the designers that created Princess Diana’s Iconic wedding dress...

This 1930s eye-catching gown is crafted from lamé in a slate grey blue with the glittering silver and gold metallic weave revealing a scrolling, botanical and floral theme. The ankle...

A stunning silk velvet couture evening gown by Ulrich Engler. In a wonderful Christmas tree green , the dress has feather detail on the neckline and cuffs - they can be easily detach...

This is a sensational 1920s full-length pink flapper dress. The detail of the fabric is extraordinary, with aztec-style gold and silver woven lamé design would make a memorable choic...

This antique wedding dress dates back to the mid or later part of the 1930s. Tailored from what appears to be a silk jacquard which slowly reveals intricately woven, painterly botan...