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Evening Dresses and Gowns For Sale
Color:  Beige
1970s Frank Usher Cream Lace Dress With Bolero
By Frank Usher, Frank Usher Group
Located in London, GB
This charming 1970s ivory lace dress with matching bolero is by popular British designer Frank Usher and is in wonderful vintage condition with some exquisite design features. The dr...
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1970s British Evening Dresses and Gowns

Iconic Alexander McQueen AW 2008 Pure Silk Corset Dress God Save The Queen
Located in Berlin, BE
Amazing original Alexander McQueen dress : GOD SAVE THE QUEEN from the collection Girl Who Lived In A Tree, aw 2008 Pure Silk Corset Dress, Wearable Art. The construction, design and fabric are stunning! The dress is made of 100% purre Silk and 100% pure Silk lining. The corset bodice is boned and has an additional zipper to provide a perfect fit. I love the print - the Union Jack colours and the abstract face of Queen Elizabeth seem to form the iconic archetype for McQueen's Œuvre. This dress is an extraordinairy collectors' piece and represents everything Alexander McQueen stands for: Haute Couture, Wearable Art, Uniquness, Provocation, Zeitgeist. Very similar dress has been worn on the famous Runway show. McQueen's 2008collection Girl Who Lived in the Tree centred on a fairytale narrative devised by McQueen...
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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Lanvin Alber Elbaz Resort 2012 Gold & Silver Gown
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Moroccan-born designer Alber Elbaz is remembered as much for his love of people as he is for his astounding talent and creative philosophy. Credited with revitalizing the French fashion house of Lanvin where he served as creative director for fourteen years, he preferred to think of himself as a storyteller, working with “intuition, instinct, and joy.” Widely beloved and admired, the soft-spoken Elbaz lamented in an interview for Vogue how technology was changing the face of fashion, with the emphasis shifting from how designs felt in person to how they appeared on a screen. Referring to himself as “just Alber” the designer explained that one of his intentions with fashion was “to elevate people, to make them dream." The beauty of his legacy lies not only in the remarkable garments he designed but also in the spirit of them, his work conveying a certain depth of feeling that often shines through the wearer, emphasizing his belief that “the real Haute Couture is when you work with a person.” As seen as look #6 on that season’s runway, this beautiful gown from his 2012 Lanvin Resort Collection speaks for itself. Done in metallic lame silk featuring artfully arranged patterns of silver, gold, and deep purple stripes, this billowy dress is glamorous and comfortable at once. The bodice is introduced with thin gold spaghetti straps and a straight neckline, creating a languid chic effect that continues throughout and is complemented by two concealed side pockets. The oversized, elastic-fitted waist flows into a magnificently draped, supermodel-length long skirt that cascades past the ankles and moves beautifully with the wearer. Size estimate: SML Size: 36 FR Measurements: Bust: 34 inches Waist: elastic stretches to 30 inches Hips: Full Length: 67 inches long This incredible gown exudes a seductive goddess glam chic that is further enhanced by its dramatic length, volume, and glimmering lame thread, giving the eye something new to appreciate at each angle. The beauty of this dress lies in its simplicity, the classic silhouette and open décolletage proving the perfect medium to deliver an unforgettable dress that can easily be worn to a museum gala or beach wedding...
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2010s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Rare Dolce e Gabbana Floreal Set S/S 1997
Located in Venezia, IT
Rare Dolce e Gabbana Floreal Set Dress + top S/S 1997 - NO RETURNS
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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

SS 1998 Dior by John Galliano Jacquard Gown
Located in Prague, CZ
A classic bias-cut dress from the best Galliano years at Dior in a beautiful soft buttercream yellow jacquard. Size FR 42, US 10. Measurements (flat lay on one side): Armpit to ar...
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1990s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Byblos Cocktail dress size 42
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
2008 Origami collection Silk plissé Fantastic draperies construction Ivory color Total lenght (shoulder/hem) cm 100 (39.3 inches)
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2010s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Leonard Paris Silk Floral Floral Print Open Square-Back Maxi Dress, 1970s
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Known for their unique, feminine prints and exotic designs, Leonard Paris is a staple when it comes to comfortable yet elegant designs. In a sense, every Leonard dress is a canvas on which beautiful artwork can be displayed and worn. This early 1970s dress...
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1970s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

French Art Deco Couture Ivory Wool and Silk Floral Flapper Coat, 1920s
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The Roaring Twenties was a period of seismic change in women’s fashion. French designers like Coco Chanel, Jean Patou and Jeanne Lanvin introduced revolutionary silhouettes that broke from the corseted ones of the past. The flapper coat was among these styles, and this one made in France during that time is an exquisite reminder of the beauty that was part of the historical shift. The jacket is tailored from gorgeous ivory wool, with a plain weave that takes on unbelievably rich texture when combined with thin and thick strands—including shiny silk ones that form stripes down its length. Along the cuffs and hem, the weave blooms into stylized Art Deco flowers in lovely shades of red, orange, pink, coral, light blue, green, brown and black. Skipped stitches at their centers make for a finely handcrafted peekaboo detail. Trimmed in faux sheepskin fur, this coat is meant to look cozy, with a wrap front that closes with a button most likely made of Bakelite. Wear it with similar pieces to channel the era or mix and match it with modern ones for a truly one-of-a-kind ensemble. Size estimate: XS/S Measurements: Shoulders: 15.5 inches Sleeves: 21 inches Bust: Up to 40 inches Waist: 28 inches (Please note the button can easily be moved over within up to 8 inches to make the coat larger by the waist and hips.) Hips: 37 inches Length: 40 inches This antique flapper...
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1920s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage 1940s Ivory Crepe Dress
Located in London, GB
A chic vintage crepe dress dating from the 1940s. The dress has a v neckline , short sleaves and pleats. There is sequin detail at waist leval front and...
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1940s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Maria Lucia Hohan silver lurex off the shoulder midi maxi body con dress FR 34
Located in Paris, FR
LOVE LALI Vintage Maria Lucia Hohan Off the shoulder stretch fitted dress in silver with silver lurex flecked thread throughout Ribbed Tight wiggle fit Slight draping to the waist...
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2010s Romanian Evening Dresses and Gowns

S/S 2003 Roberto Cavalli Floral Abstract Watercolor Viscose Stretch Charm Dress
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a stunning cream and multicolor floral Roberto Cavalli dress. From the Spring/Summer 2003 collection, this off-the-shoulder dress features a v-neckline, flared skirt, and ...
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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Elegant Moroccan Caftan with Silver Metallic Floral Silk Brocade
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Stunning and elegant Moroccan caftan with silver metallic Moorish floral Dupioni silk brocade. Lavishly embroidered on a beautiful woven Dupioni silk.The flowers are embroidered in m...
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20th Century Moroccan Evening Dresses and Gowns

1970s Vintage Yellow Cotton Voile + Lace Off - Shoulder Peasant Boho Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Breathtakingly beautiful 70s pale yellow soft cotton voile and lace maxi dress! Features an incredible amount of craftsmanship, with heavy attention to detail. Gives off just the rig...
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1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Halston Silk Chiffon Jersey Grecian Goddess Dress
Located in New York, NY
Halston's iconic ivory cream fine silk jersey two piece Grecian goddess dress. The separate strapless boned bustier bodice of ruched and pleated chiffon ...
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1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Yellow guipure lace evening dress Valentino ( without brand tag)
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Yellow guipure lace evening dress. Zip on the left side. Silk chiffon lining. SIZE L
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2010s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

UNWORN Emilio Pucci Silk Jersey Fan Signature Print Cocktail Dress 40
Located in Switzerland, CH
A stunning dress by Emilio Pucci. The striking print and style of this dress echoes the Twenties and its art deco style movement and has been brought up...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Circa 1900's Wedding dress in Irish crochet and tull on the top of a silk dress
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Wedding dress in Irish crochet on the top of a silk dress. The silk dress has ruffles on the edge and it's longer than the crochet one. Asymmetrical opening. Waist band and boned S...
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Early 1900s European Evening Dresses and Gowns

A Jean Patou Couture Mini Dress by Christian Lacroix Show 1986
Located in Toulon, FR
Collection  Spring Summer 1986 France Haute Couture Mini-dress in embroidered beige silk for show from the designer house Jean Patou by Christian...
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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage Laura Lee Blue and White Gown
Located in London, GB
A pretty vintage gown by Laura Lee. In blue and white with smocking detail , the dress has a wonderful print , and is fully lined. Bust 37'', length 47''
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1970s British Evening Dresses and Gowns

Beige and off-white jersey drape cocktail dress with jewelry safety pin Lanvin
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Beige and off-white jersey drape cocktail dress with jewelry safety pin. One fabric: 100% polyester. SECOND FABRIC: 75% ACETATE, 20% polyamide, 5% elastane. Rhinestone safety pin...
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2010s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

DOLCE & GABBANA red & white silk ROSE FLORAL HALF SLEEVE SHEATH Dress 42 M
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Dolce & Gabbana rose print sheath dress in multi-color silk (92%) and elastane (8%) with a round neck. Closes on the back with a concealed zipper. Lined in silk (97%) ...
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2010s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Azzedine Alaia S/S 1992 Vintage Cold-Shoulder Striped Bodycon Mini Dress
Located in Naples, FL
Azzedine Alaia S/S 1992 Vintage Cold-Shoulder Striped Bodycon Mini Dress Size S Alaïa cold-shoulder bodycon dress with striped print throughout, squared neckline...
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1990s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Late 60s vintage Maggy Rouff long trapeze dress
Located in L'ESCALA, ES
Rare and beautiful vintage long dress from the late 60s early 70s by Maggy Rouff. Orange, white and green chevron patterns on a frog green backgroun...
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1960s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Celine Phoebe Philo cream ribbed stretch body con knitted sweater midi dress
Located in Paris, FR
LOVE LALI VINTAGE Celine Phoebe Philo Resort 2017 A beautifully stretch fitted knit ribbed dress in cream as seen on Kim Kardashian Turned up hem Small slits to each cuff Midi lengt...
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2010s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage 1974 Courreges Documented Green Print Cotton & Ruffle Organza Maxi Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vibrant green and white abstract watercolor André Courrèges maxi dress dating back to his 1974 spring-summer collection. Courreges launched his Space-Age collection in 1964. The shap...
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1970s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Roberto Cavalli pink silk and snakeskin evening maxi dress, ss 1999
Located in London, GB
▪ Roberto Cavalli pink silk evening dress ▪ 100% Silk, 100% Leather ▪ Snakeskin bust with spaghetti straps ▪ Pink feather print ▪ Hook fastenings at centre back ▪ Asymmetric hemli...
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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Gucci by Tom Ford Pleated Powder Silk Dress with Stripes
Located in Switzerland, CH
Stunning Dress by Tom Ford for Gucci For his final summer collection for Gucci in 2004 Sample piece from the Atelier Beautiful panel silk dress Handstitching Pleating details Strip...
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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Oscar de la Renta FW 1991 Tartan Plaid Bead Sequin Embellished Velvet Dress US 4
Located in Montgomery, TX
Oscar de la Renta Tartan Plaid Embellished Belted Velvet Dress F/W 1991 Collection US size 4 Black Velvet Top Contrasting with the Red Silk Pl...
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1990s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage 1960s Sarmi Couture Seafoam-Green Jeweled Low-Plunge Silk Chiffon Gown
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Breathtaking Sarmi Couture evening gown dating back to the mid 1960's. Ferdinando Sarmi expressed interest in fashion during his youth but was discouraged from pursuing a design care...
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1960s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Striped Linen Sun Dress With Built-in Crinoline, C.1960
Located in Atlanta, GA
Adorable striped candy confection! C.1960 party dress in a linen blend heavy striped fabric in shades of hot pink, orangey-red, royal blue and white. It zips and hooks at the back with acetate lining in the bodice and a netted built-in crinoline at the skirt. The design has unique details including a fitted bodice, pleating at the side panels and faux flap pockets at the hem. It is pure sugar and spice! No design label present ... perhaps a custom order with style tag at the base of the zipper as shown in photograph 14. CONDITION The dress makes a wonderful impression and has been professionally cleaned. It is in great condition with some signs of wear and use. There is a rust spot at the inside acetate lining of the bodice which cannot be seen on the exterior, please see photograph 13 near the right hand strap. There is the slightest hint of discoloration under the arms which I only noticed under the photography lights...
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1960s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage Susan Small Summer Evening Gown
Located in London, GB
A great Summer party gown by British designer Susan Small. The gown is in a colourful mix of tropical colours, pink, purple, green and orange. It has a cros...
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1960s English Evening Dresses and Gowns

Prada S/S 97 vintage pink red floral silk brocade cheongsam midi length dress
Located in Paris, FR
PLEASE NOTE: Our model is 6 foot 1" / 185 cm and wearing very high heels, please refer to the dresses length to see where this dress would fall on you Prada Spring Summer 1997 beautiful pink cheongsam style dress...
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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Stunning 1960s Dynasty Pale Yellow Silk Shantung Beaded Vintage Couture Gown
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning 60s DYNASTY light yellow beaded and rhinestone raw silk full length evening dress! Features hundreds of hand-sewn sequins, rhinestones and beads o...
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1960s Hong Kong Evening Dresses and Gowns

Moroccan Brocade Caftan Maxi Dress Kaftan Handmade in Morocco Africa
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Elegant vintage designer Moroccan caftan, hand embroidered trim. This chic Bohemian maxi dress kaftan is embroidered and embellished with a red and white trim. One of a kind evening ...
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20th Century Moroccan Evening Dresses and Gowns

Christian Dior by John Galliano cream silk one-shoulder evening dress, ss 1998
Located in London, GB
▪ Christian Dior cream silk brocade one-shoulder evening dress ▪ Designed by John Galliano ▪ Built-in corset ▪ Double layered ▪ Draped overskirt ▪ Beaded and silk thread tassels ...
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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

A Paco Rabanne Couture Set in Yellow knitwear and Papier Fou- Spring Summer 1991
Located in Toulon, FR
Spring Summer 1991 Collection France Modernist ensemble from Paco Rabanne's Haute Couture show. Composed of a pair of Bermuda shorts, a tunic-dress made of stretchy ribbed knitwear in lemon-yellow and a bolero with quilted fins in iridescent silver foil called Papier Fou. This clever and deliberately avant-garde process corresponded at the time to a sheet of rhodoïd laminated with a reflective silver foil. Metal buckle with yellow synthetic stone cabochon to close the bolero. Light crazy paper patina, clean set, little or no wear. Very good condition of colour and conservation. Exhibited and catalogued at the Villa Rosemaine...
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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Herve Leger Paris vintage body con green cross over strappy halter mini dress S
Located in Paris, FR
LOVE LALI Vintage Herve Leger Paris vintage body con dress Beautiful shade of pale green Criss Cross neckline straps with key hole detail Halter nec...
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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

A Schiaparelli Printed Silk Blouse Dress Circa 2006-2012
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 2006-2012 Blouse dress with printed Schiaparelli logo and dating from the brand's Renaissance in the 2010s. Loose, straight dress with buttons at the front, long puffed sleeve...
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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Long evening dress in silk jacquard and silk chiffon Valentino Boutique
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Long black&white evening bustier dress in silk jacquard and silk chiffon. Boned, zip on the left side , gros-grain on the waist band. Split in the middle back: 40cm Gros-grain wais...
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1980s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Les Copains Vintage Skirt Suit
Located in Milano, IT
Nice skirt suit designed by Les Copains in the 1980s, made in France. ORIGINAL LABEL. The suit consists of jacket and skirt. The cut is the classic longuette cut. The skirt is simple...
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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Moroccan Elegant Luxury Dupiono Silk Caftan Gown Maxi Dress
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Elegant Moroccan luxury silk caftan gown. Stunning elegant classic Dupioni silk fabric in ivory color. easy light to wear around the house or at a party. This long maxi dress kaftan ...
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20th Century Moroccan Evening Dresses and Gowns

Metallic pink coated knit strap cocktail dress Hervé Léger
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Metallic pink coated knit strap cocktail dress . Zip in the middle back. Fabric composition: 90% rayon, 9% nylon, 1% spandex ( elastane) NO B...
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2010s Unknown Evening Dresses and Gowns

S/S 2005 Roberto Cavalli Silk Seashell Print Cream Satin Chiffon Maxi Dress
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a stunning seashell print silk Roberto Cavalli slip dress. From the Spring/Summer 2005 collection, this beautiful dress features the sea ...
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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Long asymmetrical evening dress made of ribbon's ruffles Rolando Santana
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Off-white long asymmetrical evening dress made of ribbon's ruffles. Boned bustier. Zip on the left side. Fabric flower on the left shoulder. SIZE L
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2010s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Alexander McQueen 2003 Collection Silk Unique Print Halter Backless Dress It. 38
Located in Montgomery, TX
Alexander McQueen Silk Halter High-Low Unique Printed Dress 2003 Collection Designer size - 38 92% Silk, 6% Nylon, 2% Spandex. Unique Print, High-Low Style, Slip-On ( no zipper ), Bu...
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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Reversible Ivory Faux Fur Robe w Leonard Paris-Inspired Jungle Lining - M, 1960s
Located in Tucson, AZ
"Wooly Bully" indeed! Words can hardly describe this incredible piece of mid-century fashion: a robe so unique and cozy you'll want to wear it outside the boudoir, thanks to its outrageous Leonard-inspired jungle print lining. And though it probably wasn't meant to be worn inside-out (as the interior has neither pockets nor belt loops) it can easily be reversed so the plush side is in and the jungle print is on display for the world to see. Reversible bath robe...
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1960s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Pale pink babydoll cocktail dress in silk chiffon and chain Stavropoulos
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Asymmetrical pale pink babydoll cocktail dress in silk chiffon and chains. Zip and hook&eye on the left side. SIZE M
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1960s Greek Evening Dresses and Gowns

1970s Lilli Diamond Taupe + Mint Green Marabou Feather 70s Maxi Dress + Jacket
Located in San Diego, CA
Fantastic vintage LILLI DIAMOND taupe and mint green jersey maxi dress and matching cardigan / jacket ! Features a soft jersey fabric that offers plenty of stretch. Sleeveless maxi d...
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1970s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

Rare 1940s Taffetas Silk Dress
Located in Paris, FR
Gorgeous 1940s peach pink silk dress featuring maxi length, fixed flounces on front bust & goes on back sleeves, bias cut with many tailoring details, maxi length. In good vintage c...
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1940s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

SIMONE ROCHA nude sheer floral embroidered tulle pearl collar dress S
Located in Hong Kong, NT
SIMONE ROCHA nude sheer floral embroidered tulle pearl collar dress S Reference: JACG/A00027 Brand: Simone Rocha Designer: Simone Rocha Material: Cotton...
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2010s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Dolce & Gabbana Pink Paisley Body-Con Dress
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a vintage Dolce & Gabbana pink dress featuring a paisley pattern, attached black bra, adjustable straps, and zipper at the back. Dolce & Gab...
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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

A Christian Dior boutique Chiffon blouse and skirt By Marc Bohan Circa 1980
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1980 France Romantic blouse and skirt set by Christian Dior Boutique under the direction of Marc Bohan and dating from the 1980s. Translucent s...
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1980s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Chic 1960s Pale Yellow Silk Shantung Rhinestone Beaded Vintage 60s Shift Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1960s pale yellow silk shantung rhinestone, pearl and bead encrusted shift dress ! Features braided detail at hem. Hidden metal zipper up the back with hook-and-eye closure. Poc...
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1960s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Byron Lars 1990s Tan Brown Avant Garde Zipper Rayon Vintage 90s Mini Dress 4 / 6
Located in San Diego, CA
Avant Garde BYRON LARS tan and brown rayon long sleeve zipper mini dress ! Zips up the front with asymmetrical hem. Brown collar and sleeve cuff. Pair with heels or boots. In great ...
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1990s American Evening Dresses and Gowns

1900s Lanvin Ivory Cream Floral Lace Sleeveless Midi Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Lanvin Ivory Cream Floral Lace Sleeveless Midi Dress Product details: Ivory, cream floral lace pattern Featuring corset and layered skirt (5) Size zip and small click-on buttons clo...
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Early 1900s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Jean Paul Gaultier Floral Print Mesh Dress With Portrait
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a vintage multicolor Jean Paul Gaultier classic mesh dress featuring a floral pattern, portrait imagery, and small rosettes, shoulder bow and...
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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Moroccan Caftan Maxi Dress Kaftan Handmade in Morocco Africa
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Moroccan caftan in peach brocade, maxi dress kaftan handmade by Moroccan artist. Handcrafted vintage exotic 1970s ceremonial caftan gown from North Africa, Morocco. This maxi dress...
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20th Century Moroccan Evening Dresses and Gowns

John Galliano 2000's Gazette Newspaper Print Bustier Silk Dress
Located in Naples, FL
John Galliano 2000's Gazette Newspaper Print Bustier Silk Dress Size S Please note size tag has been removed.
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Early 2000s 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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