American Evening Dresses and Gowns

This Mollie Parnis cocktail dress is composed of a black linen. Features an A-Line silhouette, with large center front pleat, and center back zipper. In excellent vintage condition...

This design by Kenneth Johnson is composed of a black lace with a sequin collar. Features a waist belt and center back zipper closure. In excellent vin...

This vintage cocktail dress is composed of a silk chiffon with a sequin floral applique in silver and black hues. There is a side zipper closure with hook and eyes. In excellent vint...

A timeless evening gown with beautiful beaded sleeves by Pamella Roland. This dress is a classic piece that could be worn for a day or night time event. A gown like this in your closet is sure to always be a go to every time! It is composed of silk satin with nice, billowy sleeves that end with an elegant beaded detailing, a feature that really makes this gown glow. Pair this gown with Yves Saint Laurent strappy heels, Kennth Lane earrings and a Prada handbag for a perfect evening look, or dress it down with Chanel flats for a daytime look. Either way you’ll be shining! Pamella Roland debuted its Fall 2002 couture...

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

Size: 12 (Vintage 1960's- Please Refer to Measurements to Ensure Good Fit) Measurements: Bust: 34" Length: 36"

A pretty rose pink silk dress with her signature micro pleating from Mary McFadden's Couture line. It has a V neckline, a crossing front bodice and back and short sleeves with a ruf...

Bustier cocktail dress in Polka dots Lurex. Main fabric composition: 70% rayon, 30% lurex. Acetate lining and black tulle petticoat. Boned. Zip closure in the middle back. Size XS ...

This Victor Costa cocktail dress gown is composed of black and metallic gold hued fabrics. It features sheer polka dot long sleeves, lace a...

This Robert David-Morton design is composed of a textured silk with a nude embellished lace waist. Features a halter neck with zipper closure. In excellent vintage condition. **Pl...

Fashioned from the finest black Silk Dupioni, this exquisite gown features a large bow at the neckline and a wonderful flared hem. You may purchase this sample piece or place your o...

This Sydney's dress is composed of a stretch pink and black wool. Features a semi sheer design with belt. In excellent vintage condition. **Please cross-reference measurements for...

This Bill Blass set is composed of a peach hue nude lace with scallop edge. The overlay blouse features a ruffled collar and sleeve ends. The dress is a classic spaghetti strap styl...

This Scaasi gown is composed of a navy lace and features a satin belt. There is a zipper closure. In excellent condition. Made in U.S.A. **Please cross-reference measurements for p...

This Kozo vintage cocktail dress is composed of black silk with sequins. Features a sharp bust line and a ruched style with a center back zipper. In excellent condition. **Please c...

This cocktail dress is composed of a black silk chiffon. Features a beaded bust detail with gathered waist. There is a center back zipper closure. In excellent vintage condition. ...

Vintage St. John Couture cowl neck red dress with beautiful neckline on the back Additional information: Fabric: 78% Triacetate, 22% Polyester; Lining 95% S...

Evening dress with copper sequins on tulle base. Main fabric composition: 95% nylon, 5% spandex. Lining: 100% polyester jersey. Hidden zip closure in the middle back and hook&eye. ...

Gorgeous 1950s demi couture HOUSE OF BRANELL black and white floral print silk short sleeve dress! Faux wrap style is flattering and comfortable for an array of sizes. Fitted bodice ...

This Ceil Chapman ensemble is composed of a beaded black silk. Features an outer shell top and interior dress with zipper closure. Excellent design. **Please cross-reference me...

This gown is composed of a terracotta hue knit. Features a draped neckline and tea length. In excellent condition. **Please cross-reference measurements ...

This Monique Lhuillier cocktail dress is composed of a black and silver lace, with silk lining. Features scalloped edges with a center back zipper closure and key hole opening. The...

This Tracey Mills gown is composed of a black jersey and features a magenta/purple hue contrast at the waist which is accented by an asymmetrical drape s...

Amazing rare 70s TEAL TRAINA neon green silk chiffon spaghetti strap maxi dress and matching shirt jacket ! Tailored stitched bodice with a full skirt. Vibrant colors of neon green, ...

This gown is composed of a black and gold fabric. Features a tie front which crosses the shoulders to create a flowing sleeve. There are side snap closures. In excellent vintage cond...

Product details: The dress is designed by Marc Jacobs in USA, it features bow like design detail in the front, it is sleeveless with straps, mini length, rear zip closure and inside...

Beautiful 1970s LILLI DIAMOND teal blue long sleeve jersey dress! Features flattering ruching on the bodice, with sleek tailored long sleeves. Flirty skirt has gathers the start at t...

James Galanos, 3 ply, silk crepe, cocktail dress, having long sleeves with a deep v neck at the center. Bodice is very fitted with signature, Galanos horizontal ruching . Skirt is b...

Beautiful vintage 1970s RICHILENE for ELIZABETH ARDEN silk taffeta 3-D rose print short sleeve couture gown! Features bold rose prints in vibrant hot pink and green...

Chic early 80s HOLLY’S HARP silk chiffon colorful floral print tiered dress ! Features a black background with vibrant colors of green, blue, pink, orange and red throughout. Simply ...

This is a black knit cocktail dress with puffy long satin sleeves by Geoffrey Beene, from the 1980's. The dress has a v-neckline with two black jewel buttons and tulle in the shoulde...

This cocktail dress is composed of a beaded black silk. Features a square neckline with center back zipper. Excellent vintage condition. **Plea...

This is a vintage black burn out velvet knee length cocktail dress by Pauline Trigere, from the 1960's. The dress is sleeveless with a square neckline, and zipper up the back. Mea...

This fabulous fully HAND-BEADED cocktail dress is composed of large, dime sized black flat plastic sequins. Features a classic 'Wiggle Dress' style with a center back zipper closure....

Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a vintage Anne Klein burgundy velvet cocktail dress featuring an open front and back neckline, gold chain s...

This Irene ensemble is composed of black silk. The strapless cocktail dress features a pleated bust with side draped, cascading ruffle, with interior boning. The jacket features a cr...

This cocktail dress is composed of a black silk chiffon with floral patterned beading throughout. There is a center back zipper closure. In great vintage condition. **Please c...

Chic late 80s VICTOR COSTA black and yellow Avant Garde strapless cotton cocktail dress! Features a fitted boned bodice that is lined in canary yellow. Forgiving skirt features a lar...

Adolfo at Saks Fifth Avenue Black Knit Lattice Dress Lattice front and back Lattice length from neck to end of lattice - 8 in. Size not marked - Measurements consistent with size sma...

This is a beautiful Dorothy O'Hara gown. It is composed of a wonderful crepe fabric, silk lining. The gown features a great pleated neckline and drop back split. Full length with zip...

Amazing vintage one sleeved black asymmetric dress by New York designer Alfred Bosand, circa 1980s. Full skirt with a single puffed sleeve. Very avant-garde in style, even for today! Rhinestones set in prongs create a fun bow design at bust. Dress is beautifully hand finished. Alfred studied at Pratt and The Fashion Academy and designed for several other designers before opening his 57th avenue workshop and showroom, which he maintained through his retirement in 1986. His gowns retailed at Saks Fifth Avenue, Neiman Marcus and other high end boutiques. He dressed many celebrities and created the wardrobes for a decade of Miss Americas through the 1960s. Fabric unknown, feels like a mid-weight silk satin. Skirt lined in a light organza-like fabric to hold shape. Made in USA. Shown on a size 2 dress...

This is a lovely dress made by James Galanos for Amelia Gray Beverly Hills. It is made of a cream colored jacquard with angels woven into the fabric. Itis lined with a cream colored ...

This Travilla dress is composed of a nude floral lace and chiffon combination, with scalloped edge. There is a center back zipper closure. In excellent vintage condition. **Ple...

Amazing 1970s CHARM OF HOLLYWOOD flower and polka dot print cotton maxi dress ! Features a brown and white polka dot bodice, with ruffles around the...

This Elizabeth Arden gown is composed of a black, pink, and cream combination with a satin contrast bow. Features a bias cut skirt. There is a center back zipper closure. In excellen...

This Arnold Scaasi custom ordered cocktail dress is composed of European black lace with sequin embellishment. This cocktail dress was a custom order made in the New York Atelier o...

This gown is composed of black metallic lace with a chiffon draped skirt. Features a nude interior bodice lining and a center back zipper. In excellent vintage condition. **Please...

This Victor Costa cocktail dress is fabricated from layers of black mesh fabric accented with silver and gold metallic polka dots. The ruff...

This is a black cocktail dress with a wool knit bodice and satin skirt by Geoffrey Beene, from the 1980's. The dress has crystal buttons all down the front. Length: 39" Sleeve:...

This Galanos dress is composed of a navy silk. Features a geometric style design and a center back zipper closure. In excellent condition. Made in USA. **Please cross-reference...

Stunning 1950s vintage WERLE OF BEVERLY HILLS demi couture pink, fuchsia and white watercolor print chiffon silk dress! I once had the long sleeved version of this rare gem, and I wa...

This Travilla cocktail dress is composed of a black on black metallic silk lace lame with nude underlay. The dress features a draped ruffle hem with scallop edges. There is a cente...

What makes this slim evening dress special is its colorful French brocade with metallic gold highlights. A true couture textile with black silk velvet full sleeve in excellent condit...

Beautiful 50s demi couture gunmetal / silver gray silk taffeta dress and handbag ensemble ! Features a beautiful gunmetal color with just the right amount of slight sheen. Flowers pr...

This custom 1960's cocktail dress is composed of a black silk chiffon and features an embellished neckline. There is a center back zipper closure. In excellent vintage condition. ...

A classic black silk chiffon evening dress from Coty Award winner and couture quality designer John Anthony. This 1970's dress is a perfect backdrop...

Beautiful vintage early 80s RICHILENE ' Victorian Revival ' light purple / lilac hand painted silk dress! Silk chiffon bodice, with hand painte...

AMazing vintage 1970s LIBERTY HOUSE fringed hem kaftan / maxi dress! Features an op-art print with polka dots and swirls. Vibrant colors of purple, blue, lavender and white throughou...