British Evening Dresses and Gowns

A Powerful 1980's Vintage Cherry Red dress, crafted in a crimplene fabric, with tall collar line, slightly bat winged sleeves with tapered cuffs, fitted panel silhouette, nipped wais...

An exceptional early 2000’s hand beaded Silk dress. Crafted in a chocolate brown Pure Silk, adorned in hundreds of thousands of meticulously hand sewn glass beads and sequins, with a...

Patricia Lester designed this stunning burgundy silk evening dress in partnership with her husband Charles Lester. The dress is hand pleated in a similar manor to the earlier iconic ...

Julien Macdonald’s Fall 2011 collection was described by Vogue as “a moody, ethereal, and hard-edged take on the tartan-heavy Highlands.” His unrivalled expertise with both bead work...

A stunning evening gown by Regamus. In a beautiful print with wonderful sleeves, the dress is fully lined and has a back zip opening. Measurements: Bust 32'', waist 23'', length 56''

The holy grail for a bohemian chic bride, this Thea Porter Couture gown is the ultimate piece for the '70s muse. Thea Porter creations such as this divine example are easily identifi...

British designer Catherine Buckley founded her brand in 1963 and went on to open her first shop in Notting Hill, London. Her romantic, slightly eccentric designs drew on historic ref...

This true vintage 1950s wedding dress is crafted from a detailed jacquard in a rich creamy off-white hue. Tailored to a classic ‘50s silhouette with a nipped-in waist and full skirt...

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

Handmade in England in 2004 by recent-Louvre-museum-exhibited British Duro Olowu for the debut of his eponymous brand, this mixed-print silk kimono-sleeve empire-waist mini dress fea...

Gorgeous 1970s gown in the spirit of the 1920s, cut in breathtaking pure silk and entirely hand-embellished. The construction is deceptively simple: a loose, drop-waisted silhouette ...

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...

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...

This rare 1971 Ossie Clark black moss crepe wrap dress is a quintessential piece from one of Britain’s most influential designers of the era. Made from Clark’s signature moss crepe, ...

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...

Vivienne Westwood (1941-2022) designed this corset-style hourglass-shaped red velvet evening cocktail dress with its outsized double bow and sheer moire faux-underlay for 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...

1960s embellished dress from quality British label Cresta Couture. It is tailored to a form-fitting wiggle silhouette from a turquoise shot-silk blend which is very textured. The nec...

Sexy late 90s JENNY PACKHAM black and white sequined silk mini dress! Packham got her start in the 1980s, but really rose to fame after her designs were featured on Kim Catrall ( Sa...

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...

Zandra Rhodes is a British institution. Rising to fame as a fashion and textile designer in the 1970s, her audacious, highly feminine designs put her at the forefront of the London f...

A fun One-off ‘Sample’ Dress, in a Colourful Postcard-Stamp Pattern. This long fitted bustier Dress features adjustable shoulder straps, fitted waistline, concealed zip closure and p...

Rainbow silk butterfly wing pring plisse gown by Alexander McQueen. From the Spring 2008 La Dame Bleue Collection. Plunging neckline. Long sleeves. 40" bust, 27" waist, 64" length, 1...

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...

In the late 60's Dior created 'Diorling London' a ready to wear collection. The head designer for Diorling was Jorn Langberg. The dresses fabric is alternating velvet and silk tulle...

Vintage 2004 John Galliano Dusty Pink Chiffon Gown. This gown features a draped chiffon silk overlay all over the surface of this gown, which can be draped in multiply ways. The left...

A couture contemporary dress , circa 2010 from Bruce Oldfield, a celebrated UK designer who is in his fifth decade of exclusive design. He is renowned for his occasion wear and this ...

A wonderful black lace evening dress , dating from the 1930s. The dress would be ideal for a party or dancing. It has black ribbon straps. Measurements; Bust up to 38''. length 36''

Great example of a late 1960s British-made wedding dress which is very well crafted - most likely for a high-end bridal boutique or department store of the day. It bears only a smal...

This 1990s beaded slip dress was designed by iconic British brand Katharine Hamnett. The designer, Katharine E. Hamnett, founded her namesake label in 1979 and was a founding design ...

An exceptional example of Jean Muir’s signature 1970s aesthetic, this vintage black jersey maxi dress embodies her celebrated mastery of fluid drape, movement, and understated sophis...

This is a 1968 Ossie Clark “Judy” dress, a rare and iconic design that perfectly captures the sensual drama of Clark’s early work. The dress is made from his signature black moss cr...

Circa 1820-1825 England or Europe Interesting summer dress in cotton muslin embroidered with wool circa 1820/1825 from the late Regency period in England. It is reminiscent of the w...

Blanes was a well regarded London ready to wear house that was in operations from the 1940s to the late 1960s. The clothes were very well made and retailed in some of the top depart...

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...

Gorgeous textured metallic flocked organza dress by Hardy Amies. Elegant cut with short sheer sleeves and flared skirt. Details: Fully Lined Shoulder Pads Can Easily Be Remove...

Ahead turning vintage silk evening gown by Belville Sassoon. The gown is in a wonderful silk , in a lovely yellow shade. Is it strapless , but straps could easily be added and has a...

This romantic wedding dress was designed in the early 1990s by Tatters, a high-end London boutique that was located on the famous Kings Road in Chelsea and made bespoke designs. Craf...

Laura Ashley was the most famous name on the British High Street from the late 1960s and throughout the 1970s and 1980s. The textile founded company made some fantastic and fabulous ...

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.

CONDITION is Never worn, with tags. Due to poor storage of the dress, wear is evident to the facings on the bust, both shoulder straps and under both armpits where discolouration is ...

A charming vintage cocktail dress with cape/train. The dress is in a yellow silk, with attractive black print. It has a v neckline and back zip opening and is fully lined. The back...

A stunning vintage slip gown by Jane Bourvis. The dress has a v neckline and puddle train at the back. The dress is in wonderful fabric and hangs beautifully. Measurements : Bust up ...

1970’s dress from Biba, designed by Barbara Hulanicki, made in a soft apricot-orange fabric with an allover tonal floral pattern. The dress has a relaxed, slightly flared shape with ...

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 ...

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...

This desirable 1970s Biba dress is presented in superb vintage condition. Tailored from a Cadbury's purple jersey, it has held its colour and is as vibrant as the day it was made, ov...

This high quality 1970s bright lilac evening dress was made by British label Trina Lewis and Marjon Couture at Baker Sportswear. The dress has a bustier top which is boned all the wa...

An ethereal, softly structured piece from Alexander McQueen under the direction of Sarah Burton, circa 2012. Crafted in layers of weightless ivory tulle, this gown falls from a scul...

This 1980s gown is tailored from frothy white synthetic georgette fabric without being sheer. The halter-neck strap is crafted from quilted satin and fastens behind the neck with fab...

Vintage John Galliano F/W 2001 Look 44 Crochet Fur Knitted Gown Rendered in a soft, body-contouring knit, this slip dress features an intricate patchwork of lace-like panels, each s...

This incredible Victorian inspired evening gown by British couture designer, Jacques Azagury, is an absolute show stopping piece designed to turn heads. Circa early 1990s and of lav...

A chic cocktail dress designed by Worth, London. The dress has an outer layer of dark grey silk chiffon. The skirt is lined in a deep mauve/grey coloured fabric and the bust area in ...

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 ...

Circa 1900 England Beautiful champagne silk satin wedding dress from the Edwardian period in England, designed by Madame Ernest in Leeds. Typical of the S-shaped silhouette of the B...

Pretty and flirty 90s JENNY PACKHAM silk chiffon vintage handkerchief hem dress! Features warm vibrant colors of blue, green, chartreuse, teal, ...

A fun vintage gown by Susan Small.The dress is in a colourful patchwork print, and has a v neckline, cap sleeves, a self fabric tie belt, frill at the hem, and a central back zip.

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...

Bellville Sassoon Late 1980’s Black and White Point D’Esprit Gown - Size 8 This late 80’s early 90’s vintage gown is made of a black point d’esprit that is trimmed in white lace. Th...

A beautiful Jean Varon silk maxi dress in an abstract grey, coral and off-white pattern. The bodice fitted to the waist is trimmed along the low V neckline and long sleeve cuffs with ruffles of the same fabric. The floor length skirt...

This captivating 1970s pale peach chiffon dress with ribbon trim is by British label Jean Varon and is a beautiful example of the designer's penchant for softer feminine lines that w...