1950s Evening Dresses and Gowns

The combination of black and pink makes this dress simultaneously alluring and innocent. Cut with an asymmetrical "minarete silhouette" peplum made famous by Travis Banton, it also features an off-shoulder neckline made more wearable by the presence of spaghetti straps. Tea length short sleeve off-shoulder party dress of black taffeta with tulle overlay embellished with pink ribbon lace and embroidered flowers; lightly ruched sweetheart bust and spaghetti straps. Asymmetrical peplum from left hip to right ankle; black and pink tulle skirt...

Pink damask bustier cocktail dress. Boned. Double-zip in the middle back, one to close the bustier undernieth, the other one to close the dress. Bow in the middle back. Tulle pettic...

Pure spun-sugar perfection, right down to the cotton candy colors. Visible beneath the silver lattice-embroidered top skirt, the ruffled attached petticoat provides volume enough to span nearly six feet. Not to be outdone, the massive center rear bow ensures sweetness both coming and going. Strapless prom dress...

We love vintage mid century evening gowns and this one is especially lovely. This vintage late 1950's or early 1960"s hi low evening dress is in a cream and bronze jacquard with gold metallic thread detail. The dress is fitted at the waist and has two decorative bows in the front center. There is a center back zipper for closure, and front of the dress is shorter than the back. This fully lined dress...

A headturning vintage party /evening dress by Lee Delman. In rose pink with a sky blue background., the dress has a cross over front , full skirt with netti...

A charming and chic cocktail dress from the 1950's. In a wonderful electric blue colour, the dress has a scoop neckline at the front , and a deep v neckline at the back. The dress ha...

Made in the most delicious shade of jade green cotton and decorated with silver glass lined beads and gunmetal silver bugle beads, this original 1950's evening dress and matching bol...

An unusual 1950s custom-made mid-length sleeved forest green wool day dress with gold-tone corded crewel embroidery covering the entire front of dress. Traditional crafted style embr...

A stunning 1950s Ceil Chapman lightweight navy silk fitted sheath dress with draped hip and a dramatic wide-set draped neckline accented with white lace applique covered décolletage....

1950s A-line Cotton Dress with velvet bows and Matching belt Bust - 36 Waist - 26 Hip - FR Length - 41 Size Us - S

A fabulous black ruched 1950s dress by Suzy Perette. It has a scoop neck and cap sleeves. The bodice is semi fitted horizontally ruched through to the thighs where a gathered full ...

Beautiful vintage 1950s kelly green and blue flower print wrap dress ! Wrap style with interior ties and green rhinestone encrusted buttons. Shawl style collar. Long detachable silk belt. Blue abstract flowers...

A chic vintage cocktail dress in a pretty yellow/gold colour . The dress has a scoop neckline, front and back with small gathering at the waist. It is fully lined with a central back...

Timeless and chic vintage 1950s Werle blue and gray polkadot summer cocktail halter a line dress with pockets. Perfect summer cocktail dress. A...

This sensational 1950s white cotton organza gown with floral print overlay is of exceptional quality and is beautifully constructed to showcase a classic hourglass figure. The floral...

Gorgeous and classic 1950s demi couture handkerchief panel chiffon dress ! Features a flattering tailored bodice, and skirt has panels that look amazing on and with movement. Hidden ...

Black satin backless evening top and skirt with sunray pleated tulle on the side.Black cotton lining. Hook&eye on the left side. One pocket on the right side. Drapé on the left side ...

Gorgeous and incredibly rare Madame Grès haute couture sculpted black silk dress ensemble dating back to the early 1950's. Madame Grès felt that the true job of the couturier was not to create a name for one's self, as many designers do, but to pay rigorous attention to the clothing. This stunning set has so much detail, you can tell it was made with loving devotion. The alluring bodice has a low-cut scoop neck with flattering short sleeves. My favorite designer element is the dramatic back bow with chic cut-out. The matching jacket has a shawl-like front with a stunning cropped back. I'd wear the jacket alone with other looks for a unique bolero option. The sculpted panel style skirting ,which looks incredibly hard to mold, reads so fresh to the modern eye...

A colorful silk patchwork skirt in greens, blues, and pinks. The skirt is comprised of row of squares sewn creating a diagonal pattern of same colors. It has a small waistband, a hand sewn side zipper, and is lined in off white silk. Fits size Extra Small...

Sorelle Fontana is Rome's prominent and oldest fashion house and was known as Couturiers to the Stars. The Fontana sisters were the first to feel the n...

A honeymoon dress that was never worn (because the groom shipped out to Korea immediately after the wedding), this dress is the pinnacle of femininity....

This is such a seductive and enchanting look from the rare Philip Hulitar 'Old Hollywood' designer label. Perfect for any upcoming event; you can't help but feel feminine in this bea...

Fabulous 1950’s couture but unlabelled evening ensemble consisting of a black silk asymmetrical top with multiple spaghetti straps and a full-length pencil skirt. The top features ...

This beautiful early 1950s black silk dress is likely to be by Omar Kiam for designer Ben Reig, a brand renowned during this era for its, simple, elegant lin...

A rare example of 50’s Egyptian haute couture, at the time Egypt was a constitutional monarchy, this feminine “Miss Egypt” dress is crafted in a flowery ta...

Bombshell beauty! 1950's wiggle dress in a slinky red silver lamé fabric with a bow accent at the bodice and hip pockets. The sleeveless silhouette zips and hooks at the scoop back...

Beautiful original vintage 1950s American made dress in antique rose gold satin with all over embroidery. This lovely piece features three quarter length sleeves, a sweetheart neckl...

A fabulous light weight black wool and silk dress by Betty Carol. It has princess seaming for a great fit, a V cut back and an incredible skirt com...

A lovely white vintage cocktail dress from the 1950's. The dress has a round neckline and has a pleat at the front with bow detail . It is...

1950s custom made tea-length caselton green cotton velvet sleeveless party dress with a modified neckline decorated with a panel of pleated tulle. Attached at the neckline is a paste...

1950s Emma Domb Black and Pink Tulle Party Dress. Ruffled tulle bodice embellished with pearls. Ribbon embellishments. Two layers of black tulle ov...

A highly desirable, original, 1950s cocktail dress which could easily be worn as an alternative wedding dress. The fabric is a beautiful gold coloured silk satin and the dress featur...

1950S NINA RICCI Ivory Silk & Brown Velvet Gown With Evening Cape

This gorgeous House of Worth haute couture cocktail ensemble, dating back to the early 1950-52 time period, is in a class of its own. The House of Worth was an elite French...

Outstanding haute couture chiffon column dress by Jacques Heim circa 1958 -1963. A timeless billowy style and the perfect shade of sunshine yell...

A pretty vintage party gown by Gina Couture. The dress is in a pink fabric with gold floral detail. It has a central back zip, is fully lined and has a fol...

An Audrey Hepburn style stunner, this Givenchy-inspired dress features handmade Spanish lace cut from an enormous mantilla and meticulously hand s...

This dress is an extraordinary Parisian made example from the early days of the house of Christian Dior and we have been fortunate to handle this same dress twice in the last 20 year...

The perfect yellow dress for spring and summer! This fine mid century gem features cut-outs above the bust, and at hem. Cut-outs feature a sheer layer of yellow silk underneath. High...

This lovely Heiress 1950s fine crepe occasion dress in dusky pink is pretty, gamine and features some gorgeous design details. The classic hourglass silhoue...

This is a ultra rare and highly coveted Christian Dior floral 'New Look' dress dating back to his lifetime 1956 spring/summer collection. The House of Dior has been an enduring icon ...

1950s Ivory Jacquard Dress w/ Beaded Bodice. Draped bust detail with rhinestones and pearls. Fitted waist, full circle skirt. Dress is photographed over ...

Beautiful 1950s demi couture shawl collar short sleeve silk dress ! Features floral prints in different shades of green, tan and purple Hidden metal zip...

This pretty early 1960s or late 1950s white Chantilly style lace bridal gown has a fairytale charm. The man-made, Chantilly style lace overlay covers the dress in its entirety and fe...

A stunning sculptural black silk dress from Werle, Beverly Hills. It has a one shoulder fitted bodice with an inner boned corset. The skirt consists of 1 tier wrapping horizontally around the straight skirt 3 times. It closes with a fine side painted metal zipper, is fully lined in black silk and has a matching tie belt. Fits size Extra Small...

A chic vintage cocktail/ dinner dress by Linz Line. The dress has a scalloped off the shoulder neckline and is fully lined. There is gatherin...

Antonio Castillo was one of the most prominent couturiers to come out of Paris in the 1940s and joined the house of Lanvin in 1950. This is a stunning black fine wool dress with cou...

In this gorgeous 1950's Claire Schaffel designer cocktail dress, the detailed construction and meticulous attention to detail are comparable to...

An unusual and discretely colorful party dress despite its dark hue, the dress features a silver ombré satin underskirt, which mellows to a pale lavender near the hemline. Even bette...

1950s Bergdorf Goodman couture-quality cocoa silk taffeta cocktail dress: Strapless with structured, and boned bodice. French lace applique work throughout and trimmed at the bust wi...

1950s Ivory Sequin Halterneck Gown. Gathered sweetheart neckline, nips in at natural waist. Full length flared skirt serves ultimate glamour, the entir...

Circa 1955 France Little black dress and its bolero by Nina Ricci and signed Paris 55. Black stretch silk ottoman with parallel ribs allowing a tight fit and especially an interest...

1950S Cotton Pastel Pink Watercolor Floral Circle Skirt Dress

Fashioned from vibrant sapphire blue mid weight silk-organza, this 1950's Beaumelle creation has everything a woman wants. The bodice has a gorgeous ruched asymmetric one-shoulder shelf bust design. I adore the sparkling metallic threaded lace detail which is so playful and elegant at the same time. The alluring full pleated circle-skirt finishes this beauty off with a perfect Christian Dior New Look...

Cocktail dress in fuschia satin with "spaguettis" shoulders straps. Boned and satin lining inside the bustier. Pleated skirt. Cut-work on the waist. Stiff cotton and organza lining...

1950S PIERRE BALMAIN Black & White Haute Couture Silk Lace Cocktail Dress Jacket With Mink Collar

Hollywood Glamour Vibes. Not sure if I'm really ready to part with her but oh well... This true beauty is what boudoir dreams are made of. The most amazing pure Silk Kimono Dress...

This early 1950s Ceil Chapman taffeta and silk dress is a timeless and elegant party dress. It has a fitted ruched bodice, cut from soft black silk jersey, which hugs the body beautifully to create a feminine shape. The ruching is sewn in two vertical lines down the front of the dress and is also shaped around the bust. The skirt flares out from the bodice at around the low hip point and is made up of black taffeta which is pleated to create volume and movement. The material has a lovely thick, quality feel to it. The dress fastens down the back with the original metal zipper which is finished with a hook and eye closure to the top. Ceil Chapman was famously the favourite designer of Marilyn Monroe, and was renowned all over the world for creating glamorous cocktail dresses and party gowns...