1970s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Franco-American designer Pauline Trigère was the daughter of a Parisian tailor and a dressmaker who developed technical skill and craft in fashion design. She created American ready-to-wear to a high standard with timeless styles that have retained their fashion forward quality, today. This two-piece ensemble is all silk with a suminagashi marbling inspired print. Along with the Japanese print is a piping collar that I like to think is also inspired by the Uchikake Kimono...

1970s Chic Pauline Trigere asymmetrical black silk crepe cocktail dress in a wrap style. Dress has silk buttons. Fitted waist. Angular off shoulder with long bell sleeve. Bust 34” / ...

Pauline Trigère was a prominent figure in putting American designers on the map. Like many of the acclaimed French couturiers, she was an expert at tailoring and had an eye for inter...

Exceptional Pauline Trigère designer green feather black silk-chiffon gown dating back to her fall-winter 1970 collection. During this time period, Pauline Trigère's name was part of the glamorous excess in Hollywood fashion. Her exquisite tailoring and feminine fitting clothing were highly desired by the wealthy and famous. Trigère designs commanded some of the highest prices often because they were made with very expensive materials. This stunning ensemble is a perfect example of her genius. The fabrics used together create a total masterpiece; the green feathers give the dress drama while the black semi-sheer creates such elegance. The corset strapless bodice let's one style the over-sized wrap in the number of ways. This figure flattering column gown accentuates the bust while skimming the hips. It is impeccably seamed and on the level of modern day couture. This is that showstopper every fashionista looks for. The pictures say it all. Measurements Bust: 32 inches Waist: 24 inches Hips: up to 36 inches Wrap Total Length: 110 inches This Pauline Trigère designer dress set is in excellent wearable condition with no rips, stains or holes. Corset bodice structure with back hand-set snaps and zipper. Only sign of wear is a few missing feathers which is so hard to notice when worn. Please message for detailed pictures. As shown, featured in September Vogue 1970 and also resembles the current 2021 fall-winter Bottega Veneta collection. This Pauline Trigere was most likely inspired by the iconic 1967 Balenciaga sleeveless feathered gown. A true slice of wearable museum quality fashion...

Fantastic Pauline Trigère designer metallic bronze silk jumpsuit dating back to the mid 1970's. During this time period, Trigère's name was part of the glamorous excess in Hollywood fashion. Her exquisite tailoring and feminine fitting clothing were highly desired by the wealthy and famous. She could create garments which fit like a glove; cut in an extremely flattering style. This luxurious jumpsuit is a perfect example of her genius. The fabric itself is a masterpiece; "light as a feather" marbleized striped semi-sheer textured silk in one of the prettiest bronze ombré color combinations I've ever seen! The bodice has a seductive low-cut plunge with wide 3/4-length sleeves. The elasticized nipped waist with matching sash belt feels so effortless to wear. The relaxed trouser style pants is so chic and reads so current. A work of wearable art by a wonderful American couturier. Measurements Bust: 34-36 inches Waist: 24-28 inches (due to elasticized stretch) Hips: up to 38 inches Total Length: 59 inches Pant Inseam: 29 inches This Pauline Trigère designer jumpsuit is in excellent condition with no rips, stains or holes. Perfectly working metal hooks and original zipper down the front. Similar version featured in a 1976 Virginia Slims...

Pauline Trigere, Made for Bergdorf Goodman, which is a rare label. Metallic floral chiffon slip dress and jacket from the 1970s. The fabric is silk chiffon woven with gold metallic t...

Pauline Trigère Silk and Net Gown with Floral Appliqués c.1970s. Full length flowy dress with net bell sleeves and floral silk appliqués. Zipper at neckline and slit at center front....

Pauline Trigere black and gold shot silk chiffon golden tree printed dress from the 1960s. This dress is printed in gold with a weeping tree at the front and back skirt, there are fi...

Museum quality vintage 1970s full length formal evening gown by Pauline Trigere in a colorful burnout velvet silk fabric with a completely unique design. Draped short angel sleeves a...

A taupe silk dress and matching belt with a cut velvet scroll and circle pattern outlined in gold from renowned American designer Pauline Trigere. The dress flares from shoulder to hem and looks attractive with or without it's matching belt. It has a stand up collar, 2 angled front...

Seductive Pauline Trigere designer metallic stripe bias-cut gown dating back to the early 1970's During this time period, Pauline Trigère's name was part of the glamorous excess in ...

1970s Pauline Trigere light brown and silver plaid metallic plaid dress. Size 6/ Medium