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Period: 1980s
Bob Mackie 1980s Size 6 Light Pink + Grey Silk Chiffon Strapless Grecian Gown
Bob Mackie 1980s Size 6 Light Pink + Grey Silk Chiffon Strapless Grecian Gown

Bob Mackie 1980s Size 6 Light Pink + Grey Silk Chiffon Strapless Grecian Gown

By Bob Mackie

Located in San Diego, CA

Phenomenal vintage late 80s Bob Mackie Couture light pink and gray silk chiffon, lace and rhinestone encrusted strapless Grecian gown ! Features grey lace and rhinestones on the bodi...

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American 1980s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Jean Varon Vintage Strapless Black Taffeta Evening Dress with Ruffles and Bow
Jean Varon Vintage Strapless Black Taffeta Evening Dress with Ruffles and Bow

Jean Varon Vintage Strapless Black Taffeta Evening Dress with Ruffles and Bow

By Jean Varon

Located in Sparks, NV

Early 1980s inspired by the 1950s! This Jean Varon evening dress features ruffles and a front bow detail. Partially lined with rear zip closure. Made in England. The marked size is a...

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British 1980s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Bill Blass Vintage Sheer Black Lace Dress
Bill Blass Vintage Sheer Black Lace Dress

Bill Blass Vintage Sheer Black Lace Dress

By Bill Blass

Located in Sparks, NV

Darling vintage sheer black lace dress by Bill Blass. Sweetheart neckline with sheer sleeves and upper back. Rear zip and hook closure. The marked size is a US 6 and the dress fits t...

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American 1980s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Bill Blass Vintage Yellow and Black Lace Halter Dress
Bill Blass Vintage Yellow and Black Lace Halter Dress

Bill Blass Vintage Yellow and Black Lace Halter Dress

By Bill Blass

Located in Sparks, NV

Unworn with the original store tags still attached! Vintage yellow and black lace halter dress by Bill Blass. Full flared skirt and open back. Details: Fully Lined Back Zip w...

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American 1980s Evening Dresses and Gowns

1980s Pierre Balmain Vintage Color Block Strapless Dress
1980s Pierre Balmain Vintage Color Block Strapless Dress

1980s Pierre Balmain Vintage Color Block Strapless Dress

By Pierre Balmain

Located in Sparks, NV

Rare vintage 1980s black, white and red strapless dress by Pierre Balmain. Embroidered scroll detail. Fully lined with side zip and hook closure. There is no marked size but the dres...

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French 1980s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Red taffetas asymmetrical draped evening dress LORIS AZZARO
Red taffetas asymmetrical draped evening dress LORIS AZZARO

Red taffetas asymmetrical draped evening dress LORIS AZZARO

By Loris Azzaro

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Red taffetas asymmetrical draped evening dress. Acetate or polyester lining. Boned. Ziop closure on the middle back. Front lenght : 88cm Back lenght : 142cm SIZE 34/XS

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French 1980s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Galanos Spring 1984 Black Silk Tiered Gown with Pink Flower
Galanos Spring 1984 Black Silk Tiered Gown with Pink Flower

Galanos Spring 1984 Black Silk Tiered Gown with Pink Flower

By James Galanos

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Romantic and refined evening gown by Galanos, dating to his Spring 1984 collection. This wonderfully feminine dress has been crafted from a sheer silk chiffon in a timeless shade of ...

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American 1980s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Black wool cocktail dress with guipure bottom edge GUY LAROCHE SPORTWEAR
Black wool cocktail dress with guipure bottom edge GUY LAROCHE SPORTWEAR

Black wool cocktail dress with guipure bottom edge GUY LAROCHE SPORTWEAR

By Guy Laroche

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Black wool cocktail dress with guipure bottom edge. Sil and rayon lining. Zip, button and buttonhole closure on the top middle back. Button and buttonhole on the cuffs. size : 36/38...

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French 1980s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Naeem Khan Riazee Vintage Sexy Cut Out Metallic Beaded Cocktail Dress
Naeem Khan Riazee Vintage Sexy Cut Out Metallic Beaded Cocktail Dress

Naeem Khan Riazee Vintage Sexy Cut Out Metallic Beaded Cocktail Dress

By Naeem Khan

Located in Sparks, NV

Stunning vintage Naeem Khan dress under his Riazee label. Heavily encrusted in thousands of tiny glass seed beads. This dress is 100% silk and is fully lined. The marked size is 4, a...

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American 1980s Evening Dresses and Gowns

BOB MACKIE Vintage Red Heavily Embellished Evening Gown
BOB MACKIE Vintage Red Heavily Embellished Evening Gown

BOB MACKIE Vintage Red Heavily Embellished Evening Gown

By Bob Mackie

Located in Leonardo, NJ

Bob Mackie Vintage 1980's - 1990's Jet black with vibrant fire engine red shiny embellishments expertly placed throughout, as Bob Mackie does best Hard boning corset inside Structure...

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1980s Evening Dresses and Gowns

George F Couture Late 80s - 90s Ivory Fortuny-Pleat Bridal Gown Flower Appliqué
George F Couture Late 80s - 90s Ivory Fortuny-Pleat Bridal Gown Flower Appliqué

George F Couture Late 80s - 90s Ivory Fortuny-Pleat Bridal Gown Flower Appliqué

Located in Morongo Valley, CA

Ivory bridal gown by George F. Couture (George Fakhir Inc., New York), c. late 1980s–early 1990s — as featured in Vogue (long sleeve variation) on thrifting your wedding outfit, styl...

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American 1980s Evening Dresses and Gowns

S/S 1989 ALAIA mini dress
S/S 1989 ALAIA mini dress

S/S 1989 ALAIA mini dress

By Azzedine Alaïa

Located in Austin, TX

S/S 1989 ALAIA mini dress has stretch rayon, polyamide and elastane fabric sz S 25" bust, 18" waist, 27" hips 28" length

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French 1980s Evening Dresses and Gowns

1980s SANT ANGELO red stretch dress
1980s SANT ANGELO red stretch dress

1980s SANT ANGELO red stretch dress

By Giorgio di Sant' Angelo

Located in Austin, TX

1980s Sant Angelo red velvet stretch dress measurements taken un-stretched 10" bust, 10.5" waist, 48" length mannequin is a US sz 6 fits sz 0-8 US

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American 1980s Evening Dresses and Gowns

1980’s ALEXANDRE NARAKAS Haute Couture Pink Satin Statement Cocktail Dress
1980’s ALEXANDRE NARAKAS Haute Couture Pink Satin Statement Cocktail Dress

1980’s ALEXANDRE NARAKAS Haute Couture Pink Satin Statement Cocktail Dress

Located in Sheffield, GB

A Remarkable 1980’s NARAKAS Haute Couture dress. Crafted in a mock Ostrich satin with contrasting black collar-line and hem, puff sleeves and figure hugging silhouette with a conceal...

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French 1980s Evening Dresses and Gowns

1980’s Vintage Colourful Gem Black backless Rhinestone funnel neck Mini Dress
1980’s Vintage Colourful Gem Black backless Rhinestone funnel neck Mini Dress

1980’s Vintage Colourful Gem Black backless Rhinestone funnel neck Mini Dress

Located in Sheffield, GB

A Fun 1980’s stretchy body con Mini dress, featuring colourful Rhinestone shoulders and sleeves, figure hugging silhouette and backless keyhole reverse. The dress has statement padd...

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American 1980s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Patrick Kelly 1989 Black Wool Question Mark Dress
Patrick Kelly 1989 Black Wool Question Mark Dress

Patrick Kelly 1989 Black Wool Question Mark Dress

By Patrick Kelly

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The truly iconic Patrick Kelly 1989 question mark rhinestone dress. Bette Davis wore a red version designed specifically for her David Letterman appearance in April 1989, less than a...

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French 1980s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Gianni Versace Mixed Flower Print Silk Skirt 1980s
Gianni Versace Mixed Flower Print Silk Skirt 1980s

Gianni Versace Mixed Flower Print Silk Skirt 1980s

By Gianni Versace

Located in Water Mill, NY

A gorgeous brightly colored flowered silk skirt from Gianni Versace. It has a 2" waistband, falls straight to the hem with a panel draping across the front and is comprised of diffe...

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Italian 1980s Evening Dresses and Gowns

1984 ISSEY MIYAKE persimmon draped RUNWAY dress
1984 ISSEY MIYAKE persimmon draped RUNWAY dress

1984 ISSEY MIYAKE persimmon draped RUNWAY dress

By Issey Miyake

Located in San Fransisco, CA

This Issey Miyake runway dress from 1984 is a great example of his sculptural, minimalist style. It’s made from a persimmon-colored cotton with a long silhouette with some volume th...

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Japanese 1980s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vicky Tiel 1980s Silk Strapless High Low Bustier Dress
Vicky Tiel 1980s Silk Strapless High Low Bustier Dress

Vicky Tiel 1980s Silk Strapless High Low Bustier Dress

By Vicky Tiel

Located in Water Mill, NY

A great pink silk high low dress from Vicky Tiel. It has a drop waist horizontally ruched boned bustier bodice onto which is gathered a full skirt knee length in the front, ankle len...

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French 1980s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Cher Bob Mackie Met Gala 1985 Silk Beaded Sequin Sheer Vintage 80s Gown Dress
Cher Bob Mackie Met Gala 1985 Silk Beaded Sequin Sheer Vintage 80s Gown Dress

Cher Bob Mackie Met Gala 1985 Silk Beaded Sequin Sheer Vintage 80s Gown Dress

By Bob Mackie

Located in San Diego, CA

Sexy 1980s BOB MACKIE 1985 silk chiffon beaded and sequin evening gown ! Very similar to the one Cher famously wore to the 1985 MET Gala with Mackie, himself. Sheer bodice with thous...

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American 1980s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Yves Saint Laurent 1988 Runway Red Floral Silk Tie Neck Vintage 80s 1980s Dress
Yves Saint Laurent 1988 Runway Red Floral Silk Tie Neck Vintage 80s 1980s Dress

Yves Saint Laurent 1988 Runway Red Floral Silk Tie Neck Vintage 80s 1980s Dress

Model in video is US Size 6 and 5’8 feet tall Measurements (flexible fit due to silhouette): Bust: up to 44 inches Waist: up to 44 inches Hips: up to 42 inches Length (top back shoulder to hem): 39.5 inches A striking and unmistakable Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche runway piece from the Fall 1988 collection—an era where bold color, rich pattern, and effortless volume ruled the silhouette. This vibrant red silk dress features an inky black rose print with bursts of golden yellow, echoing the exact textile seen on the runway look. The design embodies that signature late-80s YSL ease: a softly bloused bodice, relaxed through the body, with a subtly tapered skirt that creates shape without restriction. The dramatic tie-neck detail is the quiet star here—it can be styled multiple ways depending on mood and moment: tied in a bow for polish, draped loose for a nonchalant feel, wrapped once for a scarf-like effect, or even tucked for a cleaner neckline. The voluminous sleeves with gathered cuffs add movement and presence, while the inclusion of pockets brings that rare and coveted blend of glamour and practicality. Runway Note: This exact print appeared on the Fall 1988 runway, styled with a YSL black alligator / croc embossed statement belt from the same collection. While the belt is not included in this listing, it is from the same collection and available separately—an incredible opportunity for a collector to recreate the full runway moment. ⸻ Measurements (flexible fit due to silhouette): Bust: up to 44 inches Waist: up to 44 inches Hips: up to 42 inches Length (top back shoulder to hem): 39.5 inches Marked size 38, but the cut allows it to comfortably accommodate a range of sizes. ⸻ Styling & Occasions: This is one of those rare pieces that shape-shifts depending on styling: * Cinch it with a wide belt for a strong, runway-inspired power look * Wear it loose with heels for gallery openings, dinners, or cocktail events * Add tights and boots for a polished daytime city look * Style with flats or sandals for a chic resort or vacation statement * Layer under a tailored coat with the tie peeking out for a dramatic fall ensemble From daytime sophistication to evening presence, this dress moves effortlessly between worlds. ⸻ A true collector’s Yves Saint Laurent piece—rich in color, grounded in history, and endlessly versatile. Yves Saint Laurent, YSL Rive Gauche, Fall 1988 runway, 1988 YSL dress, vintage Yves Saint Laurent dress, Yves Saint Laurent runway dress, YSL floral silk dress, red floral silk dress, vintage designer dress, French designer dress, 1980s Yves Saint Laurent, 1980s runway dress, YSL tie neck dress, Saint Laurent vintage dress, Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche dress, vintage cocktail dress, collector Yves Saint Laurent, luxury vintage dress, Yves Saint Laurent floral dress...

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French 1980s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage 1982 Bob Mackie Red Fully Beaded Dress Gown size US 4
Vintage 1982 Bob Mackie Red Fully Beaded Dress Gown size US 4

Vintage 1982 Bob Mackie Red Fully Beaded Dress Gown size US 4

By Bob Mackie

Located in Montgomery, TX

An extraordinary and rare Bob Mackie evening gown from his 1982 collection, showcasing the designer’s legendary mastery of beadwork and dramatic glamour. This strapless gown is const...

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American 1980s Evening Dresses and Gowns

1980s Bob Mackie Couture Emerald Green Chiffon Leather Leaf 80s Grecian Gown 6
1980s Bob Mackie Couture Emerald Green Chiffon Leather Leaf 80s Grecian Gown 6

1980s Bob Mackie Couture Emerald Green Chiffon Leather Leaf 80s Grecian Gown 6

By Bob Mackie

Located in San Diego, CA

Quite possibly my favorite BOB MACKIE Couture dress EVER! I cannot even begin to describe this beauty! Beautiful emerald green silk with black silk chiffon overlay. Features a conver...

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American 1980s Evening Dresses and Gowns

I Magnin Royal Blue One Shoulder Avant Garde Vintage Gown, 1980s
I Magnin Royal Blue One Shoulder Avant Garde Vintage Gown, 1980s

I Magnin Royal Blue One Shoulder Avant Garde Vintage Gown, 1980s

By I. Magnin

Located in San Diego, CA

Fabulous early 1980s I. MAGNIN royal blue Avant Garde full length taffeta maxi evening dress! Features a vibrant royal blue color. Ruffle origami detail at top left shoulder, and dia...

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American 1980s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Patrick Kelly A/W 1989 Red and Black Wool Bolero Runway Dress
Patrick Kelly A/W 1989 Red and Black Wool Bolero Runway Dress

Patrick Kelly A/W 1989 Red and Black Wool Bolero Runway Dress

By Patrick Kelly

Located in Los Angeles, CA

An iconic dress from Patrick Kelly's Autumn Winter 1989 runway show. This collection of chic and provocative designs featured many of the hallmark elements that have since become emb...

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French 1980s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage Teal Blue Silk Sequin + Beaded Art Deco/ Flapper Dress
Vintage Teal Blue Silk Sequin + Beaded Art Deco/ Flapper Dress

Vintage Teal Blue Silk Sequin + Beaded Art Deco/ Flapper Dress

Located in Sparks, NV

Vintage 1920s-inspired 1980s teal blue silk dress with hand done sequin and beadwork. Full blouson sleeves that zip at the cuff. Side slits. Fully lined in silk. The marked size is a...

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Indian 1980s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Jean Louis Sherrer Lacquered Lace Cocktail Dress
Jean Louis Sherrer Lacquered Lace Cocktail Dress

Jean Louis Sherrer Lacquered Lace Cocktail Dress

By Jean-Louis Scherrer

Located in New York, NY

Lovely J.L Scherrer cocktail dress in black lacquered lace over black velvet boned bustier dress. Larged ruffled lace collar and cuffs. Covered lace buttons down the back provide entry and a gathered lace "waist" cinches the silhouette. Lace ruff can be propped up with the addition of jewelry (choker) underneath for a more dramatic look.
The lacquered lace is shiny and slightly subversive. Multiple layers of tulle prop up the gathered skirt. This wearable 80's relic looks particularly current with its visible velvet shoulder pads. A beautifully crafted and constructed dress...

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French 1980s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Vintage Bob Mackie Boutique Fully Beaded Fringe Evening Dress Gown M
Vintage Bob Mackie Boutique Fully Beaded Fringe Evening Dress Gown M

Vintage Bob Mackie Boutique Fully Beaded Fringe Evening Dress Gown M

By Bob Mackie

Located in Montgomery, TX

Exquisitely crafted vintage evening dress by legendary American designer Bob Mackie, renowned for his opulent, highly embellished creations worn by icons and entertainers. This stri...

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1980s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Thierry Mugler Bombshell Gown FW 1986 Silk Velvet Dress Black
Thierry Mugler Bombshell Gown FW 1986 Silk Velvet Dress Black

Thierry Mugler Bombshell Gown FW 1986 Silk Velvet Dress Black

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Berlin, BE

Cut from liquid black silk velvet and sculpted with the precision of a master couturier, this Thierry Mugler gown embodies the Designer's enduring obsession with the female form. The...

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French 1980s Evening Dresses and Gowns

VICTOR COSTA 1986 Vintage Sample LBD Peplum Bow Ruched
VICTOR COSTA 1986 Vintage Sample LBD Peplum Bow Ruched

VICTOR COSTA 1986 Vintage Sample LBD Peplum Bow Ruched

By Victor Costa

Located in Leonardo, NJ

Victor Costa Vintage SS86 Sample Piece Jet black with velvet optional belt Can really snatch the waist with the belt Bustier style Velvet bow at front Back invisible zip Please refer...

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1980s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Black and fushia bustier cocktail dress VICTOR COSTA
Black and fushia bustier cocktail dress VICTOR COSTA

Black and fushia bustier cocktail dress VICTOR COSTA

By Victor Costa

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Black and fushia bustier cocktail dress. No fabric composition tag but probably rayon. Zip and hook&eye closure on the middle back. Boned bustier. SIZE S

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American 1980s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Chic 1980s Silk Chiffon Size 8 / 10 Sunflower Print Turquoise Vintage 80s Dress
Chic 1980s Silk Chiffon Size 8 / 10 Sunflower Print Turquoise Vintage 80s Dress

Chic 1980s Silk Chiffon Size 8 / 10 Sunflower Print Turquoise Vintage 80s Dress

Located in San Diego, CA

Chic late 80s sunflower and hibiscus printed silk chiffon short sleeve dress ! Features a tailored bodice with a tiered ruffle skirt. Hidden zipper up the back with hook-and-eye clos...

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1980s Evening Dresses and Gowns