1980s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Yves Saint Laurent’s relationship to art is often refered to as a dialogue with art and a tribute to various artists But Saint Laurent wasn’t just copying artists such as Mondrian, P...

This is a fine and rare runway documented Chloe musical instrument dress. A showstopping piece designed by Karl Lagerfeld from the spring / summer 1983 collection. Ornately beaded d...

Chanel for Bergdorf Goodman, Circa 1980's. Red cashmere with gold clover buttons. 100% Cashmere. Mint Vintage Condition. Shoulders 33 in Bust 38 in Waist 28 in Length 38 in Sleeve...

Bob Mackie Fully Beaded Red Black Long Dress Gown December 1983 - Cosmopolitan Cover ( worn by Brooke Shields ) and Limited Edition - One of the Best Bob Mackie Dress!!! On Grammys 2...

In 1987, the New York Times described Victor Costa as “widely recognized as a significant contributor to the current vogue for flamboyant, super-feminine dresses...

Bodice can be worn separately from gown. Exceptional construction and hand finishing, fully lined in silk taffeta. 1980 VALENTINO Black Silk Tulle Couture Quality Gown With Lace And ...

This vintage Oscar de la Renta evening dress is in a luxe black velvet and it is accented with pink satin ruffles at the collar, hem, and down the front. The dress has long sleeves and closes with a back zipper from the collar to the hips with snaps at the collar. Oscar de la Renta dresses are always special and so nice to own because they are made to last. We always love finding his vintage pieces and this one would be an effortless perfect special occasion dress...

One of Princess Diana’s favourite designers, Victor Edelstein was known as the master of the English thoroughbred look. Created by his namesake brand in London in the 1980s, this chi...

Introducing the Lanvin Haute Couture 1980s Velvet Bias Cut Black Gown, a breathtaking masterpiece that epitomizes timeless elegance and sophistication. T...

Embrace the epitome of timeless femininity and chic elegance with the Pauline Trigere 1980s Silk Chiffon Ruffle Dress. This black sheer silk...

By the French designer Isabelle Allard, this 80's evening dress is sure to get you in the mood to party ! Made from metallic silver lace that's ruched throughout to emphasise the clo...

This exuberant 1980s to early 1990s evening dress is by Arnold Scaasi and is made to couture standards. It is from his most exclusive range which was only available in his New York ...

Chic DONNA KARAN Spring 1987 vintage three piece silk ensemble ! Strapless yellow / marigold bustier features inner support with two sets of hook-and-eye closures, and long side sash...

This dress is quite fabulous! A Louis Feraud from the 1980s, it’s asymmetrically heavily embellished in an abstract mosaic of multiple bead types and saturated jewel tones. Sequins, ...

Illuminate the Night with the 1980s Black Metallic Gold Velvet Lace Dress! The dress is crafted from a unique black velvet lace fabric, adding a to...

A fabulous purple silk strapless bustier jumpsuit from an early Gianni Versace collection. The fitted, micro pleated, boned bustier bodice crosses and w...

Indulge in Timeless Elegance with the Yves Saint Laurent 1980s Black Backless Evening Dress! Introducing a sophisticated and chic piece from the 1980s, the Yves Saint Laurent Black B...

Museum-Worthy 1980s Jean Paul Gaultier Pour Equator Maxi black Dress in lycra, with silk bow, knitted sleeves and tulle skirt. Size 44 IT. Condition: Overall...

Very cool and chic vintage grey cotton velvet strapless dress with matching cropped jacket. A unique statement piece! Features metalic embroidery detail. Size 10 to fit extra small...

A stunning vintage gown by Victor Costa. In a wonderful combination of red satin and black velvet , the gown has a square neckline with some boning in the body, a drop waist with wo...

It's no secret that we are obsessed with Yves Saint Laurent but this incredible Fall/Winter 1982 runway dress is truly a work of art! This runway show received glowing reviews from f...

For a formal special event, this 1980s maxi dress sleeveless gown by American designer Victor Costa features glamorous glossy red satin that is gathered, ruched and topstitched in bo...

This timeless quintessential corseted, shirred, ruched and topstitched "little black dress" produced by Victor Costa in the 1980s was made for the high standards of New York's trendsetting Bergdorf Goodman when it was the first U.S. luxury department store to order exclusive special-occasion dresses from this Texas designer and subsequently to give him a namesake in-store boutique. He soon became associated with the feminine glamorous gowns worn by "PYT" (Costa-speak for pretty young things) on the Dallas-based television-series "Dynasty", which idealized a status-conscious Texas woman mostly via fashion. With a strapless curvaceous sweetheart neckline (spared from '80s shoulder pads!), narrow sinuous folds of crepe silk-blend jersey cross diagonally below the decollete, while contrasting vertical ruching defines the seven bones of the invisible corset structure that is fully lined on the interior. Under the bust in front below the empire-like peaked high waist, the fitted tucked underlay of the cocktail dress wraps around the back to end as an overlay in front, where the opening on the left side extends to the bodice like a discreet slit. The freely hanging bias-cut overlay in front is gathered underneath each breast for a forgiving central drape that adds additional curves to make the wearer's torso underneath appear in sleek condition despite a potentially less than ideal figure. The dress closes with a concealed zipper in the center of the back, with exterior hook-and-eye fastening to narrow the waist. There is a second concealed hook-and-eye fastener at the top of the zipper. Although the only remaining tag is the Costa/Bergdorf label, it is a contemporary U.S.-size 8, which will also suit a large-busted size 6 or a svelte size 10. Now 88 years old, Victor Costa (b.1935) became widely known by the 1980s in The States for perfecting affordable luxurious gowns that could be mistaken for one-of-a-kind flamboyant designs by foreign couturiers Christian Lacroix, Arnold Scaasi, Oscar de la Renta or Valentino Garavani. Early on, the avid female sketcher...

Circa 1981 France Iconic quilted Bolero with fins in "Papier Fou" by Paco Rabanne Haute Couture dating from the first edition of 1981. Thi...

Make an unforgettable entrance wearing this stunning Lillie Rubin sheer black ballgown. The gown has beautiful details. Embellished with a play of textures: gorgeous floral black lace at the bodice, sheer sleeves & neckline and an ethereal black-on-black polka dot, soft tulle floor-length full skirt. This designer evening gown...

Fine and rare 1986 'bird dress' by legendary British designer Antony Price who created some of the most exclusive and glamourous evening wear of the 1970s and 1980s. The fabric is a ...

Mob Wife dress if there ever was one! 1980s Escada evening dress which is full glam. The top half is draped silk done in a wrap top effect. On the crepe silk of multiple layers th...

Paul-Louis Orrier Black Velvet Gown with Pink Silk Flower. Couture designer Paul-Louis Orrier, who became widely recognized in the 1970s, was celebrated for dressing the boldest and most audacious figures of his time, including Liza Minnelli. This stunning dress...

Bill Blass Hot Pink Silk taffeta strapless gown with attached shawl. Vintage from the 1980s. Features back zipper, pleated waist, full skirt and structured strapless bodice with a wr...

This stunningly sensual black haute couture evening gown was designed by one of the true masters of 20th century couture, Yves Saint Laurent. Designed by YSL for his Fall/Winter 198...

Murray Arbeid Early 1990’s Black Tulle with blue and silver metallic detail through the Gown - Size 8 This late 1980’s or Early 1990’s gown is made of multi layers of tulle and a Bla...

Vintage 80's Bob Mackie Fully Beaded Evening Dress Gown Size Label Missing - Please check Measurements Turtleneck evening dress fully beaded in burgundy and red glass beads over the ...

A fabulous black taffeta dress from Victor Costa. It has a deep V back with an elaborate double drape layer decorated with black appliqued flowers...

Presenting a fabulous chartreuse Oscar de la Renta strapless gown. From the Fall/Winter 1989 collection, this dazzling gown debuted o...

This is a dream of a dress, classically elegant with timeless style. Designed by famed couture designer Arnold Scaasi, who dressed many First Ladies as well as Oscar Awards ensembles...

Presenting this absolutely breathtaking light pink crêpe cady silk Valentino Garavani strapless gown with a daring back décolleté. From the Spring/Summer 1985 Haute Couture collectio...

Circa 1985 France Black and wine lace cocktail dress embroidered with sequins by Louis Féraud Haute couture dating from the 1980s.  Short, form-fitting sheath dress with long sleev...

Absolutely stunning Victor Costa vintage evening gown! The dress is a super-soft, deep navy velvet with contrasting-textured navy satin accents. The satin forms inset panels at the b...

This elegant Bill Blass designer vintage dress is from his 1985 collection and we think it's so fabulous! The long dress in in a stunning black and white abstract print...

1980s Victor Costa Watercolor Floral Strapless Dress with Ruffled Skirt A beautiful floral dress with a structured bodice with boning and stuff tulle lined ruffles.

A fun and easy to wear vintage party dress by British designer Bruce Oldfield. In a blue velvet, the dress has pleat detail on the front, a stand up collar , back central zip and zi...

This is a stunning Scaasi Boutique 1980's vintage blue silk taffeta one shoulder evening gown. The high low silhouette, bows and unique criss cross pleating make this dress an incred...

Own a piece of fashion history with this exceptional dress from Issey Miyake's 1989 Reverse Pleats Collection. Crafted in black polyester, an ideal fabric for pleating, this museum-q...

A 1990's pretty, floaty , floral silk dress by Cacharel. The dress is in a floral print with layers of silk, and has spaghetti straps and a hankerchief hem. It has a side zip and ...

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...

Stylish late 1980s or early 1990s dress and jacket ensemble by British occasion-wear designer Frank Usher. The dress has elegant shoulder straps with a lightly boned sweetheart bodi...

Make a bold statement with our Galanos for Amen Wardy Green Velvet Belted Dress—a luxurious and vibrant piece that captures the essence of 1980s fashion. This seafood green crushed v...

Indulge in opulence with our Christian Dior 1980s Metallic Purple Long Sleeve Gown—a floor-length masterpiece that encapsulates the essence of timel...

This is a sensational vintage 1980's Norma Kamali dress in a beautiful black satin taffeta. Norma Kamali often used the Victorian era as inspiration for her clothing and she was able to do it with a unique twist. Many designers today are trying to do this look, evoking Wednesday Addams vibes, but we think that no one did it quite as well as Kamali. This dress is particularly special because it is a perfect example of her unique talent. We love having Norma Kamali pieces in our collection because she helped defined the look of the 1980's and is continuing to define modern fashion. By rediscovering the shoulder pads of the 1940's and by using unconventional materials like sweatshirt fleece in high end clothing, Kamali secured her place as one of the original fashion history influencers. From the red swimsuit she designed that put a Farrah Fawcett poster in every adolescent boy's bedroom to her parachute silk dresses and sleeping bag coats...

Adolfo 1980’s Black Wool Knit Rhinestone Embellished Dress- Size 6 This 1980’s fantastic Adolfo creation is in a black wool knit, Bateau ...

Are you ready to make an unforgettable entrance? Embrace the electrifying style of the 1980s with our Vintage Valentino Pink Bow Dress, an iconic piece...

Illuminate the Night with the 1980s Metallic Gold Velvet Lace Dress! The dress is crafted from a unique brown velvet lace fabric, adding a touch of...

This Carolina Herrera 1980s gown is a true embodiment of extravagance and glamour. Caroline Herrara's designs carry the essence of elegance and luxury, making it onto various First L...

Step into the epitome of timeless glamour with our Christian Dior 1980s Burgundy & Metallic Gold Gown—a luxurious and versatile piece that encapsulates the s...

Loretta di Lorenzo vintage 80s evening dress. Black velvet sheath dress, crochet details on the sweetheart neckline. Bow on the chest, sleeves with ...

Bob Mackie Strapless beaded bodice evening dress with semi full skirt, in fuchsia satin. This gorgeous dress is perfect for any big night. The bod...

A fun vintage party dress in an attractive brown velvet. The dress has a drop waist, and frill detail on the cuffs and hem. It is unlined. Measurements: Bust 38'', length 41''

Step into an era of timeless elegance with our Chloe by Karl Lagerfeld 1980s Embellished Midi Dress—a black mid-length masterpiece that captures...