1980s Evening Dresses and Gowns

Amazing late 80s SAKS 5th AVENUE fully sequined colorful graffiti print silk dress ! Features a body hugging fit, with cut-out details on the back. Hidden zipper up the back with hoo...

Here is a marvellous opportunity to purchase a very rare and bespoke piece of vintage fashion from the 1980s from America's designer the amazing Whiting & Davis. This spectacular pie...

Introducing an exquisite piece of fashion history: the iconic Azzedine Alaïa nude soft leather dress from the Spring-Summer 1981 collection. Crafted with meticulous attention to deta...

Galanos Vintage Purple and Black Lace Bow Dress Circa 1980s; for I. Magnin Black satin; purple lace bodice Long sleeve with snap fastening at cuffs Round neckline Side seam pockets...

Photographed by Richard Avedon for the Spring-Summer 1987 ADV campaign (see picture 2), this rare 80's Gianni Versace dress has still its original tag attached together with its reta...

▪ Jean Paul Gaultier sweater dress ▪ Sold by One of a Kind Archive ▪ Fall-Winter 1989 ▪ Constructed from black ribbed-knit wool ▪ Turtle neck ▪ Caged skirt...

Museum worthy piece of Fashion History The iconic Thierry Mugler Stingray Dress SS 1989 Collection. Famously worn at the legendary Les Atlantes Runwayshow by Dianne Brill. A Signatu...

A very pretty flower pattern silk dress from Emanuel Ungaro in pinks, blues, greens and golds on an off white background. It has a sweetheart neckline, elbow length puffed sleeves wi...

Sexy and slinky black velvet strapless mermaid style gown from the 1980's, the height of Vicky Tiel's epic career. Pleated gold lame inset front and ...

Circa 1980 France Elegant black silk velvet Chasuble evening dress by Madame Grès Haute Couture (attributed to) dating from the 1980s. Minimalist Chasuble cut with two large triang...

A/W 1989 Geoffrey Beene black lamé long sleeve gown. Silk and tinsel blend metallic lamé velvet gown with long sleeves and built-in shoulder pads (removable as desired). Fitted waist...

Black velvet and wool cocktail dress.Shoulder pads. Zip on the cuffs. Bow on the top middle front. Rayon lining. Size 42 / L

Museum worthy piece of Fashion History A fabulous extremely rare Thierry Mugler evening gown. Very beautiful old Hollywood vibes. Assuming FW1986 Collection as the black velvet and c...

Illuminate the night with this breathtaking evening gown from the illustrious American designer, Bob Mackie. Known for his iconic 'barely there' beaded creations adored by luminaries...

Purple silk bustier cocktail dress with bow and pleated skirt. Orange silk lining and petticoat. Draped on the bust. Boned. Zip and hook&eye closure in the middle back. SIZE XS

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent silk dress with a checkered belt Fastens with a zipper on the back Period – 1980s Size – FR38 / S, refer ...

Black velvet bustier evening dress with furs around the waist. No fabric tag composition but the lining is probably in rayon and the fur is fox. Zip and hook&eye in the middle back....

In the 1980s, Christian Dior experienced a resurgence in popularity and influence under the creative direction of designer Marc Bohan, who helmed the fashion house from 1960 to 1989....

Bob Mackie black sequin embroidered lace evening gown with black silk shoulder ribbon bows, nude lining from the 1980s. Gorgeous evening dress with a low V neckline at the front & ba...

Black velvet cocktail dress with silver jersey inset and laced in the back with velvet ribbon. Draped on the hips. Zip middle back + boned on the side. SIZE 38 (Fr) S

Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a vintage Jean Paul Gaultier black mesh dress featuring solid sleeves, a sheer bodice with button front, lace waist detail, and gathered skir...

We always love finding vintage Odicini Couture pieces and this is such a fabulous dress! The Italian designer, Andrea Odicini sold his clothes in Paris, Geneva, Rome, Dallas, and in ...

Circa 1980 France A long evening dress in Burgundy velvet by Pierre Cardin Haute Couture dating from the 1980s. Sheath dress with boat neckline and long sleeves zipped at the cuffs...

AZZEDINE ALAIA Vintage 1980's navy knitted tiered ruffles plunge neck dress Reference: TGAS/C01665 Brand: Alaia Designer: Azzedine Alaia Collection: 1980s Material: Feels like cotton...

Yves Saint Laurent was a designer of the old manner who understood how to cut . His work is about perfection of line. The designer was all about how to work with a beautiful fabric....

Backless cocktail dress in printed chiffon and rhinestone neckless. no fabric tag composition but probably silk. Double-lays of fabric: top one is ch...

Gold and black damask bustier cocktail dress with black satin bow on the bust. The fabric composition tag has been cut but the lining is probably acetate. Petti-coat underneath make...

What's better than leopard? Leopard AND sequins of course! Rock the holidays in our incredible 1980s Saks Fifth Avenue x Mignon dress! Made of a subtle le...

This is a stunning Bob Mackie vintage black evening dress from the 1980's. The illusion lace bodice has a nude lining and is adorned with sparkling sequins and ribbons, with eyelash ...

Amazing vintage one sleeved black asymmetric dress by New York designer Alfred Bosand, circa 1980s. Full skirt with a single puffed sleeve. Very avant-garde in style, even for today! Rhinestones set in prongs create a fun bow design at bust. Dress is beautifully hand finished. Alfred studied at Pratt and The Fashion Academy and designed for several other designers before opening his 57th avenue workshop and showroom, which he maintained through his retirement in 1986. His gowns retailed at Saks Fifth Avenue, Neiman Marcus and other high end boutiques. He dressed many celebrities and created the wardrobes for a decade of Miss Americas through the 1960s. Fabric unknown, feels like a mid-weight silk satin. Skirt lined in a light organza-like fabric to hold shape. Made in USA. Shown on a size 2 dress...

This incredible vintage 1980's Bob Mackie Boutique vintage evening dress is such a good example of Mackie's attention to detail in his designs. The dress has a solid red silk crepe s...

Vintage 80's Bob Mackie Boutique Green Blue Fully Beaded Silk Evening Dress Gown Designer size 8 ( modern size will be smaller - pls. check measurements). Hand Beaded, Thousands Gree...

This iconic Thierry Mugler creation, famously known as the "Vampire" dress, made its debut in 1981 and has since been donned in different variations by celebrities such as Claudia Schiffer, Natalie Portman, Dua Lipa, Alexa Demie...

1970s Bill Blass Black Silk Taffeta Strapless Gown; Fitted Boned Bodice with Outsized Bow; Cascading Ostrich Feather Skirt.

Yves Saint Laurent's original 1980s version of the tulle trimmed dress available in the Saint Laurent Fall 2019 collection. The strapless bustier dress comes with a matching bolero....

Introducing the Zandra Rhodes White Spring/Summer 1985 Dress - a stunning display of hand-selected classic pearlescent dangle beads and rhinestones. With a ...

Incredible early 1980s does 1920s lipstick / cherry red fully fringed flapper style sleeveless dress ! Features nine tiers of fringe throughout the entire dress. Hidden zipper up the...

A stunning wedding kimono dating from the 1980s . In red shot silk with gold thread detail in the design of Cranes, Ume,/ Plum Blossom and Bamboo. Crane...

GIVENCHY HAUTE COUTURE - (Made in France) Red silk and black velvet bustier dress. No size indicated, it fits a 34FR/36FR. Condition: Very good c...

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...

1980's John Anthony peach strapless fully sequined sheath gown with geometric center gathered detail. Built-in boning, waist belt and concealed back zip closure, with moderate length...

James Galanos 1980s Black and White Puff Sleeve Pleated Open Back Dress Vintage; circa 1980s Made for Nan Duskin Philadelphia boutique Black/Cream White Bubble puff sleeves Round ne...

Black and white jacquard bustier cocktail dress with oversize flower pattern. Boned bustier in tulle underneath with padded and underwired bra. Gros grain in the waist and zip clos...

Unisex outfit by Comme des Garcons! Cut out at the sides. 2 big pockets. Pleated bottom. Colusure: zipper and button at the side. NEW with Tags! SIZE Men: fits from S to L. Women: ...

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...

This vintage 1980s floral party dress is pure feminine fun. The black background on this floral print is my preferred way to wear florals in the cold-weather months. Classic 1980s pu...

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

This iconic Loris Azzaro Paris two piece set consists of a corset top and skirt, which look like a dress when worn together, but offer the flexibility of pairing with other pieces– s...

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 ...

Valentino - (Made in Italy) Set composed of a semi-transparent skirt with flounces in black Swiss dot tulle and a bustier top with thin straps in black velvet and Swiss dot tulle. No...