1980s Evening Dresses and Gowns

A wonderful vintage dress by Donald Campbell, in a blue, gold and rust coloured fabric . The dress is sleeveless, with a v neckline and a central back zip.

Sexy cotton floral Ungaro cocktail dress/day dress in pique with vibrant green, orange and purple flowels. Fresh enough for a visit to a tropical wedding, perfect for a cruise or jus...

Gianni Versace circa mid 80's shaped black linen dress with vibrant yellow insert detail on capped sleeve. In crisp like new condition. Fitted through the waist, sleek shoulder lines...

The pants are double layered and cut on the bias with side slits. Hemmed with the most beautiful haute couture grade baby hand rolled seams. Clothing will very simply never be made t...

Jet-black, fine-gauge, cotton jersey dress with cowl neckline and angled patch pocket at front designed by Kenzo Takada dating to 1985 as seen on the Kenzo spring runway. Dress is la...

Circa 1982 France Amazing short safari-style dress in buff-coloured suede by Emanuel Ungaro Parallèle dating from the early 1980s. Straight cut with puffed sleeves and stitched inserts. Beige stretch knit with turtleneck effect collar and cuffs. Two slit pockets on the side and a thin integrated belt to tie for a blouson effect. Cream nylon lining and Ungaro Parallèle Paris logo label, size 10 Made in Italy. Dry-cleaned suede with no soiling apart from a slight structural patina of the suede skin. No defects to report. Good overall structural condition. Dimensions: Equivalent size M France...

Pauline Trigère vintage 2 pc set from 1980s. The shape of the caftanesque top and the flowing elasticized waist skirt are inspired by the stunning Indian silks used for sarees. In fa...

Cocktail wrap Bustier dress in silk jacquard with printed roses. Double lays bustier with 2 zips on the left side. The underneath bustier is boned and has a black tulle lining. Whi...

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...

A striking 1980s Adam Beall 40s-inspired cocktail dress in black velvet with a strong shoulder silhouette and a vivid fuchsia X-draped silk charmeuse back. US size 6. Long-sleeved wi...

Franka vintage 80s short dress. Elegant one-shoulder sheath dress with tone-on-tone streaks. Black velvet color. Bodice with boning. Sleeve with shoulder strap. Internally lined. Zip...

80s Tadashi Organza and Jersey Gown. Thick jersey knit bodice. Unlined. Skirt has an outer layer of organza, supported by two layers of mesh and lining. Zips up back.

This wonderful rare Iconic Jean Paul Gaultier 'Gibo' black mini dress is detailed with boning on the bodice, and has a high zippered neckline and boned bodice on both front and ba...

James Galanos is often a hidden gem of fashion. With his designs ranging from eccentric to presidential, Galanos’ work played a tremendous role in carving out the concept of American...

A striking two piece evening dress from Geoffrey Beene is done in a combination of black wool jersey and black satin. The center part of the top and the entire skirt are made from th...

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...

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...

1980s Arnold Scaasi off-the-shoulder cocktail dress with black velvet and ruffled horizontal stripes. Silk changeant taffeta in olive/slate palette. Stand-up bandeau décolletage and ...

This timeless vintage little black party dress was made by David Hayes in the late 1980s/early 1990s. David Hayes was a Los Angeles designer very active during the 80s and 90s who fa...

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''

1980s Bill Blass Stylized Gold Lame Leopard Evening Sarong Style Skirt Suit: Beautiful, exotic and extravagant signature Blass piece for your New Year extravaganza. Lined in red silk...

BEYOND amazing Emmanuelle Khanh black pleated wool long sleeve gown from the 1980's. Eye is drawn to the stunning hand sewn paisley pattern embroidery and beading. Embroidery and bea...

Very rare, black floral printed silk dress with halter neck, flounce at bust and matching long waist sash from Yves Saint Laurent dating to spring of 1983 exactly as seen on the runw...

Stunning red floral printed silk dress with halter neck, flounce at bust and matching long waist sash from Yves Saint Laurent dating to the spring of 1983 exactly as seen on the runw...

Nobu Nakano Black linen-blend dress has cream hand-embroidery accents also with hand-stitched gathering on one side of the dress and also on the sleeves. T...

A chic vintage cocktail dress by Bellville Sassoon. The dress has a low boat neckline, and decorative beading across the bust and waist. The dress is fully lined and has a central ba...

A great vintage gown in black and purple by Bruce Oldfield. The dress has a v neckline with a purple pleated over skirt.- front and back. The dress has a 14 1/2 " slit at the back.

A chic and pretty vintage cocktail dress by Odicini Couture. The dress has a lace top and spot skirt with bow at the front. It is strapless but shoulder straps could easily be added....

Known today as the home of luxury British menswear, Hardy Amies earnt his stripes designing womenswear. Best renowned for his appointment in 1955 to HRH Queen Elizabeth II as Royal Dressmaker, Aimes created pieces for many public figures and the quality of his work is undeniably reflected in this little black dress. Suitably show-stealing and perfect for a high-glamour event, the bodice and sleeves are tailored from thick black lace which allows the skin to peep through. Further detailed with floral embroidery and tonal sequins, it comes alive as it catches the light. The mid-calf length skirt is tailored from black silk, two soft pleats falling from under the wide, glossy satin bow at the waist. Double-lined with both black crepe and satin, it fastens with a hidden tonal zip at the rear along with a single hook-and-eye clasp. This 1980s couture gown...

1980s Valetino Missy Black Cocktail Dress w/ Satin Trim. Organza peek-a-boo bib collar. Satin bow decorates trim at mid-thigh.

This vivacious late 1980s sateen and lace cocktail dress in cobalt blue is by the famous London boutique Roots and is playful, dynamic and in excellent vintage condition. Sadly the b...

Nina Ricci - (Made in France) Black velvet evening dress with a satin bustier and muslin multicolored flounced shoulders. Size label missing, it fits a 40FR. 1987/1988 Collection. Bo...

1980s or early 1990s Guy Laroche cotton shirtwaister dress that features a crossover sweetheart neckline with gently puffed sleeves. I really love the print on the gathered skirt whi...

Stunning Givenchy 2 piece set from the 1980s. Black polyester with wrap style with large sash at waist that can be tied to your liking. Long fringe trim at wrists and hem. V neck. Ex...

A chic dress by Caroline Charles.The dress is made of gold lace and lined in black. It has a drop waist with a ruffle at the hem, and a central back zip.

A great cocktail dress by Irish designer Hagarty. In a lovely devorre like fabric the dress has a v backline , gathered puff sleaves and a full skirt.

1980S YVES SAINT LAURENT Navy & Green Silk Taffeta Ruffle Tiered Strapless Cocktail Dress

Fun 1980s Raffaella Curiel strapless, drop waist cocktail dress. Black ruched bodice with scalloped rose printed layered skirt and bust detail. Small bl...

A chic vintage cocktail /dinner dress by Donald Campbell. The dress has a velvet body , with a v neckline front and back. It has a central back zip, and central velvet strip down the...

Circa 1980/1985 France Music-Hall Evening Dress inspired by Art Deco in Silver and embroidered with black and silver faceted paillons and silver tubular pearls from the 1980s. Skin-tight dress with short flounced sleeves with small shouder pads. Embroideries on black muslin alternating geometric patterns, stripes, Art Deco triangles ending in draped and wavy stripes in the skirt recalling a mermaid tail. Large oval cleavage in the back tightened by a hook with rounded collar with Egyptian revival type. Shoulder pads in foam that can also be used as puff sleeves. Zip closure in the back at the waist. Black nylon lining. No label. Probably a French Music-Hall show dress...

Victor Costa Black Velvet Slashed Sleeve Dress, 1980s. Velvet shift dress with puffed faux-slashed sleeves in the Tudor style. Zips up back.

1980s Patricia and Charles Lester drop waist evening dress. Gunmetal devoree velvet with a medieval leaf print throughout. The bateau neckline balances the drop shoulders, Dolman sle...

Best known for his high-end, feminine silhouettes, haute couture designer Givenchy rose to international acclaim during the 1960s by creating his signature looks for actress Audrey Hepburn. Maintaining a classic romantic elegance to his designs, Givenchy began experimenting with bolder colors and pattern options around the 1980s. This dress is made from a vivid green silk that has red-violet cherries throughout. Satin spots add intermittent luster throughout. A modest neckline rounds into slightly gathered short sleeves as classic silhouette evokes Givenchy’s traditional style. The skirt includes an overlay that is hemmed with a sweeping ruffle that adds some playfulness to match the print. An excellent vintage piece, this dress can easily be worn as a casual day dress...

This Red, Green & Gold fully sequined 2-piece Mini Suit has a Diamond Pattern. Both jacket and skirt are fully sequined and also fully lined in silk organza. The skirt has a zipper, ...

Black and grey floral dress. Ruched side. Rear zipper. Rear slit. Lined. Made in Hong Kong *Condition: excellent vintage condition. No visible flaws. Measurements Taken Laying Flat ...

A very elegant Nina Ricci Couture Summer gown in rich chocolate silk Gazar fabric is smartly tailored to enhance the shape of this crisp design. The desi...

Missoni multicolored black metallic striped long sleeve dress with a detachable ruffle collar and a matching braided four strand rope belt. Elastic c...

1980s Victor Costa Black Strapless Lace and Tulle Dress. Black strapless floral lace dress with layered sculpted tulle, drop-waist, and bow on the side....

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

Bold and bright late 1980s silk jacquard dress by Louis Feraud. It has a high, rounded neckline and long sleeves which are padded at the shoulder to create a distinctly 80s structure...

A good 1970s black slip dress by British heritage brand Frank Usher, perfect for a black tie or cocktail event. It has spaghetti straps, and a fitted bodice with a V neck front. The ...

Elegant, phenomenal, refined and fine evening dress from the famous Italian fashion house Renato Balestra from the 70s-80s. The dress is made in two sections: skirt and shirt. The sk...

Vintage Galanos c.1980's wool knit shift dress. Black crew neckline dress. Long sleeves with zipper closures at cuffs. Ivory geometric avant garde zig zag detail from waistline to he...

This is an exquisite 1980s elaborately beaded and sequined Louis Féraud black pure cotton velvet and vibrant coloured satin cocktail dress. The knee-length dress features an abstract...

Long sleeve black velvet Valentino cocktail dress from the 1980's with a jersey sash detail. The dress has a boat style neckline, slight puffe...

1980S Black & White Polka Dot Puff Sleeve Cocktail Dress With Large Bow

Yves Saint Laurent silk crepe de chine leopard print dress. On the front, there is a 'off-centered front fold-over slit (17 1/2 inches;) 3 3/4 inches; wide over flap. Back center zip...

Givenchy Couture, black velvet cocktail dress having black sequins embellishment in the form of circles. Dress has long sleeves with a cowl, draped neckline having an interior "weig...