20th Century Evening Dresses and Gowns

Floral printed metallic silk mini dress with gold beaded trim by Mollie Parnis. Sheer sleeves and rear zip closure. Fully lined. This dress will best fit a modern size small 2.

Vintage Leonard of Paris bright and flirty ruffled silk chiffon cocktail dress / evening gown, unmarked size, approximately US 6. Featuring four layer...

This vintage Sander Witlin couture gown is a truly one-of-a-kind work of art. Sander Witlin began his career as a fine artist, working in New York for a...

Extremely rare Pierre Balmain by Oscar de la Renta Haute Couture dress from Fall Winter 1993 collection. The dress is made of a delicate black lace with a beautiful velvet piping on ...

Capture the essence of timeless elegance with this extraordinary Chanel gown, a true masterpiece from the Fall/Winter 1985 collection designed by the legendary Karl Lagerfeld. "The M...

Bob Mackie Cashmere Knit Gown of ribbed knit from the 1990's. Long gown with strong shoulders. A checkerboard bib effect on front with ribbed rasberry knit trim which frames the bib ...

This black lace and taffeta evening gown was made by Ronald Amey in the 1970s and is absolutely gorgeous. The bodice features black floral lace with netting underneath, and the the ...

This fantastic 1970s jersey gown would not look out of place on Diana Ross or Jerry Hall at Studio 54 in the late 1970s. It features a gathered bodice wit...

A fabulous 2 piece black fine silk knit lace skirt and cardigan set from Alessandro Dell'Acqua. The long sleeve top buttons up front and at the hem has a sheer 3" panel of intricately pattern grey glass seed beads and silver sequins. There is a matching panel...

1930s Pink Hammered Silk Dress & Bolero Set. Bias cut full length dress with no closures, pulls on over head. Woven cross-back straps. Quarter length bol...

1960s George Halley Black Wool Crepe Column Gown w Stunning Beaded Fan Corset: Remarkable Victorian inspired fuchsia and black sequin and beaded strapless fan-shaped, fully corseted...

Extravagant Jiki, Monaco Studded Suede and Satin Ensemble from the 1990's. Royal blue suede cropped top set with pave rhinestones in crystal and blue. Matching skirt has a matching s...

1970s Zandra Rhodes Red Silk Chiffon Print Boho London Maxi Dress w Bead Details. Victorian revival style typical of Ms. Rhodes classics. Sheer black net décolletage, shawl-style dr...

Chic deadstock ( brand new with tags ) original 1960s Alvin Handmacher ( Weathervane Tailored by Handmacher ) baby blue skirt suit ! Features a tailore...

1970s ESTEVEZ bubblegum pink and nude brown chiffon caftan maxi dress ! Flower applique at center bust. Full metal zipper up the back with hook-and-eye closure. Great for any day or ...

1990s Murray Arbeid from Bergdorf Goodman strapless tulle gown as worn by Lady Diana ( see image) . Gown has 5 layers of tulle with silver stars sequins. Perfect for Holiday Party o...

David Brown for Saks Fifth Avenue Bold graphic print poly knit patio lounge gown c 1970s The stylish poly knit gown is illustrated with Japanese style woman on both the front & back sides The poly knit lounge...

Vicky Tiel, Paris Silk Crepe and Taffeta Strapless Dress from the 1990's. Heavy silk crepe with paper silk taffeta ruched, exaggerated puff sleeves. Interior boning, simple and elega...

Elegant and regal brand new late 90s (1998) vintage HALSTON by Randolph Duke for Saks 5th Avenue silk burnout velvet devore beaded evening dress ! Couture quality with so much attent...

Presenting a slate blue Yigal Azrouël crop top skirt set. From the late 1990s, this two-piece set consists of a cropped halter neck and maxi skirt. The halterneck top features a v-ne...

Yves Saint Laurent YSL red strapless gown with a black velvet band at the top of the bust. There is no fabric tag but fabric is silky with a satin ...

An ultra seductive and instantly recognizable Azzedine Alaia black sheer-illusion patterned silk knit floor-length gown from his iconic 1996 spring/summer collection. As shown, this ...

This is a vintage Mary McFadden Couture dress in a beautiful shade of blue. This pretty vintage fortuny style pleated dress has butterfly sleeves, a fitted waist, and a pretty neck...

A rare Christian Dior by John Galliano f/w 1999 sapphire blue eyelash silk bias cut gown. Designed with the utmost attention to couture detailing and sophisticated construction. Go...

This is a cream heavy weight cotton dress with hand embroidered flowers and birds in shades of pink, purple, blue, lime green, tan. This unlabeled Josefa dress...

A truly breathtaking and rare early 1990's metallic pale gold and blue lurex silk asymmetric bias-cut gown from the talented Countess Jacqueline de Ribes. A muse to Haute Couture des...

An absolutely stunning and highly desirable Halston couture fully beaded silk one-shoulder dress dating back to the mid 1970's. Halston revolutionized the way women dress and is one ...

This vintage Thierry Mugler beaded cocktail dress hails from the spring 1996 collection— it's twin walked the runway (see image below) but this dress is even more special with the im...

Bill Blass Satin Back Crepe Flapper Inspired Dress from the 1980's. One shoulder design with satin bloused waistband and short attached skirt. Large ...

Bob Mackie F/W 1991 Nude Mini Fully Beaded Dress From the second picture - Models wear the fashions of designer Bob Mackie at his Fall 1991 show in New York, April 11, 1991. The clot...

80-s Bob Mackie Beaded Bolero Dress Details: Color: Black/Gold Size 6 Bodice: 100% Nylon Bottom : 66% Acetate, 34% Rayon Condition: Excellent

Jet-black, moss crepe, maxi dress with cut-out shoulders keyhole neckline, ruffles and red satin trim designed by Ossie Clark for Radley dating to 1968. Dress size is not marked, alt...

A stunning Christian Dior gown in a pale pink silk. A long sleeveless silhouette it has an asymmetrical neckline and seaming. The dress skims the body through the hips, then becomes...

80s blue taffeta Scott McClintock strapless party dress with black velvet bodice and flocked skirt. Boning in bodice. Fully lined. Attached tul...

Sexy 1980s BOB MACKIE silk chiffon beaded and sequin evening gown ! Sheer bodice with thousands of hand-sewn silver and gold sequins and beads strategically placed to cover the bust....

Black crepe silk mini dress with marabou feather trim and satin bow designed by Yves Saint Laurent dating to the late 1970's. Labeled a French size 38. Approximate measurements: shou...

Authentic, preowned, vintage Louis Feraud evening gown and jacket 2pc set, sold by high end boutique Isaacson's in Atlanta, most likely in the early 90s. The open cropped jacket is m...

Issac Mizrahi, black and white check, silk taffeta, man tailored, long shirt dress, having a small, pointed collar, pocket detail on the chest, a gathere...

Lovely Art Deco Lace Evening Ensemble of cotton lace. Sleek gown with capelet bolero of 3 tier ruffled sleeves which snaps across the front. Typical Deco...

This chic black jersey dress was made by Dolce & Gabbana, most likely in the mid 1990s. Made from what we suspect is a viscose/elastane blend (no content label), the cut and construc...

Presenting an incredible black cheetah print Bob Mackie mini dress. From the early 1990s, this strapless mini dress features all of the glitz and sparkle one could ask of a Bob Mackie design. This fitted mini dress features a shimmery black velvet cheetah...

Strapless Bob Mackie evening dress with a velvet bodice and gold satin skirt. Heavy glass beaded embroidery down the front of the dress. Details: ...

Very 1950s tulle formal dress with a poofy tiered skirt and halter neckline. Details: Fully Lined Side Metal Zip Snap and Hook Closure Marked Size: Not Marked Estimated Size: Smal...

Presenting an incredible knit Salvatore Ferragamo bodysuit/gown. From the Fall/Winter 1997 collection, this fabulous piece debuted on the season's runway. Constructed of a dark teal ...

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...

Authentic, preowned, vintage Bob Mackie x Ray Aghayan 2-piece halter evening gown with matching feather trim cropped jacket, likely made in the 1970s. The halter dress is floor length and made from a bronze-hued metallic or lame' abstract animal print, which shimmers and shines in certain light! The matching cropped jacket fastens with three golden buttons and is trimmed at the collar and sleeves with gorgeous over-the-top feathers! An early design by Bob Mackie and Ray Aghayan...

1990S CARMEN MARC VALVO Chocolate Brown & Black Rayon Silk Burnout Velvet Backless Bias Gown

A truly magical and ultra rare Bill Gibb of London couture metallic gold lace tunic babydoll dress dating back to his 1978 fall-winter collection. His pieces are very collectible and...

Rare 1960s PIERRE CARDIN black and red Space Age shift dress ! While the Cardin label is missing, the store tag from Barcelona still remains. Lightweight wool fabric. Circles cut aro...

Beautiful 1960s MALCOLM STARR black silk chiffon Grecian inspired one shoulder evening dress / gown! Features a tailored bodice with an attached bow above the asymmetric waist line. ...

From the Fall/Winter 1985 collection, this elegant strapless Valentino dress debuted on the season's runway. This chic dress combines black and white silk ruching that drapes gracefu...

Vintage Donald Brooks Boutique Metallic Diamond Pattern Maxi Dress with zip front and large front vent, likely made in the early 70s. Made from a black & silver metallic or Lurex fab...

Important, and super rare vintage early 90s GEOFFREY BEENE minimalist 'zipper' ensemble! Features a black crepe top, with two vents on either side of the waist. Functional silver met...

Our floor skimming Atelier Versace Couture dress is a stunning, one of a kind, piece of history to own for your next special occasion. This dress can be worn as an extremely unique bridal gown, or, the ultimate special occasion and red carpet gown. It features a halter neckline, plunging V-neck, and, open cross back. The dress is made from gold metal threading and crystal accents. Create a show...

Make a timeless statement in this exclusive vintage Gina Fratini dress from the 1970s. Crafted from luxurious silk and featuring angel sleeves and a ruffled collar, this piece is sur...

Leonard is a glowing example of the blending of art and fashion. With one-of-a-kind prints that reflect the skilled hand of an artist, Leonard fashions draw inspiration from the prints and motifs of the textile letting that aspect of the garment to speak volumes. In line with the Middle Eastern and Japanese influences of the time, this vintage 1970s caftan dress has a stately and exquisite aura. The bodice of this dress, at an empire waist, is made from a chiffon with a watercolor abstract floral print in tonal greys, bone, and accents of vibrant red spots. A sharp V-neckline is bordered like a frieze as the chiffon cascades over the shoulder into a divine, billowing angel sleeve...

This lovely 2 piece dress or suit is from Albert Nipon and we think it's fabulous! We have developed such a new appreciation for Albert Nipon and have been searching for his earlier ...

Very rare, jet-black, ribbed chenille dress from Azzedine Alaia dating to 1991. Labeled a size S. Approximate measurements (unstretched): bust 32", waist 22", hips 27" and length 35"...