20th Century Evening Dresses and Gowns

A fabulous black silk dress from John Galliano for Christian Dior. It has adjustable straps with silver Dior inscribed buckles at the shoulders and back of each strap plus a center ...

A fabulous black silk slip style dress by Karl Lagerfeld. It consists of 3 layers- the top of lace with a leather trimmed pointed hem over a layer of semi sheer silk with a straight ...

Circa 1950 France Magnificent cocktail or dinner dress in black Calais lace, known as Chantilly lace, dating from the late 1940s and inspired by Christian Dior's New-look period in France. The dress has a frock coat cut, three-quarter length kimono sleeves with turn-ups at the elbows, and a collar with turned-down panels that opens onto a cinched waist and is stapled at the waist. Corolla’ skirt with tapered panels that open out to more than 180°. The rigid tulle structure is lined on top with black Calais lace, the motifs of which are reminiscent of the imperial taste of the French Second Empire. Woven label in cream silk with black lettering soberly indicating Germaine Lecomte...

Emanuel was the husband and wife team of David and Elizabeth Emanuel. They will be forever known as the designers that created Princess Diana’s Iconic wedding dress...

An alluring, yet fully-covered gown for those brides who seek modesty without looking mousy, this wedding gown was custom-made for a 1951 bride who valued discretion and beauty in equal measure. Though this gown pre-dates Kelly's, it is strikingly similar to the Helen Rose gown Grace Kelly wore to her wedding to Prince Ranier in 1956. Ivory lace wedding dress with high neckline and narrow Peter Pan collar with 33 working covered buttons from navel to throat; illusion sleeves, upper back and upper chest with interior attached ivory camisole beneath. Pointed sleeves with 8 working covered buttons at each forearm; lightly puffed shoulders with petite interior shoulder pads. V-shaped front and rear waist seam with gentle gathers in back; free-hanging lace overlay skirt with cathedral train. Skirt fully lined in free-hanging ivory acetate with additional rear tulle lining for fullness. Matching Juliet cap...

Chic 1950s ADELE SIMPSON black silk two piece blouse and skirt! Features a tailored 3/4 sleeves blouse with tie at center neck. Silk Covered buttons up the front center. High waisted...

Unbelievably chic turquoise teal blue and white diagonal plaid fit and flare dress! Super soft rayon and cotton blend, with vibrant strokes of blue and white. Three mock cargo pocket...

Todd Oldham for the famed Fred Hayman of Beverly Hills, wonderfully detailed elegant yet whimsical evening double-chain rhinestone encrusted slightly flared black evening dres...

1990’s Fendi by Karl Lagerfeld Long sleeve Leopard print mini Dress. MADE IN ITALY. Slightly sheer stretchy material. Repeat FF logos amongst the iconic 1990s Fendi House Leopard pr...

Stunning, jet-black and gold sequined gown with layered asymmetrical silk mousseline skirt designed by Loris Azzaro dating to the late 1970's. This dress is stunning. The bodice is f...

ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 1996 “The Hunger” Green Asymmetric Strapless Ruffle Dress Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: S/S 1996 Style: Strapless dress Color(s): Shades of green Lined: No Marked Fabric Content: Bodice; 76% cotton, 22% polyester, 2% elastane Trim; 100% seta silk Additional Details / Inclusions: Alexander McQueen S/S 1996 green strapless dress...

1950s Suzy Perette Red Silk Cocktail Dress w Full Skirt & Artful Draping: This stunning iconic 50s style dress has a chic apron-like décolletage with b...

Christian Lacroix Fall winter 1988 runway cocktail dress, jewelry buttons, velvet and silk, size 40 FR fits up to US 4 - 6, very good vintage condition some light wear on the velvet

Roberto Cavalli Cheetah/Burn Print Spaghetti Silk Dress From the F/W2001 Collection as seen on Pamela Anderson . Spaghetti dress . Asymmetric length . Possible to make a bow on th...

Darling black cotton 1950s wiggle dress with a striped tuxedo detail and oversized collar. By Mam'selle by Betty Carol. Unlined with side pockets. B...

Chic 1970s HALSTON pistachio green ultra suede short sleeve belted shirt dress ! The perfect color green on the softest most luxurious ultra suede that Halston was famed for. This is...

This perfect vintage little black dress was designed by none other than BILL BLASS! Features a flattering fit that has some stretch. Keyhole detail above the bust. Racer back design ...

Beautiful 90s BOB MACKIE gold and champagne sequined evening dress and matching shawl! Features leaf motifs with hundreds of hand-sewn iridescent sequi...

Sexy vintage 1990s LILLIE RUBIN lipstick red sequin jersey bodycon dress! Features thousands of hand-sewn sequins throughout the entire dress. Sits off t...

A candy colored confection smack dab between pink and lavender, this little trifle is similar to a Christian Dior Haute Couture gown that debuted at the 2011 Resort/Cruise show in Sh...

This magnificent 1950's Chantilly lace and silk dress, in a palette of cream lace and apricot silk lining, accented by claw set silver rhinestones, this Howard Greer dress is a rare ...

60s pink satin embroidered and hand beaded evening dress. 21 inch front slit, multi colored gems.

1940s New York Creation Mint Green Grosgrain & Black Velvet Striped Bodice Gown w Structured Shoulder: A film-inspired look in black and mint.. Wide bands of mint grosgrain are tai...

A Charming Vintage Pastel Pink Taffeta Cocktail Dress with a polka-dot print by 1980's Label 'Yessica'. Features; Strapless / Fitted waist line / Puff-ball Skirt and Concealed zip up...

This sensational early 1960s emerald green chiffon dress is of superb quality and has absolutely beautiful construction. Made in France and proba...

Gorgeous sheer washy Atlantic blue silk midi dress by Richilene for Elizabeth Arden. This dress features long sheer balloon sleeves, a ruffled collar and full sweep triple layered sk...

Jet-black, nylon and scuba gown with ribbed knit hemline, buckle details at sleeves and cinched waist designed by Miuccia Prada exactly as seen on the MIU M...

Lovely white satin sleeveless wedding dress and matching long sleeved coat with lace trimming, dating to the 1960s. The satin is low sheen. The sleeveless dress is empire line with ...

Jet-black wool, haute couture dress with pleated bodice, embellished shoulder detail and peplum waist designed by the House of Worth dating to the 1940's. Best fits a US 4-6. Approxi...

French designer, Jacques Fath has been called the "Couturier's Couturier" and was considered one of the greatest couturiers of the 1950's. He was known for his outstanding opulent hi...

Dolce + Gabbana 1998 Stretch Silk Dragon + Roses Set Corset style top with built in bra + thin shoulder straps Double row of hooks up the entire back Marked size 44 Measurements - Un...

1970s Bill Blass Purple long Sleeve V Neck Jersey Gown with Long Sleeve Mink Cuff. V neck and Belt Bust 36”-38” Waist 30” Hip : 40” / length 58”

A great black and off white dress from Moschino. The sleeveless semi fitted dress has an off white peter pan collar and large front patch pockets wit...

1960s James Galanos from Amelia Gray Boutique Creme silk crinkle long sleeve dress embellished in green rhinestones and white beads. Dress has some issues on the arm pit . ( see imag...

White and gold beaded cocktail dress . Shell composition: silk. Lining composition: rayon. Shoulder pad. Zip and hook&eye closure on the middle back. SIZE 8 (US) M

Anne Fogarty maxi dress featuring a scooped and ruffled neckline, cap sleeves, and empire waist fastened with a black velvet sash; one deep and one shallow ruffle at hem complement t...

Chic 1960s vintage GEOFFREY BEENE ivory crochet and black silk taffeta Victorian inspired cocktail dress! Ivory crochet bodice is fully lined in nude silk chiffon. Fit n' flare fit w...

Pastel pink and yellow bustier dress in shantung. SIZE: 36 (Fr)

Cream crepe bib dress by Morton Myles for Jeunesse. Darling metallic brocade bib collar with sparkling rhinestone studding and bronze floral appliques. Fully...

Gorgeous 1950 SA'BETT of CALIFORNIA demi couture gold silk brocade belted sleeveless sheath dress ! Features a luxurious silk brocade fabric that offers just the right amount of glim...

Designed by John Galliano for the Givenchy Couture spring/summer 1997 collection; his last collection for the label. Galliano only designed for the fashion house for 2 years which ma...

An unforgettable piece, this original 1930's deep red silk velvet dress, paired with a matching silk velvet jacket which is in turn finished with the most incredible statement glass ...

Beautiful Vintage Alberta Ferretti Silk Chiffon Gown AND matching silk chiffon wrap jacket. Layers and layer of the finest of chiffons, make for a dramatic hem. Matching chiffon wrap...

Vintage metallic brocade cocktail dress with a front button detail. Details: Fully Lined Front Button Snap Hook and Tie Closure Marked S...

A great little black silk dress from famed American designer Donald Brooks. I has a scoop neckline front and back and straps adorned with 2 gold metal rectangles on the front and ba...

Pure spun-sugar perfection, right down to the cotton candy colors. Visible beneath the silver lattice-embroidered top skirt, the ruffled attached petticoat provides volume enough to span nearly six feet. Not to be outdone, the massive center rear bow ensures sweetness both coming and going. Strapless prom dress...

With Taylor’s neck and waistline, Hepburn’s sleeves and Kelly’s lace, this wedding gown has all the requisites of a 1950s heirloom. We love how the uneven, graduated hemline and der...

Fully restored, this breathtaking dress recalls the ethereal evening gowns designed by Jeanne Lanvin and Coco Chanel in the late 1920s. Using a skin-tight nude net...

Bought alongside other labelled Dior haute couture pieces, we believe this elegant black velvet gown to also be a Christian Dior haute couture dress from the 1984 / 1985 fall winter ...

Amazing and collectible 1990s asymmetric black dress by Gianni Verace Couture. Iconic Medusa button on one shoulder and Grecian style draping. A rare piece! Details Unlined Si...

UNGARO - (Made in France) Silk taffeta bustier dress with purple-tone checkered print. Size and composition labels missing, it fits a 36FR. 1991/1992 Fall-Winter Haute Couture Collec...

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 striking evening dress by Hannalore of London combines fairy tale glamour with a late 1960s to early 1970s silhouette. Tailored from bubble-gum pink chiffon, it has a full, swi...

An ingenious design, this dress features a draped shoulder-to-shoulder scarf that may be worn in the back, the front, or even on the head for three different and completely captivati...

Classic, with an edge 1990s MOSCHINO CHEAP AND CHIC little black dress! Features a fitted tailored bodice with black rosettes and appliqués on left waist. Flirty skirt can accomodate...

This maxi-dress is a classic Thea Porter piece from her ready to wear line. During the 1960s and 1970s, Porter travelled the world and introduced her lavish take on bohemia to the Lo...

Wearable with a halter or strapless neckline, this romantic sundress would be the perfect ensemble for a breezy garden party or summer wedding. Ideal for larger busts, the ample shel...

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...

Gorgeous 1990s MAX NUGUS HAUTE COUTURE ombre beaded silk chiffon full length evening dress! Warm colors of pink, peach and brown. Strapless u...

A true relic of 20th-century fashion history, this original Madame Grès Haute Couture gown from 1956 embodies the sculptural elegance and technical mastery that define her legacy. Cr...