20th Century Evening Dresses and Gowns

Reduced from $1895. Stunning vintage two-piece ensemble by Donald Brooks featuring a strapless wrap-style gown and matching capelet. Both pieces are done in a vibrant Asian-inspired ...

A rare John Galliano bias cut Carnation dress from the Dolores collection, Autumn-Winter 1995-96. Of Bianchini Férier ivory and black satin backed rayon acetate crêpe inset with intarsia'd black chiffon and satin embroidered in white silk running stitch embroidered carnation flower heads and unfurling leaf designs. Gently cowled neckline and back. Due to the complex design and construction very few of these dresses were put into production, and sold. There are no traditional seams on sides and the fit of the dress is integrated into the inserted black floral patterns onto the bias cut base. In the period, they cost $5000 US dollars and upwards depending on the retail establishment through special order. John Galliano’s 1995...

rare DONNA KARAN Vintage yellow floral print ruffle collar maxi dress Reference: TGAS/E00468 Brand: Donna Karan Collection: Signature Material: Fabric Color: Yellow, Multicolour Patt...

Stunning silk chiffon gown with split bat wing sleeves and ombre/ floral hand painted design that is embellished with tiny sparkling sequins. Absolutely amazing piece! Details Full...

A rare very find, rare Charles James Brown Satin Black Velvet Cocktail Dress. Dating from the 1950's this design is well recognized as his ...

Is it boho, vestige of the 1920s or the creative mindset of Yves Saint Laurent? This silk dress in a lovely iridescent blue with a black floral print. There is a black velvet trim o...

Made in England, this 1970s Berkertex dress is crafted from a lightweight black and white polka-dot cotton gauze. Cut to a long-sleeve, high-neck silhouette, the flippy, pleated ski...

A gorgeous black silk dress by John Galliano for Christian Dior. The body of the dress is made of fine black stretch silk with functional adjustable lacing at the center front and b...

A great bight pink mid weight linen dress from B. H. Wragge (specifically the year 1967 as per the label). It is sleeveless with a rolled collar and it f...

THIS IS THE BEST DRESS I'VE EVER TRIED ON HANDS DOWN Badgley Mischka Vintage FW97 USA size 6, fits like a size 4 Excellent Condition, no flaws Another 90's masterpiece by American ...

Black silk chiffon dress with black beaded work. the skirt part is made of 2 lays of silk chiffon and one lay ( underneath) of organza. Zip and hook&eye closure on the middle back. ...

Vibrant fuchsia pink cocktail dress from the 1950s. Full sweep and scalloped edges. Details: Partially Lined Side Metal Zip and Hook Closure Marked Size: Not Marked Estimated Size:...

One-Of-A-Kind Yves Saint Laurent "rive gauche" Vintage Fall Winter 1973 Marabou Trimmed Black Devore Silk Chiffon Robe This YSL robe or coat is certainly a statement piece that woul...

White beaded and sequin top and skirt. No fabric composition tag but probably polyester. Boned bustier inside with underwired bra and hook&eye closure on the middle back. Zip closure...

1970s dark blue & silver metallic knit, long, draped cage cuff, sleeves maxi dress. Ribbed turtle neck with a fitted bodice and an open work V design at the front. Wide ribbed waist...

Louis Feraud 1970s haute couture light brown lace dress in a 1920s style drop waist silhouette. Amazing embroidered lace and hand finished seam allowa...

Christian Lacroix vintage black full length wrap dress with gold embellishment at one strap. Fastens closed at other strap and wraps with belt and snap at waist. Patch pockets at fr...

A fabulous dress from Betty Carol in light weight black wool and silk taffeta. It has a V neckline front and back with fabulous princess seaming creating a fitted silhouette through...

This timeless and iconic 1950's dress, in a ballerina pink layered tulle, with delicate sewn ribbon accents, is the perfect piece for any special occasion. The strapless neckline of...

A gorgeous silk dress by John Galliano for Christian Dior in brightly colored flowers on a navy and burgundy background. The spaghetti strap bodice is semi fitted and adorned on one ...

A fabulous colorful fine silk knit halter dress from Missoni in a red, orange, blue, yellow, white, lavender and black abstract pattern. It slips on over the head and has 2 black str...

Rendered in the most luxurious silver toned shantung silk, and embellished with silver claw set rhinestones and silver glass bugle beads in a trailing leaf pattern, finished with grey mink accents, this truly spectacular 1960's Lilllie Rubin cocktail dress is a marvel to behold. The bateau neckline, is framed by a wide silver mink collar, which is sewn along a bateau neckline turned down collar. The sleeveless cut, draws the eye to the incredible embellished bust-line, which is accented by silver beadwork and sparkling rhinestones. The fitted bodice is set off by tailored darts along the bust-line and Princess seams which run along the length of the dress. The fitted waistline, draws the eye to the mesmerising A line cut of the skirt-line, which is in turn embellished with matching trailing beadwork and rhinestones. Finished with a decadent silver mink fur...

Very rare, romantic, cream lace dress designed by Barbara Hulanicki for Biba dating to 1969. Made from lace with a delicate floral pattern, this dress features a high stand-up collar...

Featured in "Halston: An American Original" by Elaine Gross and Red Rottham, this beautiful sleeveless off white silk dress from Halston is comple...

A stunning black silk dress from Estevez. The neckline has 2 fringe edged overlapping panels at the center front and the back is low cut. Intricate seaming creates a clever figure enhancing fit with princess seaming...

A black silk micro pleated gown from Jean Louis. The dress has a fitted bodice with a boned inner corset, spaghetti straps and the long full skirt is comprised of 4 tiers. It is ful...

Grey raw silk bustier evening dress with zip embellishment and fabric collar. No fabric composition tag but the lining is probably polyester or rayon. Lightly padded bra. Hook&eye ...

Gorgeous soft gold leather original comma heel pumps by Roger Vivier. They have leather uppers and soles and are lined in silver leather. Marked US size 8 (but runs smaller). Small...

A gorgeous full length black silk gown from Gianni Versace Couture. It has a front scoop neck, a deep cut out back and fabulous tan leather shoulders. It is semi fitted though the ...

A gorgeous gownin black silk chiffon and opaque silk from Karl Lagerfeld. The low cut, slightly blouson bodice crosses in front and is shadowed by an under layer of silk chiffon foll...

This truly breathtaking 1960's lemon silk chiffon Mike Benet gown, embellished with trailing silver glass beads, in an undulating and abstract pattern, is the perfect statement piec...

A fabulous tan and off white lurex maxi dress in an abstract pattern of curved lines and stripes from Pierre Cardin. It is a simple A line maxi dress with subtle bell sleeves, a bate...

Stunning silk dress designed by Cristobal Balenciaga for Spanish atelier EISA. This dress is a beautiful example of mid-century minimalist design. Made in a vibrant pink, the dress ...

This 1960's pink silk Malcolm Starr evening dress has a floral design in shades of yellow, green and tan. The sleeveless dress has a deep V neckline front and back above a raised wai...

A gorgeous black wool jersey skirt from Karl Lagerfeld. It has a 2 1/2" wide waistband with overlapping pointed panels forming the skirt. It has a back zipper, front pockets and is...

A stunning brilliant yellow green silk bodycon dress from Thierry Mugler. It has short sleeves and is semi fitted through to the asymmetric hemline...

A beautiful color block wool dress alternating panels of black and royal blue from Courreges. It is an A-line dress flaring subtly to the hem and has a stand up collar, back zipper,...

A beautiful elaborately detailed top and skirt from notable 1940s American designer Edna Vilm. It consists of a hip length long sleeve top with with zipper cuffs, a V neck, padded s...

A beautiful silk gown from Kent Originals made in 1960s British Hong Kong. The fabric consists of vertical panels of golden orange scrolls and geometric pattern against a sheer off w...

This 1960s glorious sunshine-yellow chiffon dress was made by Lee Delman in England; the label retailed in Harrods and sat in the top echelons of British ready to wear during the 195...

From acclaimed designer William Travilla a stunning gown comprised of layers of pointed edge red silk. He is famous for among other things creating Mari...

This truly mesmerising 1960's fully sequin and bead embellished dress on a black tulle base which is overlaid upon a champagne coloured satin, is a true masterpiece to behold. The da...

A fabulous navy blue dress from Thierry Mugler. It has a scoop neckline with a center slit, cap sleeves and an inset just under the bust line with a strip of 1" large link silver cha...

This truly spectacular 1960's silk organza dress, embellished in a striped pattern of pearlescent beads, silver sequins and large pink pearlescent sequins, is a masterpiece to behold...

A fabulous black silk halter dress from Moschino Couture. It is a wrap style dress which ties at the waist and has a band of gold sequins around the neck through to the back forming ...

A fabulous black leather and lace dress by Gianni Versace. It has flower pattern lace cap sleeve semi fitted bodice and around the hem. The le...

A beautiful blue silk charmeuse numbered couture gown from Christian Dior. The body of the floor length dress is gathered onto the square top stitched enhanced neckline front and bac...

William Travilla vintage cobalt blue dress (estimated 1970s) featuring sheer detailing and beaded embellishment at waist. Amazing layered skirt has t...

A fabulous black light weight wool dress from Thierry Mugler. It is semi fitted with long sleeves, a small black buckle at the front neck and a cut out below it. The hemline is asym...

Disco Era Gold Lame Ensemble from the 1970's. 2 Piece wrap jacket with swirled full trumpet skirt. Wrap jacket with inserted belt and peplum. Skirt is cut in a swirl design with full...

Iconic beautiful 1970s vintage Halston black bias cut gown ! Features an asymmetrical neckline in the front and bac. Simply slips over the head. Buttons at each bishop sleeve cuff. T...

A fabulous black silk jersey dress from Jean Paul Gaultier. It is semi fitted with a bateau neckline and a gradated draped ruffle wider at the front shoulder then narrowing to the h...

A beautiful silk dress in a pink and green geometric print from Dolce & Gabbana. The bodice is vertically boned, fitted through to the hips and has an attached matching pink adjusta...

An incredible black dress from Moschino. It is lingerie inspired with an adjustable straps boned bra style top plus front and back panels of stretch bandage fabric. There are semi s...

Badgley Mischka Vintage USA size 12 Excellent Condition, no flaws Measurements in inches laying flat: length 60+, pit to pit 17 to 18, smallest of waist 16 FINAL SALE

A gorgeous soft gold fine silk knit dress from Christian Dior. It has an inner boned corset with underwire bust cups, and detachable spaghetti straps enabling the dress to also be wo...

This 1970s chiffon midi-dress is by Rumak, the bohemian London boutique label that emulated the style and certainly the quality of celebrated British designer Thea Porter. An early e...

Exceptional and Rare Thierry Mugler 1980s Vintage Black Cotton Boned Bustier Corset Dress Rare and hard to find, this stunning Thierry Mugler dress is likely from the Spring 1985 co...

A marvel to behold, this original 1930's vintage dress, rendered in a sumptuous shade of ocean blue silk with painted accented and rayon details, is just the piece to add to your vin...

A fabulous black silk dress by Thierry Mugler. It is a semi fitted dress with an asymmetric jagged edge neckline outlined in black velvet and a straight skirt. It is fully lined in s...