20th Century Evening Dresses and Gowns

Made in the USA, this vivacious dress was designed by Susan Friar in the early 1980s. Beloved for her outlandish prints during this era, this dress showcases bold purple, green, sket...

This striking 1970s maxi dress was designed by French couturier Paul-Louis Orrier. The designer’s cutting edge designs rose to prominence during the 1970s and 1980s when he dressed E...

Silk, chiffon bustier evening dress with brown and black abstract print and scarf. Zip in the middle back. Ivory crêpe lining. Boned on the side of the bust and middle front. SIZE S

▪ Christian Dior black and red floor-length dress and snood ▪ Designed by John Galliano ▪ Vertical fringe stripes ▪ Rabbit-fur snood ▪ Figure-hugging ▪ ...

This floaty black maxi-dress is by celebrated London boutique Quorum and I'm almost certain that this is an Ossie Clark boutique piece. Quorum was a legendary fashion boutique in the...

Luxurious Valentino Boutique black silk evening gown with tiered ruffles, sweeping hemline and hand beaded and embroidered bodice. Two ruffles at bodice are hand beaded with tiny jet...

▪ Christian Dior cream silk brocade one-shoulder evening dress ▪ Designed by John Galliano ▪ Built-in corset ▪ Double layered ▪ Draped overskirt ▪ Beaded and silk thread tassels ...

This Oscar De La Renta cocktail dress is composed of a brown velvet and features a ruched skirt. There a zippers at the sleeve cuffs and a center back zipper for ease of access. Made...

Asymmetrical evening dress in python printed silk. Boned bustier inside the bust. Waist Band. Knot in the same fabric on the shoulder. Zip on the left side. Show piece FW 1993 (see...

Silk chiffon dress from the 1930s with an unusual cut and modern presence. Oversized kimono sleeves fall from a yoke and are loosely gathered and float over the the dress in an unusu...

▪ Archival John Galliano 'L'Ecole de Danse' Dress ▪ Spring-Summer 1996 ▪ Museum Grade ▪ Crafted from delicate ivory cotton organza with intricate cut-work detailing ▪ Features 50 fau...

Gorgeous silk fabric! Vintage 1960s cocktail dress with a vibrant floral print and front ruffle detail. Details: Fully Lined Back Zip an...

A great vintage gown by Bellville Sassoon. In a silk velvet paisley like print, the colours include, purple, green, red and black. The dress has a v neckline, black trim at waist le...

Simple and stunning beautiful Geoffrey Beene 1960s gown. Sleeveless with curved seams at the waist that create a full skirt that with beautiful draping. Invisible zipper up the back ...

A head turning cocktail dress from the 1950s. The dress has a deep v neckline and backline. with a flared skirt and wonderful velvet flowers and detail on the hem.

Martin Margiela; Runway ensemble (LOOK #10) Artisanal shirt-front made out of black leather gloves and oversized black artisanal skirt made out of vintage pleated skirts...

Vintage 1990s pleated iridescent cocktail dress by Jacques Molko. Fully lined with rear zip closure, built-in brassier with hook closure, and zip closure at wrists. 63% polyethylene ...

This Vera Wang wedding gown is composed of layers of white tulle and lace . The bodice features a gathered detailing with a boned interior and center back zipper closure. In excellen...

Black asymmetrical cocktail dress in satin and beaded lace. Boned. Draped on the hips and asymmetrical drag. Boned. Zip in the middle back. Total lenght of the dress: 115 cm Total l...

Vintage Valentino babydoll style mini dress in pink / peach Sleeveless style dress with a floral crochet upper that then flares out into a flowing triple layered skirt Can be worn wi...

This 1970's white gown is a timeless statement piece for any wedding. Crafted with intricate lace detail and an elegant wedding train, this gown is sure ...

▪ A rare Worlds End toga dress ▪ Designed by Vivienne Westwood and Malcolm McLaren ▪ Cotton-jersey bodice ▪ Open sides with ties to the waist ▪ Asymmetric sleeves ▪ Cream and ora...

This vintage Thimister gown has a seductively revealing, draped back. It offers a heavy metal zipper with dangling ribbon pull and two more delicate ribbons to tie across the back, s...

Black sleeveless cocktail dress in dévoré velvet. Shell fabric composition: 92% polyamide, 8% elastane. Rayon lining. Branded silver metal buckle on the left side of the waist. Split...

This Givenchy Couture ensemble is composed of a strapless nude gown with draped bow detail and a Lesage Hand beaded blouse. The blouse features hook and eye...

▪ Christian Dior evening dress ▪ Creative Director: John Galliano ▪ Constructed from black foiled open-knit viscose ▪ Large turn-over collar which can be draped in multiple ways ▪ ...

Sensational late 1950s, early 1960s 60s luxurious silk watercolor beaded dress! Features vibrant green, pink, blue and white colors throughout. Thousands of hand-sewn seeds beads thr...

The Bindalli Caftan is a garment made for special occasions such as weddings. Bindallis were worn by the bride, and her female family and friends. Marked by elaborate floral designs bindallis were decorated with dival embroidery, a technique in which metallic threads are applied to the ground fabric and stitched down rather than sewn into the fabric, embellished with pearls and other beads. Most bindallis were long dresses, worn with matching slippers. Elegant Moroccan Ottoman style caftan, velvet embroidered with Turkish gold threads and beads. This dark green maxi dress kaftan is embroidered and embellished by hand. One of a kind custom wedding Moroccan Ottoman style gown. The kaftan features a traditional neckline, with gently fluted embellished sleeves. Nice example of the traditional women wedding dress. Size Large: Measurements: Bust 40". Waist 38". Hips 40". Across shoulders 18"5. Sleeve length 20". Center back length 55". Jimmy Hendrix, Elvis Presley, Prince worn...

Ted Lapidus Haute Couture - Wrap dress composed of silk chiffon. No composition or size tag, it fits a size 36FR. Additional information: Dimensions: Shoulders: 42 cm (16.54"), Bus...

Amazing antique Moroccan Caftan, gold silk damask with a gold threads trim, Circa 1940's The gold damask kaftan was entirely finish by hand. One of a kind evening antique Moorish gow...

A wonderful and easy to wear and pack, pink Grecian style gown in a silk and cotton mix. With wonderful pleat detail, the dress has a v neckline a...

Introducing the I Magnin Travilla 1980s White Lace Mermaid Bridal Dress – a true masterpiece of bridal fashion that captures the essence of timeless elega...

▪ John Galliano black bias-cut trained slip dress ▪ Spaghetti straps ▪ Skin baring ladder-stitch seams ▪ FR 42 - UK 14 - US 10 ▪ Spring-Summer 1994

Beautiful 1950s GIG YOUNG salmon / coral pink silk taffeta fit n' flare 3/4 sleeves dress! Features a wonderful flattering tailored bodice with a forgiving full skirt, which could al...

Supple lux leather in a chic and versatile light weight dress that can be worn during the day, at work, and/or a cocktail party. A dark chocolate brown beautiful, supple leather with...

JEAN DESSES HAUTE COUTURE - Long dress in pink and white lace, raffia, and silk chiffon. It features a back bow, and bones at the bust. Circa 1950s. No composition or size tag, it fits a size 36FR/38FR. Condition: Good general condition. The armpits are a little yellowed. Measurements: Bust: 42 cm (16.53") - Waist: 36 cm (14.17") - Hips: 44 cm (17.32") - Length: 142 cm (55.9") SKU:VR211 Jean Dessès Jean Dessès, a Greek fashion designer, founded his house in Paris in 1937. Renowned for his sumptuous evening and wedding dresses, he used drapery...

Chic 80s HUBERT DE GIVENCHY lightweight wool sac dress! Since Givenchy s unfortunate death last month, pieces actually designed by the legendary designer have become highly sought after. This beautiful gem was designed by the man himself! Lightweight soft wool is perfect for all year. Features a mosaic tile print...

▪ Prada 2-piece set ▪ Creative Director: Miuccia Prada ▪ Fall-Winter 1999 ▪ Constructed from orange silk organza ▪ Beaded leaf-shaped organza appliques ▪ Green suede trim ▪ Crew-...

Beautiful and classic vintage early 1990s BILL BLASS black silk and lace cut-out dress ! This is not just your ordinary everyday black dress--this one is very special! Features sheer...

Double lays dress with the top lay in black sequin. No fabric composition tag but the under-dress is probably in rayon and the top dress in stiff lace with black sequin. The underdre...

A great coral velvet dress from Emma Domb. It has a scoop neckline, shoulder straps and a small band at the waist. The straight skirt portion is encircled around the hem with 7 appl...

John Galliano black viscose crêpe bias cut evening gown, low cowl back with horizontal strap, zig-zag points to the sides and full skirt with flared godets to hem. 'Hairclips', Fall...

Beautiful brand new with tags 1990s I MAGNIN navy blue sheer chiffon dress ! Hidden zipper up the back. A beautiful staple piece for any wardrobe. In great unworn condition, with or...

Presenting a chic black beaded Bob Mackie sleeveless gown. From the 1990s, this sexy floor-length dress features a v-neckline, column cut, and is made complete with sheer-covered cut...

▪ Alexander McQueen black blazer mini dress ▪ Double-breasted ▪ Nude nylon mesh cut-out panel ▪ Peak lapels ▪ 2 front flap pockets ▪ ...

▪ Comme des Garçons dress and skirt set ▪ Lurex voile lace in brown, silver and cream ▪ Mid-length wrap dress ▪ Large turn-over collar ▪ Two large safety pin...

Made in England, the Vivienne Westwood Halter Dress by Andreas Kronthaler dates back to F/W 1994. Crafted with faux fur made of viscose & silk, the zip and hook eye tightening make i...

Resurrection Vintage is excited to present a vintage Roberto Cavalli burgundy slip dress with a decorative floral flocking print featuring thin straps, a slip dress style bodice, and...

This fabulous runway documented Bob Mackie dress was designed for his spring / summer 1997 collection was Mackie's triumphant return to the runway after a three year hiatus. Known f...

1980S BOB MACKIE Black Beaded Silk Chiffon Long Sleeve Gown With Fringe

Stunning 1950s ALIX OF MIAMI rare larger size wiggle dress! Features cotton fabric, with velvet accents. Three royal blue velvet straps at each shoulder. Figure flattering fit, with ...

Sexy vintage LILLIE RUBIN 1990s schocking hot pink fully sequined and beaded mini dress! Features thousands of hand-sewn sequin throughout. Pink seed beads line the sleeves and plung...

A striking fabrication of black wool offset by sheer polkadot poly. From the 1997 A/W Comme des Garcons collection of which this style dress is shown in various versions on the ru...

▪ Miu Miu wool fleece slip dress ▪ Designed by Miuccia Prada ▪ Allover flat-back crystals ▪ Lace-up ties to the front opening ▪ Loose fit ▪ Fully line...

Stunning vintage 2-piece silk chiffon and scalloped beaded lace cocktail dress ensemble. The shell top is worn over the dress and can also be worn on its own. Full layered silk chiff...

Black asymmetrical jersey evening dress with passementerie and fringes on the bottom. Zip in the middle back. SIZE 38 on the tag ( but more likely...

▪ John Galliano bias-cut evening dress ▪ 'Hairclips' Fall-Winter 1988; ▪ One of Galliano's first bias-cut evening dresses which would later become a recurrent theme throughout his c...

Dolce & Gabbana black floral velvet evening dress. Adjustable bra straps, cut out under the bust and invisible zip fastening. Fall-Winter 1996