20th Century Evening Dresses and Gowns

Stunning floral printed silk dress by Chester Weinberg. Balloon sleeves, rhinestone buttons and medium weight quality silk fabric. Fully lined in mustard silk, this dress features ha...

1970's Victoria Royal black matte taffeta maxi dress with beaded striped cuffs and hem in shades of red, green and gold lamé. The dress zips and hooks at the back with a scoop neckl...

Iconic Alfred Shaheen 1950s cocktail dress in beautiful vibrant blue silk. Hourglass silhouette and matching covered buttons. Rare early label. Details: Fully Lined Side Metal...

A gorgeous fine black wool jersey maxi dress gown by master designer Norman Norell. It has a crew neckline, dolman sleeves with zipper wrists and a silk satin ribbon belt adorning t...

Silk satin ecru gown with Brussels lace and dotted tulle on sleeves, and seed pearl tassels attached to sleeves and base of dress.

Stunning 1960's Italian Couture sheath dress from the Roman couturier Balestra. Pieces by Renato Balestra are very hard to find, especially examples of his earlier work like this dre...

As a variation of the traditional waiter-style apron that Belgian former fashion designer Martin Margiela reworked with his eponymous Maison Martin Margiela since its first collection for Spring/Summer 1989, this minimalist convertible transparent black chiffon rectangular garment was part of his Spring 1994 collection. The iconic corner-stitched textural white-cotton brand label is stenciled with seemingly contradictory text referencing an earlier Fall 1990 collection. Instead of the blank label that had become internationally recognized among progressive-fashion buyers during the brand's initial five years, this black print was added in this manner for only one collection during its founder's tenure. This distinct typography identifies it a one of his favorites that he re-editioned from his first 10 fashion shows. This season-less self-curated retrospective collection without any new designs was unprecedented in the ready-to-wear fashion industry, which sold only newly-designed clothes typically two to five times annually. In the early 1990s, this old-made-new-again collection was astonishing for a Paris-based high-end brand, for which any lack of fresh designs for Spring had otherwise been attributed to the loss of an artistic director or the outbreak of war. Nevertheless, there are subtle differences of color, material and draping possibilities that make our re-edition unique from the 1990 apron and from later "replicas", which was the term that Margiela printed on a different kind of label for his second self-curated retrospective in Spring 1999 following 10 more collections. Aside from the text-printed brand label with four characteristic hand-sewn corner stitches, the only other element that unified Margiela's first collection of favorites was that all the items were overdyed a darker color so that the clothes were various shades of grey, blue or black depending on the original color of the textile and how much dye the thread/yarn absorbed. The first Margiela apron...

Super rare Limited Edition ELETRA CASADEI vintage 1990s Betty Boop, "Birth of Venus," novelty print slip dress! Features the classic artistic print, wi...

This striking, a-line maxi gown was designed by Madelyn Modes for Fredericks Freeport during the late 1960s to early 1970s. The fabric is mesmerising; a stiffened tangerine manmade ...

Black cocktail dress with ruffles edge on the top. Shell fabric composition: 52% rayon, 48% acetate. Pocket on both side. Cut-work. Hidden zip closure on the middle back. SIZE 38 (F...

Perfect for everything from cocktail parties to dinners, this wonderful 60’s Jean Patou “little black dress” has a “dirndl” feel. Constructed in black velvet, the dress features puff...

Stunning vintage Thierry Mugler knee-length strapless dress in a vibrant red color. This dress features a structured, winged corset style bodice with a plunging sweetheart neckline w...

This very early 1970s lace maxi dress was made by British label Jean Varon and is a beautiful example of the designer's penchant for romantic detailing, synonymous with his work duri...

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...

Chic black silk cocktail dress with a ruffled hem and dolman sleeves. Details: Fully Lined Back Metal Zip and Hook Closure Estimated Size: Medium ...

Delicate creamy silk chiffon dress with a sheer blush lace bodice, long sleeves and a deep-V nude illusion lining by Sandra Sage. Partially lined with rear...

Emilio Pucci Long pink long dress Vintage 60s Fantasy on pink background; adorned with crystals and beads. Fully hand finished, double lined. 100% silk The size label has been cut. L...

A fabulous black silk dress by Karl Lagerfeld. It has functional, adjustable buckle black patent straps at the shoulders and around the waist and under bust...

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...

Silver sequin cocktail dress on brown rayon jersey base and lining in the same fabric. Zip closure and hook&eye on the middle back. Shoulder pad. SIZE M / L

Gorgeous Arnold Scaasi brown silk taffeta cocktail dress with ruched torso and a dramatic neckline accented by puff sleeves. The dress zips at ...

This is the original gown designed by Vicky Tiel—an iconic piece later recreated for Julia Roberts in Pretty Woman. Made in her signature ruched stretch mesh and merlot red color, th...

1960s GUY LAROCHE Couture lipstick red virgin wool A-Line mini dress! The perfect alternative to a little black dress, this red gem is sure to stan...

Incredibly chic 1920s 20s silk vintage dress! Classic drop waist style with a side bow at the waist. Tie at neck. Ivory silk with pastel blue, pink, yellow and green vertical stripes throughout. Fantastic "Great Gatsby" style. The perfect alternative to the traditional 20s flapper dress...

MUSUEM PIECE! Amazing and rare vintage 70s LOVE, MELODY black suede leather fringe rhinestone/studded wrap dress! Melody Sabatasso is a respected designer, known for her work with old Levi's. She dressed countless celebrities in the 1970s, including Cher, Elvis, Lauren Bacall just to name a few. She also made the famous Levi's bikini out of recycled Levi's. Melody custom made Emmylou Harris...

Vintage 1980s black and white strapless tube dress by Margaretha Ley for Escada with a polka dot and stripe print. Fully lined with rear zip ...

Azzedine Alaïa Autumn/Winter 1991 knit velvet/chenille bodycon dress with open stitch panels. Various iterations of this dress were shown on the runway. In very good condition. Tag...

Sexy 1990 TADASHI lipstick red cut-out jersey bodcon gown ! Features peek-a-boo detail at bodice with red sheer mesh. Matching cut-out on the back. Hidden zipper up the back with hoo...

Gianni Versace Couture F/W 1996 Runway Vintage Embellished Sheer Red Evening Mini Dress Size: IT 42 Condition: Excellent vintage condition, some missing embellishments at straps w...

Classically elegant Ralph Lauren Bias Silk Velvet Slip Dress from the late 1990s. Bias cut in the typical 1930's style with silk cord straps. Luxurio...

Beautiful 1950s demi couture shawl collar short sleeve silk dress ! Features floral prints in different shades of green, tan and purple Hidden metal zip...

John Galliano Autumn/Winter 1988 ‘Hairclips’ black satin backed viscose crêpe bias cut gown with pointed panels, open cowled back, and flared godet skirt. This season was the first ...

Chic 60s vintage MADEMOISELLE canary yellow silk brocade A-Line dress and coat ensemble! Dress features a fitted bodice with a bell shaped skirt. Gold metallic embroidery detail at w...

Amazing vintage 1960s fully sequined gold full length evening dress! Features thousands of hand-sewn gold sequins on lace throughout. Flattering tailored bodice, with a straight full...

Ivory lace wedding dress with tulle ruffle bottom edge. Lining probably in acetate or rayon. Zip and hook&eye closure in the middle back. Total lenght in the front= 145 cm Total len...

Iconic and extraordinary new with tags vintage FW 1997 TOM FORD for GUCCI black signature harness halter gown / evening dress! Words cannot even begin to d...

This Thierry Mugler Fall Winter 1993 dress is a striking vintage piece that embodies the designer’s signature avant-garde aesthetic. It features a form-fitt...

Amazing vintage Victorian inspired 70s does 1800s green steampunk trained dress! Features a beautiful color of green with blue and brown flowers throughout. Chic puff sleeves and a d...

Chic 90s BILL BLASS pale pink and white hand painted polka dot fit n' flare cocktail silk taffeta dress! Features large handpainted polka dots throughout. Attached white lace underla...

Beautiful early 1990s TED LAPIDUS turquoise blue silk beaded evening halter gown ! Features thousands of hand-sewn beads in silver and blue, sequins in blue and pearls throughout the...

Amazing and gorgeous vintage 70s pale pink sequined and beaded long sleeve jersey gown / maxi dress! Features a pleated tailored bodice, encrus...

Unbelievable 1970s JOY STEVENS one shoulder Grecian gown! Features a golden jersey body with plenty of stretch. Chiffon overlay features purple, green and gold abstract print. Hidden...

Chic 1960s GEOFFREY BEENE black and white silk polka dot long sleeve dress ! Features a tailored bodice wit mock buttons up the front, with an ascot like attached scarf. Hidden metal...

Incredible vintage 80s ENRICO COVERI white and black polka dot printed dress! Features all over polka dots, with white silk grosgrain ribbon detail at bust. Super flattering bodice, ...

Gorgeous 90s vintage LORCAN MULLANY for BELLVILLE SASSOON black and nude silk satin mermaid gown! Features a flattering bias cut, with an intricately detailed black French lace back....

Beautiful early 60s AN ORIGINAL BY CONSTANTINO white beaded, sequin, pearl long sleeve silk lace wedding dress ! Couture quality, with so much attention to details. Silk taffeta with...

This iconic black "Le Smoking" tuxedo dress from Saint Laurent Rive Gauche's Spring/Summer 1983 collection features a classic double-breasted silhouette, satin peak lapels, and struc...

Beautiful 70s ESTEVEZ Couture black long sleeve jersey cape gown! Features a dramatic high neck with a wonderful low-cut draped back that reveals just the right amount of skin. From ...

Model in video is US Size 6, and 5’8 feet tall. Could fit up to a Size 8 Stunning 1960s EMMA DOMB turquoise blue silk chiffon ombre sequined evening gown! Bodice features thousands o...

Stunning vintage couture maxi dress by Andre Laug with handwritten details on the inside of the dress. This piece is numbered and was likely a custom couture piece for a client. Hand...

Beautiful 1950s Dynasty black silk scribe print fit and flare dress ! Features a tailored bodice with 3/4 sleeves. Hidden metal zipper up the back with hook-and-eye closure. Full ski...

British Vivienne Westwood (1941-2022) designed this corset-style hourglass-shaped red velvet evening dress with its outsized double bow and sheer moire faux-underlay while producing her "Dressed To Scale" collection in 1998 with protege Andreas Kronthaler. A design from this collection set a Westwood-clothing auction record at Christie's London when a corseted silk gown fetched over $41,000. This fresh interpretation of the classic Marilyn-Monroe silhouette was dubbed the "MM Corset Dress" for Westwood's semi-couture Gold Label, while it can still be made-to-measure as a bespoke dress (see photo of model wearing version as a white wedding gown...

Sexy vintag early 90s BLUMARINE by ANNA MOLINARI black slinky rayon jersey halter floor length evening dress! Super soft rayon jersey clings...

Gorgeous and rare early 1970s GIORGIO DI 'SANT ANGELO boho halter maxi dress! Features colorful floral prints throughout. Layers and layer of soft cotton voile provide great movement...

Very rare, moss-crepe maxi wrap dress with embroidered stars and moons from Ossie Clark for Radley dating to the 1970's. No size is indicated although this dress best fits a US 2-6. ...

Simple but chic black maxi dress by Krizia featuring a braided silk bodice, sweetheart bustline, and spaghetti straps. 20" Front slit. DETAILS Zip + Snap Closure Fully lined i...

Chic 1960s PAT SANDLER light pink silk shift dress and jacket ensemble!!! Dress is sleeveless with a draped tailored bodice and forgiving fuller skirt. Full metal zipper up the back ...

Incredible vintage metallic lame dress by Arnold Scaasi with a high low hemline and open back with chain detail. Petal shaped flap sleeves and trop...