20th Century Evening Dresses and Gowns

Having worked for internationally renowned couturiers before launching his own successful brand, Oscar de la Renta established a long legacy of opulent and stylish fashion. De la Ren...

Red satin stretch cocktail dress with cut-work on the shoulders. Main fabric composition: 40% silk, 48% polyester, 12% elasthane. Lining probably polyester. Invisible Zip and hook&e...

A vision rendered in a truly embellished fashion, this original vintage 1960's cream wool silk dress, embellished with silver glass beads, pearlescent beads, gold beads and silver cl...

A very pretty flower pattern silk dress from Emanuel Ungaro in pinks, blues, greens and golds on an off white background. It has a sweetheart neckline, elbow length puffed sleeves wi...

Alexander McQueen "Joan Of Arc " dress from the iconic fall winter 1998 collection! Jacket + collar + skirt! Runway piece! Cape can be removed and jacket can be worn without it. Line...

Porn pareo dress by Jean Paul Gaultier! VERY GOOD condition! You can wear it as a dress, skirt or top. Size: one size. 110 x 150 cm / 43.3 x 59 inch Very decent when seen from a d...

A 1970s wedding dress by Yolanda that originates in Mexico, this ankle-length piece has many hallmarks of traditional Mexican design. It is tailor...

This breathtaking 1960's yellow knitted wool dress, embellished in its entirety with clear iridescent sequins, and finished with floral beaded details in yellow rocaille beads, and i...

Absolutely breathtaking black layered silk chiffon Christian Dior Couture gown from the fall/winter 1959 collection. Strapless, very subtle sweetheart neckline with a corseted bodice...

This elegant shift dress was created by Pierre Balmain in his 1960s heyday. Extolled for the sculptural quality that characterises his work, Balmain lovingly described dressmaking as...

Vintage Tom Ford for Gucci Spring Summer 1998 Black Halter Mini Dress. As seen on the runway. Features halterneck style, ‘G’ buckle closure, low back and jersey bodycon fit. In excel...

This highly romantic dress could have been plucked from many eras throughout history. A 1970s creation, yet somehow timeless, it hints at the 1930s in the shape of the body and at de...

Channel your inner “Palm Royale” Kristen Wiig. Beautiful late 60s Malcolm Starr attributed cotton pique vintage cut-out maxi dress! Brightly colored cotton pique quilted fabric in r...

This superbly embellished dress was designed in the 1950s and most likely bespoke made for a special event. It incorporates many hallmarks of the era’s most-popular designs with its ...

This original 1930s maxi gown is an eye-catching dress for an upcoming event. It is crafted from semi shear lamé in rich navy-blue and smothered in glittering gold leaves. The detail...

A fabulous brightly colored abstract pattern velvet maxi skirt from Mignon in pink, green, burgundy and blue. The skirt is gathered onto a 2" waistba...

Museum worthy piece of Fashion History A fabulous extremely rare Thierry Mugler evening gown. Very beautiful old Hollywood vibes. Assuming FW1986 Collection as the black velvet and c...

From 1908 to the mid-1970s, the world-famous London store Fortnum and Mason sold clothing under its own name. This vivacious, fuchsia maxi dress was designed by Geral Paris and made ...

A stunning vintage silver evening gown by Calvin Klein. The dress is in a silk and silver textured fabric mix , and has spaghetti straps and a sid...

A veritable museum piece, this 1988 Loris Azzaro gown was worn by supermodel Amber Valletta to the ‘Gilded Glamour’ themed 2022 Met Gala where she was fêted as best dressed at the ev...

David Silverman had a shop on London’s Great Titchfield Street in the ‘60s and ‘70s where he sold his flamboyant dress designs. This floor-length gown is tailored from semi-sheer cot...

During the 1960s, Norwegian fashion designer Per Spook joined French fashion house Louis Féraud. He went on to become Louis Féraud’s artistic director and designed the brand’s lauded...

A fabulous 1970s La Mendola silk jersey and chiffon abstract peacock print cocktail dress with sheer balloon sleeves and button cuffs. Matching original belt with gold-tone buckle i...

1970s Geoffrey Beene Plaid maxi long sleeve dress with beautiful collar and large belt. color : red, black, green and white paten leather belt po...

A/W 1989 Geoffrey Beene black lamé long sleeve gown. Silk and tinsel blend metallic lamé velvet gown with long sleeves and built-in shoulder pads (removable as desired). Fitted waist...

Bob Mackie for Amen Wardy Fully Embellished Evening Dress 1980's Collection Dress was presented in Los Angeles County Museum of Art ( LACMA ). Spectacular cocktail dress is made of p...

Corset dress by Vivienne Westwood! Wonderful silhouette! Sharp shuolders! Fully lined. EXCELLENT condition! SIZE Large. Makred size: UK14 / US12 / FR42 / I44. Length: 109 cm / 42.9...

Circa 1910 France Beautiful neo-classical day dress in the style of the Parisian couturiers of the period. High-waisted dress with boat neckline and short sleeves in mechanically emb...

Wonderful 70's silhouette with this Givenchy maxi dress. Made of airy silk chiffon featuring a red and white graphic print, the dress has a deep plunging neckline at the front and re...

Malcolm Starr made hugely popular evening dresses throughout the 1960s and 1970s. Simple shapes, such as shift-dresses, empire line cuts and sculptural forms, were his signature, oft...

Circa 1920/1925 France Beautiful sailor dress in cherry red Duchesse satin in the patriotic spirit of France after the First World War. Straight dress with short sleeve and pleated...

Abito Gianfranco Ferre’ anni’90 Con particolare lavorazione di paillettes color champagne. Colore neutro ed elegante che si abbina facilmente ad ogni colore e grazie alla sua versati...

This 1970s maxi dress was bought in Paris and is crafted from man-made peach chiffon splashed with bold lilac and pink florals. Pleated all over with an innovative technique that ens...

Black velvet and wool cocktail dress.Shoulder pads. Zip on the cuffs. Bow on the top middle front. Rayon lining. Size 42 / L

Designed by Jean Paul Gaultier in the 1990s, this dress is a stand-out piece for any collector of the French avant-garde designer. Finished with peekaboo fisherman’s netting at the s...

Brown velour dévoré and gold lurex evening dress. No fabric tag but lining probably polyester. See-through sleeves. Split in the middle front, lenght = 60 cm Zip in the middle back a...

Ethereal late 1940's Saks Fifth Avenue creme goddess gown from the Old Hollywood era of glamour. This stunning silk-chiffon garment has so much couture detail, you can tell it was made with expert devotion. The boned sweetheart plunge bodice is hand-pleated and hand-stitched into place with a unique asymmetric one-shoulder draped train. As pictured, there are a few different ways you can style the sash. Sparkling white glass-beads and sequins, in a gorgeous vine motif, cascade down the front. I love the hourglass nipped-waist which flows into a beautiful full sweep. Truly, this gown would have taken days to finish. A pure work of art and a study in dressmaking technique which reminds me of the famous Jean Desses. Breathtaking and timeless; I totally imagine this gliding down the red carpet! Measurements Bust: 35-36 inches Waist: 27 inches Hips: Swing Sweep Total Length: 57 inches This vintage Saks Fifth Avenue designer gown...

Circa 1990 France Lurex lamé cocktail dress by Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche dating from the 1990s. Wrap dress open at the front with crossed belt allowing a plunging V neckline. ...

Circa 1980 France Elegant black silk velvet Chasuble evening dress by Madame Grès Haute Couture (attributed to) dating from the 1980s. Minimalist Chasuble cut with two large triang...

1999 Spring Summer Jean Paul Gaultier ‘Flamingo’ print mesh dress. Features o-ring detail, customisable neckline, open back, double layered fabric and maxi length. In excellent vinta...

Dior is synonymous with excellence. The importance of the house’s history and cultural legacy invests a Dior garment with fashion that tells a story. Femininity, simplicity and good...

Chanel - Long bustier dress in navy blue pleated silk taffeta. No size nor composition label, it fits a 38FR. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Ches...

Black & Off White slub silk & silk organza strapless cocktail dress from the 1960s by S.Howard Hirsh California. 100% slub silk strapless cocktail dress from the 1960s that is still ...

Yellow metal suit by Thierry Mugler! With shoulder pads. Wondeful silhouette! Wasp Waist, it emphasizes the waist. Metal rhinestone decorations at the waist and on the sleeves. VER...

Black satin boléro and bustier dress cocktail ensemble with black velvet flowers on the bust. Silk organza lining. Snap closure on the jacket and on the dress as well in the middle f...

Vintage yellow floral jacquard sleeveless gown by Branell. Square neckline. Narrow straps featuring bow accent. Zip closure at center back. 32" bust, 39" waist, 47" length, 12.25" sh...

A rare and stunning 100% bias cut silk satin dress with paint strokes from Roberto Cavalli Fall 1999 collection in its signature peacock print. The...

Vintage Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld boned corset dress. As seen on the runway, as modelled by Estelle Lefebure. Features velvet upper, covering the ‘corset’ of the dress where boning co...

Gianfranco Ferré Leather Midi Dress is a rare Ferrè garment from the 1980s made of very soft leather and decorated with stitching, especially at the waist creating a shape that defin...

Ronaldus Shamask, iridescent, blue, silk and cotton combination, long one shoulder dress having 2 diagonally placed wide tiers that wrap around t...

Bustier wedding dress in guipure and beadwork ( beads, rhinestone and sequins) Acetate lining and tulle petticoat ( attached to the dress) Boned on the side and back and wired bra ....

1970s Adolfo body-conscious rayon knit sailor striped navy and cream maxi dress with front button placket closure. Gives a modern Gaultier vibe. Size ...

Christian Dior black flared dress and bolero set featuring semi-sheer construction, this Christian Dior set is spun with a full jacquard design. Composed of a flared dress and a shor...

1998 Issey Miyake and Tim Hawkinson 'Guest Artist Series No. 3' Pleats Please pleated eyeball motif sleeveless midi dress. A spectacular piece of wearable art, this dress is in a neu...

Donald Brooks, paisley pattern, copper lurex, dress and harem pant ensemble. Dress has a high neckline, with long sleeves and a gathered self belted waist. Oversize copper paillettes...

A beauty to behold. This original 1940's pink silk dress, embellished with trailing silk threaded soutache embroidery depicting blossoming flowers, surrounded by pearlescent beaded d...

Circa 1950-1960 Morocco Beautiful Moroccan ceremonial Kaftan in black satin brocaded with golden blades with a design of chrysanthemum flowers. Ample coat with bell buttons embroid...

Incredible 1970s ROBERTA LYNN of California paisley print caftan maxi dress ! The silkiest fabric tat looks fantastic on. Simple wrap style with single snap at top left inside should...