21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses and Gowns

For his design mentor Rei Kawakubo's Japanese brand Comme des Garcons, Junya Wantanabe made this inimitable semi-transparent white taffeta floaty ruffled-V-neck sleeveless pullover dress with distinct parachute elements, cutwork, and adjustable ruching and draping as "Look 1 and 2" (see photos) for the Parisian fashion show debut of his Spring/Summer 2003 collection. The stunning combination of contrasts range from romantic-to-combat themes, gathered-to-flowing construction, raw-to-finely-finished edges, soft-to-hard materials, and gossamer-to-dense textural fabrics. Secured on the exterior of the dress with bold silver-tone metallic hardware, the parachute-like 100%-cotton grosgrain straps are mostly enclosed within multiple diagonal and vertical ruched channels to enable symmetrical or asymmetrical draping and lengthening of the thin synthetic fabric into multiple swags. Strap ends can freely hang from the functional hardware on the front of the dress and below its sides--as if they could be yanked to release the fabric into a drifty parachute sail. With the potential to be a stunning formal overlay if worn with a minimalist wedding gown or long skirt, the reverse side of the voluminous dress is equally remarkable for its ruffled diamond-shaped cutout at the lower back, where it is intersected by a trio of linked thick straps that are secured to a looped ruched channel. This creates an elongated bustle with a dramatic central 19-inch slit between the two swags that each extend 43 inches below the outer shoulder hem. This premiere-catwalk dress is distinguished from others in Wantanabe's "Parachute Jumper" collection by the complexity of its top. Two ruched straps form an X-shape via silver hardware at the upper back, extending to the front over the shoulders to form an adjustable face-flattering ruched V-neck with silver-hardware-linked narrow straps. The soft folds of the neckline contribute to the raised ruffle collar, as well as flow to the shoulder seams. The hand-cut hem was designed unfinished and meant to fray, although it has not given its minimal wear and very good condition consistent with only age and storage. See our photos of the care/material tags. All tags remain, including from the Italian concept-store 10 Corso Como, where it was purchased in Milan. The "Made in Japan" size is a large-running "S" due to the pullover and adjustable style of the dress, which is equivalent to an Italian-size 44 or U.S.-size 6. Beyond a convertible dress...

INCREDIBLE VERSACE GRECIAN GODDESS WHITE SILK BEADED EVENING GOWN Gorgeous off-white evening gown inspired by the Grecian goddesses by VE...

▪ John Galliano evening dress ▪ Fall-Winter 2003 ▪ Constructed from bias-cut metallic black and silver viscose-silk chiffon ▪ Ruffled high-low skirt and trim ▪ Chiffon and fur corsa...

Gorgeous EMILIO PUCCI crochet knit maxi dress / gown Perfect for the resort season Sleeveless Off-white crochet-knit cotton Full length Simply slips on Dry clean Only Made in Italy S...

Roundneck Cap sleeves Concealed back zip and back keyhole button closure Seamed waist \ Handkerchief waist overlay Velvet skirt Fabric: 80% Viscose, 20% Silk; Lining 100% Viscos...

RALPH LAUREN BLACK LABEL long sleeve dress comes in a purple silk cable knit material featuring a v-neck, and a slit at both sides. Very Good Pre-Owned Condition. Minor signs of wear...

2012 Giambatista Valli Couture Runway croc Vest top and white lace skirt set. Marked size 44 but fit smaller see measurements: Vest/ Top Measurements...

- Black floral exterior - Tagged size S - Made of 50% Polyester and 50% Acrylic Condition: The Dress is brand new with tags Measurements: ( Approximately In Inches ) Shou...

This bold Mugler dress from his 2000 Spring Summer Collection is a striking blend of Couture innovation and artistic expression. The vibrant colour demands attention, while the skele...

Amazing early 2000s CACHAREL red silk blend Scottish terrier novelty dog print wrap dress ! Features black and white Scottish terriers printed throughout...

LOVE LALI Vintage Atelier Versace An absolutely breathtaking and incredibly rare gown in black cut out patent python and sheer mesh Spaghetti straps that cr...

HERVE LEGER teal green cap sleeve sweetheart fit flare bandage dress S Reference: LACG/A00385 Brand: Herve Leger Material: Rayon, Blend Color: Green Pattern: Solid Closure: Zip Made ...

MSGM Vinyl Midi Nero black PVC short sleeve back bow tie midi dress IT38 XS Reference: AAWC/A01526 Brand: MSGM Model: Vinyl Midi Material: PVC Color: Black Pattern: Solid Closure: Zi...

▪ Alexander McQueen evening dress ▪ Nude silk chiffon ▪ Corseted bodice with draped swathes of chiffon ▪ Floating panels with ragged edges to the shoulders and skirt ▪ Asymmetric hem...

Rosewood bustier evening dress with drag. No brand tag and no fabric composition tag but the main fabric is probably rayon and silk lining. Inside bustier with padded bra and boned ...

BLACK SILK JERSEY DRESS FROM ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2005 WITH A LOW LACE BACK This is a stunning evening dress made of black stretch jersey with sheer lace on the back. This gorgeous, ic...

Presenting a snake print viscose with a plunging neckline dress designed by Tom Ford for Gucci. This piece debuted in grey as look number 2 on Danita Angell for the Spring/Summer 200...

GIAMBATTISTA VALLI cream purple floral cotton tweed sheer hem dress IT42 M Reference: LACG/A00387 Brand: Giambattista Valli Designer: Giambattista Valli Material: Cotton, Blend Color...

Long evening gown in purple chiffon and satin with a sequin neckless collar

Sexy and collectible GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE S/S 2002 runway red cut-out dress ! Hidden zipper up the back with hook-and-eye closure. Stretch cotton fabric with cut-outs all over. Gre...

A masterpiece of intricate craftsmanship, this Dolce & Gabbana Gold Macramé Silk Dress radiates opulence and elegance. The form-fitting silhouette is adorned with delicate floral mac...

▪ Chanel baby pink nylon spandex mini dress ▪ Designed by Karl Lagerfeld ▪ Halter neck can be styled in two ways ▪ Lemon, pink, and white strip...

Roberto Cavalli animal print dress, fitted bottom and loose chiffon top Size – IT 40 / XS-S Fabric – 12% elastane, 88% poliamide-n...

Navy wool tweed strapless dress by Oscar de la Renta. Sequin and bead embellishment trim. Zip closure at back. 34" bust, 30" waist, 31" length.

Tom Ford for Gucci c. 2001 Cutout Back Embellished Brown Evening Dress Gown IT 42 Gucci sequin embellished evening dress with square neckline, ope...

Tom Ford for Gucci Black Silk Gown Fall/Winter 2002 Collection Designer size 44 If you're looking for that incredible dress that Helen Hunt wore at the Osca...

▪ Archival Runway John Galliano Evening Dress ▪ Creative Director: John Galliano ▪ Spring-Summer 2002 ▪ Museum Grade ▪ Crafted from an array of fabrics including lace, silk, crepe, ...

Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a vintage Valentino black tulle cocktail dress featuring a ballet-inspired design, deep plunging ne...

Breathtaking ISSEY MIYAKE Design! Can't get over this beautiful construction! The Pleats Please Scorpio Dress. It's fascinating to me how something made of soft, liquid feeling fabri...

S/S 2000 Vintage Gianni Versace Couture Runway Black Deep V-Neck Dress Finished with crystal buttons Long sleeves, knee length, unlined. Stretch j...

A fabulous black halter jumpsuit from Moschino. It is double breasted with 6 buttons matching the satin peak lapels and hip pocket flaps. Semi f...

Presenting a stunning bright orange ruched Roberto Cavalli gown. From the Spring/Summer 2005 collection, this asymmetric gown is constructed entirely of light persimmon silk chiffon....

Presenting a fabulous black strapless Gucci dress designed by Tom Ford. From the Spring/Summer 2004 collection, this dress debuted in white on the season's runway as part of Look 30,...

Vintage Thierry Mugler Couture rich black velvet bias cut gown with thigh high slit. Fully lined in red silk charmeuse designed to show at arm openings and side leg slit. Also fe...

▪ Roberto Cavalli evening dress ▪ Constructed from leopard printed silk ▪ Bulit-in corset bodysuit ▪ Pleated bodice with asymmetric draped neckline ▪ One shoulder strap ▪ Floor-l...

▪ Givenchy Haute Couture mauve silk evening gown ▪ Designed by Julien Macdonald ▪ Form-hugging torso with asymmetric draping ▪ Cut...

RARE COLLECTOR'S ITEM STUNNING SILK DRESS BY TOM FORD FOR HIS FINAL SUMMER COLLECTION 2004 FOR YVES SAINT LAURENT DETAILS: Beautiful YSL by Tom Ford silk dress From this last su...

EMILIO PUCCI PASTEL SIGNATURE PRINT DRESS A timeless EMILIO PUCCI gown that will never go out of style! Stunning multicolored silk dress designed by Peter Dundas for Emilio Pucci....

Dolce & Gabbana rare rich emerald green silk fringe dress worn on the runway by Naomi Campbell. Inspired by the 1920's fun flapper dresses this one is beautifully designed with much...

Black and white jersey dress with rhinestone embellishment and beadwork. Fabric composition: 57% rayon, 35% nylon, 8% elastane . Lining composition...

Classic 3 pics of Chanel Jacket, silk blouse and skirt from 2000 spring collection. Jacket is lined in silk. Marked size : 36 Skirt waist : 24" Hip : 34" ...

This Yves Saint Laurent black sheer chiffon poet dress from Fall/Winter 2002, designed by Tom Ford, features a square neckline, sheer paneling, and volumi...

Versace F/W 2017 Runway Chainmail Crystal Embellished Asymmetric Black Evening Dress Gown IT 40 Look 53 of Fall 2017 Collection

The 'TRON' Dress or 'Spiderweb-Dress' Iconic Thierry Mugler Couture, FW 2001 "Les Fauves" Collcetion. Birth of this Design was the FW 90/91 "Anatomique Computer" Collection. Extrem...

LOVE LALI Vintage Versace Spring Summer 2008 strapless dress in turquoise Ruched bust Inner boned corset with underwired cups Long ties at the bust with long leather tassels, these ...

▪ Christian Dior Evening Dress ▪ Creative Director: John Galliano ▪ Fall-Winter 2002 ▪ Elegantly crafted from luxurious black bias-cut silk, adorned with a captivating floral print i...

Jean Paul Gaultier S/S 2009 Runway Plunging Neckline Cutout Open Back Maxi Dress Size XS Look 53 from the Spring 2009 Collection. Jean Paul Gaultier cutout...

Designed by Donatella Versace circa early 2000's. Vibrant color palette of overlapping green and orange tones. Graphic floral print is collaged as visual art and includes larger gree...

Vera Wang Lavender Label Brand New with Tags Size 4 Shell 1 (Front) 60% Silk/40% Rayon Shell 2 (Back) 100% Wool Grey Wool Back Adjustable Belt Two Side Pockets V-Neck With Pointed C...

- Beige exterior - Tagged size 40 in the brand - No fabric tag feels like silk Condition: The dress is in overall decent condition for its age there is a small seam tear by th...

You're sure to turn eyes wearing this Max Mara evening gown, circa 2006-2007, just in time for the holiday and awards season. This showstopper of...

Roberto Cavalli Resort 2008 Plunging Neckline Open Back Animal Print Dress Size 42

VERSACE F/W 2007 Runway Oroton Metal Mesh Open Back Dress Gunmetal Versace Oroton Metal Mesh Chainmail dress with square neckline and low back. About ...

Rose sleeveless bandage dress by Herve Leger. Scoop neckline. Zip closure at back. 26" bust, 22" waist, 38" length, 12" shoulder width.

A beautiful copper brown stretch silk pencil skirt from Dolce & Gabbana. It has a waist band plus fabulous seaming and darts radiating from a center front panel. It is lined in same...

From Dundas’s Fall 2019 Couture collection, this dramatic tiger-print gown is a showstopper—featured on the runway as Look 36. Crafted in luscious layers of semi-sheer silk chiffon, ...

VERSACE - (Made in Italy) Pleated purple jersey dress. 40IT size indicated. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Chest: 37 cm - Waist: 32 c...

Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer an iconic vintage Vivienne Westwood "Gold Label" metallic black lurex evening gown featuring dramatic draping at the bodice and skirt, an exp...

Junya Watanabe 2002 Denim Runway Dress This exceptional Junya Watanabe runway dress, labeled for Comme des Garçons, epitomizes avant-garde design ...

Versace Black Viscose Cady Long Dress Deep slit at front. F/W 2011 Details: Side zip closure Half belt at back with gold metal button fastenings Made in Italy Sizes: 40 – US 4 and 44...